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An introduction to Tag Rugby including coaching drills and game ideas

Tag rugby is a non-contact sport that is a safe and fun way to introduce rugby to under-11s.

It can be played by mixed teams and is ideal for children aged 5 upwards, developing:

• fitness
• handling skills
• running ability
• hand-eye coordination
• team spirit.

This clear and comprehensive guide to playing tag rugby helps you make the game fun and accessible to all, whatever the children's ability or your level of experience.

It provides:

• an introduction to the game
• explanation of tag rugby rules
• an outline of the principles of training (with reference to the National Curriculum where necessary)
• a range of tag rugby drills and game ideas that can be made easier or more difficult depending on the level of the group being taught and the coach's competence.

Tag Rugby is endorsed by the RFU and is the only comprehensive guide available.