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Rugby and English Programme
The Rugby and English programme is open to students who wish to develop their English language and improve their fundamental rugby skills.
Throughout the week the players gain a real insight into the core values of Leinster Rugby. They will be coached in a professional environment to give them an understanding of the fundamental values of teamwork, commitment, integrity and communication.
Players will learn to play the Leinster way, while living in an international rugby environment, giving them the chance to making friends with other rugby players coming from all over the world.
All participants will be assisted, trained and guided by professional Leinster Rugby coaches.
The coaching sessions are designed to advance the players in the development of fundamental individual skills. The aim is to the put these skills into practice and improve through game-based activities.
Leinster Rugby has been a leader in this field of coaching over the past number of seasons so the player gets to learn their skills in a game-based environment.
Programme Overview
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Type of course:
Rugby and English Academy -
Dates:
June, July and August -
Location:
Ireland, Dublin. Historical College, providing numerous sporting facilities including an indoor swimming pool. -
Age Grade:
Athletes 8 to 17 years old -
Duration:
2 or more weeks -
Accommodation:
Host Family or College (full board) -
Extracurricular activities:
Excursions, Leisure and Sport Activities
English Course (Optional)
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Type of course:
General English with standards checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organisational excellence imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK.
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RUGBY AND ENGLISH CAMPS RETURN FOR AN EIGHTH YEAR
Training and Education
Short Term Courses
Short-term courses are delivered all year round (2 to 6 weeks).
Medium and Long Term Courses
Medium-term courses and Long-term courses (more than 3 months stay).
Rugby PROGRAMMEs
Rugby and Language
The Rugby and Language programme is open to students who wish to develop their second language and improve their fundamental rugby skills.
High Performance training
The High Performance Rugby Training programme is open to athletes who wish to enhance their rugby performance.
Intensive training
The Intensive Training programme is open to athletes who wish to develop and improve their rugby and english language skills.
Player Development
The Player Development programme is open to athletes who wish to develop and improve their fundamental rugby and personal life skills.
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RUGBY AND ENGLISH PROGRAMME
Play Rugby and Learn English
Rugby and English Programme
This is a Rugby and English programme that allows students to improve their English while they are also participating in a specific rugby training programme. Students taking part in Rugby and English Academy will attend classes in the morning which follow the same layout as a General English Course. Four afternoons per week students participate in a predetermined rugby training programme with a match being held every week, if feasible. Students go on a half day cultural trip once per week and there is a full day excursion on Saturdays.
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RUGBY CAMP HIGHLIGHTS
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Rugby Courses:
- Fundamental
- Learn to Play
- Learn to Train
- Learn to Win
- Play and Compete
- Play to Win - Contents: More than 10 hours a week of training and interrelated activities, including educational lessons, coaching, individual skills exercises
- Development of individual, mini-unit and team skills, mental strength, intelligence and rugby abilities
- Training analysis through video support (if appropriate)
- Nutrition: General and specific nutritional talks
- Coaches: All Camp Managers are fully IRFU accredited coaches and have additionally completed IRFU Safe Rugby and the World Rugby First Aid in Rugby
- Special Features: High-Performance Rugby and Strength and Conditioning Programme. Irish and International youth players participation.
- Optional: Scrum Academy, High-performance gym
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Coaching
All participants will be assisted, coached and guided by Leinster Rugby professional coaches, professional players and experienced English teacher. All our teaching and coaching staff are native English speaker.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the following topics: individual skills and techniques; mini-unit and team skills; communication and the ability to make decisions. Athletes will learn the essential techniques required to play the game safely, they will learn and develop new skills and ways to express themselves in a team environment. During each rugby training session, there will be “humbleness” that comes by working with a group and the “conscientiousness” for the safety and enjoyment of all players involved.
Course Contents
Athletes will have more than 10 hours a week of training and interrelated activities, which include educational lessons, coaching, individual skills exercises, development of mental strength, intelligence and rugby abilities.
Rugby matches and training will be analysed through video support.
Players will also gain a greater understanding of the importance of physical fitness, strength and conditioning and what it is appropriate for young players at any age or stage of the long-term player development continuum. There will be general and specific nutritional talks on how best to eat to be healthy while playing sports.
All Camp Managers are fully accredited IRFU coaches and have additionally completed IRFU Safe Rugby and World Rugby First Aid in Rugby.
Rugby and English FUNdamentals: Learn to Play – Stage 1
Date: July
Athletes Aged: 9-10
Accommodation: College or Carefully selected host families
Location: Historical College in Dublin, providing numerous sporting facilities including indoor swimming pool
Special Features: Irish and International youth Players participation. Leinster Rugby players attending the training and interacting with young players.
