Question 1

I want to be involved in rugby as a player, coach, referee, or team manager.

Accepted Answer

Awesome! We'd love to have you involved in this great game! Whether it’s lacing up the boots, picking up the whistle, training a team this season, or putting your hand up to volunteer, there’s a role for everyone in rugby. Find out more about being involved here: www.nzrugby.co.nz/findyourplace

Question 2

What is Small Blacks?

Accepted Answer

Small Blacks is now Junior Rugby, where where many young Kiwi players, from Years 1 to 8, have their first experience of the game.

It’s where tamariki get to run with a ball, pull on a club jersey, eat oranges on the sideline, and most importantly, have fun with their teammates.

The programme introduces tamariki to rugby in ways that suit their age and stage of development. Players can take part in both non-contact (Rippa) and contact appropriate versions of the game, with the environment set up to help them learn, feel included, and enjoy being involved.

Small Blacks is also a meeting place for the community, where whānau come together on weekends, volunteers support young players, and a love for the game can begin. It’s where kids get to play, develop, and learn rugby in an environment that is safe, welcoming, and fun.

Question 3

I would like to come to New Zealand and play rugby

Accepted Answer

Visit NZR's site to find more about playing rugby in New Zealand: www.nzrugby.co.nz/get-involved/play.

And find your local club here: www.nzrugby.co.nz/findyourplace

Question 4

I want to work in rugby in New Zealand

Accepted Answer

Check out our list of current vacancies at NZ Rugby, Super Rugby Clubs and Provincial Unions here: www.nzrugby.co.nz/about-nzr/working-in-rugby

Question 5

Can I do an internship or work experience at NZ Rugby?

Accepted Answer

While we do not have a formal internship or work experience programme, we sometimes have opportunities for volunteer or other work. Please fill out the contact form and your enquiry will be sent to our People & Capability team who will review the information you have supplied. If it is appropriate, they will be in touch with you. www.nzrugby.co.nz/about-nzr/contact-us

Question 6

I'm new to New Zealand, where do I start getting to know rugby?

Accepted Answer

Rugby is one of the world's fastest growing sports and it's considered New Zealand's national game. Rugby is a great way to become involved in your community, have fun, make friends and learn new skills.

The easiest way to get to know rugby is to become a fan! Learn more at www.allblacks.com and follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube

To start playing, coaching, refereeing or volunteering contact your local school, rugby club or local Provincial Rugby Union.

Rules: The best way to learn the rules is by watching or playing the game. Depending on what age you are and location you are in, there will be a club or game nearby to get you started. To start playing, coaching, refereeing or volunteering contact your local school or rugby club.

Match dates: There are games of rugby happening throughout the New Zealand at most times of the year.

To find out when and where our Teams in Black are playing, head to our Fixtures pages on www.allblacks.com.

For Super Rugby Pacific, head to our Super Rugby Results and Fixtures Page

And for Provincial Rugby head to our Provincial Rugby website

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