SRU release new Return to Rugby Roadmap as local players prepare to resume training
Local clubs Falkirk and Grangemouth Stags can now begin planning for a phased return of all age groups in the hope of a return to competitive matches in late summer/early autumn.
At the moment, mini rugby players (age 11 and under) are allowed to participate in touch rugby and will be joined by other youth levels (12-17) next Monday, April 5.
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Hide AdThat date is also when adult players (18 and over) may return to non-contact, physically distanced team activities.
At this date gyms, hospitality and indoor facilities must remain closed.
The next date on the roadmap is April 26 where mini and youth players will be permitted to return to contact training.
Adult players are still restricted to non-contact, physically distance activity but gyms will be allowed to open for individual exercise while indoor and outdoor hospitality venues can open with restrictions in place.
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Hide AdAdult players can begin touch rugby training on May 17 while indoor group exercise will be permitted.
Travel restrictions are also expected to be eased by this date.
Finally, although with no specific day, June 2021 could be when adult players can resume contact training.
The SRU added that, in the likelihood that rugby fixtures will be able to return over the summer months, they will shortly undertake a consultation with clubs on their views on next season.