grassroots development

youth rugby

Building the next generation of UAE Rugby players. From first steps on the pitch to international honours — the journey starts here.

2,500+

Youth Players Registered

40+

partner schools

18

youth clubs

4

age grade squads

pathways

age group rugby

u6-u8

mini rugby

Tag rugby and fun-based introduction to the game. No contact, maximum fun. Open to boys and girls.

Sessions: Saturday mornings

  • mini@uaerugby.ae

u10-u12

junior rugby

Introduction to contact rugby in a safe, structured environment with qualified coaches.

Sessions: Tuesday & Thursday evenings

  • junior@uaerugby.ae

u14-u16

youth rugby

Full 15-a-side rugby with age-appropriate laws. Regional competitions and national championships.

Sessions: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday

  • youth@uaerugby.ae

u18-u20

age grade rugby

Pathway to senior rugby. Compete in the UAE Age Grade Championship and regional tournaments.

Sessions: Monday, Wednesday & Friday

  • agegrades@uaerugby.ae

education

schools programs

schools rugby program

UAE Rugby partners with over 40 schools across the UAE to deliver rugby in the curriculum. Trained coaches visit schools to run sessions during PE lessons.

get into rugby

World Rugby’s flagship participation program delivered across the UAE. Designed to introduce rugby to new players aged 6–18 in a fun, safe environment.

schools championship

Annual inter-school competition across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the Northern Emirates. Boys and girls categories from U12 to U18.

coaching in schools

UAE Rugby provides qualified coaches to schools on request. Contact us to arrange a visit or ongoing coaching partnership.

Get your child into rugby

Contact us today to find out about youth rugby programs near you, or use the Find a Club tool to locate your nearest club with a youth section.