Rippa

On Wednesday Room 6 was playing Rippa. After a while we went on the field and we were learning how to rip tags off people. After a few minutes we played a game called Rats and Rabbits where you had to rip the tags off people while they ran to their line. It was so amazing and exciting when we were playing that game. The new skill I learned was to rip the tag off people. You had to run fast and keep your eye on the tag. by Tyrone

Rippa Rugby

When it was Tuesday , we had Rippa Rugby and the coach was Mike. Surprisingly when we got started, I sprinted like a lion and I snatched three tags. I said to myself" I have got to improve! Then Faisal stepped up and said, " This is how I do it. When a person is running I quickly rip the tag." Joseph C This is a quote from the Harbour Rugby site (http://www.harbourrugby.co.nz/media/documents/Rules%20For%20Rippa%20Rugby.pdf) Rippa Rugby is a game for young rugby players. It is a very safe, noncontact, easy-to-play game for both boys and girls alike. Best of all it’s fun and exciting for all involved. While the rules are simple and the game easy to learn, Rippa Rugby will promote excellent ball-handling and running skills, and give all kids a chance to participate in our national game. The New Zealand Rugby Union is proud to recommend Rippa Rugby and we are sure it will give the kids in your team a fun, safe and enjoyable sporting experience.