The minis are supported by Ste-Annes, Beaconsfield and other West Island Clubs. Our program follows the CRFU guidelines, which set out a phased introduction of the sport in keeping with children's natural development. This begins at 8 years old and progresses through to under 15 in the Minis and then on into the Youth age groups.

For the under 8 year olds, the game is essentially non-contact and concentrates on passing, running and developing an understanding of offside. As the children move up the age groups, new skills such as tackling and scrummaging are steadily introduced, as are extra numbers. By under 13 the game is 15-a-side and very similar to the adult game.

Throughout the emphasis is on enjoyment, skill development and safety, with the aim of instilling good technique and the teamwork that is the basis of successful rugby.