USA Rugby

Rookie Rugby

USA Rugby is proud to offer Rookie Rugby as the non-contact game found in our nation’s Rugby for All developmental pathway...

Today the game of rugby is played by 4.4 million people in over 100 countries across 6 continents - 200,000 of these players are female! Why not join the fun - try Rookie Rugby now!

This safe, team game for boys, girls, moms and dads promotes skills and values found in all types of sport. Rookie Rugby is simple to understand, organize and teach for any level player or volunteer.

Check out the Rookie Rugby resources below so you can pick up the ball and run with it!

*Click on the links below to download a zipped folder filled with resources

1. - The entire Rookie Rugby Curriculum is outlined in these free, online videos.

2. Rookie Rugby Admin Tools - Get started with Rookie Rugby in your area with these great administrative tools! Click on the link below to download the following:

Rookie Rugby Start-Up Guide - This guide will help you start a Rookie Rugby program in your area.
Rookie Rugby Guidebook - Basic rules on how to play the game complete with loads of full color pictures. This is perfect for a new coach, P.E. teacher, or even a new player!
Rookie Rugby Administrative Guide - Use this guide to track the progress of your Rookie Rugby program.
Rookie Rugby Demonstration Outline - Use this outline to plan for a Rookie Rugby demonstration in P.E. classes, after-school programs, summer camps, or anywhere else that you will be introducing rugby.
- Let's break it down! Use this brochure to give to parents and administrators to give them a quick overview on the game.
Rookie Rugby Games - Use these game cards to work on important rugby skills!
Rookie Rugby Start Rugby Skills - These cards will get players on the right track by teaching fundamental skills the right way!
Flag v. Tag Rugby
Planning Your Rookie Rugby Program
Rookie Rugby for Schools
Rookie Rugby for Communities

3. Rookie Rugby Presentations - These presentations are great to introduce rugby to parents, teachers, administrators, or anyone else interested in youth rugby. Click on the link below to download the following:

Rookie Rugby Educator Presentation - This presentation is a general overview of youth, non-contact rugby. Each slide is dedicated to informing the audience on the overall benefits of Rookie Rugby. You can also use this presentation when working to introduce Rookie Rugby into school systems. Complete with case studies, this presentation is sure to convince any school administration that rugby is the next best thing for their school!

4. Rookie Rugby Extras - Who doesn't love fun extras? Click on the link below to download these extras that the kids will love!

Rookie Rugby Webinar - Learn all about Rookie Rugby, available resources, and what you need to get started!
Rookie Rugby Participation Certificate
Rookie Rugby Birthday Invitation
Rookie Rugby Stickers

5. -This free, online course takes you through all of the Rookie Rugby basics. Learn how to play, coach, and referee Rookie Rugby and receive your certificate today!

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