Rugby classes for kids in London near you
Is rugby too rough for little ones? It's a question some of the parents on the Loopla team have asked while looking into rugby classes for kids.
In reality, though, England's youngest players don't actually tackle. Under-7s and under-8s play tag rugby, where players stop a runner by pulling a strip from their belt. (1)
Tackling only comes in from under-9s, and coaches introduce it step by step. (2)
Toddler sessions tend to be even gentler. They're usually built around running, catching and simple games that help little ones grow confident with the ball.
So the real question isn't whether rugby is too rough. It's whether your child will enjoy it.
Will my child enjoy kids rugby classes?
If your child loves to run around (or perhaps chase you around), there's a good chance they'll enjoy rugby classes for kids.
For the youngest age groups, sessions will look more like rugby-themed play than a real match. Little ones run, jump, catch and throw. Some classes even hand out stickers or skill awards for kids to show off when they come back home.
As with football training for kids, we've found rugby is also a good way for them to learn to listen and take turns.
Shy children can join in at their own pace and no experience is needed. As kids go through the age groups, the basics of tag rugby are gently introduced.
You can choose between sports halls and outdoor sessions on London's commons, depending on how your child feels about mud. For older children, local clubs run weekend training for minis, juniors and beyond.
Looking for a particular age group or London area? Search here to find the best kids rugby classes near you.
Rugby classes for kids you can book right now:
Rascals, Clapham Common, 2-3.5yrs
Our Rascals class is suitable for children aged 2 to 3.5 years old. Our highly imaginative games are designed to build their overall enjoyment of sport, whilst focussing on basic motor skills, hand-eye and foot-eye coordination and the ability to follow instructions! We ensure that every child is entertained and engaged the entire time. Kids rugby teaches multiple sports skills and also all the wonderful, wholesome principles like teamwork, respect, discipline and a bit of healthy competition! Good for: 🏉 basic motor skills 🏉 hand-eye and foot-eye coordination 🏉 the ability to follow instructions! About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
08:30 - 10:30
Rugby • 2-3 years • £12.00
SW11, Clapham Common North Side
Scoundrels, Clapham Common, 3.5-5yrs
Our Scoundrels sessions are suitable for children aged 3.5 to 5 years old. These sessions are packed with fun games that work on multi-tasking skills and confidence building to challenge them physically and mentally. We also bring in the concept of working together as a team. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
08:30 - 10:30
Rugby • 3-5 years • £12.00
SW11, Clapham Common North Side
Scrummers, Clapham Common, 5-8yrs
Our Scrummers classes are suitable for children aged 5 to 8 years old. In this group, we step up the intensity, complexity and speed! The games mix traditional rugby drills with really fun games, so the enjoyment level is high plus they're gaining the skills and coordination for tag rugby. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
09:45 - 11:45
Rugby • 5-8 years • £12.00
SW11, Clapham Common North Side
Rascals, Wandsworth Common (2-3.5yrs)
Our Rascals class is suitable for children aged 2 to 3.5 years old. Our highly imaginative games are designed to build their overall enjoyment of sport, whilst focussing on basic motor skills, hand-eye and foot-eye coordination and the ability to follow instructions! We ensure that every child is entertained and engaged the entire time. Kids rugby teaches multiple sports skills and also all the wonderful, wholesome principles like teamwork, respect, discipline and a bit of healthy competition! Good for: 🏉 basic motor skills 🏉 hand-eye and foot-eye coordination 🏉 the ability to follow instructions! About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sun 25 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
09:30 - 10:30
Rugby • 2-3 years • £12.00
SW18, Wandsworth Common
Scoundrels, Wandsworth Common, 3.5-5yrs
Our Scoundrels sessions are suitable for children aged 3.5-5 years old. These sessions are packed with fun games that work on multi-tasking skills and confidence building to challenge them physically and mentally. We also bring in the concept of working together as a team. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sun 25 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
09:30 - 10:30
Rugby • 3-5 years • £12.00
SW18, Wandsworth Common
Scrummers, Wandsworth Common, 5-8yrs
Our Scrummers classes are suitable for children aged 5-8 years old. In this group, we step up the intensity, complexity and speed! The games mix traditional rugby drills with really fun games, so the enjoyment level is high plus they're gaining the skills and coordination for tag rugby. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sun 25 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
09:30 - 10:30
Rugby • 5-8 years • £12.00
SW18, Wandsworth Common
RUGGERBUGS ANTS
A fun, active start that helps little ones grow in confidence. ANTS is designed for confident walkers up to around 3 years old and is the perfect introduction to the RUGGERBUGS journey. Through colourful equipment, imaginative games and rugby-inspired activities, your child will enjoy running, jumping, catching, throwing and exploring movement while developing balance, coordination, confidence and body awareness. Grown-ups join in too, providing encouragement and reassurance while enjoying valuable time together. Alongside physical development, we gently introduce early Skills4Life such as listening, communication, sharing and taking turns. There is no pressure, no competition and no rugby experience needed. Every child is encouraged to join in at their own pace and have lots of FUN. Start with our 4-week introduction for £35 and give your little one time to settle in, get to know their coach and discover what RUGGERBUGS is all about.
