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The first 'post lockdown' Society training session took place on the evening of Monday 22nd June, led by George Richardson. A gentle 15 miles, through the Leicestershire countryside. To take part in future weeks, contact George directly 

Now that we have been given the go-ahead to restart outdoor training on a limited basis, we encourage members to join us for fitness and social sessions being held by LSRUR across the county. We are looking to run some short, simple sessions for small groups followed by a chat and catch-up. These will be in several county wide locations so that they are accessible to as many members as possible

PLEASE NOTE:
We will be limiting numbers to 6 per session, with suitable social distancing measures, following the RFU/World Rugby Covid return to play guidance.
IT IS THEREFORE VITAL YOU CONTACT THE SESSION ORGANISER IN ADVANCE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE ON THE SESSION
There will be no shower/changing facilities at any of the venues and please bring your own water bottle.

 

The following sessions are already organised. More will follow so watch this space and your inbox for details. 

 

North Leicestershire: Sessions led by George Richardson
If you would like to attend please contact George Richardson on 07897818631 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mondays: Cycling - 18:30 to 20:00
Dates: 22nd, 29th June & 6th July 
Venue: Leicestershire Rugby Offices, 47 Highmeres Road, Thurmaston, Troon way Industrial Estate, LE4 9LZ.
There is parking available or you can cycle for the meet time if you are very keen. 
There will be a different 90 minute route every week.
Bring your own bike 

Wednesdays: HIIT Training- 19:00 to 19:45
Dates: 24th June, 1st & 8th July 
Venue: Sileby Town Rugby Club, Platts Lane, Cossington, Leicester LE7 4UY. There is parking available on site.
This will be a 40 minutes session including warm up and dynamic stretching, 20 mins of HITT exercise, cool down and stretch. These will be open for all fitness levels. Exercises will be body weight, with modifications where required. If anyone wants to bring their own equipment to utilise, then please feel free.

Sundays: Running Club- 10:00 to 11:00
Dates: 27th June, 4th & 11th July 
Venue: Sileby Town Rugby Club, Platts Lane, Cossington, Leicester LE7 4UY. There is parking available on site.
This will include 5km runs and vital practise for the bronco test.
All fitness levels welcome. 

North East Leicester: Sessions led by Greg Garner
If you would like to attend please contact Greg Garner directly on 07704 909477 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Mondays: 19:00 to 19:45
22nd, 29th June & 6th July

Wednesdays: 12:00 to 12:45
24th June, 1st & 8th July

Saturdays: 10:00 to 11:00
27th June, 4th & 11th July

40 minutes sessions warm up and dynamic stretching, 20 mins of HITT exercise, cool down and stretch.
These will be open for all fitness levels.Exercises will be body weight, with modifications where required. If anyone wants to bring their own equipment to utilise, then please feel free.

There will be no shower/changing facilities and please bring your own water bottle.

 Venue: Anstey RFC pitch, Link Road, Anstey. (Please note, DO NOT enter the Martin High School grounds for any reason). 
Parking is on street, access to the pitch should be made via the pathway to the right of the Martin High school, or via the style next to No 16 Holgate Close (See attached pictures)

 

 

North East Leicester: Sessions led by Mark Elliot
If you would like to attend please contact Mark Elliot directly on 07960 495766‬ or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Tuesday 23rd June: Evening (contact Mark for times) 
Venue: Nanpantan Sports Ground, 109 Nanpantan Rd, Loughborough LE11 3GG
Light Fitness Session. 

South/East Leicestershire: Sessions led by Tom Brucciani

Details to follow 

East Leicestershire: Sessions led by Andrew Forsythe

Venue: Hinckley RFC
Details to follow 

 

Last week the Society hosted a 'virtual' members meeting, with a series of Zoom meeting, over four evenings, with a total of 58 members attending over the week. It was really good to catch up with everybody and the meetings were a great success. We will definitely repeat the exercise later in the Summer.

RFU headlines June 4th
Return to Community Rugby Roadmap
We have today published our roadmap for a return to community rugby activity. This roadmap consists of six stages, Stage A relating to individual training with one other person, moving through to Stage F when there can be a return to competitive matches against other teams. We are currently at Stage B following the government’s announcement of Thursday 28 May.

A roadmap infographic and more detailed guidance has been produced to clarify the six stages of the roadmap.

Timescales to allow progression between stages will be carefully managed and will be determined by medical and government advice. We will issue regular updates, along with detailed guidance, as each progression takes place.

Bill Sweeney, Chief Executive Officer at the RFU, comments:

"A great amount of work has been undertaken since rugby was suspended in March to align the various stages of social distancing announced by the government, with our decision making focused on the best interests of players, volunteers and clubs."

"When considering the roadmap for a return to community rugby, we were aware that some clubs wanted to get back quicker than others as a major concern of clubs is to retain their players and preserve their revenue streams. We also recognise that other sports may return quicker in England and that rugby may return quicker in other countries. However, we will stay focused on what is right for rugby in England. Whilst we are keen to have rugby being played and members returning to their clubs, we need to be cautious and will therefore only move from one stage to another when guidance and advice says that it is safe to do so."

"There are many implications of a staged return to play, including the impact on the competitive programme, rugby activity in clubs, schools, colleges and universities and also the use of clubhouses and indoor facilities. We remain committed to addressing these challenges in the run up to the 20/21 season."

The roadmap focuses on a return to community rugby activity and not the reopening of clubhouses. As these are indoor spaces, they will be subject to separate government advice and guidance. In parallel, we will continue to develop advice and guidance on when and how clubhouses may reopen. The current position is that clubs are able to open indoor facilities only to allow access through the building to pitches, access to toilets and a facility (should appropriate licenses be held) for the serving of takeaway food and drinks.

All RFU Regulations must still be adhered to, including Regulation 15. This means that during the present "out of season" period all age grades can do non-contact training but if they choose to do so, it must be is in line with our latest guidance. For more information please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

We also want to reassure clubs that normal RFU insurance cover is in place subject to the adherence to regulations and our latest Covid-19 guidance.
 
 
 
Other important matters
Webinars & Podcasts
Coach & Referee Training - Tuesday 9 June at 7pm
Wayne Barnes and Matthew Carley, who are both RFU referees, will discuss Refereeing the Scrum. Click below to register.
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Coach & Referee Training - Thursday 11 June at 7pm
Ian Peel, Saracens forwards coach and former England U20 head coach and full international scrum coach, will discuss coaching the front row. Click below to register.
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