Sports in Northern Cyprus

Football is the main sporting interest of the Turkish Cypriots of Northern Cyprus and dominates the sports coverage at the appropriate season and many local teams compete for various shields and cups. Almost every village has a team and a strong supporters club.

Tennis Courts are also available in Northern Cyprus. In Kyrenia there is no organised tennis club as such but good players are always looking for an exciting game. Visitors will soon make contact if they wish to play – please ask around.

Taek-Wan-Do has a very lively branch in North Cyprus, which was recently the venue for the World championships.

Windsurfing, skin and scuba diving, sailing and other aquatic sports are also available in North Cyprus at the various hotels and beach complexes.

Horseriding is available from stables at Catalkoy, Kyrenia. There is also a children’s’ Pony Club and also teach horseriding to interested people of all ages.

Trips on deep-sea fishing or other boat tours can be arranged at the Harbour in Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus.