🏉 Rugby Fundamentals
Catching, passing, running, movement, coordination and teamwork.
Roslin • Midlothian
RoslinRugby Fundamentals
Fun, friendly rugby skills and fundamentals for children. A relaxed place to learn the basics, build confidence and enjoy being active.
LEARN • PLAY • GROW | No experience required | Boys & Girls welcome
Beginner friendly
No previous rugby experience is needed. Children can come along, have fun and learn at their own pace.
Skills first
Passing, catching, movement, coordination, handling and the fundamentals that help children progress.
Local pathway
The aim is to give children a positive introduction to rugby, with the option of progressing to local rugby clubs when they are ready.
About Me
Your Coach
Passionate about rugby and working with children
My name is Mark, and I have a real passion for rugby and for helping children develop through sport. I played rugby with a local club when I was younger, and that early experience gave me a lasting connection with the game.
I have worked with primary-aged children for around 7 years, giving me valuable experience in creating positive, engaging environments where children can learn, develop confidence and enjoy being active.
I also coach at a local rugby club, where I have gained practical coaching experience and continued to develop my knowledge through rugby coaching and additional rugby training.
I wanted to create Roslin Rugby Fundamentals because I believe every child should have the chance to experience rugby in a fun, welcoming environment — whether they have played before or are picking up a rugby ball for the very first time.
“I have a passion for rugby and would love to give children the opportunity to experience the enjoyment, confidence and friendships that the game can bring.”
Experience & safeguarding
- Around 7 years' experience working with primary-aged children
- Coaching experience at a local rugby club
- Additional rugby coaching and training
- PVG checked for working with children
- Focused on fun, inclusive and age-appropriate sessions
- Boys and girls welcome
- No previous rugby experience required
My aim
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals is about giving children the opportunity to learn, play and grow through rugby fundamentals — building skills, coordination, confidence and a love of being active.
It is not intended to replace local rugby clubs. For children who want to take their rugby further, I would be delighted to see the programme act as a positive pathway into local clubs when they are ready.
Sessions
The initial focus is on children's sessions, with the programme designed to grow as demand develops.
Current focus
Initial sessions are planned around children approximately ages 2–8, with groups adapted by age and ability.
Saturday
A regular weekend session is being considered as the main starting point.
Weekday
A weekday evening session may be added if there is enough local interest.
No experience required. The sessions are designed for beginners as well as children who already enjoy rugby. Boys and girls are welcome.
🌦️ Rain, shine, mud or puddles — we are getting stuck in!
Our rugby sessions are outdoors, so please come dressed for the Scottish weather. Warm layers, waterproofs and trainers that can handle a bit of mud are all part of the adventure! The wetter and muddier, the more fun we can have! 🏉🌧️
Our rugby sessions are outdoors, so please come dressed for the Scottish weather. Warm layers, waterproofs and trainers that can handle a bit of mud are all part of the adventure! The wetter and muddier, the more fun we can have! 🏉🌧️
Coming Soon
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals Clothing
We are exploring a small Roslin Rugby Fundamentals clothing range for children, parents and supporters. Take a look at the designs below and let us know what you would be interested in.
Kids Shorts
Comfortable black shorts for active kids, featuring the simplified golden Roslin lion and rugby ball design.
Kids T-Shirts & Hoodies
Forest/bottle green T-shirts and hoodies with Roslin Rugby Fundamentals branding, designed for young players to wear before, during or after sessions.
Adult Shorts
Black shorts for parents, coaches and supporters, featuring the Roslin Rugby Fundamentals golden lion design.
Adult T-Shirts & Hoodies
Forest/bottle green T-shirts and hoodies with Roslin Rugby Fundamentals branding for parents, coaches and supporters.
Winter Beanie Hats
Warm bottle-green beanie hats with subtle Roslin Rugby Fundamentals branding — perfect for keeping little rugby players, parents and supporters cosy before and after outdoor sessions.
Book a Session
Ready to give rugby a try? Fill in the form below and send your booking request. No experience required — boys and girls are welcome. 🏉
📅 4-WEEK BOOKING BLOCKS
Sessions are booked in 4-week blocks, giving children the chance to build their skills and confidence week by week.
💷 Total for a 4-week block: £28 per child
🎉 First session FREE!
New players can come along for their first session free before committing to a 4-week block.
