NEW "Rugby Basics & Return to Rugby" Programme

'Following the success and popularity of our Return to Rugby programme , we're going to be starting a new Return to Rugby (R2R) & Rugby Basics programme on 20th January.

Who's it for?

Designed for complete beginners and people who've played before at school or university, but perhaps not so recently, the programme will run over 4-6 weeks to introduce you to the basics of the game.  There is no pressure to start playing games on Saturdays until you feel you are ready and want to.

When and Where?

If you'd like to take part, come along on Wednesday 20th January between 7pm and 7.30pm ready to start at 7.30pm.  Just ask for Matt, our coach and say you're here for the Return to Rugby or Rugby Basics programme.  You'll find us on Millwall Park and our clubhouse is right next to Island Gardens DLR station in the railway arches.

What to bring

Gym kit, warm layers, shorts or gear you can get muddy in.  You'll need football or rugby boots after your first session or two but trainers are OK to start with if you don't have any.  Bring a gumshield if you have one, but again, not necessary for your first few sessions.  Some water to drink and a change of clothes for afterwards is a good idea.  (You are welcome to change in our bar area, but we only have one small shower available on training nights).

Continuing?

Those of you who've already been on our first R2R programme are welcome to continue on the programme to help us welcome a fresh wave of beginners & returners, or to join our regular training sessions as you prefer.

Get in touch

There's no need to email in advance, but if you want to, you might like to join our Return to Rugby Facebook group here, and you're welcome to email us at returntorugby@millwallrugby.com if you've got any questions.

We also recommend you sign up for club emails here so you don't miss out on updates. You might also want to like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter or Instagram.  Tweet/Follow the conversation using #millwallrugby and #returntorugby.

Looking forward to welcoming you on 20th Jan.

Matt, Andrew, Robin, Tim, Andy

& all our new Return to Rugby/Rugby Basics Members

Physio Clinic Monday Jan 11

The next Physio clinic is in the Clubhouse on Monday January 11th

Book a slot by emailing timmcdonagh@millwallrugby.com

Reminder - Rugby Ready on Tuesday Dec 1

Rugby Ready Coaching Course

Clubhouse

Tuesday December 1st

19.00-21.00

Rugby Ready is the foundation level coaching course, which you must have in order to progress to

Level 1 or 2.

Millwall are hosting it on Tuesday December 1st, approx 2 hours.

To book onto either or both of the course please contact Matt on mattwatts@rfu.com ASAP.Those that have already committed 10 hours of delivery to the club this season, will have the full cost of the course paid for. If you are working towards or just starting at the club, you will be required to pay £15 per course. This will be refunded on completion of 10 hours of delivery.

Carrot Cars extends sponsorship to the 1st XV

I'm delighted to announce that Carrot Cars are renewing their sponsorship with Millwall Rugby Club’s 2nd XV and also increasing their support of the club by taking over sponsorship of the 1st XV too.

“Carrot Cars are really happy to have been able to, not only continue, but to extend their support of the club to include 1st XV sponsorship. We look forward to a successful year ahead for everyone involved at Millwall Rugby Club”

     - Adam Wiltsher, Manager, Carrot Cars.

This is the third season that Carrot Cars have supported the club and we are delighted that they are strengthening that relationship by sponsoring two of our teams this season. They have a strong community involvement and I know that members of the club will support Carrot Cars, as they supported us over the years. 

Sophie Morris

Sponsorship Officer 2014/2015 (Outgoing)

Millwall Rugby Club

Matt Evans has taken over from Sophie this season 2015/2016 as Sponsorship Officer and can be contacted at mattevans@millwallrugby.com

Selection - Why you need to tell us your availability so early in the week

Our fixture secretary has a difficult job to do in making sure each team in the club has a match each week. But it's made more difficult for him and your team managers if you don't give your availability until late in the week.

Why?  

Because he has to give an indication to the league on a TUESDAY at 6pm whether or not we'll have enough players for a game that week.

Why?

So that pitches can be cancelled without penalty charges and league oppositions know whether we are playing.  If we confirm a game on a Tuesday and end up cancelling later in the week, then we have to waste your money on pitches we can't use and sometimes also on transport/catering etc.

What you need to do to help

So, if you know you definitely ARE, or definitely AREN'T available to play on a Saturday, please let us know on a MONDAY.  If there is a particular reason why you're a still a "maybe", it can sometimes help if you explain when you'll know for sure. Please don't be one of those people we have to phone up each week to ask.

What is the committee going to do about it?

Your team managers will start asking you after games and at Monday night training if you are available for the following week, which we think should help us avoid problems with fixtures.