Sat 24 Oct - Sat 24 Jul
08:05 - 08:35
Rugby • 1-3 years • £35.00
NW5, Acland Burghley School
RUGGERBUGS LADYBIRDS / BEETLES
Helping children become active, confident and increasingly independent. Our combined LADYBIRDS / BEETLES session allows children to enjoy the same RUGGERBUGS experience while taking part at a level that suits their age and ability. Children run, jump, catch, throw, pass, kick and score while developing coordination, agility, confidence and body awareness. Younger children are supported as they become more independent, while older children are encouraged to apply their developing skills within more structured activities and games. Along the way we encourage listening, communication, decision-making, teamwork and friendships. There is no pressure, no competition and no previous rugby experience required. Start with our 4-week introduction for £35 and see what growing confidence can look like.
Sat 24 Oct - Sat 24 Jul
08:45 - 09:25
Kids Activities • 3-6 years • £35.00
NW5, Acland Burghley School
Chiswick Youth Rugby Training, Minis
From U5s to U18s, the exciting new season is back at Chiswick Rugby Club on Sunday 7th September 2025. Wonderful Parent Volunteer Coaches supported by: • Professional Coaches x2 – Minis; x2 – Juniors •Three season-long, the other to Christmas. For the children/players of course, but equally to train, support and inspire our parent coaches – current and future. • Professional Elite Sports Medic – Minis & Juniors •In place pitch-side for EVERY Sunday morning across the 33-week season 9am-1pm. CPD, upskilling courses provided for Coaches, Volunteers and Parents. • Skills Sponsor & Coach: Ben John – ex-Ospreys aka online - The Rugby Trainer We are proud to have Ben associated with Chiswick Rugby – let’s just say a vision is shared! Ben will run special sessions for our Juniors on a Thursday evening (ideally once per month as his diary permits) Also, in development are Ben’s Rugby Holiday Camps at Chiswick Rugby which we hope to be available during or post-season. Bring a friend / New recruits always welcome / Previous rugby experience optional / Three free trials available. All welcome, come and join the fun!!
Sun 25 Oct - Sun 2 May
09:15 - 09:45
Rugby • 4-11 years • Free trial
W4, Chiswick Rugby Club
Chiswick Youth Rugby Training, Juniors
From U5s to U18s, the exciting new season is back at Chiswick Rugby Club on Sunday 7th September 2025. Wonderful Parent Volunteer Coaches supported by: • Professional Coaches x2 – Minis; x2 – Juniors •Three season-long, the other to Christmas. For the children/players of course, but equally to train, support and inspire our parent coaches – current and future. • Professional Elite Sports Medic – Minis & Juniors •In place pitch-side for EVERY Sunday morning across the 33-week season 9am-1pm. CPD, upskilling courses provided for Coaches, Volunteers and Parents. • Skills Sponsor & Coach: Ben John – ex-Ospreys aka online - The Rugby Trainer We are proud to have Ben associated with Chiswick Rugby – let’s just say a vision is shared! Ben will run special sessions for our Juniors on a Thursday evening (ideally once per month as his diary permits) Also, in development are Ben’s Rugby Holiday Camps at Chiswick Rugby which we hope to be available during or post-season. Bring a friend / New recruits always welcome / Previous rugby experience optional / Three free trials available. All welcome, come and join the fun!!
