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Albion Youth Section

Welcome to Albion Youth

Welcome to Albion Youth Section, a thriving youth programme offering the thrill of rugby to boys and girls between 6–12 years of age. We are a vibrant and dynamic part of Plymouth Albion RFC.

Plymouth Albion Youth Section offers the opportunity for children to experience the thrill of rugby, learn new skills, and have fun in a supportive and friendly environment. Whether your child is new to the sport or looking to improve their game, our experienced coaches will be on hand.

Age Grades

  • Under 6/7s (Year 1 and 2)
  • Under 9s (Year 4)
  • Under 10s (Year 5)
  • Under 11s (Year 6)
  • Under 12 boys (Year 7)
  • Under 12 and 13 Girls (Years 7 & 8)

Our Ethos

We strive to provide a rugby environment that is inclusive, safe, and enjoyable with the following core values at heart:

  • Teamwork
  • Respect
  • Enjoyment
  • Discipline
  • Sportsmanship

We uphold a culture that is free from abuse, discrimination, and harm, and expect adults involved in our club to serve as role models, providing a positive experience.

Please see our Policies Section for our full Code of Conduct.

Contact Us

📧 Email: parfcyouth1@gmail.com

📞 Telephone: Mike – 07723 307252

🔗 Social Media:

Meet the Team

Committee Members

  • Youth Chair: Michael Suter (07723 307252)
  • Youth Vice Chair: Joe Bailey
  • Youth Honorary Secretary: Holly Nevin
  • Youth Honorary Treasurer: Kathy Fox
  • Youth Membership Secretary: Joe Bailey
  • Youth Safeguarding Officer: Janette Owen
  • Youth Fixtures Secretary: Paul Curtis
  • Youth Events Secretary: Natalie Travers
  • Youth Media Secretary: Gemma Burley
  • Youth Rugby Safe Secretary: Vacant 
  • Youth Coach Co-ordinator: Brian Stratford

Coaches

Under 6s 

Fanni Kavarri 

Stewert Chinnery 

Under 7s 

Richard Chandler 

Justin Bell 

Rachael Bell 

Under 9s 

Robert Hodnett 

Andre De Beer 

James Barnes 

Under 10s 

Joe Bailey 

Mike Nevin 

Lee Bond 

Bernard Louw 

Under 11s 

Mike Suter 

Ian Matthews 

Gordon Baillie 

Under 12 boys 

Andrew Robertson 

Lee Goodman 

Chris Edgecombe  

Brian Stratford 

Under 12 girls 

Andrew Robertson 

How to Join

Free Trial Session

We offer two free trial sessions for anyone interested in joining our youth section.

📩 In the first instance, please:

  • Email parfcyouth1@gmail.com
  • Call Mike on 07723 307252
  • Or reach out on one of our social media platforms

This allows us to invite you to a training session (and make sure we’re not away for fixtures).

📍 Training Times at Brickfields Recreation Ground

  • Fridays: 17:30 – 18:30
  • Sundays: 09:45 – 10:45

On your trial session, you’ll be invited to arrive a little early so one of our team can meet you and show you around. You’ll be introduced to the coaching team for your child’s age grade – and then the fun begins!

Before you leave, you’ll be given details to register and sign up to the club.

Registration and Membership

If your child would like to join our Youth Section after their trial sessions, we will ask you to:

  • Join our club on SPOND
  • Register with England Rugby Football Union (we’ll guide you through this)

🧾 Joining Fee Includes:

  • Albion Youth training top
  • Shorts
  • Wet top

📆 Membership Fees:

Annual membership fees are due at the start of the season. The amount will be decided at the AGM and communicated to members in advance.

💬 Sibling Discount: Please talk to us if you have more than one child joining.

🎟️ Bonus Benefit:

We are pleased to offer complimentary Plymouth Albion Seniors match tickets to each home game for parents as part of your membership.

🏉 Match Shirts: Provided for all fixtures.

Policies and Safeguarding

Please refer to our full documentation via our Google Drive link.

Safeguarding office – Janette Owen.

Email: parfcsafeguarding@gmail.com

Our Sponsors

We are incredibly grateful to our 2025 season sponsors:

Kit

Our kit is proudly provided by Kit World Plymouth.

🛒 Additional items available here:

👉 Plymouth Albion RFC Youth – Kitworld Ltd