School
Our Rugby school was established in 2006, with the objective of providing a safe and fun environment for learning to play rugby, right in the heart of Brussels.
We field teams in all age grades from U6 all the way through to U18.
Our players hail from around the globe, including the Celtic nations, UK, Belgium, France, Italy, the Netherlands, North America, South Africa, Japan, and Australia. Training is primarily in English, but Dutch and French are added if non-Anglophone members struggle to understand.
U6-U18 / Touch
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U6
Coach(es): Veerle Vanraes (Head Coach), Fergus McReynolds, James Parker, Emily Roelandts, Angus Scorgie and Antoine Broux (Manager)
Year of Birth: 2021 or later (from 4 years old)
Training: Every Saturday morning from 09h30 to 10h30 at the VUB, Saturday tournaments, home or away, when scheduled are in the morning and or afternoon.
Email: u6@bbrfcceltic.eu
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U8
Coach(es): Nicolas Becuwe (Head Coach), Alexandre Biard, Thibault Delforge, Audrey Hersan, Adam Johnson, Alice Lambillon and Vincent Moal (Manager)
Year of Birth: 2019 & 2020
Training: Every Wednesday evening from 18h00-19h00, and Saturday from 09h00-10h30 at the VUB. Saturday tournaments, home or away, when scheduled are in the morning and or afternoon.
Email: u8@bbrfcceltic.eu
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U10
Coach(es): Vincent Truttmann (Head Coach), Sophie Briquetti, Thibaud Martin, Adam McLean, Rob Roelandts, Vickie Soulier, Astrid Vidal Vrijens and Diana Sierra (Manager)
Year of Birth: 2017 & 2018
Training: Every Wednesday evening from 18h00-19h00, and Saturday from 09h00-10h30 at the VUB. Saturday tournaments, home or away, when scheduled are in the morning and or afternoon.
Email: u10@bbrfcceltic.eu
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U12
Coach(es): Pierre-Emmanuel Cau (Head Coach), Tommy Brosnahan, Florent Coury, Michel Derville, Conor Gory, Pernille Prêcheur, Astrid Vidal Vrijens and Tommy Brosnahan (Manager)
Year of Birth: 2015 & 2016
Training: Every Wednesday evening from 18h00-19h00, and Saturday from 10h30-12h00 at the VUB. Saturday tournaments, home or away, when scheduled are in the morning and or afternoon.
Email: u12@bbrfcceltic.eu
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U14
Coach(es): Matthias Sauvagnac (Head Coach), Pierre Caillet, Christian Wagner, Hugo Glineur (La Hulpe), Menelik Muganga (La Hulpe), Antoine Semain (La Hulpe) and Francesco Longu (Manager)
Year of Birth: 2013 & 2014
Training: Every Wednesday evening from 18h00-20h00, and Friday 18h00-19h30 at the VUB (and Saturday mornings when there is no match from 10h30-12h00 at the VUB). Saturday Matches, home or away, are generally from 11h00 warm up and 12h00 – 13h30 match.
Entente with La HulpeEmail: u14@bbrfcceltic.eu
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U16
Coach(es): Graham Edwards (Head Coach), Tom Adlam, Thomas Bode (La Hulpe), Denise Camilleri, Stéphane De Villefort (La Hulpe), Edouard Mazarakis, Guillermo Ruiz, Joanne de Graaff (Manager) and Roisin Dore (Manager)
Year of Birth: 2011 & 2012
Training: Every Tuesday and Friday evening from 18h00-19h30 at VUB. Saturday Matches home or away are generally from 12h30 warm up and 13h30 – 15h00 match.
Entente with La HulpeEmail: u16@bbrfcceltic.eu
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U18
Coach(es): Corentin Tack (Brussels Citizens) (Head Coach), Christian Farrar-Hockley, Nicholas Revill, Jack Boyden
Year of Birth: 2009 & 2010
Training: Training every Tuesday from 18h00 to 19h30 at the VUB and every Thursday from 18h00-20h00 at Brussels Citizens (Chau. de Wavre 1854, 1160 Auderghem).
Entente with Brussels CitizensEmail: u18@bbrfcceltic.eu
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Touch
Coach(es): Pierre-Emmanuel Cau (Head Coach) and Vincent Lebacq
Year of birth: 2012-2020 U8-U15 (Kids over 15 can join BC touch senior section)
Training: Every Sunday from 10:00 to 11:30.
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Powergirls
Coach(es): Nicolas Becuwe (Head Coach) and Alice Lambillon
Year of Birth: U6-U18 (Players must be registered in their respective age groups to participate.)
Training: Once a month on Sundays from 10h00 to 11h30 at Sportkring BNPPF, Av. de l'Arbalète 22, 1170 Watermael-Boitsfort (Please consult the Twizzit app agenda for the exact schedule.)
Email: school@bbrfcceltic.eu
INFORMATION FOR PLAYERS
Boys and girls play together from U6 to U14. Up to U12 they enter regular tournaments with clubs across Belgium. U14, U16 and U18 play in national leagues and usually have a match most weekends. We also host touring international teams.
All teams from U8 and up train twice a week. Teams up to U12 train at the VUB pitch in Ixelles (in front of the VUB tram stop) every Saturday from 9 to 12, plus one weekday session. U12 and younger join tournaments about once a month.
Training times by age category are listed below.
INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
We’re more than a rugby club: each team is a small family within BBRFC Celtic. After training many of us stay for coffee or a drink at our Donation Station. Off the field we take part in social events organised by the School Social Committee.
Rugby School Parents Association: we welcome more parent volunteers to support the school and our kids — the more the merrier. If you want a supportive, energetic, welcoming place for your child, join us. See you on the pitch!
Multicultural & Stronger for it!
Luca U12s
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Bastien U10s
🇺🇸 / 🇨🇵
Simon U8s
🇮🇪 / 🇬🇧 / 🇧🇷
Amy U16s
🇿🇦 / 🇬🇧
Our Core Values
Respect
Remember you are representing your team, your club, your family and the Game of Rugby. Respect the ‘Game of Rugby’ and play within the Laws of the Game. Winning and losing is part of sport: Win with humility - lose with dignity.
Discipline
As part of the team it is important that you attend training regularly and listen to your coach and help your team. Work with your coaches to set individual goals based on how well you do rather than whether you win. Play with control. Do not lose your temper.
Teamwork
Rugby is a team sport and make sure you co-operate with your coach; teammates and members of your club. At the end of the match thank your opponents and the referee for the match. As a team sport it is important to understand that all members are important to the team.
Sportsmanship
Be a ‘good sport’. Applaud all good play whether by your team or the opposition. Respect your opponent, treat all players as you would like to be treated & do not ‘bully’ or take advantage of any player. Accept the referee’s decision and let your captain or coach ask any relevant questions.
Rugby School Director
At BBRFC Celtic, our Rugby School Director and team are dedicated to supporting everyone who makes our club special: players, parents, and coaching staff alike. We're here to ensure that every member of our rugby family feels valued, connected, and empowered to thrive both on and off the pitch.
Whether you have questions, need guidance, or just want to share in the rugby spirit, we’re here to help. We work hard to ensure our club embodies the values that define us - teamwork, respect, fun, discipline, and sportsmanship - and we’re proud to see these principles in action every day.
Together, we strive to make BBRFC Celtic a community where everyone feels welcome. If there’s anything you need, don’t hesitate to reach out!
Astrid Vidal Vrijens
RUGBY SCHOOL DIRECTOR
Child Safety
You want your child to enjoy rugby in a safe, friendly place where they learn and have fun. Children’s safety and enjoyment are vital for the sport’s future. Though often called “dangerous,” rugby is relatively safe. New rules—like mandatory mouthguards and optional headgear—improve safety. Coaches adapt training and games by age. Safety is regularly reviewed and rules updated. Rugby is played in over 100 countries and is very popular in Japan, Fiji, and Wales, showing it isn’t as risky as many think. Injury risk in rugby is lower than in many other sports.
At BBRFC Celtic, the safety and well-being of every child is our top priority. We are committed to providing a secure, supportive, and nurturing environment where children can thrive both on and off the rugby field. Our coaches follow first-aid courses at least every 2 years, and adhere to strict protocols to ensure the physical and emotional safety of every young player. Through proper coaching, safe tackling techniques, and constant supervision, we strive to make rugby not only a fun and rewarding experience but also a safe one for all. In addition, we have a Child Safety Officer (Tommy Brosnahan) who can be contacted at ANY time if parents or players ever need it.
Tommy Brosnahan
Child Safety Officer
Contact: childwelfare@bbrfcceltic.eu
Astrid Vidal Vrijens
Child Safety Officer
Contact: childwelfare@bbrfcceltic.eu
Information
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Rugby Boots: Only use plastic soles. Our pitch at VUB is made for artificial grass, and metal studs will damage it.
Rugby Jerseys: Team shirts will be provided for players on match days. Younger players have the option to purchase their own jerseys, which are available in our shop. For training, wear any jersey you like, but no hoodies.
Shorts and Socks: For matches, wear dark blue shorts and red & green socks, available in our shop.
Gum Shield: Gum shields are required for training and matches. You can buy them at any sports shop. Make sure to mold the gum shield to fit your mouth using boiling water—instructions are included.
Scrum Cap: Scrum caps protect your head from impacts.
Balls: The school provides all balls for training and matches.
Please remove jewelry, watches, and piercings before playing, and avoid hoodies or anything that could cause injury.
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VUB Main Campus:
Trainings & tournaments (home) will be held at the VUB rugby pitch, found in front of the tram stop VUB.
VUB Main Campus
Joining & fees
The first 3 training sessions are entirely free – what a bargain! After that or before your first match you will need to complete your medical form with your doctor and pay your registration fee. Payment and medical form are all submitted via your BBRFC Celtic Twizzit account.
The reduced rate applies to younger siblings.
If you have any questions, please email treasurer@bbrfcceltic.eu.
In coordination with Rugby Vlaanderen's Accessible Sports Program, an additional discount can be applied for disadvantaged members of the club. BBRFC Celtic believes that rugby is for everyone. If you are in need of this extra help, please email treasurer@bbrfcceltic.eu.
Forms
Medical form
Transfer form
If you join us from another Belgian club.
Policies
Youth Policy
Codes of Conduct
As Rugby is a game based on respect, we kindly ask you to read and follow our club’s code of conduct:
Questions?
We’re always more than happy to answer any questions you have, just fill out the form on this page and someone from the Rugby School will get back to you as soon as possible!
Alternatively, you can always reach out to us on Instagram: @bbrfc_celtic
Don’t be a stranger!