Rugby for Under 7's and Under 8's is a non contact sport. They play a version of rugby called 'Tag Rugby' whereby a tackle is executed by pulling a tag from a player's belt (tags and belts are provided).

From the Under 9's age group contact is introduced. This is done gradually and as per the RFU's structured guidelines within Rugby Continuum. As the children get older so the number of players per team is increased. Matches gradually become longer on larger pitches. Again this is as per the RFU's Rugby Continuum. Boys and girls are allowed to play alongside each other up to Under 12's.

Beverley Junior Section has a number of coaches, all of whom are ex or current players who have a sound understanding of the game. The coaches have undertaken RFU coaching courses and are very well qualified.

At Beverley RUFC there is an emphasis on enjoyment and coaching the children in correct techniques and skills. This serves them where as they get older as correct technique invariably makes up for any physical disadvantages. It also ensures they learn how to play safely and to avoid dangerous situations/positions.

We are also keen to ensure all children are given equal opportunity to participate. We want each child to improve and develop as both a person and a player. Therefore every player is given an equal opportunity to play with substitutes being rotated. Winning is a secondary consideration to safety and enjoyment.

When and Where
The players meet on Sunday mornings at the ground, usually 10.00am for a 10.15am start. This will be for training or for a match or matches. Occasionally the meet time will be earlier if the match is away or the players are involved in a tournament. Training lasts until approximately 11.45 (often dependant on the weather). On completion of the match or training the players are given a light lunch in the Clubhouse, usually a hot dog and chips or similar. A tuck shop is also open for the purchase of very reasonably priced sweets. All profits are put back into the Junior Section for buying equipment etc.

The Rugby Continuum dictates the number of matches the children can play in a season. Generally there will be training 1 week with a match the next but this pattern is not always followed.