Welcome to the Tadley RFC Age Group Information page.
#COMMUNITY
#INCLUSIVENESS
#FUN
Introduction
We are thrilled you have chosen Tadley RFC as the launch pad for your child’s rugby journey. We are a local rugby club that prides itself on community, inclusiveness and fun for children of all ages and ability.
A game for every body
Everyone is welcome, whether or not you have picked up a rugby ball, and everything we do is built around having fun in a friendly, enjoyable and safe environment. Using the latest coaching approaches and methodology recommended by the RFU, our sessions focus on rugby style activities and games in a skill zone/game zone format that aim to develop foundational skills of ball handling, catching and passing.
Volunteer coaching
If you’re interested in becoming a coach, please do get in touch as we are always in need of help.
Registration and membership
Registration for the upcoming season has begun and if you haven’t done so already, please register your child GMS (please select the RFU GMS button in the right-hand panel and register).
We do require membership registration and payment of subscription fees if your children are going to remain for the whole season. However, if you are new to the club, we offer a two-week trial to ensure that parents and children are completely happy before committing. For membership details please select the Tadley Members area button in the right-hand panel and sign up.
Register your child through GMS
The RFU’s Game Management System (GMS) is the primary platform to support the grassroots game in England.
A multi-functional system, GMS has a variety of modules that allow game administrators to manage their operations for their club/constituent body.
Create your GMS id here
Select the GMS button below
Visit our membership area
Select the button below
Visit our membership area
Select the button below to view options and pricing
FAQS
When does the new season start?
September 2022
How often is training?
Every Sunday (exception of a few weeks off for Easter and Christmas holidays)
What time is training?
9am onwards (specific teams timings can be found on their pages linked on the right hand side).
**Please arrive 5 minutes before**
Where is training?
Red Lane Aldermaston Reading Berkshire RG7 4PA
Is there parking?
There are parking spaces available at the club, but these can fill very quickly.
Up to what age can girls play mixed rugby?
Girls can play mixed rugby up until the age of 11
RFU REGULATION 15 – AGE GRADE RUGBY "From U12s and above, mixed rugby is no longer permitted and different regulations applyto male and female players...."
What should my child wear?
- Children should have appropriate clothing for rugby
- Bring a drink, no energy drinks, preferably water.
- In cold and wet weather, please remember “layers for players”. Base layers are a great idea; so too are vests and t-shirts plus fleeces or hoodies. It is better to have too many layers on the day rather than not enough.
- A waterproof top is great at keeping the wind and rain out, and tend to be better than big coats that restrict movement.
- Hats and gloves are also really important.
- In terms of footwear, trainers can be worn in warm, drier weather, but rugby boots are recommended as pitch conditions get wetter and softer.
- If your age group practices contact training, your child will need a gum shield
- We have a club shop which is open 9 - 12 every Sunday during the season.The shop sells new and second hand (Up-cycled) clothing and boots. Please visit our page by selecting the button below
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