Mini's Rugby
Mini Rugby at ORRFC is pure, unfiltered chaos, the joyful kind that involves tiny players, enormous enthusiasm, and at least one parent trying to remember where they last saw a gumshield. For ages 5–11, it’s all about learning the basics, making friends, and discovering that rugby is even more fun when you’re allowed to run in the wrong direction once without being judged.
The sessions mix games, teamwork, and confidence-building with just enough structure to keep things moving. The result is a lively, welcoming environment where boys and girls can dive into the sport at their own pace. These are the years filled with big smiles, muddy socks, and those heroic tries where the celebration lasts longer than the sprint. It’s rugby at its most charming and the perfect start to a lifelong love of the game.
Please read on for details of each section (by age).
Mini's Section News
Under 11's
The Old Reigatians U11 squad is a vibrant and enthusiastic group of young players who are passionate about rugby and teamwork. Our focus is on developing core rugby skills, fostering a love for the game, and building confidence both on and off the pitch. At this age group, we introduce more structured gameplay while keeping training fun, inclusive, and engaging.
New members can expect a warm welcome and a supportive environment where every child is encouraged to learn, improve, and enjoy the sport. Training sessions combine skill drills, fitness, and match practice, ensuring players develop their passing, tackling, and positional awareness in a safe and positive setting.
We take pride in our strong sense of community and sportsmanship, with regular training with local clubs and opportunities to participate in festivals.
Parents and guardians are an integral part of our team culture, helping create a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere for all.
Training Times:
Every Sunday 09.15 to 10.45
Contact Information for New Applicants:
Debbie Jones
Under 10's
Welcome to The Rockets!
Our U10 Old Reigatian rugby team is all about making rugby fun, friendly, and exciting—so kids not only learn the game but truly love playing it! As a key step in the RFU Age Grade pathway, we focus on embedding the fundamentals of rugby, building core skills like passing, running, and safe contact, while encouraging teamwork and sportsmanship in a supportive, safe environment.
What to expect at training:
Sessions are designed to keep things lively and engaging. We start with warm-ups, then move into skill-building, scenario-based drills, and finish with small-sided games. It’s all about learning through play—developing good technique, ball handling, defence, forward play, and fitness while having fun.
Our community:
The Rockets regularly welcome 40+ enthusiastic players—girls and boys—each week, creating strong friendships on and off the pitch. Throughout the season, we mix things up with joint sessions with other local clubs and take part in rugby festivals for a morning of short, exciting games. Plus, this age group marks the start of something special: our first Rugby Tour! A weekend away to bond as a team and experience rugby in a new setting.
Ready to join?
If you’re aged 9–10 and want to give rugby a try—or keep enjoying the game—you’re welcome at The Rockets! We recommend starting with three trial sessions so your child can settle in before committing.
Training Times:
Every Sunday 09:30 to 10:45
Under 9's
Hello and welcome to the U9’s team at ORRFC!!!
Our team’s focus is on learning through fun and promoting Rugby’s core values:
Teamwork • Respect • Enjoyment • Discipline • Sportsmanship
At this age group, full-contact rugby is introduced gradually throughout the season to ensure the safety and confidence of all of the players.
Weekly training is run by a team of trained coaches (all volunteers – any parents who want to get involved are welcome… no experience needed!!) focusing on different skills each week through a range of drills and games in a safe environment. Throughout the season, we hold joint training with other local clubs and also attend festivals, which is a great and fun way for the children to put into practice what they have been working on at training.
All training equipment is provided for the sessions, so all that is needed are a pair of boots, water, appropriate clothing and a gum shield (mandatory) – we look forward to welcoming you!
Training Times:
Sundays, 09:30 -10:30
Contact Information for New Applicants to follow
Under 8's
Welcome to the Raptors!
The U8s team strikes a balance between introducing new players to the joys of club rugby and building up the skill set of those who have experience. We run a variety of drills and games with tag belts to develop our players, and we focus on creating a fun learning environment that promotes the core Rugby values of Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline and Sportsmanship.
Training is varied and fast-moving, keeping the children active and engaged, and we also participate in regular joint training sessions and festivals with other clubs. All training equipment is provided – your children will just need boots, water and some appropriate clothing (club kit can be purchased at the club but isn’t mandatory). New joiners can enjoy three free trial sessions before they commit.
Come and join the Raptors’ Wall!
Training times: Sunday 09:30am to 10:30am
Contact information for new joiners: Mark White – markandfi85@gmail.com
Under 6's
The Under 6s play a vital role within Old Reigatian RFC, introducing young players to rugby in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment.
This age group focuses on helping children take their very first steps in the game, building confidence, coordination, and social skills through enjoyable rugby-based activities.
Training sessions are designed to be playful, inclusive, and development-focused, using games and simple exercises to develop fundamental movement skills such as running, catching, evasion, and balance. At this level, there is no pressure to perform- the emphasis is firmly on learning through fun and developing a love for being active as part of a team. Coaches encourage Rugby’s core values of Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline, and Sportsmanship in everything we do.
Children can expect a positive, supportive atmosphere where effort is celebrated, friendships are formed, and everyone is included. Sessions are carefully structured to be age-appropriate, ensuring safety, engagement, and plenty of smiles.
Training Times
Sundays 9.30-10.30am
Club Representatives
The Minis have their own band of heroes, the quietly brilliant support team who keep the whole show stitched together while the kids sprint off in twelve different directions. The setup is coordinated by the Mini Rugby Chair, Mark Reid, who make sure each age group has the right coaches, the right kit, and the right balance of fun and gentle order.
Safeguarding officers keep a close eye on welfare so parents can relax, and first aiders handle everything from proper knocks to the dramatic “I think I hurt my toe, but also I want a biscuit” moments. Overseeing it all is the club’s DBS lead, ensuring every coach and volunteer working with the youngest players is checked, cleared, and ready to help. Put together, it’s a warm, dependable safety net that lets the Minis learn, explore, and tumble their way through rugby with total confidence.
