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Welcome to Chinnor Rugby Club Welcome to Chinnor RFC from all of us associated with the club. The purpose of this booklet is to give you information to enable you to enjoy being a member whilst understanding how the club operates. Chinnor RFC was founded in 1963 by three enthusiasts for the game in the Bird in Hand public house in Chinnor. Hence the logo and the retention of the name, despite the fact that we have not played in Chinnor since 1974. Club members built the clubhouse that still stands on Towersey playing fields, and the club was based there until we moved to our current location in 1986. Chinnor RFC is a member s club, and each member is effectively an owner of it. Our activities are largely run by volunteers, and our existence is maintained through the financial support of our sponsors. It is managed via a Board that administers the playing of the game, looks after safeguarding issues, and spearheads the generation of revenue to enable this to happen. The club owns the freehold to the land and buildings. We are also an entertainment venue selling our hospitality services to local businesses, members and non-members in the community. This is an important revenue stream as it enables us to spend more on our playing and community activities. The club is one of Oxfordshire s largest youth organisations. Our work with the Rugby Football Union (RFU) and Sport England to earn the Club Mark standard is key to ensuring the club is both a safe and inclusive environment for our members from six years upwards. Our Youth Rugby is run by parents with the help of staff and coaching support from our Senior Rugby Group. The aim of the section is to introduce youngsters to the discipline and camaraderie that rugby engenders, and allow them to choose how they use these skills. We have many success stories about the club giving them something of real value. We hope that in the spirit of friendship, young players can gain an understanding that winning and losing are different sides of the same coin, and that you can learn from both. John Ashfield, President CRFC
WHAT S INSIDE THIS BOOKLET Page: 1. Contents 2. Our Commitment to You 3. Safeguarding Policy 4. Sunday Mornings and Training Evenings 5. Club Kit 6. Club Membership 7. What We Ask of You 8. Who s Who 9. Who s Who Directory 10. Chinnor RFC in the Community 11. How to Stay in Touch 12. Thank You to all of our Sponsors
Our Commitment to You Chinnor RFC is a family sports club with a commitment to the community it serves to provide a family friendly inclusive club where rugby players can be developed in an enjoyable and safe environment. The Club Coaching Philosophy To place the needs of the child first and encourage an atmosphere and environment where winning matches is neither the sole nor most important measure of success. There is an RFU player pathway, which covers Under 6s to Under 18s before the transition to adult rugby. This player progression introduces skills and competition in a structured way, and is underpinned by the core values of rugby. These are Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline and Sportsmanship.
Safeguarding Policy The CRFC Safeguarding Policy recognizes that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. It aims to ensure that regardless of age, gender, religion or beliefs, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or socio-economic background, all children: Have a positive and enjoyable experience of rugby at Chinnor RFC in a safe and child-centered environment. Are protected from abuse whilst participating in rugby and outside of the activity. All club members who coach (or have supervisory contact with) children undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check every three years. Only those disclosures issued through the RFU will be accepted by the RFU. First aid there is at least one first aider per age group. There is always a fully-equipped first aid kit available for each age group. More information on coaching, safeguarding and first aid is available on the club website.
Sunday Mornings and Training Evenings All age groups from U6-U16 begin their sessions at 10am and finish between 11 and 12 (depending upon age group). All fixtures are also played on Sundays. There is a mid-week training session for youth players aged 12 and upwards. Your age group administrator will inform you of details of fixtures and will ask for your child s availability. The season s fixture list is published on the club website on the relevant age group page. Chinnor Rugby Club is renowned for being cold in the winter, even if it feels mild outside your front door Please think about lots of layers for yourself and your youth, including hats and gloves and a flask of hot chocolate is always popular Tea/coffee and bacon sandwiches are for sale at the club on Sunday mornings. Post-match food is provided for all youth players (except for the U6s) either hotdogs for younger players or sit-down meals for older players. On training days, hotdogs and burgers are available to buy from the club. The club bar is open every Sunday morning and all parents and youths are welcome to come for a drink/bag of crisps after the rugby.
