Welcome to the 2020/21 Mini rugby season.
In line with guidance from the IRFU, Ulster Rugby and the clubs COVID-19 health and safety plan there will be a few changes this year.

• COVID - Prior to attending any training session, a parent/guardian should complete the Return to rugby COVID-19 declaration form. This should be completed on the Thursday or Friday before a Saturday training session. No one can attend a training session or match without this completed.

• VOLUNTEERS - As with every other year we are always keen to recruit volunteers. Particularly this year with the difficulties surrounding COVID-19. If you feel you can offer support please fill out the Volunteer Form and someone will be in touch to discuss.

• MEMBERSHIP - For insurance purposes Mini players are required to become members of Larne RFC and parents/guardians are reminded that all players must be registered and a commitment to pay membership fees BEFORE training. The club Membership form and IRFU registration have moved online and can be completed here.

• FEES – As always, our annual membership fee is kept as low as possible (£50) and this will cover all the kids training for the season. We understand there is some uncertainty this year but would ask if you are able to pay this now please do so. Fees should be paid by the 30th September 2020 at the latest. Our preferred method this year is bank transfer and details are on the membership form.

• TRAINING – Please follow this guidance for training
o Arrive 5 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
o Check-in with the year group coach who will ensure a health declaration form has been completed.
o Parent/guardians should not congregate at pitch side. You are free to leave and return punctually at the end of the session, remain in your cars or take a walk around the outside of the pitches. Always maintain social distancing.
o Collect your child punctually at their finish time.

• NEW MEMBERS – New members are always welcome, please arrive at your child’s designated training time and make yourself known to one of the coaches. If you require more information or wish to discuss please contact the Mini Convener (Stephen Brownlees : 07824564065 : larnerfc.minis@gmail.com )

Start dates and session times through to December 2020