{"id":30814,"date":"2024-07-17T09:52:18","date_gmt":"2024-07-17T08:52:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mensfitness.co.uk\/?p=30814"},"modified":"2024-08-13T11:49:50","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T10:49:50","slug":"waterugby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mensfitness.co.uk\/features\/waterugby\/","title":{"rendered":"All you need to know about WateRugby"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The fun new sport is making a splash across the Channel. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A new form of rugby has been making waves in France. Conceived by Yann Delaigue, a former rugby pro, WateRugby is rugby, but not as you know it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Played on a floating platform with synthetic turf, WateRugby does away with try lines and posts; here, the water is the only limit. To score, players simply dive into the cool waters of the Garonne River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting Involved in WateRugby<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beauty of WateRugby lies in its inclusivity. Whether you’re a seasoned rugby player or new to the sport, there’s a place for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. For beginners:<\/strong> WateRugby offers introductory sessions for kids and adults alike, led by international players. These sessions, scheduled over the weekend, provide a safe and welcoming environment to get acquainted with the game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Student tournaments<\/strong>: The action kicks off with student tournaments, creating an opportunity for young athletes to blend competition and camaraderie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Corporate teams:<\/strong> By Friday, the platforms welcome corporate teams, each bolstered by a former international player, combining work team spirit with the fun challenge of WateRugby.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Amateur and mixed teams:<\/strong> The weekend provides ample opportunity for amateur players and mixed teams to hit the water, making WateRugby accessible to all levels of experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Wheelchair rugby:<\/strong> Embracing inclusivity, the event features wheelchair rugby exhibitions with adapted equipment, highlighting the sport\u2019s universal appeal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Toulouse hosted the premier WateRugby event in 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    For the sixth consecutive year, Toulouse, the ‘Ville Rose’ famed for its rich rugby culture, was the proud host of the Eden Park WateRugby. From 4-7 July, over 1,100 players descended upon the Port de la Daurade, located near the historic Capitole. This event marked the beginning of summer with four days of non-stop rugby action and festivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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