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CONTENTS CORE CAMPS
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DEVELOPMENT CAMPS
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TAG CAMPS
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GIRLS CAMPS
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RESIDENTIAL CAMPS
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FAQs
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As England’s most successful team, we offer the highest level of rugby coaching at our camps. With something for all abilities and ages, our camps for younger age groups provide a great introduction to rugby. Camps for older children are a great way to develop skills and understanding of the game. As well as a great rugby experience, all camp attendees receive Tigers Rugby Camp Merchandise, and a FREE ticket to an allocated Tigers home game.
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Players – What can you expect at a CORE Rugby Camp? Our most popular rugby camps are our core rugby camps which run over four or five full days, depending on the time of year. Each day, players will focus on developing their technical skills and tactical awareness, as well as the fundamental movement patterns required for rugby. Players will experience a wide range of coaching sessions designed to be active, enjoyable and challenging. From U9s and above, we begin to introduce y oung players to the contact-based games and technical skill breakdowns within managed sessions, that we believe are important for each player to develop their own awareness, understanding and decision making abilities. What’s included: RUGBY BALL
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TIGERS CAMP T-SHIRT
FREE MATCH TICKET
Who goes on CORE Rugby Camps? Core camps are for those in the U9 to U13 age grades. As per RFU Regulations, U9 to U11 inclusively are mixed gender age grades. For Girls in the U12 and U13 age grades, see Girls Camps.
OVERVIEW Develop rugby skills in a fun and safe environment. COACHING & SAFETY All coaches RFU level 2 and above, DBS checked, designated first aiders at every camp. TIMES Full days from 9.30am - 3.30pm. AGES Current season U9s - U13s. MERCHANDISE Tigers Rugby Camps merchandise plus a free junior match ticket.
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Players – What can you expect at a DEVELOPMENT Rugby Camp? Camps provide a more focused offering to boys in the under 14 to under 16 age grades. Taking place over three afternoon sessions, the development camps are built around the core principles of the Tigers Junior Academy and Leicester Tigers rugby programme at SMB – Brooksby Melton College. Working with senior community coaches, sessions will focus on developing core rugby skills, movement patterns and game-based scenarios.
What’s included: FREE MATCH TICKET
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Who goes on DEVELOPMENT Rugby Camps? Open to players of all abilities looking to develop their rugby skills.’
OVERVIEW Learn the basic skills with lots of fun, activity and friendship. COACHING & SAFETY Senior community coaches, designated first aiders. TIMES Three afternoons (2.5 hour sessions). AGES Current season Boys U14s to U16s. MERCHANDISE Tigers Rugby Camps merchandise plus a free junior match ticket.
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Players – What can you expect at a TAG Rugby Camp? TAG Rugby is open to all players in the age category, boys and girls play TAG together. TAG Rugby is a fantastic introduction to the game of rugby. It’s a fun, fast-moving, non-contact game, ideal for all children. The Leicester Tigers TAG camp not only focuses on playing the game, it also includes fitness, agility and the general values of the game of rugby. Who goes on TAG Rugby Camps? TAG camps are open to players in the current season U7s and U8s age groups, current school years 2 and 3. What’s included: RUGBY BALL
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TIGERS CAMP T-SHIRT
FREE MATCH TICKET
OVERVIEW Learn the basic skills with lots of fun, activity and friendship. COACHING & SAFETY All coaches RFU level 2 and above, DBS checked, designated first aiders at every camp. TIMES Three mornings from 9.30am - 12.30pm. AGES Current season U7s to U8s. MERCHANDISE Tigers Rugby Camps merchandise plus a free junior match ticket.