Youth Kit Chinnor shirt (black with white hoops) (provided to U13s and above) Black shorts Club socks (black with white hoops) Rugby boots (with approved kite-mark studs) Gum shield, essential for U9 and above Club Shop Opening times: Saturday when the 1 st XV are playing at home Every Sunday morning Chinnor RFC branded merchandise is available to purchase. Some pre-owned garments are on sale from time to time. Boot Exchange the Club Shop has a boot exchange available. For only a modest fee, your youth player can swap their boots for a larger size as they grow.
Club Membership If you are new to the club, youth players have 3 weeks to try us out before committing to joining the club. During this trial period he/she may not compete in fixtures or represent the club. Once the decision is made to join, all memberships must be paid online at http://www.chinnor-rfc.com/payments. Each youth player requires one parent or guardian to also join the club. You will be given a Contact and Medical Form and an RFU Registration form by your age group administrator. Please complete these and return them promptly. Membership fees: 1.Youth (U6) = 55 (unchanged since 2015/16) discounted to 50 if paid before 30th September 2017 needs a parent or guardian to be a member (playing or non-playing). Youth (U7-U13) = 75 (unchanged from 2015/16) discounted to 70 if paid before 30th September 2017 needs a parent or guardian to be a member (playing or non-playing). Youth (U14-U18) = 130 (unchanged from 2015/16) discounted to 120 if paid before 30th September 2017 needs a parent or guardian to be a member (playing or non-playing). Club Member (adult, non-playing) = 75 discounted to 140 if paid before 30th September 2017 Please pay by 30 th September 2017 to avoid the annual increase. In cases of genuine hardship, please speak to your coach or administrator in confidence. Season tickets: as well as Senior playing and Vice-President membership, these are also available to purchase on the website. Membership cards can be pre-charged to obtain a discount in the clubhouse.
What We Ask of You Respect for officials and coaches is paramount. We encourage positive behaviour and have codes of conduct. Please stay pitch-side during training sessions and fixtures rugby is a very physical game and injuries do occur. The younger players also often struggle with the cold and wet and sometimes need to stop early. Having a parent or guardian at the club is important and if you need to leave for any reason please pass responsibility to another parent pitch-side. Please note that no dogs are allowed at the club. Please park considerately in the club car park. AND enjoy our club. There are numerous adult rugby home matches and social events throughout the season that provide a great opportunity to socialize and enjoy the facilities that we offer
Who s Who RichardHindSmith YouthChair(U6 U9) GrantChanter YouthChair(U10 U13) ChrisHorne YouthChair(U14 U18) MandySpencer YouthSecretaryand SafeguardingOfficer PeterConway Hon.Secretary JohnAshfield President DougHumphries Chair SeanReid MembershipSecretary
Who s Who Directory Group Role Name Contact address Under 6 Coach Richard Hinde-Smith (Stand in) rhindesmith@gmail.com Admin Nicola Kent nicola.kent@nicolakent.com Under 7 Coach Richard Hinde-Smith rhindesmith@gmail.com Admin Rachel Fisher rrkfisher10@hotmail.com Under 8 Coach Simon Kent simon.kent@simonkent.com Admin Alexandra Dewson alihall207@gmail.com Under 9 Coach Paul Wyatt paul.d.wyatt@googlemail.com Admin Greer Morpeth greermorpeth@gmail.com Under 10 Coach Graham Davis gandedavis@btinternet.com Admin Emma Lambourne elambourne@ymail.com Under 11 Coach Marcus Jewell jeweller70@gmail.com Admin Emma Canter ejcanter@mac.com Under 12 Coach Nick Stainton nick.stainton@xerox.com Admin Celia Cullen c.cullen241@btinternet.com Under 13 Coach Grant Chanter grantchanter@gmail.com Admin Carri Clarke carriclarke@btinternet.com Under 14 Coach Chris Horne christopher_horne@uk2.net Admin Mandy Spencer mandy_spencer@hotmail.com Under 15 Coach Myles Hick myles@avtelglobal.com Admin Will Cullen william@oc2pus.com Under 16 Coach Mike Thorby mike.thorby@gmail.com Admin Stuart Mcintosh Through Web site Coach Mark Nicholls marknicholls12@gmail.com Colts (U17/18) Admin Nick Golding Through Web site
Chinnor RFC in the Community Coaching in schools: The club has good links with Lord Williams s School and local primary schools. This includes supporting rugby coaching where practicable to encourage participation in the sport. Holiday camps: The club run holiday camps usually for players aged 6 to 13 years during some school holidays. The camps are led by 1st XV players and qualified coaches who encourage skill development in a fun environment. Details are published on the club website, and holiday camps are open to members and nonmembers alike. Community activities in Thame: The club supports community activities including Thame Carnival, Thame Show and the annual Thame Awards. We are proud to include Thame Town Council and South Oxfordshire District Council as our friends. In addition, we always strive to be good neighbours. Volunteering: The entire club is run by volunteers. Only our clubhouse staff and contracted players are paid. There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer to coach, administer, officiate, fundraise, be a first aider etc. Induction and training will be provided. Coaches and referees are expected to attend courses run by the RFU leading to recognised qualifications. Volunteer posts are not remunerated. However, course fees are generally reimbursed. Speak to your coach, administrator or committee member for more information about volunteering.
