BCS Rugby creates an environment for athletes to develop both physically and mentally.

Providing opportunities to become leaders and independent thinkers whilst developing their technical and tactical understandings. Core skills are at the front of our development plan, our ‘Focus 4’ comprises of Catch Pass, Tackle Technique, Breakdown & Game sense. Our early morning sessions provide an excellent opportunity to work on these fundamentals of the game.

Key Features

• Bespoke Rugby Academy clothing
• Training session at Bath Rugby’s elite training facility, Farleigh House
• Gifted and talented, one to one development for pupils selected by the school.
• Timetabled training sessions, before and during school
• Strength and conditioning
• Fitness testing throughout the year to evaluate fitness and conditioning levels
• Physiotherapy and psychological support
• Individual goal setting and analysis
• Rugby trips

Working closely with Bath Rugby, where possible we try to replicate the principles of the Bath Rugby Academy to allow players to understand the ‘Bath Way’ and gain an understanding of how Bath Rugby want players to succeed in their pathway.

Entrance Criteria

As a minimum players must be able to perform at school rugby level with some previous experience desired:

• Club players
• Potential to play at county level

Meet the Coach

David Tomlinson - Head of Rugby

BSc |  PGCE | QTS | Dorset & Wiltshire CSU Committee Member

How to Join

For more information about the Rugby Academy, please contact the Head of Rugby, David Tomlinson. 

david.tomlinson@bcschool.co.uk