Sun 25 Oct - Sun 2 May
11:00 - 11:30
Rugby • 11-16 years • Free trial
W4, Chiswick Rugby Club
Chiswick Youth Rugby Training, Colts
From U5s to U18s, the exciting new season is back at Chiswick Rugby Club on Sunday 7th September 2025: Here we are fortunate to have Dave Samuel – former player and head coach of Ealing Academy (and more) – working with our Junior & Colts coaching group to assist the pathway to Senior Rugby. As our NEW Colts & U16s progress towards Senior Rugby, they have the exciting opportunity to be selected by the Senior Coaching Team to join the Skills & Conditioning part of the Seniors’ training sessions on Thursday evenings. • Scrum Machine for specialist training • Pitch-side Hospitality every Sunday: Artisan Coffee & Pastries, BBQ, Stretch Tent with Bar and Clubhouse Bar. • Post-match food for Juniors & Colts League matches • Minis, Juniors & Colts Tours (additional cost - April/May) • Complimentary Parking • 10% Bar Discount Digital Card – applicable to all members (parents are members). Bring a friend / New recruits always welcome / Previous rugby experience optional / Three free trials available. All welcome, come and join the fun!!
Sun 25 Oct - Sun 2 May
13:00 - 13:30
Rugby • 16 years+ • Free trial
W4, Chiswick Rugby Club
RUGGERBUGS BEETLES
Confidence grows every time a child tries something new and realises, “I can do that!” BEETLES helps children build on their growing independence through fun, energetic and increasingly challenging rugby-inspired activities. Children run, jump, catch, pass, kick and score while developing coordination, agility, confidence and body awareness. As their confidence grows, we encourage children to listen, make decisions, work with others and complete activities independently. Some of the basic skills and teamwork found in Tag Rugby are also gently introduced — but always within a positive, FUN and non-competitive environment. RUGGERBUGS isn’t about creating rugby players at this age. It’s about helping children become happy, active and confident, while developing useful skills they can carry into whatever sport or activity they enjoy in the future. Start with our 4-week introduction for £35 and see what growing confidence can look like.
Sat 24 Oct - Sat 24 Jul
08:45 - 09:25
Play & Learn • 4-6 years • £35.00
IG8, Woodbridge High School
RUGGERBUGS ANTS/LADYBIRDS
ANTS / LADYBIRDS sessions (Walking to School) are the perfect start to your child’s sporting journey. As confident walkers they will develop the basic motor skills of balance, agility, and co-ordination with confidence with a rugby theme using colourful play equipment. The focus is on introducing your child to play and beginning to develop and enhance their fine and gross motor skills which are so important for their early year’s development. Parent participation is a MUST to assist with your child’s understanding and participation and provide for some valuable parent-child bonding time. RUGGERBUGS understands the importance of learning through repetition, so the activities and equipment have been specifically designed to support this learning process and build self-esteem. Important “skills4life” are very gently introduced to begin developing your / a child’s language, communication, listening skills and building self-esteem. The session also allows for your child to start interacting with other children of the same age. Trained coaches are on hand to explain, encourage and support with the activities. At the end of each session your Child will receive a weekly Sidney Sticker to collect and stick on their Sidney Sticker Chart. As your child progress through the RUGGERBUGS “Head Start” Programme they will achieve “SIDNEY SKILL AWARDS” in line with the programme structure and criteria. These will be assessed and monitored at the end of each term and allow a smooth transition into the next class when your child is ready.
