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About this activity
Set up a short passing challenge in the garden or park. Children practise carrying, passing backwards, and aiming at safe targets while keeping the focus on teamwork rather than tackling.
Print & play
Download the Rugby Skills Scorecard sheet
A simple scorecard for passing, target toss, balance, and teamwork challenges.
View Rugby Skills ScorecardMaterials needed
- Soft rugby ball or foam ball
- Cones or jumpers
- Bucket or target
- Rugby World Cup scorecard
Preparation time
5 minutes
How to play
- 1Mark a start line and two safe target zones with cones.
- 2Practise carrying the ball, then passing backwards to a partner.
- 3Take turns reaching the target in as few passes as possible.
- 4Celebrate teamwork and accurate passes rather than speed.
Learning benefits
TeamworkCoordinationTurn-takingConfidence
Best for
Tags
rugbyWorld Cupactiveoutdoorsportage-5
Seasons
autumn
Occasions
World Cupweekendschool holiday
Key stages
EYFSKS1KS2
Weather
SunnyCloudyDry
SEN-friendly note
This activity can be adapted with fewer steps, visual prompts, quieter pacing, or a clear start and finish point. Offer choices and adjust sensory input to suit the child.
Safety note
Adult supervision is recommended. Adapt the activity based on your child's age, ability, and environment.
