Welcome to North Bristol RFC Minis NBRFC Minis is a well administered, growing and becoming more successful as the children progress. We have a commitment to good fun and good rugby provided in a friendly, family orientated environment. We fully endorse the RFUs philosophy of fun first results second. The success of the club is its inclusiveness and its warm, welcoming and friendly atmosphere . Mini rugby is a specially designed approach to rugby that introduces boys and girls to the key aspects of the game in a structured and safe manner. Children play in groups from U7 to U12, gaining new skills and a wider appreciation of the game as they progress from age group to age group. Most importantly however, children learn about the camaraderie and the philosophy of rugby, making new friends from a wide range of schools, backgrounds and cultures. If your child is in Reception and can understand and take instruction then they will be offered a place within the Unicorns. Our training staff are committed, enthusiastic and have a well-developed understanding of the needs of children and how is best to communicate to them. Each member has been fully vetted by the Police Criminal Records Bureau and are fully committed to Child Protection. Training takes place on Sunday mornings at Oaklands with players expected to arrive at 10:30 for a 10:45 start for either a fully structured training session or a pre arranged fixture against another club. Each session finishes at approximately 12:15 pm. Alternatively, turn up at Oaklands on a Sunday morning when we're at home and see for yourself. Kit: Boots: Football boots are perfectly adequate for Mini Rugby, in fact you'd be hard pushed to find Rugby boots for this age group. There are two simple request here which are, please no Blade Studs & please don't spend over £25.00 on a pair of boots. Up until October time when the ground is still firm you will find trainers are adequate. The Rugby Club also holds a wide range of training kit with the club logo, which can be purchased, in the Club House. Club House: Please feel free to use the Club House after training and get to know the other parents. There is a snack bar run by the Junior Section where you can buy tea, coffee, chips, burgers, bacon butties etc. and of course a bar for the Mums and Dads. The Kitchen is staffed by volunteers, and would welcome any offers of help. All the kitchen profit goes to the Junior Section. Safety: The RFU Continuum strongly advises that your child wears a gum shield - At time of print these are available from Asda at Patchway for 98p. When your child starts to play contact rugby then a gum shield becomes compulsory