After I went to Australia and saw little ruggers at half-time at a Wallabies game, I wondered why there is not more opportunity for our kids here in the U.S. to play rugby.On August 2 the Schuylkill River Exiles are hosting a free boys and girls youth rugby clinic at Lee Cultural Center Field . Although the kids in Aussie may not have been much older than 6-years-old, the clinic in Philadelphia provides the opportunity for aspiring ruggers from the ages of 8 to 14 to be exposed to the sport.
The clinic is free for those who pre-register before July 19, and is $10 a child after that date.
For more information visit the Schuylkill website.
Contact Denny Henderson with any questions or concerns: 215-510-0832 or Phillyyouthrugby@gmail.com
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On August 4th, I am organizing a 1 day introduction to rugby for young kids in West Philadelphia. My teammates and I will be working with kids between the ages of 8-14 showing them some basic drills and games so that they can learn a new sport as well as the values of teamwork, leadership, and physical well being. Currently there are no youth rugby programs in West Philadelphia and many children do not participate in structured sports leagues. This introduction will be the starting point of creating a city wide league to develop youth rugby in Philadelphia. My goal for this introduction is to have over 100 kids participate in the event and to have them participate at no cost to them. My request of you is to see if you would be willing to donate $20-$50 to having this dream come true. Your participation and support will create the possibility of truly shaping a child's life.
Below are some more details about the event and who the check should be made out to.
WHAT: Youth Rugby Introduction
WHEN: August 4th, 2008 9:30am-11am
WHO: Boys and Girls ages 8-14
WHERE: Cobbs Creek Recreation Center - Cobbs Creek Parkway and Spruce St.
WHY: There is a need in the Philadelphia area to provide an engaging environment for young children to learn Teamwork, Leadership and Physical Well Being. There is an opportunity to learn this through the game of Youth Rugby. This event will bring the community together to educate and grow the future leaders of tomorrow and create new avenues and pathways for empowering people.
REGISTER NOW!
If you would like to donate money, please write the check out to "The Schuylkill River Exiles RFC" which is a designated non-profit organization.
Please mail the checks to
Denny Henderson
58 Eastwood Rd,
Berwyn, Pa 19312
My goal is raise over $1,000 to help pay for the balls Typically Balls cost anywhere between $15 and $20.
Cost: Before July 19th FREE After July 19th $10 per child
*Please mail the completed registration form to:
Denny Henderson
58 Eastwood Road
Berwyn, PA 19312
Or E-mail form to phillyyouthrugby@gmail.com
(Early Registration Deadline: July 19th, 2008)
Additional Information
- Please arrive at Cobbs Creek Recreation Center by 9:00 am to ensure enough time to check your child in and complete the liability and release forms.
- No child will be admitted into the clinic unless all forms are completed at the time of check-in.
- The following is a list of items we recommend you send with your child on the day of the clinic:
- Soccer cleats (optional)
- Comfortable Sneakers
- Shorts
- Extra pair of socks
- Water bottle (write child’s name on it)
- Sun Block
- Water Stations, medical staff, and restrooms will be available throughout the day.
- No pets permitted at the Lee Cultural Center Field during the hours of the clinic.
- Children will be divided into the following age groups for instruction
1. 8-9
2. 10-11
3. 12-14
- Certificates of achievement will be handed out in the closing ceremonies scheduled to take place around 2:30 pm.
- Please feel free to contact Denny Henderson with any questions or concerns:
215-510-0832 / Phillyyouthrugby@gmail.com or check http://www. skillrugby. com.
Don’t miss out on a day filled with fun, excitement, and an opportunity to experience one of America’s fastest growing sports!!!
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