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2 03/04 09/10 15/16 INTRODUCTION - 1 & 2 WALES - 3 & 4 PRESENTATIONS - 5 & 6 11/ /06 DOWNLOAD THE APP - 7 ENTERTAINMENT - 8 GET SOCIAL - 9 & 10 SOUTHWOLD RFC TOUR - 11 & 12 GILBERT PARTNERSHIP - 13 & 14 RUGBY TOURS - 15 & 16 TESTIMONIALS BOOKINGS - 18 BOOKING INFO - 19 & 20 SOCIALMEDIA OFFICIAL KIT PARTNERS TO TEAM TOURS DIRECT 13/14 08 Please share your team news, pics and results on social media, let the world know how your team is doing. We ll share your posts on our page.

3 13 th - 14 TH APRIL, 2019 U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 & U16 Under WRU rulings younger age groups may play mixed teams (boys & girls) CELEBRATING 21 YEARS OF WELSH RUGBY ROCKS IN 2019, CELEBRATE WITH US! JUST WANTED TO THANK YOU FOR A FANTASTIC TOUR AT THE WEEKEND. ALL THE BOYS AND PARENTS HAD A GREAT TIME IN WALES! WE WERE SO LUCKY WITH THE WEATHER TOO! THANKS AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING, WE TRULY HAD A FANTASTIC TIME. Aylesford Bulls, U13 s The Welsh Rugby Rocks Festival has become one of the longest running youth rugby festivals in the world, drawing teams from England, Scotland, Ireland and some parts of Europe. In 2019 we are celebrating the 20th year of the festival, so it will be even more of a party atmosphere than usual! we hope you will join us in celebrating this special event on such a milestone birthday. It s always a firecely competitive festival with teams all vying to take away the coveted Welsh Rugby Rocks trophy. Our host rugby club Shotton RFC always offer such a warm welcome to travelling sides that you ll feel at home from the moment you arrive. Stay in a fantastic holiday park with amazing facilities to keep the whole family entertained as well as nightly entertainment. There is so much to do at the Welsh Rugby Rocks Festival that you will want to come back next year. This rugby festival is played in accordance with the WRU Minis to Millennium Pathways (0) INFO@TEAMTOURSDIRECT.COM WELSH RUGBY ROCKS BROCHURE

4 EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY & EXCITEMENT OF WALES SOME EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE: PAINTBALLING ZORB FOOTBALL GO-KARTING CHESTER ZOO RIB RIDE BOWLING ZIP WORLD QUAD BIKING GO BELOW UNDERGROUND ADVENTURES PUFFIN ISLAND CRUISES ACCOMMODATION Set beside miles of ancient golden sand dunes and beaches; it s been a favourite with families for years and is perfectly positioned to explore amazing castles, beaches, golf courses and the magnificent Snowdonia National Park. Take to the water in the tropically heated indoor heated pool, indulge in the sauna and steam room or discover a fantastic activity selection from EXCURSIONS North Wales is the perfect place for your rugby tour. Not only do we have excellent holiday park accommodation but there are some of the most exciting excursions available in the area. Experience adventure like no other with Zip World, offering the longest zipline in Europe at a massive 1 mile long, with speeds exceeding 100mph! There is also Bounce Below and Zip World Caverns, incredible PREPARE CHEER Arrive at your chosen holiday park with plenty of time to get settled in. A prime opportunity for morale boosting activities. You ll have the remainder of the evening to explore local attractions or get together over a meal and plan your strategies for the festival ahead. The final day of the festival sees teams compete in front of a jubilant crowd and buzzing pitch-side atmosphere ensures the climax is an event not to be missed. Winners and finalists will experience a presentation on stage. RELAX COMPETE It s time to compete against teams from all over the U.K in the group stages of the Welsh Rugby Rocks Festival. The group games determine which cup you will go on to play for in the final rounds. All teams will still be competing for a trophy on the final day. Win or lose, players and supporters alike will have had an amazing experience at the festival. Why not celebrate with a trip to Zipworld and experience the longest zipline in Europe and make your trip one to remember. including snorkelling, body underground adventures for zorbing, crossbows and raft those bold of heart. building! The refurbished Country Club bar and restaurant combines If you re looking for something great year-round entertainment more relaxed then you can opt for for adults and fun for kids, a puffin island cruise or visit the ensuring an unrivalled holiday to beautiful beaches of North Wales, remember for all ages. there is so much choice. THE ULTIMATE FESTIVAL FOR SERIOUS RUGBY PLAYERS WELSH RUGBY ROCKS BROCHURE 2019

