This season see's the launch of 'Age Grade Rugby' following a four-year review of U7 to U18 rugby, the implementation of Age Grade Rugby changes for boys and girls in Clubs, schools, colleges and constituent bodies within England has now started.

These changes are based on recommendations of the Age Grade Competition Review (AGCR), approved by RFU Council in April 2015, each parent at registration will have received an information card giving an overview of what Age Grade Rugby is all about.

Below you will find a link to Regulation 15 which covers this officially, I would ask all coaches to review this document and endorse the guidance given.

With particular attention to playing and training time, playing age groups and adult contact with players e.g. no tackle bags held by coaches etc.

Nick Poulson
Club Safeguarding team

LINK TO AGE GRADE GUIDANCE DOCUMENT - http://alturl.com/3dizn