We don’t need to tell you how important rugby is to the Welsh way of life; it starts from a young age. Our nation’s commitment to nurturing young talent is evident in the numerous rugby camps available during the summer, which provide budding players with the perfect opportunity to develop their skills.
Summer Rugby Camps Across Wales
Wales offers a variety of summer rugby camps for players of all ages and skill levels, run by professional clubs, schools, and specialised organisations.
- Cardiff Rugby Summer Camps: These camps for ages 6-14 focus on skill development through fun activities at various locations, including Cardiff Arms Park.
- Dragons Rugby Skills Camps: Designed for ages 7-12, these camps offer skill development at multiple venues within the Dragons’ region.
- RGC (Rygbi Gogledd Cymru) Performance Summer Camps: These North Wales camps run weekly during the summer holidays, focusing on rugby skills and personal development for boys and girls.
Llandovery College: A Hub for Rugby Excellence
While Wales is home to many prestigious rugby camps, Llandovery College deserves special mention due to its historical significance and the calibre of players it has produced, many of whom have contributed significantly to rugby scores and results at the international level.
The school’s partnership with Thrive Sports Co to host a summer rugby residential camp provides an unparalleled opportunity for young players to train in a professional environment. Running from 12th to 16th August, this camp offers participants not only advanced coaching, but also a taste of what it takes to progress to the highest levels of the sport.
Legacy of Llandovery College
Llandovery College has an illustrious record of producing over 50 international rugby players who have significantly shaped Welsh rugby on the global stage. Here are some of its most distinguished:
- George North, known for his incredible speed and strength, has earned over 100 caps for Wales and has been a key player in multiple Six Nations Championships and British & Irish Lions tours.
- Josh Adams, another product of Llandovery, emerged as a prolific try-scorer, especially during the 2019 Rugby World Cup, where he finished as the tournament’s top try-scorer.
- Gareth Davies, renowned for his agility and sharp instincts as a scrum-half, has consistently delivered match-winning performances for Wales, particularly in the Six Nations.
- Alun Wyn Jones, perhaps the most iconic of them all, has captained Wales and the British & Irish Lions, becoming the world’s most-capped rugby player, and leading his team to numerous victories on the international stage.
Conclusion
Welsh rugby starts at school, and the opportunities provided by summer rugby camps across the country are instrumental in nurturing the next generation of rugby stars. Whether at Llandovery College or other renowned institutions and clubs, these camps offer young players the chance to develop their skills, gain valuable experience, and step onto the path towards donning the red jersey.
