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Training with the Guardians

Come train with the Guardians.

New to rugby? You’re in the right place. Our inclusive training in Geneva welcomes adults aged 18 or over at every experience level.

  • Beginners welcome
  • 3 free trial sessions
  • Touch & contact rugby

No experience needed. Contact rugby is always your choice. Check the next confirmed session before you come.

See the next training
Guardians together on the pitch during a rainy evening training session

Coming up

Next session.

NO TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY 28 OCTOBER

After an intense weekend in Edinburgh, we're taking a little break for some well-earned rest!

We'll be back next week, starting with a joint training on Tuesday 3 November.

Next sessionDetails to confirm
Joint rugby trainingTuesday, 3 November 2026
TimeTime to be confirmed
VenueVenue to be confirmed

Schedule as of 27 October 2026. Without JavaScript, the dates above do not refresh. Check the date, time and venue before travelling.

Come meet the team

Thinking about giving rugby a try? Join our public WhatsApp group to ask questions, meet the team and stay updated. Prefer a private conversation? Message us on Instagram.

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This is a public WhatsApp group. Other participants can see your phone number and profile information. Prefer not to share your number? Contact us by email or Instagram instead. Privacy Policy.

Prefer email? Write to the club.

Regular training: usually Wednesdays, 19:00–21:00, subject to confirmation. Times and locations can change; check the time and venue above before travelling.

This month

October programme.

Confirmed, cancelled and provisional sessions appear here. Check the details before travelling.

  1. Details to confirm

    Training

    Time: 19:00–21:00Venue: Venue to be confirmed
  2. Details to confirm

    Training

    Time: Time to be confirmedVenue: Venue to be confirmed
  3. Exceptional session

    Training with Rubipèdes

    Time: 19:00Venue: Vessy
  4. Afternoon session

    Training

    Time: 13:00Venue: Vessy sports centre
  5. Exceptional session

    Pre-Edinburgh Training

    Time: 19:00Venue: Centre sportif du Blanché
  6. Cancelled

    Training

    Time: 19:00–21:00Venue: Centre sportif du BlanchéNo training: rest following the Edinburgh rugby weekend. Time and venue shown were previously advertised.

More rugby ahead

MatchConfirmed

Next upcoming event

Guardians × Rebelyons Friendly

Date
Location
Lyon, France
MatchConfirmed

Roma Raccoons Rugby Weekend

Date
Location
Rome, Italy
TournamentConfirmed

IGR Union Cup 2027 — Amsterdam

Date
Location
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Guardians participation planned

View all events

Weekly rhythm

Our regular training.

DayUsually Wednesdays
TimeUsually 19:00–21:00
VenueVaries by session

Sessions combine skills, teamwork and game situations. Beginners and experienced players can develop at their own pace.

Sessions can also take place on other days. Check the confirmed next session before travelling.

The session

What to expect.

01

Welcome and warm-up

Meet the group and warm up with support from the coaches.

02

Skills and game understanding

Work on passing, movement and teamwork. You do not need to know the rules beforehand.

03

Touch or contact rugby

Touch is a valid long-term choice. If you want to try contact, the coaches introduce it progressively.

04

Play and cool-down

Try your new skills in games, ask questions and finish together.

Be ready

What to bring.

  • Comfortable sports clothes
  • A water bottle
  • Long sports socks
  • Clothing suited to the weather
  • Sports footwear suited to the pitch
  • A mouthguard for contact exercises

Some synthetic pitches require plastic studs: check the instructions for your session. Molded plastic studs or suitable plastic replacements for interchangeable studs may work. Do not use metal studs on those pitches. You do not need a full rugby kit for your first session.

Unsure? Read our equipment guide or get in touch.

Coming for the first time?

Four easy steps to the pitch.

  1. Check the next trainingUse the confirmed date and location above.
  2. Meet the teamJoin the public WhatsApp group or send a private Instagram message.
  3. Arrive 15 minutes earlyIntroduce yourself to the team and coaches.
  4. Enjoy the sessionYour first three sessions are free, with no commitment.

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