Welcome to the home of
Boston Youth Rugby 2008
For the past 5 years a number of local rugby clubs have been sponsoring
Summer Youth Rugby Programs with great success. These programs have been
primarily aimed at introducing the children of New England to Rugby, and to
provide them and their parents a greater understanding of the sport.
A non-contact version of the game called American Flag Rugby is played
which is similar to Flag Football. Unlike football where participation
can be limited, American Flag Rugby allows each child regardless of
age, gender, or physical condition the opportunity to run and pass the ball.
In 2007, almost 200 kids in all areas took part the program and this number
is expected to increase dramatically in coming years.
This version of rugby is designed specifically for the American child;
no experience necessary, fully inclusive, and with a level of structure
and discipline that Americans have come to expect from recreational
sports. In this game, kids play a version of rugby where the defense
removes the ball carrier’s velcro flag instead of creating a tackle
situation. The game is co-ed in four age groups ranging from
kindergarten to eighth grade. The game develops as the players’ skill
levels increase with the focus more on fun and rugby concepts.
Summer youth rugby program starts in the middle of June and it runs
every Saturday morning for 7 weeks. The children range in age from
5-14,
and the program is open to both boys and girls. Each participant
receives a t-shirt, a mini rugby ball and refreshments are available
every week.
Rugby is the world’s 2nd largest team sport, with unions in 190 countries. The Rugby World Cup, which takes place every 4 years, is the world’s 3rd largest sporting event, behind the soccer World Cup and the Olympic games.
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If you have any questions please email
where we will be only too happy to help you.
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