Arlington Rugby Club plays under the jurisdiction of the Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization (MYRO). The MYRO rugby year runs from September 1 to August 31. A player’s age/grade is based on their school grade on Sept 1 of the current season.
Under 8 (Flag)
At this stage players will learn the basics and foundation of the sport in a safe and engaging atmosphere. Players will learn basic passing, catching and taught the rules of the sport through mini games and fun rugby related activities. Games are played on a much smaller field and directed by on field coaching.
- Teams are Co-Ed
- Non-contact (flag rugby)
- No line outs or scrums
- For children in or leaving grades K through 2
Under 10 (Flag)
U10 players will still work on learning and improving the basics of the game. Drills and mini games will be introduced to help players to develop good hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness and quick decision-making skills as well as basic plays.
- Teams are Co-Ed
- Non-contact (flag rugby)
- Line Outs: No (Toe and throw)
- Scrums: No (Toe and throw)
- Rucks: No (Toe and throw)
- For children in or leaving grades 3 through 4
Under 12 (Flag)
Players at the U12 level will be taught more advanced rugby plays and techniques, as well as improving on the basics. This level is designed to ready a player for tackle rugby and is for children in or leaving the 5th or 6th grades.
- Teams are Co-Ed
- Non-contact (flag rugby)
- Line outs: Contested
- Scrums: Uncontested (no push)
- Rucks: Uncontested
- For children in or leaving grades 5 through 6
Under 14 (Tackle)
Our U14 tackle program for both boys and girls currently in or leaving 7th and 8th grade. Our aim is to provide a fun and safe opportunity to learn the fundamentals of tackle rugby and safely manage the transition from non-contact to contact.
- Teams are Co-Ed (unless a girls team is available)
- Full Contact
- Line outs: Contested (no lift)
- Scrums: Contested (no push)
- Rucks: Contested
- For those in or leaving middle school (7th & 8th)
Girls Under 14 (Tackle)
When numbers allow, Arlington Rugby Club will also field an all girls side at some tournaments for girls currently in or leaving 7th and 8th grade. This would most likely be in addition to any co-ed matches and will allow players to continue to learn in an environment more along the lines of what they’d expect to play in High School and beyond.
- Full Contact
- Line outs: Contested (no lift)
- Scrums: Contested (no push)
- Rucks: Contested
- For girls in or leaving middle school (7th & 8th)
Under 18 (Tackle)
Arlington Rugby Club is hoping to soon add both a boys and girls High School teams that will be open to girls in or leaving 9th through 12th grades. Players will be able to learn not only the fundamentals, but also advanced techniques in a fun and safe environment and participate in tournaments throughout New England.
- Full Contact
- Line outs: Contested
- Scrums: Contested
- Rucks: Contested
- For those in or leaving high school (9th though 12th)