In recent years, the Rugby Football Union has dedicated itself to making rugby as accessible as possible for anyone who wants to play, regardless of age, ability or gender.
As a result, variants of the game like beach, tag and touch rugby have been developed, and there are now more ways than ever to get on the pitch. While the rules of these games are new, the teamwork, respect and sportsmanship that has always been a key part of rugby remain.
Alongside these variants, the fifteen-a-side game still thrives and has room for players of all shapes and sizes. Small, fast wingers; tall, rangy locks; and stout, tough props are all vitally important to any team.
An Overview of Rugby Union
You can run with the ball, kick it and pass it, but passing the ball forwards is not allowed.
There are several ways to score points.
- A try - five points are awarded for touching the ball down in your opponent's goal area.
- A conversion - two points are added for a successful kick through the goalposts after a try
- A goal kick - three points are awarded for a penalty kick or drop goal through the posts
Benefits
From scrummaging to tackling, to sprinting with the ball, this can be a high intensity workout that will boost both your fitness and your strength.
Costs
Costs will vary across the country from club to club.
Equipment
- Boots
- Rugby Ball
- Headguard
- Mouthguard
Facts
- England won the Rugby World Cup in 2003, defeating Australia 20-17 in the Final.
- Jonny Wilkinson kicked a dropped goal in the final minute to seal England's win.
Engage. Try. Convert aims to engage 16-24 year olds from Eastern European communities across Northamptonshire in Rugby Union.
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Northamptons premier gay/inclusive rugby club. Open to everyone regardless of age, race, gender identity or sexual orientation. No experience necessary, we play local matches and national/international matches/tournaments against other inclusive sides.
Rugby Football (15 aside, 7 aside and O2 Touch) in all its forms for all ages, including 12 - 18 girls.
Various University sports clubs ranging from Volleyball to Cheerleading.
Provides a mechanism for rugby clubs to apply for a small grant
Provides easy-to-access grant funding for capital projects which contribute to the recruitment and retention of community rugby players.
The Groundmatch Scheme provides easy-to-access grant funding for capital projects which contribute to the recruitment and retention of community rugby players.
Their main beneficiaries are under 25 years of age and disadvantaged by way of physical or mental disability or social deprivation – or any combination of the three. Please ensure you read the Wooden Spoon project criteria before applying.
Coronavirus has had a big impact on the sport and we know things have been tough for clubs. The RFU have, therefore, created an Emergency Loan Scheme to support the game at this challenging time.
The Wallhttp://www.englandrugby.com/wall/#