5 CREATING MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME As we approach the finals and the stakes increase, the tension rises, who will be crowned Welsh Rugby Rocks champions? Eagerly anticipated and ultra-competitive, the finals feature the most determined of teams, promising an excellent standard of rugby for all. JUST WANT TO SAY A BIG THANK YOU FOR THE FAB WEEKEND ON BEHALF OF ALL OF YEOVIL TRAVELLERS. YOU GUYS ORGANISED AN OUTSTANDING FESTIVAL. I LL GIVE YOU 5* REVIEW, UNDOUBTEDLY YOU DESERVE IT. JOB WELL DONE, THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND FOR THE LOVELY WEEKEND. HOPE TO TRAVEL WITH YOU AGAIN. Yeovil RFC An unforgettable experience for players and spectators awaits, memories that will last a lifetime will be created as our MC invites the players and coaches to the stage to collect their medals and trophies in front of a jubilant crowd. The on-stage presentations for all winners and runners up for each trophy in each age group will be presented with medals and the winners will get to lift the highly prestigious Welsh Rugby Rocks in front of parents and supporters. A moment that will long be remembered by everyone attending and it s a great photo opportunity to remember the climax of one of the leading leading international events in the mini, junior and youth rugby tour calendar WELSH RUGBY ROCKS BROCHURE

6 DOWNLOAD THE TEAM TOURS DIRECT APP GREAT ENTERTAINMENT ON AND OFF THE PITCH We want everyone to have an amazing time at our festivals, that s why we make sure there is plenty of entertainment to be had in between games. There is live music at the Welsh Rugby Rocks being performed on stage throughout the day and all around the festival venue you will find exciting activities to take part in. All of our singers are friendly and great at getting the crowd involved. With both accommodations providing excellent facilities such as a family activity centre, along with the exciting excursions, there is plenty to keep everyone entertained. FEEL LIKE A PRO WITH THE TEAM TOURS DIRECT APP. KEEP UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LATEST NEWS, SCORES, FIXTURES AND RESULTS AS THEY HAPPEN. We ve thought of everything so you can just sit back and relax while the festival runs smoothly around you. +44 (0) INFO@TEAMTOURSDIRECT.COM 08

7 GET INVOLVED WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Your Welsh Rugby Rocks experience starts as soon as you confirm your booking. Be sure to send us your team pic and a short bio and we will post about you on our social media pages and we ll also try and include your team in the event programme too! Excitement starts building early when you can see the opposition you could be facing from all over the world. When posting about your Welsh Rugby Rocks experience be sure to use the hashtag #RugbyRocks so we can find it and share it with our thousands of followers. Share your team news, pics and results on social media and let the world know how your team is doing. Just search for Team Tours Direct and follow our page for updates, news & competitions. #RUGBYROCKS WELSH RUGBY ROCKS BROCHURE 2019