Sat 24 Oct - Sat 24 Jul
08:05 - 08:40
Rugby • 1-4 years • £35.00
IG8, Woodbridge High School
Rascals, St Albans, 2-3.5yrs
Our Rascals class is suitable for children aged 2 to 3.5 years old. Our highly imaginative games are designed to build their overall enjoyment of sport, whilst focussing on basic motor skills, hand-eye and foot-eye coordination and the ability to follow instructions! We ensure that every child is entertained and engaged the entire time. Kids rugby teaches multiple sports skills and also all the wonderful, wholesome principles like teamwork, respect, discipline and a bit of healthy competition! Good for: 🏉 basic motor skills 🏉 hand-eye and foot-eye coordination 🏉 the ability to follow instructions! About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
08:30 - 10:30
Rugby • 2-3 years • £11.00
AL3, Bernards Heath
Scoundrels, St Albans, 3.5-5yrs
Our Scoundrels sessions are suitable for children aged 3.5-5 years old. These sessions are packed with fun games that work on multi-tasking skills and confidence building to challenge them physically and mentally. We also bring in the concept of working together as a team. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
08:30 - 10:30
Rugby • 3-5 years • £11.00
AL3, Bernards Heath
Scrummers, St Albans, 5-8yrs
Our Scrummers classes are suitable for children aged 5-8 years old. In this group, we step up the intensity, complexity and speed! The games mix traditional rugby drills with really fun games, so the enjoyment level is high plus they're gaining the skills and coordination for tag rugby. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
08:30 - 10:30
Rugby • 5-8 years • £11.00
AL3, Bernards Heath
Tackle Ready, St Albans
This class will be for children between 8 and 9 who need to learn how to tackle safely. Don't worry, our classes will still harness the fun of Try Time! We'll teach them how to get ready for competitive games in a safe and fun way. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
09:45 - 11:45
Rugby • 8-9 years • £11.00
AL3, Bernards Heath
RUGGERBUGS ANTS
A fun, active start that helps little ones grow in confidence. ANTS is designed for confident walkers up to around 3 years old and is the perfect introduction to the RUGGERBUGS journey. Through colourful equipment, imaginative games and rugby-inspired activities, your child will enjoy running, jumping, catching, throwing and exploring movement while developing balance, coordination, confidence and body awareness. Grown-ups join in too, providing encouragement and reassurance while enjoying valuable time together. Alongside physical development, we gently introduce early Skills4Life such as listening, communication, sharing and taking turns. There is no pressure, no competition and no rugby experience needed. Every child is encouraged to join in at their own pace and have lots of FUN. Start with our 4-week introduction for £35 and give your little one time to settle in, get to know their coach and discover what RUGGERBUGS is all about.
Sun 25 Oct - Sat 24 Jul
09:05 - 08:35
Rugby • 1-3 years • £35.00
CM17, Mark Hall Sports Centre
RUGGERBUGS LADYBIRDS / BEETLES
Helping children become active, confident and increasingly independent. Our combined LADYBIRDS / BEETLES session allows children to enjoy the same RUGGERBUGS experience while taking part at a level that suits their age and ability. Children run, jump, catch, throw, pass, kick and score while developing coordination, agility, confidence and body awareness. Younger children are supported as they become more independent, while older children are encouraged to apply their developing skills within more structured activities and games. Along the way we encourage listening, communication, decision-making, teamwork and friendships. There is no pressure, no competition and no previous rugby experience required. Start with our 4-week introduction for £35 and see what growing confidence can look like.
Sun 25 Oct - Sat 24 Jul
09:45 - 09:25
Kids Activities • 3-6 years • £35.00
CM17, Mark Hall Sports Centre
Rascals, Harpenden, 2-3.5yrs
Our Rascals class is suitable for children aged 2 to 3.5 years old. Our highly imaginative games are designed to build their overall enjoyment of sport, whilst focussing on basic motor skills, hand-eye and foot-eye coordination and the ability to follow instructions! We ensure that every child is entertained and engaged the entire time. Kids rugby teaches multiple sports skills and also all the wonderful, wholesome principles like teamwork, respect, discipline and a bit of healthy competition! Good for: 🏉 basic motor skills 🏉 hand-eye and foot-eye coordination 🏉 the ability to follow instructions! About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
09:00 - 11:00
Rugby • 2-3 years • £11.00
AL5, Rothamsted Park
Scoundrels, Harpenden, 3.5-5yrs
Our Scoundrels sessions are suitable for children aged 3.5-5 years old. These sessions are packed with fun games that work on multi-tasking skills and confidence building to challenge them physically and mentally. We also bring in the concept of working together as a team. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
09:00 - 11:00
Rugby • 3-5 years • £11.00
AL5, Rothamsted Park
Scrummers, Harpenden, 5-8yrs
Our Scrummers classes are suitable for children aged 5-8 years old. In this group, we step up the intensity, complexity and speed! The games mix traditional rugby drills with really fun games, so the enjoyment level is high plus they're gaining the skills and coordination for tag rugby. About Try Time Kids' Rugby We absolutely love what we do!! We hope you do too. Try Time Kids' Rugby is all about bringing the joy of sport and the incredible values of rugby to 2 to 8 year olds. Our Vision is to help children learn to love sport! They then enjoy a lifetime of benefits like teamwork, resilience, respect and confidence. Our games are really, really fun and our coaches bring the energy every week, so children learn through play. You don't have to love rugby, Try Time is for absolutely everyone. Rugby teaches the fundamentals of any sport so it's a fantastic place to start.
