Former Attendees of the camp

Alex Corbisero - England and London Irish
I enrolled in the French Rugby and language program when I was 15. I was eager to gain quality coaching and practice over the summer as I had aspirations of progressing my rugby career. I was playing 5 nights a week during the school year for my club (Cobham) , my school (American Community School) , County (Surrey) and the London Welsh academy . I needed to keep it up over the summer and I was studying French at School, so I decided to give it a go.

The facilities were excellent near Biarritz. The level of Rugby was to an extremely high standard. We played the France national age-group side, which was certainly a highlight. Weather was superb. The coaches were excellent and all experienced professionals. My team mates were mostly Irish and great fun. I did improve my French quite a bit. I was appointed chief translator. Everyday I would walk into the town and order steak Hache for the gang. It was a great way keep in shape, learn the game and improve my French. I would do it again in a heartbeat.

Luke Fitzgerald - Ireland and Leinster
My many trips to rugbyandfrench contained wonderful memories; surfing, sailing, French classes, good food and great fun, but best of all was the rugby and coaching. Every day was full and the setting was brilliant. On perfect pitches in glorious sunshine and we were given the freedom to play and the help and encouragement to play a certain way. An invaluable experience.

Gary Foley - Ireland under 19
Unbelievable time, great for my rugby and was always encouraged to develop my skills and think for myself.

David O Callaghan - Ireland under 18 captain
The focus on skills was what most impressed me about the camp, with an emphasis on free flowing rugby. By the end I felt I was a better player tactically and technically. This comes down to the expert coaching and fitness work all done in enjoyable atmosphere. The opportunity to play high standard opposition was for most a once in a lifetime experience. I would recommend the camp to anyone looking to enjoy themselves and learn a bit of French but who is also serious about their rugby.

Alan Rogan - Housemaster and teacher Blackrock College and International Referee
Just what boys of this age need; excellent coaching, very strong leadership, discipline, French classes and constant positive challenges and competition. The set up is safe, the food is great and the results are consistently excellent.

Gerry Thornley - rugby journalist with Irish Times and parent
It's more than just a summer camp or even a rugby camp. First and foremost is the approach to rugby and the emphasis on skills, (all in an ideal setting) but there's also a variety of activities which gives the boys an action packed experience in a disciplined and enjoyable environment. It's a chance for boys to make friends while the coaching staff are passionate about what they do and have a natural ability to relate to kids of this age, which makes them excellent role models. Both my sons attended one of them 3 times as have several of their friends.