With Bath Foundation, we are Fostering an Inclusive Environment for All and Instilling Core Values Through Rugby.
Creating a space where young people facing barriers join a supportive network and community, with peer support and pathways for further development.
Using the positive values of rugby—character development, respect, teamwork, and resilience—to shape participants’ growth. Sessions are designed to help young people apply these values to real-life situations, reinforcing personal development both on and off the field.
“Rugby makes me feel strong and confident. I would like to say to Maddy’s Mark and Bath Rugby Foundation thank you for being amazing and thank you for teaching us how to play rugby.”
Alicia enjoyed knowing that taking part in rugby was building up her muscles. This made her feel confident and drove her to want to carry on rugby. She found it very inspiring that you can be of any size to play rugby, and it doesn’t matter where you come from, everyone can take part.
Ava-Rose said, “Playing rugby has made me feel brave, confident and happy.”
Taking part in our Maddy’s Mark programme made Ava-Rose feel good about herself because she was learning something new. It raised her confidence, realising she could run fast and that no matter who you were, you could take part.
Ava-Rose really enjoyed this rugby being for girls only. She felt safer trying something new, at a slower pace without the sometimes boisterous nature of boys. Scoring tries made Ava very happy as it was something she had never done before.
And her class teacher Georgia Clark noted:
“Sessions run by Bath Rugby Foundation and Maddy’s Mark have been super engaging, the girls learnt to develop skills over time with plenty of practice”