Sessions are booked in 4-week blocks, giving children the chance to build their skills and confidence week by week.
💷 Total for a 4-week block: £28 per child
🎉 First session FREE!
New players can come along for their first session free before committing to a 4-week block.
Booking request
What happens next?
Once your request is received, I’ll check availability and get back to you with the session details and payment information.
Payment: Bank transfer is currently the preferred payment method. Payment details will be provided once your booking request has been checked.
🌦️ Outdoor rugby!
Sessions are outdoors, so please dress for the Scottish weather — warm layers, waterproofs and muddy trainers are all part of the adventure!
Sessions are outdoors, so please dress for the Scottish weather — warm layers, waterproofs and muddy trainers are all part of the adventure!
⭐ Why Choose Roslin Rugby Fundamentals?
Fun, friendly and age-appropriate rugby coaching designed to help children build skills and confidence.
😊 Confidence & Fun
A positive environment where children can learn at their own pace and enjoy being active.
👶 Age-Appropriate
Sessions are adapted to children's ages, experience and development.
📍 Local & Friendly
A community-focused activity for children and families in and around Roslin.
Timetable & Prices
All Roslin Rugby Fundamentals sessions are £7 per child for a one-hour session, for all age groups.
📅 4-WEEK BOOKING BLOCKS
Sessions are booked in 4-week blocks, giving children the chance to build their skills and confidence week by week.
💷 Total for a 4-week block: £28 per child
🎉 First session FREE!
New players can come along for their first session free before committing to a 4-week block.
Sessions are booked in 4-week blocks, giving children the chance to build their skills and confidence week by week.
💷 Total for a 4-week block: £28 per child
🎉 First session FREE!
New players can come along for their first session free before committing to a 4-week block.
Ages 2–4
8:30am – 9:30am
Price: £7 per child
If the class grows to more than 20 children, an additional session time may be added to help keep the class size manageable.
Ages 4–8
9:30am – 10:30am
Price: £7 per child
Session times may change depending on class sizes and demand.
Additional sessions and times may be introduced as Roslin Rugby Fundamentals grows.
Location
Roslin Park
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals sessions will take place at Roslin Park.
Further information about the exact meeting point and any session-day arrangements will be provided to parents when booking.
🎒 What to Bring
Keep it simple — children should arrive ready to move, play and have fun.
👕 Clothing
Comfortable sports clothing suitable for the weather.
👟 Footwear
Suitable trainers or other appropriate footwear for the playing surface.
💧 Water
A named water bottle.
🌧️ Weather Gear
A waterproof layer and warm clothing when needed.
Parents will receive any specific equipment requirements before their child's session. Please tell us about any relevant requirements on the registration form.
🌦️ Weather & Cancellations
Safety comes first. Outdoor sessions may need to change when conditions are unsuitable.
⚠️ Unsafe Conditions
Sessions may be changed, postponed or cancelled if weather, ground conditions or another safety issue makes participation unsafe.
📱 How We Will Tell You
If a session is changed, postponed or cancelled due to weather or another issue, registered parents will be notified by email using the contact details provided on their registration form.
🔁 Rearranged Sessions
Where possible, information about replacement sessions or other arrangements will be provided to affected families.
Parent Registration Form
Complete the form below to register your child and provide the information we need to keep them safe during sessions.
Safeguarding & Child Protection
The safety, wellbeing and enjoyment of every child attending Roslin Rugby Fundamentals is extremely important to us. We are committed to providing a positive, inclusive and supportive environment where children can enjoy learning rugby fundamentals.
Our Safeguarding Commitment
Children's welfare will always be a priority during our sessions. We aim to create an environment where every child is treated fairly, listened to and supported.
Any concerns about a child's safety or wellbeing will be taken seriously and dealt with appropriately.
Parents & Guardians Stay Pitch-Side
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals is not a drop-off activity. Parents and guardians are not expected to leave children at the session.
A parent or guardian must remain pitch-side for the full duration of the session and remain responsible for their child before, during and immediately after the session.
This means parents or guardians are available if their child needs reassurance, assistance, a toilet break or needs to leave the session for any reason.
Child Wellbeing & Protection Officer
If you have any concern about the safety or wellbeing of a child, please speak to the Child Wellbeing & Protection Officer as soon as possible.
