England Rugby Launches Next Phase Of Inner Warrior Campaign

06 Jan 2020 | tshego

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England Rugby has launched the next phase of its Inner Warrior campaign, designed to introduce women to contact rugby.

The free of charge Warrior Camps, held between 11th January and 9th February across the country, will offer women the chance to learn some of the sport’s skills and techniques as well as the chance to improve their fitness.

The RFU says the Inner Warrior campaign has already been responsible for encouraging more than 18,000 women to try their hand at rugby to date, and England Rugby will now support a number of key clubs across the UK in further developing the programme.

In a bid to grow the campaign, the number of free Warrior Camps will be increased at selected clubs, from one or two initial taster sessions to four or five, with all sessions run by an England Rugby Community Coach, who will be on hand to share expertise and ensure safety.

Sarah Hunter, England Red Rose Captain said: “It can often be daunting to try a new sport or get the motivation needed to go along to the gym for the first time. That’s why Warrior Camps are the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and as a result, you can have fun and get fit all at the same time! Warm-up activities, learning passing and catching skills, and fitness drills are combined to create these unique and exciting sessions.”

England Rugby has also introduced a new Inner Warrior Series for new and developing women’s teams, offering an opportunity for clubs to compete and continue to grow without committing to being a part of a league.

61 teams have signed up to be a part of the new series, with players being offered a flexible approach to competing, from different formats, to different times and locations.

Steve Grainger, Rugby Development Director at the RFU said: “England Rugby’s Inner Warrior programme is providing women and girls across the country with a chance to come and give the sport a go for free. This gives an opportunity for women to get fit and have some fun, playing rugby under the guidance of our expert Community Coaches, without it costing a penny.”