Skills Development Programme
At the Rugby and English with Leinster Rugby camp athletes focus on all aspects of the game and performing skills under pressure.
The Rugby Skills Development Programme is designed to develop players, based on the core four skills.
- Passing or Kicking and Catching
- Levels of Contact
- Support and Evasion
- The Breakdown (Defensive and Attacking with individual skills assessment and progressive development )
All sessions will have one of these four core skills as its main focus, which will be assessed and developed progressively.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the following topics:
- Communication and the ability to make decisions under pressure
- Leadership activation; mental strength, tactical intelligence
Players who attend the Leinster Rugby Camp will be coached by Leinster Rugby staff that all have a vast amount of experience in providing top quality coaching to young athletes. To facilitate the appropriate attention given to each participant during their stay, players will be split into groups of 15 depending on their age and ability.
All Camp Managers are fully accredited IRFU coaches and have additionally completed IRFU Safe Rugby and the World Rugby First Aid in Rugby.
Rugby and English with Leinster Rugby Camp FUNdamentals: Learn to Play – Stage 2
Date: July
Athletes Aged: 11-12
Accommodation: College
Location: Historical College in Dublin, providing numerous sporting facilities including indoor swimming pool
Special Features: Irish and International youth Players participation. Leinster Rugby players attending the training and interacting with young players.
This programme has been designed to start bridging the gap between tag rugby and contact rugby. This is achieved by safely introducing elements of physical contact as well as contact with the ground while still developing the core skills of running, passing, supporting and evading.
Skills Development Programme
At the Rugby Academy athletes focus on all aspects of the game and performing skills under pressure.
The Rugby Skills Development Programme is designed to develop players, based on the core four skills.
- Passing or Kicking and Catching
- Tackling (from Tag Rugby to Full Contact Rugby)
- Support and Evasion
- The Breakdown (Defensive and Attacking with individual, mini-unit assessment and progressive development)
All sessions will have one of these four core skills as its main focus, which will be assessed and developed progressively.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the following topics:
- Communication and the ability to make decisions under pressure
- Leadership activation; mental strength; tactical intelligence
As an addition to content, there will be a nutritional talk on how best to eat to be healthy while playing sports. This will be both general and also around match time and hydration. Secondly, we will be giving increased education around strength and conditioning, and what is appropriate for young players at stage 1 (11-12) and stage two and over (13+).
Players who attend the Leinster Rugby Camp will be coached by Leinster Rugby staff that all have a vast amount of experience in providing top quality coaching to young athletes. To facilitate the appropriate attention given to each participant during their stay, players will be split into groups of 15 depending on their age and ability.
All Camp Managers are fully accredited IRFU coaches and have additionally completed IRFU Safe Rugby and the World Rugby First Aid in Rugby.
Rugby and English with Leinster Rugby: Player Development [Learn to Train, Play and Compete]
Date: January – February & July – August
Athletes Ages: 13 – 15
Accommodation: Host Family or College
Location: Historical College in Dublin, providing numerous sporting facilities including indoor swimming pool
Special Features: Players will Learn new techniques and develop new skills; Irish and International youth Players participation. Leinster Rugby players attending the training and interacting with young players.
Skills Development Programme
At the Rugby Academy athletes focus on all aspects of the game and performing skills under pressure.
The Rugby Skills Development Programme is designed to develop players, based on the core four skills.
- Catching and Passing or Kicking
- Tackling
- Support and Evasion
- The Breakdown (Defensive and Attacking with individual, mini-unit and team skills assessment and progressive development )
All sessions will have one of these four core skills as its main focus, which will be assessed and developed progressively.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the following topics:
- Communication and the ability to make decisions under pressure
- Leadership activation; mental strength; tactical intelligence
Additional aspects include (when appropriate):
- Functional assessment and development
- Speed, Agility and Quickness
- Game related fitness
- Strength and conditioning
As an addition to content, there will be a nutritional talk on how best to eat to be healthy while playing sports. This will be both general and also around match time and hydration. Secondly, we will be giving increased education around strength and conditioning, and what is appropriate for young players at stage 1 (11-12) and stage two and over (13+).
Players who attend the Rugby and English with Leinster Rugby Camp will be coached by Leinster Rugby staff that all have a vast amount of experience in providing top quality coaching to young athletes. To facilitate the appropriate attention given to each participant during their stay, players will be split into groups of 15 depending on their age and ability.
All Camp Managers are fully accredited IRFU coaches and have additionally completed IRFU Safe Rugby and the World Rugby First Aid in Rugby.
