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Albion In The Community

 

Who We Are

We keep the heart of Albion beating beyond Brickfields. The Plymouth Albion Community team exists to bring the spirit of rugby to life across our city and surrounding areas.

Our mission is simple: to help people stay active, build meaningful connections, and discover a passion for sport. Whether in schools, local clubs, or community spaces, we’re here to make rugby accessible, enjoyable, and inspiring for everyone.

What We Do

From classrooms to community pitches, our team delivers a range of engaging, rugby-themed programmes designed to make a lasting difference.

  • In-school and after-school coaching
    Tailored, curriculum-based sessions that use rugby to teach teamwork, communication, and confidence.
  • Super Saturdays
    Fun, inclusive events at Brickfields where children of all ages can experience the Albion atmosphere.
  • Events and fundraisers
    Bringing our community together through sport, celebration, and shared purpose.

What We’ve Done

Our community work has taken us to schools, festivals, and family days across Devon and beyond.

Highlights include:

  • Super Saturdays at Brickfields
  • Hyde Park Haka school engagement day
  • Yelverton Rotary activities
  • Babcock Fun Day with staff and families

The Vospers Programme

Plymouth Albion and Vospers have teamed up to make a real difference in the community, launching an exciting initiative aimed at revitalising rugby in Plymouth’s primary schools.

By bringing professional coaching directly into PE lessons and after-school sessions, the programme is helping hundreds of children develop new skills, grow in confidence, and experience the values of rugby firsthand.

Making a Big Impact

Since its launch, the initiative has already delivered impressive results:

🏉 14 primary schools across the PL1 and PL2 areas are actively participating

👨‍🏫 Three dedicated community coaches are leading sessions every week

⏳ Over 90 coaching hours per month are being delivered

👦 More than 300 children are engaged in rugby training each week

 

Who We Are

Our Community Team brings a wealth of experience and passion for development both on and off the pitch.

With backgrounds spanning ERCA, ERRA, DOR, England Deaf Rugby, Devon PDG, and BUCS-level coaching, they bring professional expertise to every programme.

And they’re not alone. You’ll often spot familiar faces from the Plymouth Albion Men’s squad lending a hand, inspiring young players, and showing what it means to be part of the Albion community.

Who We Work With

We’re proud to work alongside a wide range of local partners who share our vision for an active, connected Plymouth.

From schools and community groups to local clubs, scouts, and guides, our collaborations help us reach even more people and create meaningful opportunities through sport.

We also work closely with businesses, charities, and local organisations that share our passion for making a difference — together, we’re building a stronger, healthier community with rugby at its heart.

Get in Touch

If you’d like to learn more, get involved, or explore partnership opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

📧 community@plymouthalbion.com