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 13 Dec
10:15 - 12:15
Rugby • 5-8 years • £11.00
AL5, Rothamsted Park
RUGGERBUGS ANTS
A fun, active start that helps little ones grow in confidence. ANTS is designed for confident walkers up to around 3 years old and is the perfect introduction to the RUGGERBUGS journey. Through colourful equipment, imaginative games and rugby-inspired activities, your child will enjoy running, jumping, catching, throwing and exploring movement while developing balance, coordination, confidence and body awareness. Grown-ups join in too, providing encouragement and reassurance while enjoying valuable time together. Alongside physical development, we gently introduce early Skills4Life such as listening, communication, sharing and taking turns. There is no pressure, no competition and no rugby experience needed. Every child is encouraged to join in at their own pace and have lots of FUN. Start with our 4-week introduction for £35 and give your little one time to settle in, get to know their coach and discover what RUGGERBUGS is all about.
Sun 25 Oct - Sat 24 Jul
09:05 - 08:35
Rugby • 1-3 years • £35.00
CM23, Birchwood High School
RUGGERBUGS LADYBIRDS
Growing confidence, growing independence and lots of FUN. LADYBIRDS helps children take the next step in their RUGGERBUGS journey as they begin doing more for themselves. Through imaginative rugby-inspired games, children run, jump, catch, throw and score while developing coordination, balance, confidence and body awareness. Week by week, we also encourage important Skills4Life such as listening, communicating, following instructions, taking turns and working alongside other children. Grown-ups can still support when needed, but children are gradually encouraged to join in more independently and become comfortable taking part as part of the group. There is no pressure, no competition and no previous rugby experience needed. Start with our 4-week introduction for £35 and give your child time to settle in, build confidence and discover whether RUGGERBUGS becomes the activity they look forward to each week.
Sun 25 Oct - Sat 24 Jul
09:40 - 09:15
Rugby • 3-4 years • £35.00
CM23, Birchwood High School
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Finding the right kids rugby class near you
You can use the Loopla search tool to filter rugby classes for kids by age and location.
Many classes for little ones split children into narrow groups, from toddlers who've just started walking to early primary schoolers. Once they start school, a local club's mini section is a natural next step.
At club level, mini rugby often means Sunday morning training, with the odd festival or tournament against local teams.
You'll also want to check how long you're signing up for. Some providers offer a short introductory block, while others sell term tickets or monthly memberships with a minimum period.
In terms of costs, one of the other things to think about is kit. For outdoor sessions, layers and old trainers are a safe bet.
To find more fun activities, see our guide to things to do with kids in London.
References:
- Regulation 15: Age Grade Rugby, Under 7s Rules of Play - England Rugby
- Playing at HRFC - Hinckley RFC
FAQ: Rugby classes for kids in London
What age should kids start playing rugby?
Kids can start playing rugby from around 15 months, at toddler classes designed for little ones who've just found their feet. These are non-contact sessions, built around running, catching and imaginative games. Club rugby begins at under-7s, which is school Year 2. Contact is only introduced from under-9s.
Is 12 too late to start rugby?
No, 12 isn't too late to start rugby. England Rugby's age-grade game runs right up to under-18s, and complete beginners are welcome. Players who'd rather avoid tackling can try T1 Rugby, a non-contact version of the sport. From under-12s, girls also move into girls-only teams.
How much do rugby classes for kids cost?
Rugby classes for kids usually cost around £10 to £12 a session in London, based on those listed on Loopla. Many toddler classes start with a short introductory block or a term ticket. Club rugby works differently, with a yearly membership fee that varies between teams. Some clubs also let newcomers try a session for free.
How do I find the best rugby classes for kids in London?
You can find the best rugby classes for kids in London using Loopla's search tool. Filter by age and area to see sessions nearby, from toddler classes on the commons to weekend club training. The best fit is usually one that suits your child's age and energy. Each listing shows the times, ages and price, so you can compare before booking.
