Intro to Rugby

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Intro to Rugby - Recommended Ages 4-7 Coed

This program a 4 week series practicing 2x per week building towards a small sided ultimate rugby style game at the end to test the skills we developed. The Key focus areas of this program are:

  • Develop Athleticism: Running, Jumping, Catching, Throwing, Kicking

  • Develop Spatial Awareness: Scanning and moving to space

  • Introduce contact using tackle pads and dummies (no player on player contact)

INCLUDED WITH EVERY REGISTRATION:

  • Free rugby ball

  • Free Training Tech T-Shirt

Intro to Rugby Coaches

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Coach Christian Cram

Coach Christian Cram has been involved in Rugby for almost 40 years beginning at the International School (ISK) in Nairobi, Kenya.  He went on to play at the University of Alabama and was selected to the 1994 United States Rugby All-American team and continues to play for high profile men’s clubs, all-star teams and social sides from coast to coast. 

Coach Cram founded the Golden Eagles almost a decade ago as a vehicle to grow the sport in Atlanta.  He strongly believes that there is a position in rugby for everyone and enjoys coaching kids new to the sport with a focus on teamwork, integrity, discipline, and commitment. 

Coach Cram recently completed a successful term as President of Georgia Rugby under USA Rugby Youth & High School.

USA Rugby Level 1 Certified

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Coach Luke Weniger

Coach Luke comes from an elite swimming background starting in Rochester, NY setting several school and state records.  He continued his career at Auburn University where he trained under multiple Olympic coaches winning several NCAA and SEC Championship Titles.

Luke has transformed his success in swimming into developing athletes of all ages in a variety of sports; Swimming (22 yrs), Triathlon (15 yrs), Soccer (7 yrs), and Rugby (2 yrs).  He is now in his second season coaching the U8 and U10 Golden Eagle Rugby teams.

USA Rugby Level 1 Coach Certified

USA Rugby Level 1 Referee Certified

Upcoming Intro to Rugby Events

  • Intro to Rugby Fall Series - 13 October 2026 to 12 November 2026

    • Meeting Tues+Thurs 6-6:45pm at Ridgeview Middle School

    • Registration opens July 1st

  • Intro to Rugby New Years Series - February 2027