How to Stay in Touch The club website is a comprehensive and up to date information resource: www.chinnor-rfc.com News updates are available via email. Remember to opt-in to receive email updates when you complete the Contact Form Do follow the club on Twitter @CHINNORRUGBY Also follow the Facebook page: search for Chinnor RFC News
Thank you to all of our Sponsors We are indebted to our generous sponsors. They all make a financial contribution to the club, and without their support the club would not be so successful. Sponsorship packages, including access to purchase international tickets, and pitch-side and programme advertising are available. Packages range from hundreds of pounds (Bronze level) to thousands of pounds (Silver and Gold levels) and beyond. There are also opportunities to sponsor playing kit for senior and youth teams. The club is also generously supported by members and sponsors who attend key fundraising events during the season. These include Oktoberfest (usually held in early October), St George s Day Lunch, Sportsman s Dinner and the now legendary Picnic Ball. If you are interested in sponsoring the club, please speak to Mike Hughes. Email: sponsorship@chinnor-rfc.com
Chinnor RFC (Thame) Our Vision (2017 2021). Our vision Our measures of success Our strategic pillars Financially we will always break even or return a surplus into the club Our vision is for visitors to leave Chinnor saying I wish we were like that We will have 600+ senior, junior and mini players as well as playing representative rugby at junior & senior levels We will continuously improve Chinnor experience through regular member & visitor feedback Our 1 st XV aspire to compete in National League 1 PLAYER RECRUITMENT, PARTICIPATION & PERFORMANCE Meeting the scale of our players ambitions Constantly recruit and welcome new players at youth and senior level Retain players and transition them through age grade rugby and on to adult rugby Focus on longterm player development Provide high quality coaching Support and participate in County rugby FINANCIAL STABILITY Managing responsibly for a sound future Generate and offer ongoing sponsorship and advertising opportunities Organise and run fundraising events Budget for, and control, fixed and variable costs Create a return from trading activities Provide oversight and governance of operations Manage capital projects / spend OUR ROLE IN THE COMMUNITY How we integrate in the wider world Maintain good links with Lord Williams s School as well as local primary schools Foster good relations with our neighbours and Thame residents Liaise with and support Thame Town Council and SODC Support the work of Oxfordshire RFU, Bucks RFU and the RFU Maintain good relations with Thame Show and local sports clubs THE CHINNOR EXPERIENCE The way we behave and the welcome we offer Embrace the core values of rugby: Teamwork Respect Enjoyment Discipline Sportsmanship Offer a friendly welcome to visiting players, supporters and match officials Strive for the highest standards of conduct and discipline Manage our pitches and clubhouse well (including H&S) OUR VOLUNTEERS The people who support the club Actively recruit and welcome new volunteers Provide training and support to volunteers in coaching, first aid, refereeing, and other roles Recognise the level of support given by all volunteers Provide a supportive culture that strives to improve Ensure volunteers comply with safeguarding requirements