Can you hear the Thunder?

Part of Colchester Kings RFC, Colchester Thunder RFC is the new LGBTQ+ touch rugby team that’s here to save the day with inclusivity, pride, and power!

40+

2

times a week

members

Inspired by the spirit of superheroes, Colchester Thunder is our Touch Rugby team — a fast, fun, non-contact version of rugby where a light touch replaces tackles. It’s played with the same ball, space, and teamwork as rugby, but without scrums, lineouts, or heavy collisions, making it easy to learn and welcoming for all fitness levels.

Colchester Thunder welcomes players of all genders and abilities, creating a community where everyone’s unique superpower shines. You don’t need to be a seasoned athlete to join the Thunder, and newcomers are welcome at any time. Our mission is simple: have fun, keep moving, and be a supportive community where you can unleash your inner hero on the field.

Grab your cape (or rugby boots) and join Colchester Thunder RFC — where together, we are unstoppable! ⚡

Inclusive Training

We train weekly on Mondays at 6:30pm where the whole squad gets together, plus a social training on Saturdays at 10am.

Social Events

It's not just about getting on the pitch, its about meeting new people and making new friends.

We compete in the IGR Touch league every year and play games against other LGBTQ+ inclusive clubs like ours!

Competitive Matches

What do we do?

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Playing touch rugby

Touch rugby is a minimal contact version
of rugby. It’s just as explosive and
powerful as the rugby you see on tv!

Our team is a mixed-gender team, which
means you can join us no matter what
your gender is!

Our team wishes to encourage people in
the LGBTQ+ community, and their allies,
to get involved in playing rugby together.

About the game

You’ll develop fundamental skills such as running, passing, catching, evasion and support play.

In a game each half is 20mins and teams are made up of 14 people, with 6 people on the pitch at any one time. Touch the ball down over the line and score a try, but if you get touched by the opposite time more than 6 times, the ball gets turned over to the other team!

Not only is it a great way to meet new friends, but it’s also a fantastic way to get some exercise and try something new!

Players of all ages over 18 are welcome to join!

Training sessions are 1 hour long and are you can play without any previous experience. It’s designed to be fun and lighthearted, making Touch Rugby accessible to everyone!

Meet new people

What is Touch Rugby?

Our Location

Address

Colchester Rugby Club, Cuckoo Farm Way, Colchester CO4 5YX

Training sessions

Mondays: 6:30-7:30 PM

Saturdays: 10:00AM - 11:00 PM

Want to join?

It's simple to come and get involved!

Just fill out our new player information form and our Memberships Officer will be in touch with you to invite you along to training.

You don't need any previous experience, we'd just love for you to come along!

Thank you to our Sponsors and Partners

We're so grateful for our sponsors and partners that help us be the superheroes we are!

They allow us to ensure that we have a safe and welcoming place to to train, help support our members by funding meberships, buying equipment and lots more.

Thank you so much for your continued support and we look forward to partnering with you for years to come!

Shop Teamwear

Looking for training gear? Or just want to support our squad?

Visit the VX3 Thunder store

Get in touch

Still got questions? Please reach out to us!