What is Rugby?

There are a few variations on the game of rugby;

Rugby Union

The most common one, often referred to as simply rugby.  It is a competitive outdoor contact sport, played with an oval ball, by two teams of 15 players.

The team lines up with numbers which correspond to their position. Numbers 1-8 are designated as forwards and 9-15 as backs.

Winning The Game

The object of the game is to score more points than the opposition. Points are accumulated through scoring a try (five points), a penalty (three points), a drop goal (three points) or conversion (two points).

Rugby League

Is also a competitive outdoor sport, played with an oval ball by two teams of 13 players.

There are also seven-a-side variant named rugby sevens which is played under modified laws

Where can I play Rugby in Swansea?

At your local Active Swansea Centre

Outdoor - at your local park or playing field

For more information on facilities at your local park or to book a pitch please telephone 01792 635411.

Rugby clubs in the community

Find a rugby club which is local to you - click on the following Ospreys logo to find out more about rugby clubs near you;

Further Information

If you would like to take part in Rugby but require further information please contact Andy Williams on 01792 635414 or email andrew.williams3@swansea.gov.uk