FINCHLEY RFC

Welcome to Finchley RFC Under 8s

The Under 8s is an exciting year in the minis section and often where players really begin to grow in confidence, teamwork and understanding of the game.

We continue to play tag rugby, with a strong focus on fun, skill development and making rugby enjoyable for every child. Sessions are energetic, inclusive and designed to help players improve while building friendships and confidence.

As the oldest tag rugby age group before contact rugby begins at Under 9s, we also start introducing children to some of the movement, balance and physical confidence skills that help prepare them for the next stage of their rugby journey.

What We Focus On

At Under 8s, sessions include:

* Tag rugby games and match play
* Passing and support play
* Evasion and running skills
* Teamwork and communication
* Confidence in both attack and defence
* Spatial awareness and decision making
* Rugby values and sportsmanship

Alongside tag rugby, we also begin introducing fun, safe and carefully managed activities that develop:

* balance
* body control
* movement confidence
* safe falling techniques
* wrestling and grappling games

These activities are all age-appropriate and are designed to help children gradually build confidence and physical literacy ahead of Under 9s contact rugby.

Fun First, Development Always

Our priority is always that children enjoy their rugby.

We know children develop at different rates, so sessions are designed to support:

* complete beginners
* experienced players
* confident personalities
* quieter children still building confidence

Every player is encouraged, supported and challenged at their own level.

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## New Players Always Welcome

New players are welcome throughout the season, whether they have played rugby before or not.

Many children join rugby for the first time at Under 8 level, and we work hard to make both players and parents feel part of the club from day one.

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## Training Information

### Sundays

9:30am – 11:00am
Finchley RFC
Summers Lane, North Finchley, London

Please arrive slightly early for your first session so we can welcome you and introduce you to the coaching team.

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## What Does My Child Need?

Players should bring:

* Sports clothing suitable for the weather
* Rugby boots or trainers
* A drink bottle
* A gumshield (recommended)
* Plenty of energy and enthusiasm

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## One Club Community

Finchley RFC is proud of its strong family atmosphere and one-club culture.

Our minis section is built around:

* enjoyment
* friendship
* development
* teamwork
* respect

Many of our older players, coaches and volunteers began their rugby journey in the minis section, and Sunday mornings at Finchley are a huge part of club life.

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## Interested in Joining?

If your child would like to try rugby or you would like more information, please get in touch with the Under 8 coaching team below.

We would love to welcome you to Finchley RFC.