Question 1

How do I join?

Accepted Answer

Joining the team is pretty easy. We are THEE developmental team in San Diego, which means there are no tryouts.

Just fill out a "JOIN THE TEAM" form. Or email our recruiter at recruitment@sdarmada.com
  
If we are a fit for your life goals, your fitness journey, and then keep showing up! We will make sure you are set up for success.

Question 2

I've never played Rugby before! Can I still join?

Accepted Answer

FUCK YES! We specialize in turning novice players into fucking rugby rockstars. We have a dedicated developmental coach who will ensure you get eased into the skills you need to take your skills to the next level. 90% of our current players started their rugby career with us, knowing nothing!

Just show up!

Question 3

Is their any financial obligations to joining the team?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no.
We don’t charge people to show up and practice with us — come out and get fit with us! Totally fine.
However, if you want to learn how to tackle, you’ll need to pay $125 for a “clearance” from USA Rugby. That fee is required for you to play or participate in full-contact practices. It’s not set by us, and we don’t receive any of those funds.
If you wish to play or hang with us, there are dues you’ll need to pay:
Player Dues: $175 for your first year / $300 for returning players
 This covers your ability to play on the team and join us for all our socials.
Social Dues: $125
 This option is for those who just want to hang out and practice with us, without playing in games.
You’ll also need to cover any miscellaneous items like boots (cleats), rugby shorts, tackle-safe jerseys, mouthguards, etc.

Question 4

Are their any fitness requirements to join the team?

Accepted Answer

For safety reasons, we ask all active players (those intending to play in games) to meet certain fitness standards. This ensures that you can play safely and physically support your teammates.
We also have skill standards in place to make sure all players are participating safely. We track progress in the following areas to ensure you’re ready for gameplay:
Tackling
Ball handling
Running
Rucking
Lineouts
Kicking
Scrums

Question 5

Do I have to be GAY to play on the team?

Accepted Answer

The San Diego Armada is THEE safe place for LGBTQ+ Queer players in San Diego. But we are INCLUSIVE as fuck!

EVERYONE IS WELCOMED!!!!!!!!!!

The San Diego Armada is an inclusive rugby union club. We welcome all players and supporters regardless of skill level, orientation, gender identity, religion, or national origin. 
As a developmental team we routinely field players with a few weeks of rugby experience next to players with a decade on the pitch; its okay to be new because we love to help people learn the game.  Being a social club means that our primary goal is to have a great time and make friends by playing. Inclusivity means that everyone is welcome in the Armada, we are too busy playing rugby and having fun to be judgmental.

Frequently asked questions

How do I join?

I've never played Rugby before! Can I still join?

Is their any financial obligations to joining the team?

Are their any fitness requirements to join the team?

Do I have to be GAY to play on the team?