There’s almost always a way to play ultimate in Knoxville.
Throughout the year, Knoxville Ultimate offers leagues, pickup, camps, and developmental opportunities for adults and youth at a range of experience levels. Whether you’re picking up a disc for the first time, looking for a fun way to stay active, or searching for competitive reps before your next season, there’s a place for you.
Use the calendar below to see when each program typically takes place, then explore the opportunities below to find the right fit.
Exact dates, locations, and registration information vary from year to year.
Year-Round · Free · All Skill Levels
Looking for the easiest way to get on the field? Sunday Pickup is free, casual, and open to players of all experience levels. No registration or team needed. Just show up ready to play, meet other players, and enjoy some ultimate.
With three regular Sunday games around the Knoxville area, there’s likely one near you:
New to ultimate? Pickup is a great place to start. Bring water and both a light and dark shirt, and we’ll help you get into a game.
January–March · Recreational · 4v4
Keep playing through the winter with Goaltimate, a fast-paced, small-sided variation of ultimate. Games feature continuous play, quick substitutions, and plenty of touches, making Goalty a great way to develop your skills while getting lots of playing time.
The league is welcoming to experienced players and those still learning the game.
February–April · Competitive · 4v4
Winter Mini offers experienced players a faster, more competitive small-sided game during the lead-up to the spring and summer club seasons.
Smaller teams mean more touches, more cutting, and more opportunities to challenge yourself on both sides of the disc. This league is designed primarily for experienced players looking for high-quality competitive reps.
March–May · Recreational · Beginner-Friendly
Want to learn ultimate or take the next step as a player? Our Spring Developmental Leagues combine instruction with meaningful game experience in an environment designed for growth.
The season begins with small-sided Mini, giving players more touches and opportunities to learn, before progressing into full-field ultimate. Clinics and experienced players help newer players develop throwing, cutting, defensive, and game skills along the way.
Whether this is your first league or your next step as a player, spring is one of the best times to get involved.
May–July · Recreational · 7v7
Summer Mixed is one of Knoxville Ultimate’s signature league experiences. Players register individually and are placed on balanced teams for a summer of full-field 7v7 ultimate.
The emphasis is on competitive but welcoming play, community, and creating a great experience for players across skill levels. You don’t need to bring a team. Just sign up and we’ll find you one.
May–July · Competitive · 7v7
Looking for a more competitive summer experience? Summer Open offers full-field 7v7 ultimate with no gender-ratio requirement and is open to all players.
Designed for players seeking a higher level of competition, Open League provides quality reps throughout the summer and culminates alongside our broader summer league season.
September–November · Recreational · 7v7
Finish the year with one of our most social adult leagues. Mixed Fall League brings players of different experience levels together for several weeks of full-field ultimate.
Players register individually and may request to play alongside a small group of friends. We build balanced teams from there, making Fall League an easy way for returning players and newcomers alike to get connected with the Knoxville Ultimate community.
March–April · Middle & High School Players
Spring is about learning, playing, and growing.
Our Spring Youth program combines skill development with opportunities to actually use those skills on the field. Throughout the season, players participate in clinics, pickup, structured games, and other competitive opportunities designed to develop throwing, cutting, defense, field awareness, and game IQ.
New players are welcome, and returning players will find plenty of opportunities to continue developing their game.
June · Beginner-Friendly
Spend a week learning ultimate, making friends, and having fun.
Our summer camps introduce young players to the fundamentals of ultimate through drills, games, and scrimmages led by experienced players and coaches. Players learn throwing, catching, cutting, defense, teamwork, and Spirit of the Game in a fun and encouraging environment.
No previous ultimate experience is necessary.
June–July · All Skill Levels
Summer Youth Pickup keeps young players on the field between school seasons. These relaxed sessions give players a chance to play, meet other members of Knoxville’s youth ultimate community, and continue developing their skills through real game experience.
There’s less structure than a traditional league, making it an easy way to play throughout the summer without a major commitment.
September–October · Grades 9–12
Our Fall High School League brings players from across the Knoxville area together for a season of competitive, developmental ultimate.
Players register individually rather than by school and are placed onto teams, allowing students to play alongside and against people they might normally only see during the school season. Experienced coaches help players develop their skills, strategy, and understanding of the game throughout the season.
New players are welcome, while experienced players will find plenty of opportunities to compete and grow.
September–October · Middle School Players
Fall Middle School Pickup gives younger players a low-pressure way to learn and play ultimate during the fall.
Sessions focus on getting players on the field, building fundamental skills, and developing confidence through games and instruction. It’s a great entry point for students discovering ultimate for the first time and an opportunity for returning players to keep playing and improving.
