RUGBY

SEASON: Rugby runs in the spring (end of April to the end of June) for both Flag and Tackle rugby.

SCHEDULE: Ages 10 - 14 practice on Monday evenings and can choose either Flag or Tackle. Ages 6-9 practice on Tuesday evenings and play only Flag. There are mini tournaments, usually on Saturdays.

FEES: The season fee for Flag is $60 and $140 for Tackle which includes certified coaching, a DL Rugby t-shirt, mini-tournaments, and registration with Rugby Manitoba & Rugby Canada. Click here for subsidy information

AGE GROUPS: Flag is for ages 6-9 or 10-14. Tackle is for ages 10-12 and 13-14. Tackle players must also play Flag.

FLAG RUGBY: A co-ed, non-tackle game that is a fun and active start to rugby, where we continue to develop our player’s basic motor skills as they run, pass, catch and kick a rugby ball during interactive, co-operative drills, small area games and “game situation" activities.

TACKLE RUGBY: We introduce the principles of contact and tackling in a safe, controlled environment where we lay the foundations for future years. Safety is our #1 concern, so every effort is taken to ensure every player is properly prepared for contact in practices and games. Players may get a few bumps and scrapes during tackle rugby but with our proper training, players and parents will see that rugby is as safe as any contact sport can be.

THE OBJECT OF RUGBY: To continuously move the ball towards the opposition’s goal line by running forwards and passing the ball from player to player sideways or backwards only, until they score a “try” by touching the ball on the ground in the other team's in-goal (end zone).

VALUES: Through the game of rugby, our players develop good teamwork and sportsmanship with the love of physical activity at early ages. We aim to develop strong personal values and skills that can be used throughout one’s lifetime. We also instill a responsibility for the safety of themselves and their opponents both on and off the field, fair play, the importance of respect for their teammates, their opponents, the officials, the spectators, their parents and teachers and most importantly – respect themselves. These are the values and traditions that rugby is built on.

Contact us at rugby@deerlodgecommunityclub.ca

*REGISTRATION*

In-person at Deer Lodge (323 Bruce Ave East) on Wednesdays, March 26, April 2, 9, 16 from 6pm-8pm (or by arrangement with the Convenor). At this time families will register online with the assistance of the Convenor and complete paper medical and administration forms. Please bring a credit card for payment.