Phone: 07539407167
Reporting a Concern
If you see or hear something that concerns you, please report it. You do not need to prove that something is wrong before raising a concern.
Concerns should be reported as soon as possible so that the appropriate action can be considered.
Emergency & Medical Information
Parents and guardians should provide accurate contact details, emergency contact information and details of any specific requirements when registering their child.
Parents and guardians should also tell us about any information that may affect their child's safe participation in a session.
Behaviour & Respect
We expect children, parents, guardians and coaches to treat one another with respect. Bullying, discrimination, threatening behaviour or inappropriate conduct will not be accepted.
We want every child to feel welcome, included and able to enjoy taking part regardless of their experience or ability.
Photography & Video
Photos or videos of children will only be used in line with the permissions provided by a parent or guardian.
Parents and guardians should speak to the coach if they have any concerns about photography, filming or the use of images at a session.
Social Media Policy
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals may use social media to share general information, session updates, news and, where appropriate permission has been provided, photographs or videos of activities.
Any images or videos of children used on social media will only be shared in line with the permissions provided by their parent or guardian.
Coaches will not use personal social media accounts to communicate privately with children. Communication about sessions should be with parents or guardians using appropriate contact details and channels.
We ask parents, guardians and supporters to be respectful when posting about Roslin Rugby Fundamentals. Please do not post inappropriate comments, personal information or images of other children where you do not have permission to do so.
If a parent or guardian has concerns about an image, post or social media content relating to their child, please contact us as soon as possible.
Safe Coaching Environment
Sessions are planned to be fun, age-appropriate and suitable for the children taking part. Children will be encouraged and supported, with activities adapted where reasonably possible to meet individual needs.
As parents and guardians remain pitch-side, they are available to support their own child if required during the session.
Important:
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals sessions are not a drop-off activity. A parent or guardian must remain pitch-side while their child is taking part. If you have a safeguarding or child wellbeing concern, please raise it as soon as possible.
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals sessions are not a drop-off activity. A parent or guardian must remain pitch-side while their child is taking part. If you have a safeguarding or child wellbeing concern, please raise it as soon as possible.
FAQs
Does my child need rugby experience?
No. No experience is required. The programme is designed to introduce children to the fundamentals in a friendly environment.
Are girls welcome?
Absolutely. Boys and girls are welcome.
Is this a rugby club?
No. Roslin Rugby Fundamentals is intended as an independent coaching programme focused on skills, confidence and enjoyment.
What age is it for?
The initial focus is around ages 2–8, but the branding is intentionally age-neutral so the programme can grow.
Where will sessions be?
The intention is to run local sessions in Roslin, subject to confirming the venue and permissions.
Can my child move on to a rugby club?
Yes. The programme can act as a positive introduction and pathway into local rugby clubs for children who want to progress.
Email: Roslinrugbyfundamentals@hotmail.com
Register Your Interest
The programme is currently being developed. If you'd like to hear when sessions open, get in touch.
Contact Roslin Rugby Fundamentals
Email:
Roslinrugbyfundamentals@hotmail.com
Phone:
07539407167
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals
Roslin • Midlothian
What We Teach
Our sessions introduce children to age-appropriate rugby fundamentals including running, catching, passing, coordination, agility, teamwork and confidence.
We believe children learn best through movement, games and simple rugby activities. Every session is designed to be fun, engaging and supportive, allowing each child to develop skills at their own pace.
Children will have the opportunity to develop fundamental movement and rugby skills such as running, changing direction, catching, passing and working with others. We want every child to feel included, supported and proud of their progress, whether they are trying rugby for the first time or already enjoy the game.
Our focus is simple:
- Running, balance and coordination
- Catching and passing
- Agility and changing direction
- Teamwork and listening skills
- Confidence and resilience
- Having fun and developing a love for the game
Privacy Notice
How Roslin Rugby Fundamentals collects, uses and protects personal information.
Privacy Notice
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals
Email: Roslinrugbyfundamentals@hotmail.com
Phone: 07593 407167
Last updated: 24 September 2026
This Privacy Notice explains how Roslin Rugby Fundamentals collects, uses, stores and protects personal information when you use this website, contact us, register your child or request a rugby session.
1. Who is responsible for your information?
Roslin Rugby Fundamentals is a sole-trader children's rugby coaching business. For data protection purposes, Roslin Rugby Fundamentals is responsible for the personal information collected through this website and in connection with its sessions.