Rugby and English with Leinster Rugby: Learn to Train, Play and Compete – Stage 2
Date: January – February & July – August
Athletes Ages: 16 – 18
Accommodation: Host Family or College
Location: Historical College in Dublin, providing numerous sporting facilities including indoor swimming pool
Special Features: Players will Learn new techniques and develop new skills; Irish and International youth Players participation. Leinster Rugby players attending the training and interacting with young players.
Skills Development Programme
At the Rugby Academy athletes focus on all aspects of the game and performing skills under pressure.
The Rugby Skills Development Programme is designed to develop players, based on the core four skills.
- Catching and Passing or Kicking
- Tackling
- Support and Evasion
- The Breakdown (Defensive and Attacking with individual, mini-unit and team skills assessment and progressive development )
All sessions will have one of these four core skills as its main focus, which will be assessed and developed progressively.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the following topics:
- Communication and the ability to make decisions under pressure
- Leadership activation; mental strength; tactical intelligence
Additional aspects include (when appropriate):
- Functional assessment and development
- Speed, Agility and Quickness
- Game related fitness
- Strength and conditioning
Players who attend the Leinster Rugby Camp will be coached by Leinster Rugby staff that all have a vast amount of experience in providing top quality coaching to young athletes. To facilitate the appropriate attention given to each participant during their stay, players will be split into groups of 15 depending on their age and ability.
All Camp Managers are fully accredited IRFU coaches and have additionally completed IRFU Safe Rugby and the World Rugby First Aid in Rugby.
Hi-Performance Development Programme
The Rugby Academy will provide players and teams with an opportunity to experience a development programme which will be tailored to the team and/or the individual.
The rugby academy programme includes:
- Technical skill assessment and progressive development
- # Tactical skill assessment and development (including analysis where appropriate)
- Strength, Power and Conditioning assessment and development
- Nutritional appraisal (assessment) and consultation
- Access to expert coaching and fitness training
- Access to top-level coaches and playing facilities
- Medical and Functional Assessment and support (where and when applicable)
The Scrum Academy provides a scrum coaching development programme that includes the most current and up to date trends in the game. The programme is delivered by highly qualified & experienced coaches in a professional and engaging manner.
The programme follows a traditional developmental model including the following Key areas :
- Foundation Blocks
- Bindings
- The Power Position
- Safe Scrumming
- Scrum coaching
- Scrum Consultancy
- Scrum Analysis
We provide a high standard of scrum specific coaching that will increase and improve players and coaches’s scrum knowledge, scrum specific skills and overall qualities and abilities to perform and deliver under pressure.
English Language Course
General English Course
Our General English course is designed to make you more proficient in everyday English situations and activities.
The General English course is designed to cover all the aspects of the English language including the various sub-skills and areas of competence: the basic 4 skills (Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking), communicative language (e.g., turn-taking, asking for clarification), types of interaction (e.g., obtaining goods and services, interviewing), and more linguistic skills (e.g., vocabulary range, phonological control). The course aims to combine the usage of English with Vocabulary, Grammar & Pronunciation.
The course will definitely help you to improve your ability to understand and communicate effectively in English, enabling you to engage more confidently in English-speaking environments.
A wide range of classes and levels ensures that every student will be placed with students of the same ability, therefore learners can definitely enjoy improving all aspects of their English in a lively and friendly environment.
ENGLISH COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
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Type of course:
General English with standards checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organisational excellence imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK. -
Assessments:
Assessment test before the start of the course, weekly progress and End-of-Course Assessments -
English classes per week:
15 hours (two 90-minute lessons per day) -
Students per class:
Maximum of 15 students per class -
Course Materials:
All included -
Diploma:
Certificate of Attendance and Completion -
Teachers:
All our teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) -
Level of English:
All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1) -
Optional:
Intensive English, TIE Exam, Trinity Exam, Cambridge Exam preparation
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General English Course
Students generally attend classes in the morning which follow the same layout as a General English Course. There are 15 hours English classes per week held Monday to Friday and split into two 90 minute lessons per day. Class size is restricted to a maximum of 15 students and all levels are available from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1).
Two teachers, covering different prearranged areas of the syllabus, work alternately with each class. One teacher takes the first 90-minute session which focuses on language in use, vocabulary and grammar practice. After a short break, the second teacher starts the next 90-minute session which covers conversational practice, pronunciation, listening and speaking. This work share provides variety for the students and allows them to benefit from different personalities and teaching styles.All our teaching staff are university graduates and are qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL).
Teachers and Staff
All of the staff at Rugby and English are committed to offering students the best education during their stay. We inspire students to work diligently to improve in all aspects of the English language.
