Wessex Schools Rugby

16/09/2026

2nd enrichment session delivered at Swanmore College , 30 girls learning

05/09/2026

Happy to share any clubs post on this page, just pm me

05/09/2026

21/08/2026

Motto slightly adapted from King Alfred but ……

19/08/2026

It’s early days but we will be looking for partner rugby clubs in the area for any school players that want to go on to play club games .
If the club aligns with our overall ethos we will gladly direct players to them .

Get in touch if your club is interested .

16/08/2026

Yes I know it’s AI but it’s the thought that counts and our thoughts-are to develop strong 💪 and intelligent🧠 girl rugby 🏉 players that love playing ❤️ !!

If you have a potential warrior in yr 6,7 & 8 that would like to try rugby out in a player centred environment get in touch !!

We’re running FREE taster sessions throughout August at Eastleigh rugby club @ The Hub Bishopstoke
Wednesdays 7.00 -8.30

Turn up a try it out !

16/08/2026

New schools rugby programme starting in September . Initially open to all girls in yrs 6,7 & 8

09/08/2026

More information on how we coach from the French site here :

https://lpm-rugby.org/

09/08/2026

What are we offering schools ?

An introduction to an exciting free flowing style of rugby focusing on decision making & “keeping the ball alive “ . This will be delivered through game based activities with both attacking & defensive problems to be solved by the players themselves . The level of contact will be kept to a minimum as avoiding collisions and staying on your feet will be at the heart of these sessions.
Our coaching & playing philosophy is based on Pierre Villepreuxs La plaisir du mouvement , you can find out more about it here :

In a departure from set pieces Players will be coached to showcase their flair and creativity through game play. By reading to the opposition and applying simple principles they will develop the ability to think quickly, play confidently and find pleasure in movement. Using agility, speed, intellige...