60 children aged from 6-16 enjoyed a unique rugby experience at Dorchester Rugby club. 4 coaches (2 from New Zealand and 2 from Fiji) spent 5 days coaching the youngsters new skills, including passing, tackling and rucking. With the coaches all coming from the Southern Hemisphere this enabled the participants to learn new techniques which will hopefully inspire and influence them throughout their sporting lives.
The children also learnt about the history and significance of the New Zealand Maori Haka - (watch the video) which they performed in front of their families on the final day, along with the Fijian Cibi - watch the video
Chair of Dorchester RFC Junior Section, Andrew Smith said “ this has been a fantastic week for all those that have attended. All the players have worked hard but always with a smile on their faces. I am extremely grateful to Lead Coach Charlie Ihaka and Socious Sports for all their hard work and support which has helped to make this event such a success”. Plans are already underway for another camp during the summer of 2008.
The new season is about to start. Any child interested in playing or learning how to play rugby should contact Andrew Smith on 01305 261922. Alternatively turn up at the clubs ground, at the top of Coburg Road on a Sunday between 10 and 12.