Our experienced teaching staff are well trained and highly qualified in what they teach. They are up to date with the latest methods in teaching English as a foreign language and combine academic excellence with the sensitivity and receptiveness for each student’s individual needs, talents and potential.
All “Rugby and English” teachers are university graduates with qualifications in teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and are respected for their knowledge and professionalism.
Classes and Activities (and day one)
Classes are on from 9:30 until 13:00 with a 30-minute break at 11:00. After class, there is a 60-minute lunch break. After lunch, depending on the programme, there will be sports, activities or a cultural trip. Students must be ready at the designated time.
The first day in the college is somewhat different to the rest. Students are advised to arrive at 9:00 to allow for unforeseen delays as they may not be familiar with the bus timetable or the route. At 9:30 there will be a short introduction by the camp manager and principal. After there will be an assessment test, which is used to determine the level of English so students can be placed in the appropriate class.
After the test students meet in the main hall again. Here a staff member will go through the college rules and some other important information. The students are then taken on a tour of the college. At the end of the tour, students will be divided into their appropriate classes and attend the second-morning class until lunch time. After lunch students on the general course go on a familiarisation trip, while students on the specialised sports courses have training.
Please note that all students on “Play Rugby and Learn English” programme MUST bring their training equipment with them on the first day (Gumshield included!).
Students on the familiarisation tour will arrive back to the college by approximately 17:00. For further excursions to the city centre, students staying with the host families, do not return to the college but travel directly home to the host family.
Students on “Play Rugby and Learn English” programme will finish training at approximately 17:00 – 17:30.
English Course Certificate
Students will receive the English course materials and workbooks as part of the programme. After completion of the English course, a Certificate of Attendance will be issued to each student. It certifies the progress that has been made and the level of English reached.
- learners of English for general purposes;
- learners of English for business, professional or academic purposes;
- learners of English as a second language.
Intensive English (Optional)
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English for specific purposes (Optional)
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Trinity Exam (Optional)
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Cambridge Exam Preparation (Optional)
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Extracurricular Activities
Extracurricular Activities Highlights
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Half-day Excursions
Students travel to local visitor attractions such as galleries, museums, sports stadiums or other popular sites. -
Full-day excursions:
Students travel to places of interest -
Evening activities:
Karaoke, Barbecue, Sport and Games competitions, Movie Night, Quiz Night, Party Night and Disco, etc.
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ACCOMMODATION & SUPERVISION
Accommodation & Supervision Highlights
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Accommodation:
Host Family Accommodation with selected host families or College Accommodation on full board basis -
Location:
Located in quiet and safe residential areas of the city. -
Internet:
WIFI Supervised access to computer and Internet facilities -
Room type:
Single or twin rooms, students share their accommodation with other students of different nationality (if feasible) -
Assistance:
24/7 local assistance and emergency phone
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Weekly Timetables
RUGBY AND ENGLISH ACADEMY - SAMPLE WEEKLY TIMETABLE* | |||||||
( This include a Standard General English Course - 15 hrs English Tuitions per week ) | |||||||
TIME | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY |
9:30-11:00 | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | Full day Excursion | Activity day |
11:00-11:30 | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | ||
11:30-13:00 | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | ||
13:00-14:00 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | ||
14:30-16:30 | RUGBY | RUGBY | RUGBY | RUGBY | Excursion/ Rugby | ||
18:00-19:00 | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | ||
EVENING | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | ||
The Educational Programme is recognised by the Irish and British Departments of Education. The courses are structured on 5 levels (CEFR) divided into 20 lessons per week. Schools, English courses, teachers, teaching method and learning experience are reviewed, inspected, checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organizational standards imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK. | |||||||
* Please note: Schedule is subject to change without notice depending on Local Governments Responses to COVID-19 and Public health guidelines. |
RUGBY ACADEMY - SAMPLE WEEKLY TIMETABLE* | TIME | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY |
9:30-11:00 | RUGBY/CLASS | RUGBY/CLASS | RUGBY/CLASS | RUGBY/CLASS | RUGBY/CLASS | Full day Excursion | Activity day |
11:00-11:30 | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | ||
11:30-13:00 | RUGBY/CLASS | RUGBY/CLASS | RUGBY/CLASS | RUGBY/CLASS | RUGBY/CLASS | ||
13:00-14:00 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | ||
14:30-16:30 | RUGBY | RUGBY | RUGBY | RUGBY | Excursion/ Rugby | ||
18:00-19:00 | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | ||
EVENING | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | ||
The Educational Programme is recognised by the Irish and British Departments of Education. The courses are structured on 5 levels (CEFR) divided into 20 lessons per week. Schools, English courses, teachers, teaching method and learning experience are reviewed, inspected, checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organizational standards imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK. | |||||||
* Please note: Schedule is subject to change without notice depending on Local Governments Responses to COVID-19 and Public health guidelines. |
Fees
Rugby and English Academy (This includes a Standard General English Course with 15hrs English language tuitions per week) | |||||||
Accommodation | 2 WEEKS | 3 WEEKS | 4 WEEKS | MORE WEEKS | |||
Rugby and English Academy | Host Family | 1.980 Eu * | TBA** | TBA** | TBQ | ||
Rugby and English Academy | Residential (Under 12*) | 2.100 Eu * | TBA** | TBA** | TBA** | ||
Rugby and English Academy | Residential (Under 18*) | 2.100 Eu* | TBA** | TBA** | TBQ | ||
* Please note: The course fees are starting at the price scheduled above. You will find details on course fees under each programme entry. ** Please contact us for more information. |
English Course
- Assessment Test
- 15 hours English classes per week (two 90 minutes lessons per day)
- Maximum of 15 students per class
- All Course Materials
- All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1).
