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Give It A Go: Rugby League with CURL

Never played rugby league? That's exactly who this session is for.

Cardiff University Rugby League (CURL) is opening the doors for a free, no-pressure taster session — and you don't need a single minute of experience to join in. Union player fancying something faster? Complete beginner who's never touched a ball? Someone who just wants a run around and a laugh? You'll fit right in.

Rugby league is 13-a-side, quick, and simple to pick up: fewer rules, more space, more ball in hand. We'll take you through the basics — the play-the-ball, defensive lines, and how to actually score — then get you into some fun games so you're playing properly within the hour. It's touch/tag based throughout, so there's no contact unless you continue with us down the line.

As one of the newest and fastest-growing clubs on campus, we're built almost entirely on people who turned up to their first session knowing nobody. You'll leave knowing the squad — and the social afterwards is very much part of the deal.

What to bring: trainers or boots, sportswear, and a water bottle. We'll provide everything else.

And we must be doing something right — CURL was named Most Improved Club of the Year 2024/25 at the Cardiff University AU Awards. We've gone from a handful of founders to a proper club in a few short years, and this session is how most of our squad started. Come and be part of the next step.

Questions? Message us on Instagram [@CURugbyLeague]