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Volunteering at Scouts is changing to help us reach more young people

Volunteering is changing to help us reach more young people

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England Rugby

We’re working with England Rugby to help young people develop important life skills through the power of rugby

Scouts and England Rugby are joining forces on an exciting new initiative aiming to teach young people important life skills. 

We're creating an exciting rugby programme that will be rolled out to the Scouting network, and you can get involved.  

The aim of the programme is to give more young people the opportunity to experience rugby in a variety of ways. Alongside this, with the Women’s Rugby World Cup heading to England next year, it's the perfect time to be getting involved in the sport of rugby. 

The programme will see several initiatives, including: 

Get stuck in with these activities

Check out these great rugby-inspired activities, co-designed with England Rugby.

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Scouts and England Rugby have a natural alignment of values – with both groups bringing people together, while bettering their communities and teaching important life skills to young people. 

Through the power of rugby, children can be taught important values such as teamwork, respect, enjoyment and discipline, which are easily transferrable to other walks of life.

Latest news

T1 Rugby has launched! It is the world’s first non-contact sport that fully reflects the characteristics of rugby union. This innovative format is designed to supercharge participation and engagement. 
 
‘A game for everyone, played by anyone', T1 Rugby emphasises fun, fitness and inclusion. It provides a welcoming and safe environment for people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
 
Whether you walk or run, T1 Rugby is adaptable to your needs. Endorsed by England Rugby as our chosen non-contact format, it is available in various settings including schools, colleges, universities, clubs and our community projects. 

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Interested in watching the highest level of rugby? Become a supporter of England Rugby, and follow the Senior Men’s Team, the Red Roses, or the age-group sides. 

Whether you’re keen to follow the team at Allianz Stadium, or one of the teams’ fixtures on the road, or even from the comfort of your own home, make sure to sign up to keep up to date with all the latest news from England Rugby.

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Watch England in the Autumn Nations Series 2024

Here’s your last chance to watch the England senior men’s side in action in 2024 as they take on Japan at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on Sunday 24 November.

Be there as Steve Borthwick and his squad round out their series against the Cherry Blossoms, with tickets starting at just £49 for adults and £15 for juniors!

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