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Minis Rugby at Grove RFC – Ages 5–12

Mini Rugby for Kids in Grove, Wantage & South Oxfordshire


Looking for kids’ rugby near Wantage or Grove?

At Grove Rugby Football Club - a community r...

Minis Rugby (U6-U12)
Minis Rugby (U6-U12)
Minis Rugby (U6-U12)

About the team

Mini Rugby for Kids in Grove, Wantage & South Oxfordshire


Looking for kids’ rugby near Wantage or Grove?

At Grove Rugby Football Club - a community rugby club based in Grove near Wantage, Oxfordshire - our Minis Rugby programme is the perfect place for children aged 5–12 (Reception to Year 7) to begin their rugby journey in a safe, fun and family-friendly environment.


We welcome boys and girls from Grove, Wantage, Abingdon, Didcot, Harwell, Faringdon and surrounding villages across the Vale of White Horse, offering:

  • Non-contact tag rugby for U6–U8
  • Gradual, safe introduction to contact rugby from U9 upwards

Every Sunday session focuses on enjoyment, teamwork, confidence and skill development - the foundations of rugby for life.


Safe, Structured & Supportive Rugby

Our qualified, DBS-checked coaches follow the RFU Age Grade Rugby framework, ensuring sessions are age-appropriate, progressive and centred on player welfare.

Mini rugby at Grove RFC helps children:

  • Build confidence and resilience
  • Develop coordination and teamwork
  • Make lasting friendships
  • Progress into Junior Rugby and beyond

Grove RFC is proud to be one of South Oxfordshire’s most welcoming rugby clubs for families.


Why Parents Choose Grove RFC

“Four months of my son playing rugby at Grove and he's loved every minute of it! Our quiet and anxious boy has finally found his confidence thanks to this amazingly positive and supportive team and their coaches. The change in him has been remarkable and we can't wait to see where this rugby journey takes him.”


Is Mini Rugby Safe for Children?

Yes. Grove RFC follows full RFU Age Grade Rugby regulations, starting with tag rugby (no tackling) before gradually introducing safe and supported contact at older age groups. It is one of the safest and most enjoyable ways for children to stay active and learn teamwork in Wantage and South Oxfordshire.


Join Kids’ Rugby in Grove & Wantage

Searching for “kids rugby near me”? Grove RFC is your local family-friendly rugby club in Wantage.

Come along for a free Sunday morning taster session - no commitment required.

? Click here to join or register your interest


Find your child’s age group team page below for more details:

Under 6s
Under 7s
Under 8s
Under 9s
Under 10s
Under 11s
Under 12s


See our young players in action in the Minis photo gallery.

Team Sponsors

Official Kit Supplier - VX3
Match Programmes Sponsor - Revolution Sports Injuries Clinic
Ladies Shirt Sponsor - The Childrey Cellar
Festival Sponsor - McCarthy Marland