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Trojans RFC
Southampton, Hampshire
Southampton-based club with a large multi-sport complex and competitive rugby in Hampshire leagues.
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Searching for youth rugby clubs near me? This guide explains how children's rugby is organised, what to ask a club, and how to find a good one close to home. In addition, it lists clubs in our directory with confirmed junior sections.
Finding Youth Rugby Clubs Near Me
The best youth rugby clubs near me are usually the ones closest to home, because children train weekly. So start with clubs within a short drive, then compare their age groups and coaching.
How Junior and Youth Rugby Works
In England, mini rugby usually covers the youngest age groups up to under-12s. Youth rugby then runs from under-13s through to under-18s. As a result, a child can stay at the same club for their whole playing journey.
Young players usually start with tag rugby, and contact is introduced gradually as they move up the age groups. Many clubs also run girls' sections, which have grown quickly in recent years.
What to Ask a Club
- Which age groups do you run, and on which day do they train?
- Are your coaches qualified and safeguarding-trained?
- Do you have a girls' section or mixed teams?
- What does membership cost, and can my child try a session first?
Most clubs are happy to answer these questions. So contact two or three clubs before you decide.
Clubs With Confirmed Junior Sections
The clubs below have confirmed junior rugby on their own websites. We are adding this information for more clubs, so if your club runs junior rugby, claim your listing to tell us.
Clubs With Junior and Youth Rugby
Find Junior Rugby Near You
Most community clubs run mini and junior sections, even when we have not yet confirmed them. Therefore, the quickest route is to search your area below and contact the nearest clubs.
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Youth Rugby FAQs
What age can children start rugby?
Many clubs start mini rugby at around five or six years old, usually with tag rugby. Check with your local club, because age groups vary.
Is youth rugby safe?
Clubs introduce contact gradually, with coaching focused on safe technique. In addition, qualified coaches follow the governing body's age-grade rules.
Do girls play youth rugby?
Yes. Many clubs run girls' sections or mixed teams at younger ages. For example, Trojans runs a girls' pathway up to under-18s.
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