8 Having taken the lads on tour every year since they were U14 including trips to France, Holland and Ireland it seemed only right that we took them (now Colts) to arguably the second home of rugby - Cardiff, Wales. Favourite moment (that can be public) has to be one of our players, James Scarle, singing and playing the guitar at an Open Mic night in the club next door to the hotel and then being joined on stage by the whole team in a rowdy and moving, if not tuneful rendition of Oasis s Look Back in Anger. QUOTE FROM SEVERAL COLTS ABOUT THE TOUR SICK! I AM CLEARLY BOUND BY RUGBY ETIQUETTE THAT STATES WHAT GOES ON TOUR STAYS ON TOUR DAY 1 We were collected from our club on the opposite side of the country in Southwold and had a relatively uneventful journey as the tour rules were digested and forfeits dispensed. By the time we were over the Severn Bridge the tour was in full swing. The hotel was perfect for a tour (whatever age group) partly because it was bang in the centre of Cardiff giving plenty of scope for forays. After monster platters of steak and chips at a nearby restaurant and a few beers (for the over 18 s) it was back for an early night ahead of our match - Not! DAY 2 Day 2 started with a tour around the Millenium Stadium followed by lunch and crazier than usual crazy golf before setting off to Rumney for the scheduled match. Playing the Welsh in their backyard is never going to be a walk in the park but with no subs and the night before - we inevitably came second. Nevertheless the lads gave a good account of themselves afterwards in the host s A TEAM TOURS DIRECT BESPOKE TOUR REVIEW FROM SOUTHWOLD RFC clubhouse despite the coaches letting them down on some games! All a good warm-up for another night excursion on our return to the city. DAY 3 Day 3 included paintballing at Go Ballistic - which they did - before changing into fancy dress in time for the Kangaroo Court and a quiet reflective time in the city - Not! Another fine tour and a new stack of rugby memories to savour. Team Tours delivered on their promise and so all went according to plan

9 TEAM TOURS DIRECT ARE DELIGHTED TO BE OFFICIAL KIT PARTNERS FOR GILBERT Team Tours Direct are delighteed to announce a kit partnership agreement with iconic sports & leisurewear manufacturer Gilbert. Team Tours Direct have been running the highest calibre rugby festivals all over the world for over 20 years. It was a natural progression to team up with one of the world s leading rugby brands - Gilbert, to share their expertise and apparel to our loyal customers. The agreement will see Gilbert kit out the next generation of professional rugby players emerging from the exposure gained in competing at Team Tours Direct festivals. Gilbert will deliver quality personalised sportswear and training equipment through specialist distributor Kitlocker, suppliers of sportswear for teams worldwide. Teams will receive a 20% discount on all team and leisurewear on orders under 1,000 and a 25% discount on orders over 1,000 with a giant inflatable to take on your tour. Some of the world s leading brands are working with Team Tours Direct, a testament to the quality of the events put on by the TTD team. Teams will now be able to enjoy the highest quality teamwear at discounted prices as a reward for being Team Tours Direct customers. It s an honour to be working with Gilbert, they have an excellent brand reputation and their product offering will be in massive demand with the clubs that attend our rugby festivals. We are delighted to be able to offer our teams a range of sportswear and training equipment at the leading edge of performance. Terry O Neill Chairman, Team Tours Direct IT S A NATURAL BRAND SYNERGY FOR GILBERT, WHO ARE EXCITED ABOUT WORKING WITH ONE OF THE MARKET LEADING GRASS ROOTS FESTIVAL PROVIDERS - TEAM TOURS DIRECT WELSH RUGBY ROCKS BROCHURE 2019

10 FEATURED FESTIVAL SOUTH COAST RUGBY ROCKS FESTIVAL TH - 5 TH MAY, 2019 TORQUAY, ENGLAND AGE GROUPS: U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 & U WEST COAST RUGBY ROCKS 4 TH - 5 TH MAY, 2019 BARNSTAPLE & BIDEFORD, UK AGE GROUPS: U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14 & U15 IRISH RUGBY ROCKS 13 TH - 14 TH APRIL, 2019 MIDLETON, IRELAND AGE GROUPS: U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 & U Rugby Festivals TEAM TOURS DIRECT OFFER WORLDWIDE FESTIVALS, BESPOKE & COACHING TOURS Team Tours Direct have been organising and running the highest quality sports festivals for over 25 years. Have a look at the page to the left and pick your perfect Bespoke Tours If you re looking for a team building experience then a bespoke tour is the choice for you. Let us take the hassle out of organising your team tour with a tailor made football package to the destination of your choice. We ll work with your festival destination. budget to create the perfect tour including 3 4 SPANISH RUGBY ROCKS 12 TH - 13 TH APRIL, 2019 SALOU, SPAIN BOYS: U12, U14, U15 & U16 WELSH RUGBY ROCKS 13 TH - 14 TH APRIL, 2019 SHOTTON, WALES AGE GROUPS: U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 & U Rugby Coaching Tours If you aren t looking to attend a festival then why not request an itinerary for a bespoke coaching tour. Destinations like Barcelona are always a really popular coaching tour choice, combining professional coaching sessions with qualified coaches. accommodation, transport and excursions. Friendly games against local sides can also be arranged to test yourselves while on tour. Our wide range of contacts means that wherever you choose to go we will know the best places and the right people to ensure you have a great tour. Team Tours Direct are ABTA registered (Association of British Travel Agents), giving you financial protection on your booking. 5 DUBAI RUGBY ROCKS 15 TH - 18 TH APRIL, 2019 DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES BOYS: U12, U14, U16 & YOUTH AMAZING FESTIVAL AND VERY WELL RUN, WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND #TTD THEY ARE ALWAYS PROFESSIONAL AND ACCOMMODATING. MANY THANKS FOR THE YEARS OF TRAVELLING WITH YOU FEATURED FESTIVAL DEVON RUGBY ROCKS FESTIVAL TH - 28 TH APRIL, 2019 DEVON, ENGLAND AGE GROUPS: U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14 & U (0) INFO@TEAMTOURSDIRECT.COM WELSH RUGBY ROCKS BROCHURE 2019

