Bao Ge | April 6, 2026 |
The Little Dragons Shenzhen Rugby Club was founded in 2016 with a passion for nurturing young talent and building a love for the game. The club focuses on developing strong rugby fundamentals through engaging, varied training programs. These sessions not only boost children’s athletic performance and physical fitness but also offer them the thrill of teamwork, skill-building, and unforgettable experiences on the pitch.
Our Coaches
Head Coach Mirko: A highly skilled and dedicated professional with exceptional expertise and a genuine commitment to making a lasting impact in the Shenzhen community. Through expert coaching, he supports sports education and helps young athletes thrive both on and off the field. He holds the prestigious World Rugby Federation and a 2018 Level 2 Rugby Coach certificate.
Assistant Coach: Benson A motivated, friendly, and energetic rugby coach with two years of hands-on assistant coaching experience at Little Dragons Rugby Club. His enthusiasm shines through in every session as he inspires young players. He holds the World Rugby Federation and a 2018 Level 1 World Rugby Coach certificate (specializing in coaching children). Benson has also recently acquired his level 2 World Rugby Coaching Certificate.
Assistant Coach: Mary brings rich experience in student rugby training and physical education. She excels at motivating children to dive into activities, stay focused, and enjoy learning the basics of rugby. Her patient approach makes her especially effective in guiding primary and introductory-level players. Mary focuses on encouraging the players through close team work.
Our Programs
Every week, the Little Dragons come together for 1.5 hours of pure fun, energy, and purposeful training. Sessions feature structured, age-appropriate drills that build fitness, rugby-specific skills, and overall confidence. All coaching is delivered primarily in English, with separate groups for Juniors (5–8 years) and Seniors (9–15 years). Chinese-speaking coaches are also on hand to provide smooth translation whenever needed.
The club follows a thoughtful age-grade pathway, starting the youngest players with modified, non-contact Touch Rugby and gradually introducing the full-contact elements of the sport as they grow into the 9–15years age group. Through Little Dragons Rugby, children develop essential life skills including teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, and the joy of cross-cultural communication.
The club also participates in occasional local and overseas tours, tournaments, and festivals. These exciting opportunities let players experience the thrill of competitive touch and rugby while creating lasting memories with teammates.
Achievements & Benefits
Little Dragons Shenzhen Rugby Club has grown into a specialized provider of professional rugby training. The team partners with Shenzhen schools to deliver fun, rugby-centered play sessions tailored for kindergartens and primary levels.
The club’s players have not only competed but triumphed in multiple tournaments across China, including:
- The first children’s touch rugby tournament in southern China
- The City-3 Touch Rugby series
- The inaugural 9 Dragons Tournament
- 2022 Guangdong Province Youth Rugby Tournament
- The 2024 Macau Junior Rugby Cup Tournament
- GBA Junior Touch Rugby Tournament
These victories, earned against other developing teams from around the country, have given countless young athletes in Shenzhen and throughout China their first exciting taste of competitive Touch Rugby and Rugby.
Join the 2026 Spring/Summer Season!
The Little Dragons Shenzhen Rugby Club 2026 Spring/Summer Season has kicked off now! To deliver even higher-quality training, the club is welcoming more passionate young players.
Training groups include U6 and U15 age categories, with dedicated sessions designed to give every child the right level of guidance and rapid improvement. Sessions take place every Sunday morning in Shekou at 9.30am – 11.00am. Held at the Shekou May Town indoor facilities.
It’s time to lace up those boots, pull on the jerseys, and join the excitement of the game. Get ready to build skills, forge friendships, and create unforgettable rugby adventures together.
Parents and players eager to join are warmly invited to contact Winstone on the QR below for further details.
See you on the field, let’s make this season the best one yet!
March 30, 2026