The Game of Rugby Union
Research shows that 180 minutes of vigorous physical activity per week linked with a healthy diet can reduce the prevalence of life-threatening diseases such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes and some forms of cancer. Rugby, in its various formats, provides players of different physiques, skills, genders and ages with the opportunity to undertake vigorous exercise in a controlled and enjoyable environment.
The Rugby community provides a long-term development (LTPD) programme for players of all ages with an infrastructure that supports individual players’ expectations and sporting ambitions. Players are therefore able to play the game purely for fun or, if they choose, to develop their individual skills and understanding of the technical aspects of the game from the grass roots level up to the elite level.
Rugby, however, provides more than just the opportunity to undertake vigorous exercise; it is a sport with values that develop players within a social and moral context. The Game’s core values are: