Welcome to SouthSEND Rugby at Southend Rugby Club! 🏉

At Southend Rugby Club, we’re incredibly proud to support SouthSEND Rugby—our inclusive team for children aged 4 - 16 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We believe rugby isn’t just for some—it’s for everyone.

Meet the team

Here are a few shining stars from SouthSEND Rugby—having fun, mastering new skills, and building friendships along the way:

Why SouthSEND Rugby?

Sport is about more than exercise. It builds confidence, fosters friendship, and creates a sense of belonging. Yet children with SEND don’t always get equal chances to shine in team sports. That’s where SouthSEND Rugby steps in, offering fun, friendly, and specifically adapted rugby experiences just for them.

What Makes Us Unique?

• 🏅 Skilled, Caring Coaches
  Our highly experienced coaches work with parents and carers to meet the unique needs of each child. Our youth coaches are the jewel in our crown, supporting those that need a little extra encouragement.

• Flexible, Fun Play
  From playing at Wooden Spoon’s International  Tagfest competition,  to  sensory regulating inclusive rugby activities, everything is geared toward ensuring every player can join in and enjoy themselves.

• Celebrating Every Milestone
  Here, it’s not about winning, it’s about trying your best. Every kick, every pass, every smile is a victory worth celebrating!

More Than Rugby – It’s Community

SouthSEND Rugby isn’t just about playing—it’s about forming connections. Families support each other on the sideline, players cheer one another on, and everyone leaves with a sense of pride. For many, our sessions become a highlight of the week—a place that feels like home.