2. What information do we collect?
Depending on what you use the website for, we may collect:
- Parent/carer name and contact details.
- Child's name and age.
- Emergency contact name, relationship and telephone number.
- Information about medical conditions, allergies, additional support needs or other requirements that you choose to provide for safe participation.
- Session or booking information and other information you include in a message.
- Photography/video permission where you choose to provide it.
Please only provide information that is relevant to your child's participation and safety.
3. Why do we use your information?
- To respond to enquiries and requests to register interest.
- To administer bookings and registrations.
- To communicate with parents/carers about sessions, changes, cancellations and practical arrangements.
- To help keep children safe during rugby activities, including by using relevant emergency, medical or support information provided by a parent/carer.
- To maintain appropriate business records.
- To use photographs or videos for promotional purposes only where the relevant parent/carer has given permission.
- To meet legal and regulatory requirements where applicable.
4. Lawful basis
We will identify and document an appropriate lawful basis under the UK GDPR for each relevant processing activity. Depending on the purpose, this may include processing necessary to provide or administer a requested service, compliance with a legal obligation, legitimate interests, or consent where consent is the appropriate basis.
Where we rely on consent, it will be kept separate from other matters where appropriate, and you can withdraw consent for that specific purpose.
5. Children's information
This website collects information about children because Roslin Rugby Fundamentals provides children's rugby coaching. Children's personal information receives particular care and is collected only to the extent reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this notice.
We ask parents or carers to provide the information needed to administer participation and help keep children safe.
6. Medical and health information
The registration form allows parents/carers to provide information such as medical conditions, allergies and additional support needs where relevant to safe participation. Some health information is special category data under data protection law, so it requires additional protection.
We will only use such information where it is necessary for the stated purpose and where the required UK GDPR lawful basis and additional condition for special category data have been identified.
7. Photography and video
Photography and video are treated separately from ordinary registration information. Permission is optional. Where permission is given, photographs or videos may be used for Roslin Rugby Fundamentals promotional purposes, including the website and social media.
You can withdraw photography/video permission by contacting Roslin Rugby Fundamentals. Withdrawal will apply to future use; it may not be possible to remove material that has already been printed or shared before withdrawal.
8. Website forms and FormSubmit
The booking, registration and interest forms on this website are submitted using FormSubmit, a third-party form service. Information entered into a form is transmitted to the email address used by Roslin Rugby Fundamentals to receive form submissions.
We do not ask you to provide unnecessary sensitive information through the forms. Please use the medical/support field only for information relevant to your child's safe participation.
You should also review FormSubmit's current privacy information because it is a separate service provider.
9. Who may receive your information?
Personal information may be accessible to Roslin Rugby Fundamentals and to service providers used to operate the website, email, forms and business administration where necessary.
We will not sell your personal information. We will only share information with other organisations where there is a legitimate reason to do so, where you have asked us to, or where the law requires or permits it.
10. How do we protect your information?
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, alteration or disclosure. Access to information is limited to what is needed for the business purposes described in this notice.
11. How long do we keep information?
We keep personal information only for as long as it is reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including any period needed for safeguarding, legal, insurance, accounting or record-keeping requirements. When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or disposed of.
12. Your data protection rights
Depending on the circumstances, you may have rights under data protection law including the right to:
- ask for access to the personal information we hold about you;
- ask us to correct inaccurate information;
- ask us to erase information where the legal requirements for erasure are met;
- ask us to restrict processing in certain circumstances;
- object to certain processing; and
- withdraw consent where we rely on consent.
To exercise a relevant right, contact Roslinrugbyfundamentals@hotmail.com.
13. Complaints
If you have a concern about how your personal information has been handled, please contact Roslin Rugby Fundamentals first so that the issue can be considered and resolved where possible.
You also have the right to complain to the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), which is the UK's independent data protection regulator. Information is available at ico.org.uk.
14. Changes to this notice
This notice may be updated from time to time to reflect changes to the website, services, data processing or legal requirements. The latest version will be published on this page.
Questions?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or the information held about you or your child, contact Roslin Rugby Fundamentals at Roslinrugbyfundamentals@hotmail.com.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or the information held about you or your child, contact Roslin Rugby Fundamentals at Roslinrugbyfundamentals@hotmail.com.
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