U9 & U10 Age Grade Rugby
In addition to general Mini and Junior content, the England Rugby website contains comprehensive information relating to each age group.
This page provides links to information related to U9 and U10 Mini Rugby, including:
- A summary of “key elements” for each age group
- Regulation 15, which details the law variations for each age group
- Age Grade Rugby Regulation & Playing Updates for 2023-24
- Programmes and activities specifically intended for each age group
- Training and other material to support coaches of these age groups
The primary source of information is the RFU website, but other suitable material may be included
Key Elements for U9s & U10s
Related Information
This Age Grade Regulation & Playing Updates document includes the modifications to regulations for summer 2023…
Introduction to Kids First, which is aimed at U7-U13 boys and girls – the programme upskills…
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An interactive guide for U9-U10 coaches supporting the delivery of Activate as part of every training…
Playlist of RFU ‘Keep Your Boots On!” videos of Activate activities specifically designed for U9-U10 players
Guidance for coaches & referees on best practice when refereeing children
Playlist of RFU ‘Keep Your Boots On!” videos of drills to introduce players to tackling
In April 2023, the RFU Council voted to adopt law changes to lower the tackle height…
Playlist of RFU ‘Keep Your Boots On!” videos of drills to introduce players to scrummaging
Playlist of RFU ‘Keep Your Boots On!” videos demonstrating the coaching of movement skills
Ugo Monye demonstrates warm-up/fitness exercise ideas for U10 and below age-grade players (originally broadcast during lockdown)…
Danielle Waterman demonstrates warm-up/fitness exercise ideas for U10 and below age-grade players (originally broadcast during lockdown)
Danny Care demonstrates warm-up/fitness exercise ideas for U10 and below age-grade players (originally broadcast during lockdown)
