Rugby Union
Rugby union is a contact sport where aim is to use the ball to score more points than the other team.
An Overview of Rugby Union
You can run with the ball, kick it and pass it, but passing the ball forwards is not allowed.
There are several ways to score points.
- A try - five points are awarded for touching the ball down in your opponent's goal area.
- A conversion - two points are added for a successful kick through the goalposts after a try
- A goal kick - three points are awarded for a penalty kick or drop goal through the posts
Active Glasgow East Community Sport Hub
East End
National Governing Bodies
Hillhead Jordanhill RFC
Men & Women Rugby, from Minis to Veterans.
The Hills are focused on providing opportunity, challenge and support to develop and grow in Rugby. HJRFC runs 4 senior teams and a large juniors setup.
Hillhead Sports Club
Hillhead Sports Club has been a multi-sport and social club at Hughenden since 1924. Today, with a Fitness Club and a restaurant, we serve the people of Glasgow and surrounding areas, as a Community Sport Hub.
Cartha Lightning Touch Rugby Club
Touch Rugby Club based at Cartha Queen’s Park Rugby Club. Open to people of all abilities who are looking to get fit, have fun and make new friends
Glasgow Centurions Touch Club
One of Glasgow’s biggest touch clubs, based in the West End at the home of touch, Victoria Park. We started in 2014 with a few keen amateurs in Bearsden, near the Antonine Wall, hence our Roman connection!
Glasgow East Juniors RFC
Glasgow East Juniors is a RugbyClub based at Barrachnie Park in Baillieston It is the only rugby club in the east end of Glasgow. The club aims to develop the enjoyment ,skills and fitness levels associated with rugby union at Primary school level.
Glasgow Accies Rugby Club
We are a 150 year old rugby club with a proud history and as an open club, our aims and values are to enjoy our sport both on and off the pitch. We welcome new members and their families. Our coaching and facilties are of the highest standard.
Hyndland RFC
Welcome to the friendliest rugby team in Glasgow’s West End! Hyndland RFC train and play at Scotstoun Stadium, Glasgow.
Glasgow Panthers Wheelchair Rugby
Wheelchair Rugby club providing opportunities for able and non-able bodied participants to get involved training at Easterhouse Sport Centre. Participants start from ages 8 years onward. The club provide opportunities to play in the UK with a link to the
Active Glasgow East
Active Glasgow East serving the areas of: Baillieston, Garrowhill and Mount Vernon by working with a range of clubs and community organisations.
Junior Rugby Sessions
Mixed rugby sessions provided by coaches who are all SRU accredited. The junior section caters for all children, boys and girls from age 5 (primary 1) to age 11 (Primary 7).During the season, the sessions run every;Wednesday night at the club from 6pm to 7pm and: Sunday afternoon from 12 noon to 1pm.All welcome to come along and give it a try!
Junior Rugby Sessions
The children are split into the different age grades to maximise their learning opportunities and ensure they have fun while developing new skills. Rugby is very much a family oriented sport and Glasgow East Juniors coaches focus on person centred approaches to support each child's progression and journey within rugby. Parents and carers are also very welcome to support us in any way they feel comfortable and help us create a truly community focused family friendly and inclusive club that's supports all who attend.
