Men's Rugby Club

Welcome to Cardiff University RFC.

The Men's team currently run four teams that compete nationwide in the BUCS Leagues with the introduction of a fifth team for 2023/24, as well as two social teams competing in the Cardiff IMG league against other society rugby teams. The flagship of the Club is the 1XV who will once again compete in the BUCS Super Rugby league, having gained promotion in the 2017/18. The league will welcome the UK's most elite rugby teams to do battle at Llanrumney and Cardiff Arms Park, with a select of showcase games being broadcasted on national television through Freesports UK (Sky Ch 422, Virgin Media Ch 553, BT Ch 95, Talk Talk Ch 95, Freesat Ch 252 and Freeview Ch 95). 

Commitment to the rugby club can be tailored to meet an individuals academic or external rugby needs, with a range of opportunities for both playing and social members.

In 2023 the 1st XV also reached the BUCS Super Rugby semi finals for the first time in the clubs history, as well as beating welsh rivals Cardiff Met for the first time, and overcoming Swansea twice. However, the highlight of the rugby calendar is the Annual Welsh Varsity Match. For the 2023 Varsity, Cardiff Arms Park provided the stage for the boys to regain Varsity honours for the first time since the emphatic 78-7 2019 victory. Varsity is an incredible day for all club members. Other highlights include weekly socials which are not to be missed, organised away days to support our boys and a tour at the end of the year. 

To join the rugby club please message Chairman, Toby Peach (peacht1@cardiff.ac.uk), or Treasurer Tom Absalom (absalomt@cardiff.ac.uk) and express your interest. They will respond with all relevant information and upcoming dates of events.

By joining CURFC, a student will receive:

RUGBY

• Facilities - You will have unique access to all training facilities, including the brand new state of the art Strength and Conditioning facility which opened in September 2017.

• Coaching - The coaching set up is arguably the most advanced by any other club's standards, here at Cardiff University. Director of Rugby, Alan Flowers leads a team of experienced coaches, medical staff and strength and conditioning coaches, ensuring your rugby development continues throughout your studies. Alan is committed to the club as a whole, ensuring no one is left out, encompassing the club motto, "One Club".
• Fixtures - By joining CURFC, you will get regular rugby every Wednesday through BUCS fixtures. There are additional fixtures for Freshers at the weekend to ensure maximum development and game time. If you're already involved within a Saturday team, talk to us and we can manage the workload to suit you. 
• Stash - CURFC stash is exclusive to members of our club, it is not compulsory but it is highly recommended. For our 2023/24 season we have partnered with Macron, please visit Macron Store Cardiff's webiste for  more information.

LIFESTYLE

• Discounts - All members will receive significant discounts as part of their membership. These include reduced drink prices at our social venues, reduced cost of membership to the gym facilities and affordable nutritional supplements. We are continually working closely with many companies and businesses alike to give our members the best deals possible.

• Socials - Here at CURFC, we are firm advocates of enjoying ourselves on and off of the rugby pitch. We hold weekly socials following games on a Wednesday at our regular venue. We also hold annual Christmas meals and End of Season Dinner Awards ceremonies. The social calendar looks to be a busy one for the 2023/24 campaign.

Please follow us on all social media platforms, provided opposite, to stay up to date with all that is going on within Cardiff University Rugby Football Club.

Membership

• Men's Rugby Club Standard Membership£75.00
• Men's Rugby IMG Membership£50.00
• Men's Rugby Club Social Membership£30.00

Products

• Varsity Kit Package - 1st XV£100.00
• Varsity Kit Package - Freshers£100.00