Learn From the Pros This Thanksgiving: Seawolves Youth Rugby Camp
Rugby in Seattle keeps growing, and the best way to keep that momentum going is to get the next generation on the pitch. This Thanksgiving break, young players have a chance to do exactly that, learning the game from the Seattle Seawolves, our city's Major League Rugby club.
The Seawolves Thanksgiving Youth Rugby Camp runs November 23–25 indoors at Starfire Sports in Tukwila. It's three days of skills, games and teamwork for kids ages 8–12, whether they've never touched a rugby ball or already play in a youth program. Seattle Rugby Club is proud to help spread the word, and we strongly encourage our families to sign up before registration closes on November 16.
The camp is part of a bigger push. The Seawolves' community programs have already reached more than 4,000 young people through 45-plus clinics, camps and school visits, backed by over 260 community hours. Every new player who picks up a ball this week helps build the future of rugby in the Pacific Northwest.
Camp details at a glance
Dates: Monday–Wednesday, November 23–25, 2026
Location: Starfire Sports, Tukwila (indoors)
Ages: 8–12
Hours: Check-in 9:00 a.m., pickup 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $150 per camper, all three days
Registration deadline: November 16, 2026, 11:59 p.m. PT
Contact level: Non-contact, no tackling
Experience needed: None, all skill levels welcome
Starfire is a central spot for families from Seattle, Renton, Kent, Bellevue, Issaquah, Tacoma and across the Puget Sound.
What campers will learn
Every session is built around age-appropriate instruction and active games, so kids learn by playing.
- Running and movement
- Passing and catching
- Ball-handling fundamentals
- Rugby positioning and decision-making
- Communication and teamwork
- Confidence-building activities
- Games and skill challenges
Beginners learn the foundations of the game, while returning players keep building technique and game sense. Along the way, campers practice working with teammates, handling challenges and supporting each other, lessons that carry well beyond the field. Because the camp is fully non-contact, it's a safe, low-pressure introduction to rugby.
Who should come
Any child ages 8–12 who wants to run around, make friends and try something new. Beginners are welcome, and coaching adapts to each player's current level, so experienced youth players will be challenged too.
What should campers bring? Campers should bring lunch, snacks and a refillable water bottle each day. Registered families will receive final details on clothing, equipment, waivers and pickup before camp starts.
Is it a full-day camp? Yes. Check-in opens at 9:00 a.m. and pickup is at 3:30 p.m. each day, which makes it an easy fit for working parents during the Thanksgiving school break.
Sign up and get out there
Growing rugby in Seattle starts with kids who love the game, and there's no better place to catch the bug than learning from a professional club. Space is limited and registration closes November 16 at 11:59 p.m. PT, so register soon, get out there and have some fun.
Register for the Thanksgiving Youth Rugby Camp
About the Seattle Rugby Club
Established in 1966, Seattle Rugby Club (formerly known as Seattle OPSB and Seattle Saracens) is an adult rugby union club focused on the fifteens code of the global game. Seattle Rugby proudly promotes the sport of rugby in North America both on and off the pitch through community-focused efforts as well as performing on game day. The club provides opportunities for men, women, and young people to engage with rugby at all levels.