11 HERE S WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY We took part in the Welsh Rugby Rocks festival, 2017 with a team of U16 boys from a small town in the South of England. The accommodation was clean and perfectly set up for a fun-filled weekend. The festival was really well organised, John and Sam introduced themselves and remained visible throughout the weekend: if we had any concerns, asking for help wouldn t have been a problem. However everything was outstanding. All of our players and parents had a fantastic weekend,thanks Team Tours Direct for all your hard work. Would be happy to travel with you again. YEOVIL RFC It can be quite challenging to be charged as the organisers of a festival, you and your staff and partners have left all our tourists thoroughly complimentary - Many Thanks. I would also say it was great to compete in a festival of such a high standard of opposition. Please do pass on our sincere thanks to everyone involved and you are definitely the best rugby tour company we have ever come across. ESHER U15 S Thanks for your help organising the weekend, our boys and parents really enjoyed it. The trophy was a nice end to the trip. Thanks. HUDDERSFIELD U (0) INFO@TEAMTOURSDIRECT.COM

12 REASONS TO BOOK ESTABLISHED OVER 25 YEARS We have over 25 years experience organising the best team tours, festivals and pro-coaching trips all over the world. ONLINE PAYMENT PORTAL Individuals within the group can log in and make payments online through our payment portal, taking the pressure off the group organiser. LOW DEPOSIT PRICES Secure your place on tour today with a low deposit rate and ensure your team doesn t miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime. ABTA MEMBER Team Tours Direct are members of ABTA, the leading association of travel agents and tour operators. Giving you financial security on your booking. TRANSPORT PROVIDED Our prices include transport to and from your accommodation to the festival each day. HOW TO SECURE YOUR SPACE AT THE FESTIVAL Booking your place at the Welsh Rugby Rocks is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Just let us know you re interested by clicking on the enquiry button below and we ll check if we have spaces in your age group(s). 1 2 You will be given access to our online payment portal, individuals in your group can log in and pay for their places online, making life easier for the group organiser. APPLY FOR A PLACE AT THE FESTIVAL LET US KNOW YOU RE INTERESTED BY ING US AT INFO@WELSHRUGBYROCKS.COM OR CLICK THE ENQUIRE BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE PAY A LOW PART-DEPOSIT OF 10 PP TO SECURE YOUR SPACE AT THE FESTIVAL WE REQUIRE A SMALL 10PP PART-DEPOSIT FOLLOWED BY YOUR SECOND DEPOSIT ONE MONTH LATER FREE PLACES BREAKDOWN PEOPLE BOOKED FREE PLACES GET READY TO COMPETE IN THE FESTIVAL THERE WILL BE NOTHING MORE TO PAY UNTIL 10 WEEKS BEFORE THE FESTIVAL BEGINS. SEND US SOME PICS TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND GET THE BUZZ GOING! ENQUIRE NOW (0) INFO@TEAMTOURSDIRECT.COM WELSH RUGBY ROCKS BROCHURE 2019

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