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Players – What can you expect at a GIRLS Rugby Camp? Girl’s camps are suitable for those in the U12s to U16s age groups, and cater to all levels of experience and ability. With the growth of women’s and girls’ rugby throughout the region crucial to Leicester Tigers vision, the launch of this camp provides the opportunity for girls of all levels of rugby experience to enhance their skills. Girl’s camps consist of two full days. Girls will get the chance to work with experienced community coaches and enjoy a fun and engaging Tigers Rugby camp experience alongside their peers. What’s included: FREE MATCH TICKET
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Who goes on GIRLS Rugby Camps? Girls camps are designed for girls in the U12s U16s age groups. School years 7 to 11.
OVERVIEW Develop rugby skills in a fun and safe environment. COACHING & SAFETY All coaches RFU level 2 and above, DBS checked, designated first aiders at every camp. TIMES Two full days, 9.30am - 3.30pm. AGES Girls only in the U12s - U16s age groups. MERCHANDISE Tigers Rugby Camps merchandise plus a free junior match ticket.
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A Fully Immersive Rugby Experience The content involved throughout the week will look to enhance the players rugby skills both on and off the pitch whilst providing a lasting knowledge to enhance their individual rugby journey. Who goes on RESIDENTIAL Camps? JUNIORS - U11s - U12s Boys (Three days) GIRLS - U12s - U18s BOYS - U13s - U16s Technical and Tactical Rugby Training Strength and Conditioning Sessions and Advice Goal Setting and Individual Coach Feedback
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Athlete Education (including Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Video Analysis, Specific Performance Factors)
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What’s included: Three meals a day Accommodation (including bedding) Presentation day - All family welcome Tigers Kit package Tour of Mattioli Woods Welford Road
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DENSTONE COLLEGE Denstone College was founded in 1873 and is set in a site of more than one hundred acres of rolling Staffordshire countryside, close to the Derbyshire border. During this camp, in addition to rugby, you can expect to benefit from workshops on female specific performance factors within sport, including real life experiences with the Leicester Tigers Women’s. Also utilised during your time at Denstone will be fantastic pitches, multi-use halls including a full climbing wall and a performance gym with a 25-yard swimming pool. The Leicester Tigers seniors Women’s Team will also be attending with a chance for Q&As and find out more about life as a female rugby player.
TESTIMONIALS “He learned and developed so much over that week. I know you took time out to speak to him and give him advice, which he really appreciated, has taken on board and is putting into action. He is so committed to his rugby and having the opportunity of everything the week had to offer, together with the benefit of your experience and support has really made a difference to him and has had a massive impact on his game and confidence.” “Billie had a great time and still hasn’t paused for breath describing all the activities, sessions and coaching tips. Her first statement was that she wants to ensure she can attend the next camp, and it’s reaffirmed her desire for rugby.” “Sam had an awesome time and has learnt loads and made new friends. A brilliant week building his enjoyment of rugby more than ever! Thanks again.”
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What about a FREE junior match ticket? Look out for your email following your camp which will contain details about your free junior allocated ticket.
Who goes on your rugby camp? Rugby camps attract boys and girls from all walks of life, some with playing experience, some have never played.
What age grade is my child going to be in? If you are currently in the Under 8’s and will be moving into the Under 9’s age grade from September 1, 2024 then you should book into Under 9’s for the summer camps (July & August). Other camps book into current age grade.
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Drinks and Snacks? Water to be provided to refill water bottles. Children can bring their own healthy snacks and other drinks.
What about safety? Safety is our top priority and all of our camps have designated first aiders who are present throughout the day. Parents are requested to provide relevant medical history or details regarding any previous injuries upon booking to ensure our first aiders are as best informed as possible. We also have a dedicated welfare officer at each camp to ensure the maintained at the highest level.
What about Safeguarding? Your child’s welfare, and safeguarding are at the forefront of the camps delivery. You can be assured your child is in capable hands, all of our coaches are DBS cleared. There is also a sign in and sign out system, no child can leave the camp without being signed out by a parent or previously agreed adult.
Is lunch provided? Lunch is not provided on Tigers rugby camps. Please ensure your child brings a packed lunch and healthy snacks each day.
What kit should they bring? Rugby kit, including waterproofs and a change of kit, gum shield, trainers and boots.
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