T1 Rugby
What is T1 Rugby?
T1 Rugby is a non-contact game that retains many of the main elements of rugby, such as passing and evasion. There’s also kicking, uncontested (non-contact) scrums and lineouts, so players can use different strengths to contribute to their team significantly.
Benefits of T1 Rugby
• Inclusive: can be played across the genders.
• Gets students physically active.
• Creates team connections, social skills and confidence.
• Opportunities to enhance transferrable fundamental movement skills.
• Easy to teach and referee.
• Can be played on different surfaces: sports halls, playgrounds, grass.
• Chances get young leaders involved.
• Only needs a ball to play.
• Adaptable so teachers can provide challenge and success for all.
• Grounded in the core values of rugby union.
Below you will find information on the basics of the game as well as contact links for T1 Rugby in your area.
You can also find more information about T1 Rugby here:Â https://www.world.rugby/t1rugby
1. The game upholds the values of the World Rugby Playing Charter – Integrity, Passion, Solidarity, Discipline and Respect
2. This is a game for anyone, without restriction, where respect for each other and goodwill by participants are
integral elements of the game
3. The attacking team’s objective is to score a try by touching the ball down on or over the opponent’s try line
4. The are two versions – a Tag version and a Touch version – both played with common elements (apart from the tag resources).
5. The attacking team have seven phases to score. On the 7th Tag/Touch, the opposition will be given the ball
6. The defending team need to try and stop the attacking team from scoring by making a touch-tackle on the ball carrier at the shoulder or below; or by ripping rags from a belt worn by the ball carrier
7. Rules of play, player numbers and pitch size can be flexed to meet the needs of the participants
If you wish to start T1 Rugby in your club or school, contact your local Provincial Branch for more details.
Connacht Rugby – Contact Us | Connacht Rugby
Leinster Rugby – info@leinsterrugby.ie
Munster Rugby – info@munsterrugby.ie
Ulster Rugby – standup@ulsterrugby.com
Q. I have never played any Rugby before, can I still play?
A. Of course you can! There is ‘no contact’ in T1 Rugby. It is easy to pick up as well as great fun.
Q. What do I need in order to play?
A. You don’t need any extra equipment to play T1 Rugby using the Touch Rugby method. You just need to wear what you would feel comfortable running around in.
For the Tag Rugby method, the only truly compulsory accessory required is a pair of approved Tag rugby shorts.
They must be shorts (made by any manufacturer) that bear ‘no’ pockets and sport a velcro patch on each hip for a Tag to be attached upon.
Q. How many on a T1 team?
A. The recommended squad size for a T1 team is 12-14 players. During a game, each team must have no more than seven players on the field of play at any one time. Number per team can vary from 6v6 up to 10v10.
Q. Am I automatically insured to play?
A. The IRFU recommends that each player undertake their own Personal Accident Insurance cover against any injury sustained from playing the game itself during the T1 rugby season.
Q. Where do I find the rules of T1 Rugby?
A. You can download the latest version of the Rules of T1 Rugby on this page.
Q. How do I sign up my team to participate?
A. You can find T1 Rugby in your Province on this page under T1 Rugby in your Area.
Here you will find a series of simple sessions to run which outline areas such as Warm Up, Game Play, and Warm Down.
