Beach Rugby 2020

Rugby Nova Scotia presents: Beach Rugby

Wednesdays/Thursdays Hosted at the Halifax Waterfront Beach Court (1479 Lower Water Street). The 5 v 5 game will be 5 mins a half with a one minute break and teams will play against the same opposition twice in one day (one game followed by a 15-30 minute break). All players MUST be registered with Rugby Canada via your local Rugby club.

See details now.

*Physical Distancing and Public Health Guidelines for Sport Events are in effect and practiced.

Interested in hosting your event or community walk/run on the waterfront? Please complete our event request form.

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