- Age Grades U13, U15, U17, U19
JUNIOR RUGBY
New Players are always welcome!
REGISTRATION FOR 2025 IS OPEN!
U13 & U15 AGE GROUPS
Registrations are accepted at any point during the season!
U15 and U13 athletes train together but are divided to play games within their own age groups. The U13-U15 season begins in May and continues through to the end of September.
Training begins June 11th, and continues Wednasdays at 5pm, Saturdays at 10am at our home pitch, Sundance Park, 191 Sundance Road, Banff Alberta
There is no formal training for any age group with BBRC until June. Until then, enjoy training with the high school team!
SPRING 15’s GAMES **New for this year!** in order to participate in rugby games during May and June at the Calgary Rugby Union, our BBRC U13 and U15 athletes are teaming up with Chestermere Vikings, Airdrie Highlanders and Red Deer Titans. This partnership between our four clubs allows the development of all our junior programs, encouraging safety, skill development and fun. Without joining forces with these clubs we may not have an opportunity to play the traditional rugby 15’s format.
SEPTEMBER 7’s SERIES Our training continues through July and August, until the September when the Calgary Rugby Union organizes a series of 7’s Games each Saturday in September. Stay Tuned for more details about the game schedule.
U16 & U19 AGE GROUPS
Registrations are accepted at any point during the season!
U16 to U19 athletes train together but are divided to play games within their own age groups. The U16-U19 season begins in JUNE and continues through to the end of September.
Training begins June 11th, and continues Wednasdays at 5pm, Saturdays at 10am at our home pitch, Sundance Park, 191 Sundance Road, Banff Alberta
There is no formal training with BBRC until June. Due to Alberta Schools Athletics Association regulations, (page 61 of the ASAA handbook) Players can join their club team once their school season is over. Students are not allowed to play for both their school and club teams at the same time. Until then, enjoy training with the high school team!
SUMMER 15’s GAMES for U16 & U18**New for this year!** The CRU has designated the age grades of U16 & U18 for Summer 15’s rugby. In order to play rugby games in July and AUGUST our BBRC Juniors athletes are looking to team up with other clubs to allow for our players to experience playing 15’s. Partnerships like these allow the development of all our junior programs in our region, encouraging safety, skill development and fun. Without joining forces we may not have an opportunity to play the traditional rugby 15’s format.
SEPTEMBER 7’s SERIES for U17 & U19 Our training continues through July and August, until September when the Calgary Rugby Union organizes a series of 7’s Games each Saturday in September. Stay Tuned for more details about the game schedule.
If your athlete enjoys rugby during the school season and wants to keep playing, joining BBRC is the next step!
Although we work closely together and are complementary programs, school rugby & Banff Bears Rugby Club are different programs.
🎯 What’s the difference?
High school rugby runs for a short season in the spring (usually March to early June), and players represent their school teams. It’s a great way to introduce kids to the sport and build school spirit, but the season is only about 8-10 weeks long.
Club rugby generally happens after the school season, running from May to September. It’s a longer season with more practices, more games, promoting a deeper understanding, more skill development and higher level of competition.
🎯 Why This Works:
Clear Timeframe: high school and club seasons don’t overlap, to avoid overtraining, competitive advantage or academic conflict.
Encourages Passion & Progression: club rugby is where players can grow after trying rugby in school, building friendships, fostering a lifelong love for the game
Flexibility: With weekend games, and a longer training season, BBRC gives players more opportunities to develop while still pursuing other interests.
REQUIRED CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
Great Attitude
Weather-appropriate, durable athletic clothing (i.e. shorts, t-shirt, etc. Team training t-shirt supplied by BBRC is optional)
Rugby Boots (please ensure they are proper soccer or rugby cleats i.e. they must not have the extra toe cleat, points or sharp moulded blades)
Mouthguard
Water Bottle
Other: All jewelry should be removed or covered, and long hair should be tied back, sunscreen, bug spray
Training Day Prep:
Great Attitude
Weather Appropriate clothing to be outside all day
Club socks & shorts (included with registration; not required for practices)
Training Shirt (included with registration)
Jerseys (provided by BBRC for each game day - returned to coach at end of game)
Cleats (please ensure they are soccer or rugby cleats i.e. they must not have the extra toe cleat required for some other sports)
Mouthguard
Water Bottle
Other: All jewelry should be removed or covered, long hair tied back, sunscreen, bug spray
Lunch & Snacks
Game Day Prep:
