Welcome to our club, we offer a warm and friendly welcome to children and parents. Fast or not-so-fast, little or large, girl or boy, there's a place for you to have great, safe fun playing Mini Rugby, one of the worlds fastest growing sports for kids. We believe that playing rugby at Darlington is about having fun, learning new skills and making lots of friends by being part of a team!

When is training?
We train or play matches on Sunday mornings at 10am. Sometimes the games are away, your coach will inform you the week before or the information will be on this website, it is very important to always tell them as soon as possible if you know you will not be available. There is training or match fees to pay on a weekly basis to help towards transport, tours and presentation nights.

Are the coaches qualified?
We have a dedicated team of coaches and administrators who aim to make rugby fun for everyone. They all undertake CRB checks and training through the club development schemes for coaches. They are all volunteers, many are parents or carers, and we are always looking for new helpers and coaches.

What do I need to bring?
Rugby is a winter sport, so you will need to wear warm clothing with plenty of layers, perhaps tracksuit bottoms, hats and gloves when it is cold. Bring a change of clothing for after training or games, and a towel for the showers, you must be clean and dry to go into the Clubhouse or in your Dad's car! You will need a gum shield, available from the Club shop or your dentist, also boots, football ones are fine but must have RUGBY BS Kite marked studs in them, if you are in any doubt, please ask your coach.. When you play in matches, we will provide you with a rugby shirt but you will need to bring black rugby shorts and long red socks. You will also need a drink; you will get hot and thirsty, even in winter.

Are there any forms to fill out?
Yes, you must be a member of the club alongside your parents and registered with the RFU. Don't worry; you will be given the forms after a couple of weeks.

What about Mum and Dad?
Parents are very welcome to enjoy a coffee and a bacon roll at Blackwell Meadows whilst the kids are training, but help is always welcome, whether it is filling water bottles up or putting the corner flags out, there is always something to do to help!

Will I be safe?
The club is fully committed to the RFU and RFUW policy on Child Protection, our Child Protection Officer is Andy Gunnell, Tel 01325 335633

The club is fully committed to the RFU and RFUW policy on Child Protection (click link for details),our Child Protection Officer is Andy Gunnell, Tel 01325 335633. Mini Rugby is a very safe game and the first two years are played with no contact, each year additional elements of the game are added as the players be come more competent, full Mini rugby rules for all min ages groups are on the RFU site.

What is the Team Code of Good Practise?
The aim of Darlington Rugby Club is to promote healthy participation in sport. It is hoped that everyone will play to the best of their ability and that the teams are successful. However, it is more important to enjoy sport and play fairly.

Team Members should:

• Compete for enjoyment
• Do your best
• Show team spirit and positive sporting behaviour
• Play within the laws of the game
• Respect opponents and the decisions of the officials
• Treat others, as you would like them to treat you

• Promote participation in sport and fun
• Teach positive sporting attitudes and the value of teamwork
• Encourage fair play
• Congratulate your child regardless of the result.
• Encourage and support all team members
• Applaud good play by both teams
• Treat others, as you would like them to treat you