Beginner

Hi,

I am looking to take up rugby in october when I go back to college, was just wondering though what I should be doing for the summer. Should I be familarising myself with rules etc?

Cheers

marco_polo

cynical-ru wrote: »

Hi,

I am looking to take up rugby in october when I go back to college, was just wondering though what I should be doing for the summer. Should I be familarising myself with rules etc?

Cheers

Meh, knowing the rules is optional for players.

Amz

Most clubs start pre-season training in July/August as the season starts in September/early October. If at all possible I'd suggest trying ot get involved with a club now.

As you're in college though starting there might be your best bet, as you'd probably be one of a number of newbies.

If you can get playing tag it might help you learn some of the very basic rules regarding passing and defensive lines, but the best way to learn the rules etc. is by playing.

il gatto

Have a look at the IRB website. I think they have all the laws there. Best way I think is to just watch all the games you can. Since they miked up the refs, it's been a great way of learning. Apart from that, spend the summer running full tilt at a brick wall repeatadly. That'll set you up perfectly:D

Amz

Since you're a DCU student why not go down to the Bingham cup rugby tournament which is taking place there this weekend. Watch a few games etc.

taidghbaby

you should familiarise yourself with not being able to walk properly for a couple of days after a match!!

gcgirl

taidghbaby wrote: »

you should familiarise yourself with not being able to walk properly for a couple of days after a match!!

Totally the truth! First match i ever played i compleatly screwed my knee up!!

But i'm still playing on!!

Amz

You'll feel pain in muscles/parts of your body that you didn't know existed before. That's half the fun though, admiring the war wounds etc.

taidghbaby

gcgirl wrote: »

Totally the truth! First match i ever played i compleatly screwed my knee up!!

But i'm still playing on!!

dead legs and bloody noses were my injuries of choice!!

gcgirl

Amz wrote: »

You'll feel pain in muscles/parts of your body that you didn't know existed before. That's half the fun though, admiring the war wounds etc.

Esp The Biggest Bruse Compettion

theKramer

2 tips.
Watch as many games as you can.

Do lots of leg weights

gcgirl

Plus get your self a really good nick name !!!

Gelio

Keep yourself fit (suicides, endurance runs)

Body weights (Sit ups, press ups, burpees)

But don't burn yourself out, try to have fun.
Tag rugby is great for the basic rules.

NaiveMelodies

Amz wrote: »

Since you're a DCU student why not go down to the Bingham cup rugby tournament which is taking place there this weekend. Watch a few games etc.

+1 haha, and get an alternative taste of rugby culture!