FAQs

I've never played, is it hard to learn?
Touch Rugby is very simple to play. 2-3 games will see you master the basic skills and the more you play the better you will become. As long as you are keen to get involved you will develop the skills to enjoy yourself on the field.

Am I too busy to play Touch Rugby?
We train once a week and play most weekends. Nobody can attend all sessions, but everyone is welcome to attend as often or as little as they can.

How fit do I have to be to play?
People of all shapes, sizes, ages and fitness levels play in social and competitive leagues, you chose the level you wish to play. You will find that over the season your personal fitness levels will increase. Touch Rugby is a great way to exercise, improve cardio vascular fitness and help to burn excess fat.

What do I need to play?
All you need is gym gear and a pair of trainers. For those of you that want to really get into the game, football boots with studs are a great help (only plastic studs though!). The Club will supply everything else.

What does it cost to play?
To start out, nothing, just come along. If and when you decide to attend regularly, we would ask that you become a member of the sports club, costs differ but for an average adult it is an annual membership of 100EUR.

How long are the games?
we usually play games of 15 min per half. But the social games are non competitive and just keep on going

How big is the field?
The standard is 70m x 50m. However, we usually tailor our field to however players we have on the day.

How many people play in a team?
The standard is 14 players per team, 6 on the field at any one time. 10 players is a good number to allow for that much needed rest during the game.

What is the male/female ratio in a Mixed Team?
The standard is a minimum of 3 women and a maximum of 3 men on the field. This may vary at Clubs due to local conditions so please check with the Club where you wish to play.

How long is the season?
This varies and is quite dependant on the weather. A usual start date is Mid March continuing to Mid October.

Are there team playing shirts?
For competitive events we have a team kit. If you decide to compete regularly you may wish to purchase one. Otherwise they are avaiable free of charge for the day.

Are there any hidden costs?
None whatsoever.

When can I join in?
Absolutely anytime you want!

If I haven’t played before am I able to come down and just watch?
Of course! Feel free to come down to any of our training or Social sessions and check out how the game is played. but it’s a lot more fun to join in!

Do you only play over the summer months?
We mainly play over the Summer season. But we do play indoors during the Winter “break” too.

How far can I go with Touch?
If you have the skill and determination you can represent your country in National and International competitions, with the Touch World Cup being the ultimate test of the World Champs.

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