Attica Rugby Club Training

JOIN ATTICA RUGBY CLUB

COME TO A FREE TRIAL TRAINING โ€” ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS WELCOME

From complete beginners to seasoned players, there is a place for you in Athens’ most welcoming rugby community. No prior rugby experience required!

๐Ÿ‰ All Levels Welcome

Never touched a rugby ball? No worries! Our certified coaches teach core ball handling, safety, and positioning from day one.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safe & Supervised

Safety and sportsmanship are our top priorities. All contact skills are introduced with progressive, certified coaching techniques.

๐ŸŒ International Community

Join players, coaches, and families from over 15 nations. We communicate trilingually in English, Greek, and French!

๐Ÿ“… WEEKLY TRAINING SCHEDULE

Permanent weekly training sessions held at our official home ground in Glyka Nera.

Squad / TeamTraining DaysTimeFocus / Level
Youth Academy (U6 โ€“ U18)Wednesdays18:30 โ€“ 19:30 (6:30 PM)Skills & Fundamental Play
Youth Academy (U6 โ€“ U18)Saturdays17:00 โ€“ 19:00Age-Grade Development & Fun
Senior Men’s XV (1st Team)Wednesdays20:00 โ€“ 22:00 (8:00 PM)Tactical, Skills & Conditioning
Senior Men’s XV (1st Team)Saturdays18:00 โ€“ 20:00Match Strategy & Team Run
Les RUBieS & Rugby ร  5SaturdaysWeekly SessionNon-Contact Touch & Rugby Santรฉ (Currently Saturdays)
Veterans & Social RugbySaturdays18:00 โ€“ 19:00Touch & Social Play (Wednesdays join 1st Team at 20:00)

๐Ÿ’ก Pitch Schedule Notice: Wednesday stadium sessions are reserved exclusively for the Youth Academy (6:30 โ€“ 7:30 PM) and the First Team (8:00 PM). Rugby ร  5 (Touch / Rubies) and social sessions currently take place every Saturday.

๐Ÿ“ฒ STEP ONTO THE PITCH โ€” REGISTER ON SPOND

Attica Rugby Club uses the Spond club platform for all training attendance, match RSVPs, and player notifications. Join your squad group below:

๐Ÿ‰ Senior Men’s XV (18+)

Greek Championship squad, friendly fixtures, touch rugby & international tours.

๐Ÿ‰ Youth Academy (U6 โ€“ U18)

Age-grade rugby for boys and girls. Safe development, certified coaching & tournaments.

๐ŸŽ’ WHAT TO BRING TO TRAINING

Here is your essential checklist for your first trial session:

๐Ÿ‰ Essential Kit

  • Cleats / Boots: Moulded plastic studs or firm ground boots (running shoes are fine for your first trial).
  • Mouthguard (Gumshield): Strongly recommended for all contact drills and match play.
  • Sports Apparel: Durable athletic shorts and breathable jersey or t-shirt.
  • Water Bottle: Stay hydrated throughout the training session.

๐Ÿšฟ Post-Training & Pitch Rules

  • Dry Towel & Change of Clothes: For comfortable changing after training.
  • Warm Layer: Hoodie or tracksuit top for post-training cooling down.
  • No Jewellery Rule: Watches, rings, chains, and piercings must be removed prior to entering the pitch.
  • Be Booted & Ready: Arrive 15 minutes before session time for warm-ups.

๐Ÿ“ PITCH LOCATION & DIRECTIONS

Our home training and match facility is located at the Municipal Stadium of Glyka Nera (ฮ”ฮทฮผฮฟฯ„ฮนฮบฯŒ ฮ“ฮฎฯ€ฮตฮดฮฟ ฮ“ฮปฯ…ฮบฯŽฮฝ ฮฮตฯฯŽฮฝ).

Getting to the Pitch

Diadochou Pavlou 9, Glika Nera 153 54, Athens, Greece (GPS: 37.994483, 23.842810)
Driving & Parking: Quick access via Marathonos Ave or Attiki Odos. Large free parking lot directly adjacent to the stadium entrance.
Public Transport: Bus Line 308 (from Nomismatokopio Metro / Agia Paraskevi) โ€” Stop: GEFYRAKI (5 min walk).
Car Sharing & Lifts: Need a lift? We coordinate rides from Central Athens, Glyfada/South, and Kifisia/North via our squad WhatsApp group.

๐Ÿ’ฌ HAVE QUESTIONS BEFORE COMING DOWN?

Want to chat with a coach or check which age group fits best? Contact our team directly via WhatsApp or Email โ€” we’re always happy to help newcomers get started.

๐Ÿป THE THIRD HALF โ€” AFTER RUGBY

Rugby is all about camaraderie. Join players and supporters for post-match food, drinks & live rugby viewing at our partner venue:

La Cave Athens - Club Partner

La Cave โ€” French Wine & Bistro

Authentic French food, fine wine, great atmosphere & live international rugby games on the big screen!

Keramikou 111, Athens 10435
@lacave.athens on Instagram
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