Play Junior Rugby with BMJRC 

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At Blue Mountains Junior Rugby Club, we welcome players from U5 through to U18. Rugby with BMJRC is more than just a game – it’s about building skills, confidence, and lifelong friendships in a safe and supportive environment.

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Minis Rugby (U5 – U9) Saturday Competition

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​​This is where it all begins! Minis rugby is designed to introduce children to the game in a fun, safe and active environment.

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• U5–U7 (Tri-Tag Rugby):
  Played with tags instead of tackling, this version focuses on running, passing, catching, and working as a team. Games are 5-a-side and short in duration to keep kids engaged and constantly moving.

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• U8–U9 (Intro to Tackle):
  Players are introduced to safe contact rugby, learning the basics of tackling, rucking, and scrummaging. Game sizes gradually increase (U8s play 7-a-side, U9s play 10-a-side) to ease children into the full game structure.

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The emphasis in Minis is on fun, participation, and skill-building, not on winning.

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Juniors Rugby (U10 – U12) Sunday Competition

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At this stage, the game starts to look more like rugby, but with rules tailored to ensure safety and development.

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• Played on smaller fields with slightly fewer players to maximise involvement.

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• More rugby elements are introduced, such as lineouts, scrums, and tackling techniques, but all in modified, age-appropriate forms.

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• Games are played on Sundays, and teams begin to represent BMJRC in Sydney Junior Rugby Union (SJRU) competitions.

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The focus is still on participation, skill growth, and enjoyment, while gently preparing players for the full game.

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Youth Rugby (U13 – U18 / Opens) Sunday Competition

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From U13 upwards, players play under the Australian U19 Law Variations, which are slightly modified from the World Rugby Laws to suit developing players.

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• Matches are played on full-size fields with full team numbers.

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• Scrums, lineouts, rucks, and mauls follow the global game structure, but with safety measures (e.g., limits on scrum pushes).

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• These age groups have opportunities for representative rugby at club, school, and regional levels.

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By U17–U18, players are essentially playing the adult version of rugby, with only minor law variations to protect developing bodies.

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Why Choose BMJRC?

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• A True Family Club – Where every player, parent, and volunteer belongs. We’re more than a team — we’re a community that celebrates every try, every smile, and every small win together.

• Safe, Structured Player Development – From first-time Tri-Tag players to confident U18s, every age group enjoys a clear, supportive pathway that builds skills, confidence, and love for the game.

• Passionate Coaches & Volunteers – Our accredited coaches and dedicated managers create a fun, positive environment focused on learning, respect, and teamwork — both on and off the field.

• Inclusive & Supportive Environment – Every child, regardless of size, experience, or ability, is encouraged to grow, play, and shine. We celebrate effort, improvement, and good sportsmanship above all.

• Strong Club Culture & Values – We proudly live by our core values:
  Teamwork | Fun | Sportsmanship | Respect
  These guide everything we do — from the first pass to the final whistle.

• Proudly Local, Deeply Connected – Based at Lapstone Oval in the heart of the Lower Blue Mountains, we’re proud to represent our community and share our passion for rugby with every family who joins us.