We have a great program run by former players with a proven track record of competitive play, skill development and teambuilding. Though rugby is an evasion sport, learning how to prepare yourself for contact as a ball carrier or tackler is a big safety and skill focus. Fitness plays a key role in our success as we strive to excel at all levels of the game. Whether you are new to rugby or a player moving up to a different age group, we will find a position for you.

“We are the Bays and we have a passion for rugby. ”

For more information on the youth programme, please connect with any of the following email addresses, or use the “contact us” link below. Please note that these accounts are monitored by volunteers and it may take us a couple days to respond. We look forward to connecting with you!

Minis specific info: minirugby@jbaa.ca

Junior specific info: juniorrugby@jbaaa.ca

General Youth programme info: youthrugby@jbaa.ca

Junior Teams

The BC Rugby league play starts in September and ends in December. The focus for the spring session is on training which is coordinated around the school rugby season and for this reason there is no club league play from January to April.

Our teams look for opportunities for tournament and exhibition games in the late spring and early summer, after the school season has concluded.

Junior Boys

Players are grouped into the following age groups:

  • U14

  • U16

  • U18

Schedule:

  • Two mid-week practice in the early evening

  • Games are on Sundays

    • Home games are at MacDonald Park

Junior Girls

Players are grouped into the following age groups:

  • U14

  • U16

  • U18

Schedule:

  • Two mid-week practice in the early evening

  • Games are on Sundays

    • Home games are at MacDonald Park

Mighty Minis

Mini parents are always expressing their delight with an athletic program committed to fun, fitness and friendship. We make rugby FUN! It’s all about the smile.

Mini rugby is non-contact rugby.

Our Mighty Minis coaching staff include former Canadian International players and NCCP qualified coaches with small coach to player ratios. All of our coaches are Rugby Ready certified to ensure all of our players are physically fit to play and employ correct and safe techniques while playing. We do all of this to prevent, mitigate and manage injuries.

Jamborees are mini tournaments where we get together with other south island clubs and play fun games in a round robin style. Typically there are about 3 jamborees in the fall and another 3 in the spring. Schedules are announced late September and early February. U6 kids do not participate in Jamborees.

When we aren’t at a Jamboree, all sessions are at MacDonald Park in James Bay (205 Simcoe Street).

Schedule:

  • Sundays - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

    • U12s go till 11:30 and have 1 midweek practice

  • September to end of April with break for December and January

  • Sessions start September 15 2024

Players are grouped into the following age groups:

  • U12 - split by gender

  • U10 - mixed genders

  • U8 - mixed genders

  • U6 - mixed genders

Kids that are under 6 will not participate in the Jamborees. We require parents of kids in this age group to remain at Minis in case they are needed or get tuckered out before the session ends.

For more information on the youth programme, please connect with any of the following:

Minis specific info: minirugby@jbaa.ca

Junior specific info: juniorrugby@jbaaa.ca

General Youth programme info: youthrugby@jbaa.ca

We are always looking for parents that are willing to help out. Please contact us if you are interested in volunteering.