Community Rugby
There are three important facets to the development of the game in Essex
Our Volunteers
The people who organise and administer the game in our Clubs, Schools and our Colleges of Higher and further Education
Facilities
The improvement and maintancence of facilities at which our players, members and visitors can enjoy the game in a covivial environment.
Recreational Rugby
Fun and Enjoyment are important aspects fo the game which also has other variations in which players of all ages, sex and "Body Mass" can enjoy.
As we develop this site more information will be added.
Club Development
Club Development is a key priority to improve the health of the community game. Sustainable Rugby Clubs need enough participants (both on and off the field) as well as an effective club structure, good facilities and relevant competitions for all.
Rugby Clubs have different development priorities based on their circumstances and goals. To help prioritise possible areas for development, the responses you gave to 14 of the most important questions from the 2004 Club Questionnnaire have been highlighted below.
If a green circle is shown, the club's response is consistent with current good practice. Development in that area may not be necessary, although the club may wish to allocate resources to maintain or improve.
Where a red circle is shown, the club may want to consider developing that area. Development will depend on the clubs' circumstances, aspirations and resources. Links are given to additional information which could help your club provide a better service and facilities for your members, while ensuring that it is a safe, effective and child friendly environment.
1.2h Does your Club have a Club Development Plan?
2.1i Does your Club have a written player recruitment plan?
2.2i Does your Club have a written player recruitment plan for U13-U18 players?
4.1b In your opinion, does your Club have adequate changing facilities for the number of participants involved?
5.2a Does your Club have a written Coach Development Plan?
5.2h Does your club have a Coaching Co-ordintator?
5.3a Please select the following organisations/individuals that your Club has active and close working formal links with.
5.5b Does your Club have written terms of reference for all voluntary roles?
Volunteers need to know what you want them to do. Terms of reference help them understand what they are taking on without being overly prescriptive. Try to make them sound 'fun' ... everyone wants to have fun! Some generic examples for your club to adapt or create your own:
Child Welfare Officer [PDF - 290kb]
Fixtures Secretary [PDF - 290kb]
Press Officer/Media Liaison [PDF - 290kb]
Secretary [PDF - 290kb]
Sponsorship Officer [PDF - 290kb]
Treasurer/Financial Manager [PDF - 290kb]
5.5i Does your Club have someone responsible for your volunteers?
A Volunteer Co-ordinator [PDF - 290kb] provides a focal point for volunteering within the club. They facilitate the recruitment, retention, recognition and reward of volunteers within the club.
6.1i Does your Club, have in place, accident and emergency procedures?
7.1b Does your Club follow the `RFU policy and procedures for the welfare of young players' policy?
7.1e How many officials at your Club have attended training covering child protection and welfare of young people?
7.1g Have all the people at your club who have responsibility for supervision of people under 18 years of age undertaken a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) disclosure via the RFU or local authority?
7.2c What Equity Policy does your Club follow?
The RFU/RFUW aims to ensure that all people irrespective of their age, gender, ability, race,religion, ethnic origin, creed, colour, nationality, social status or sexual orientation have a genuine and equal opportunity to participate in rugby union at all levels and in all roles. For more detail read the RFU Equity Policy [PDF - 109k]
An Equity Policy Statement [Word - 80kb] is provided for your club to develop its own policy.
We hope this information will help you successfully develop your club.
A free download of Adobe Acrobat Reader is available here. This will allow you to download and read the PDFs on this site.
If you would like assistance with club development, please contact your Constituent Body or local Rugby Development Officer.
If you have any comments or queries about this webpage, please contact Activity Forum .
DISCLAIMER: The information given on this page is for guidance only. The 'green' or 'red' circle has been allocated automatically based on the clubs own response to the 2004 club questionnaire. Club development is at the discretion of the club officers.
