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Mini Rugby Rules
The Official Regulations for Mini Rugby 2007/2008 are attached at the end of this document. All coaches should familiarize themselves with the rules for their age group. Here are some of the key points:

  • The ethos of Mini Rugby is to introduce the game of rugby in a safe and enjoyable manner ensuring participation and inclusion. The principle of players first and then winning must apply to all coaches. Any appeals regarding Mini Rugby matters must be directed to the Branch Mini Rugby Committee.
  • Date of eligibility for participants is the 1st January mid-season.
    • Regulation Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3
    Age Group Under 8's Under 9's & 10's Under 11's & 12's
    Ball Size 3 3 4
    No of Players 3 fwds 5 backs 3 fwds 5 backs 5 fwds 5 backs
    Tackle Height (No Swinging Tackle) Waist Waist Waist
    Hand Off No No Below Shoulder

    New Rules

    • Date of eligibility for participants is the 1st January mid-season.



    Online Resources
    Many of the rugby unions worldwide offer online resources, the following being some of the better ones.

    ** The English RFU have about 5 years of Technical Coaching Journal available on their Community Rugby Site which are excellent!!



    Coaching Scrummaging to Minis & Youths