RFU regulations
The RFU Rules and Regulations website is the central resource for the rules and regulations of Rugby Union Football in England.
The regulations and guidance have been revised in order to assist in developing children and young players in the most appropriate and safest way, with long term development and retention being the ultimate aim.
The following RFU Regulations are those which are more pertinent to school rugby.
regulation 10
Covers the regulations with regard to Incoming and Outgoing Tours, the approval procedures and forms for Schools, may be found from the following web page.
REGULATION 9
Schools have a responsibility towards the health and safety of pupils, staff, and volunteers. Measures should be in place to include at least training and first aid provision. Equipment should be in place to ensure that Rugby Union is delivered to the highest standards in a safe and enjoyable environment.
Regulation 9 applies to ALL rugby union activity, across a school including training, intra schools matches, block fixtures, festivals, and touch rugby.
Schools Regulation 9 Guidance
Please use this link for specific Regulation 9 guidance for schools
Regulation 15
All youth rugby both in schools and clubs from U6 to U18 is covered under Regulation 15 which is known as Age Grade Rugby. This Regulation and its Appendices relates to training, matches and all variations of rugby permitted within the relevant age grade.
Regulation 19
Regulation 19 Appendix 6 covers the disciplinary procedures for the youth game.