- Two teachers working alternately with each class
- Certificate of Attendance and Completion
- All our teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL)
Rugby Academy
- More than 10 hours a week of training and interrelated activities, including educational lessons, coaching, individual skills exercises, development of mental strength, intelligence and rugby abilities
- Rugby matches and training analysis through video supports
- Physical fitness, strength and conditioning workshops
- General and specific nutritional talks
- All Camp Managers are fully IRFU accredited coaches and have additionally completed IRFU Safe Rugby and the World Rugby First Aid in Rugby
Extracurricular Activities
- 1 half-day excursion per week
- 1 full day excursion per week
- 3 evening activities per week, such as treasure hunt, karaoke, Irish night, disco
Accommodation and Supervision
- Host Family Accommodation with selected families on full board basis
- College Accommodation on full board basis
- Located in one of Dublin’s quietest residential areas
- Supervised access to computer and Internet facilities
- All rooms twin and students share with a different nationality
- 24/7 emergency phone
Not Include:
- Flights or other transport to and from school
- Airport transfers to Homestay / Residence or College and return
- Subscription to public transport service
- Travel and Medical and Health insurance
- Examination Fees
- All that is not included in “the price includes”
Intensive English and Exams Preparation
- On request, Intensive English or English for specific purposes
- On request, preparation for the Cambridge exam which includes additional lessons
- On request, preparation for the Trinity exam which includes additional lessons
- On request, preparation for the TIE exam
Rugby
- On request, Scrum Academy
- On request, High Performance Gym
- On request, Strength and Conditioning
- On request, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Accommodation and Meals
- Extra day with host family: TBQ*
- Extra day at the college: TBQ*
- Hot lunch from Monday to Friday at the College canteen: TBQ* per week
Transport
- Individual Student Arrival and Departure airport transfers: TBQ* per person each way (reductions available for groups)
- Weekly ticket for private school bus (evening activities included): 30,00 Eu per week
- Bus & Dart pass: 2 weeks 70,00 Eu, 3 weeks 94,00 Eu, 4 weeks 119,00 Eu
- Bus & Luas pass: 2 weeks 70,00 Eu, 3 weeks 94,00 Eu, 4 weeks 119,00 Eu
- Bus & Tube pass: 2 weeks TBQ* Eu, 3 weeks TBQ* Eu, 4 weeks TBQ* Eu
Enrolment Process
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Step 7.
Pre-departure orientation
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Departure
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FEATURES
The best campus facilities
The programme takes place in our vast campus located in Ireland. Here you’ll be able to use the most up-to-date facilities and equipment.
Education
Excursions
The activities programme provides students with an opportunity to absorb some of Ireland’s rich heritage in a fun and relaxed way while also allowing students the opportunity to improve their English.
FRIENDLY AND CARING ATMOSPHERE
All Camp Managers are fully accredited IRFU coaches and have additionally completed IRFU Safe Rugby and World Rugby First Aid in Rugby.
Practice Makes Perfect
We know the only way you truly understand a subject is by practising it in a real environment. This is why we’ve set a playground area that’s full of hours of exercises, questions and challenges. It even has a gaming section.
Learn from the very best
Join our course and start building the most wanted skills available today. We make sure every class is easily understood, and that all students reach the same level of expertise needed for today’s rugby and english environments.
Working hours
Monday- Thursday:8:00-18:30 Hrs
(Phone until 17:30 Hrs)
Friday - 8:00-17:00
Contact us
Whatsapp: +353 390 87 23 52
Phone: +353 (0) 1 254 2324
Email: info@playrugby.org