Barrhaven Scottish Minors Co-Ed Rugby

The Barrhaven Scottish RFC minors program is a fun, exciting and structured introduction to rugby for players aged 10 and under. Players learn to move the ball with interactive drills for running, passing and kicking.

Minors participate in festival-style play, usually with teams from the Ottawa area or visiting teams from Quebec and elsewhere in Ontario. Festival days usually involve 3-5 games, depending on the age group.

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U6 (born in 2019-2020) and U8 (born in 2017-2018)

U6 and U8 players are in the “FUNdamentals” stage of the Long-Term Player Development Model. The focus of this program is on having fun while developing the ABCs of physical literacy – Agility, Balance, Coordination and Speed. Additionally, participants will learn how to “read” what is going on around them and make decisions during games. This program helps to build the foundation for skill development in any sport, while introducing participants to elements of the sport of rugby (e.g., rugby ball and basic contact skills, like rolling, falling and bumping).

Program dues include: 

  • Rugby Canada insurance coverage and dues
  • Rugby Ontario dues
  • Barrhaven Scottish RFC dues 
  • Outdoor practices (1 x week)

U10 (born in 2015-2016)

U10 players are in the “Learn to Train” stage of the Long-Term Player Development Model. The focus of this program is on learning fundamental rugby skills, such as passing, catching, running, kicking and tackling. The focus of training is on introducing core technical skills and developing coordination and fine motor control.

Program dues include: 

  • Spring indoor gym training (1 x week)
  • Outdoor practices (1 x week)
  • Rugby Canada insurance coverage and dues
  • Rugby Ontario dues
  • Barrhaven Scottish RFC dues 
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Practicalities

My kid is small, big, new, shy, outgoing – can they join the team? 

Rugby is a great sport for kids of all shapes, sizes, athletic abilities and attitudes. Players are able to join through the program so it’s never too late. Coaches will work with your player to bring them up to speed and make them a part of the team!

What equipment is required?

Players are required to wear a mouthguard during practices and games. A store bought “boil and mold” type mouthguard is sufficient.  During outdoor training sessions and games, it is recommended that players wear cleats for better traction. Rugby style cleats are not mandatory and soccer cleats are sufficient. The football style cleat is also permitted, as long as it does not have a toe cleat. Players that have transitioned to contact, should be prepared for their shorts and t-shirts to become dirty and possibly ripped. Rugby apparel is normally made of more durable materials and is much more resilient. Team jerseys will be provided for games. Any other padding is not required and if worn must conform to International Rugby Board Laws. It is advisable to discuss any other padding with the coach prior to making the investment.

Rugby Ontario Long Term Player Development 

U6 and U8 – “FUNdamentals”
This stage is made up of our Under 6 and 8, and first year Under 10 players. During this stage, the focus for players is on learning locomotive skills as well as improving their run, pass, and catching ability in a fun environment. Players will have the opportunity to participate in games that allow them to develop skills that are used in rugby as well as other sports.

The focus of this program is on having fun while developing the ABC’s of physical literacy – Agility, Balance, Coordination and Speed. Additionally, participants will learn how to “read” what is going on around them and make decisions during games. This program helps to build the foundation for skill development in any sport, while introducing participants to elements of the sport of rugby (e.g., rugby ball and basic contact skills, like rolling, falling and bumping). Game play co-ed and flag.

U10 – “Learning to Train”
This stage is made up of our second year Under 10 and Under 12 players. During this stage, players learn the fundamental rugby skills, such as passing, catching, running and kicking. The focus of training is on introducing core technical skills and developing coordination and fine motor control. Game play is co-ed and flag.

Learn more about Rugby Ontario’s LTRD Model