No, not at all! Plymouth Dolphins is inclusive; we are proudly open to anyone and everyone who wants to enjoy rugby. Our team allows people of many different backgrounds to play together. The team is a space that aspires to be warm, safe and exciting for everyone.

Training and playing are voluntary: it is entirely up to you how much time you want to commit to the team. That said, the more you train, the faster you will learn, the better you will play and the more you will get out of being in the experience!

Experience is not a requirement to start your rugby journey. Almost everyone is a beginner at the start, and experienced players support those who are learning. We will train you to know everything you could possibly need to know.

To start with you will need suitable boots for training and clothes to run around in that you won’t mind getting dirty (especially in the wet winter months).

Club-branded merchandise is also available to buy whenever you want some.

We collect availability for games about 3 weeks in advance. We arrive at the ground approx. 1.5 hours before kick off, allowing time to change, warm up and run through set-pieces before kick-off. Post Match dress code is a white shirt and Club tie unless otherwise stated (sometimes we revert to social polos).

Finances shouldn’t be a barrier to anyone Dolphin enjoying the game. Please speak to either the Chairperson or Membership and Recruitment Officer to discuss your situation confidentially. We will always try to make things work!