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Rugby

Rugby

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Young children start with the "Tag Rugby" (no contact) format, which is excellent for developing coordination and speed. Tag Rugby can be played safely from age 6. The sport puts the values of team solidarity, respect and fairness front and center.

Benefits
  • Physical endurance
  • Team spirit and respect
  • Strength and speed
  • Courage
  • Strategic thinking
Physical Development

Front

Back

Primary
Supporting
Inactive

Primary Muscles

LegsCoreShouldersBack

Supporting Muscles

ChestArmsNeck

Fitness Components

strengthspeedenduranceagility
Physical Demands
Coordination
Medium
Endurance
High
Strength
High
Flexibility
Medium
Height advantage: Doesn’t matter
Body type: Strong build
Development by Age
8

Up to age 8

Tag Rugby (no contact), play-based

12

Up to age 12

Mini rugby, light-contact rules

15

Up to age 15

Full rugby, position-specific training

A Family Sports Background Helps
Rugby: Team culture and game intelligence are passed on

Starting age

Ages 6+ (ideal: 8)

Competition age

Ages 12+

Weekly time

Beginner 2–3 hours
Intermediate 4–6 hours
Advanced 8–12 hours

Estimated monthly cost

TRY 1,200 – TRY 3,500

Equipment
Protective Shoulder Pads₺300–900
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Rugby Boots₺400–1,200
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Headgear (optional)₺300–800
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Where to Buy

Specialist sports shops near youFederation-approved retailers
Federation

Türkiye Ragbi Federasyonu

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Rugby Videos

Technique guides and training videos

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What Is Rugby? How It's Played and the Rules

An introduction to rugby: the pitch, team structure and the basic rules

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Rugby — What Are the Rules of the Game?

An explanation of rugby rules, positions and the scoring system

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