Tag Rugby Basics
Tag Rugby
•Year 3
•8 Lessons
This unit introduces Year 3 students to tag rugby through a carefully structured progression that builds individual ball handling skills before developing tactical understanding and teamwork. The emphasis is on creating an inclusive environment where all students can experience success whilst learning the fundamental principles of invasion games through the unique challenges of rugby's oval ball and backward passing rules.
Lessons in This Unit
8 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How does the unique shape of a rugby ball change the way we throw, catch and play with it?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop ball handling skills demonstrating increasing control and accuracy
- • To understand how the shape of a rugby ball affects movement and handling
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we master throwing and catching to keep possession in tag rugby?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop throwing and catching a rugby ball with control
- • To understand the importance of moving into space when receiving the ball
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can we use tagging rules fairly to create exciting games where everyone can succeed?
Key Objectives:
- • To understand and apply the basic rules of tag rugby
- • To develop tagging and dodging skills in game situations
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How do rugby rules help teams work together fairly and safely?
Key Objectives:
- • To understand and apply the 'forward pass' rule in tag rugby
- • To understand and apply the 'offside' rule in tag rugby
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can you help your teammates keep the ball and score tries?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop the ability to support a teammate when attacking
- • To understand positioning in relation to the ball carrier
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can clever movement and dodging help my team attack effectively in tag rugby?
Key Objectives:
- • To be able to dodge a defender and move into space when running towards the goal
- • To understand the importance of warming up and its effects on the body
Lesson 7
Big Question:
How can we work together as defenders to stop the attacking team from scoring?
Key Objectives:
- • To be able to defend an opponent effectively
- • To understand and apply defensive positioning and movement
Lesson 8
Big Question:
How can we use all our tag rugby skills and knowledge to compete fairly and successfully in a tournament?
Key Objectives:
- • To apply the rules and tactics learnt to play in a tag rugby tournament
- • To demonstrate good sportsmanship and fair play throughout competitive matches