text: The first benefit I found of extracurricular activities is that they can help you meet new people. If you join an extracurricular activity it's extremely likely you'll meet at least one new person there. Plus, if they joined the same activity as you, you two at least have that one thing in common. That one thing in common can lead to more things in common which could lead to a great friendship. Friends are always great to have and extracurricular activities are excellent ways to make friends.