Join the Free Jacks Winter Development Program and improve your skills with the Back to Back Major League Rugby Champions.

Join the Free Jacks Winter Development Program and improve your skills with the Back to Back Major League Rugby Champions.
Free Jacks Academy Announcement
The New England Free Jacks are excited to announce our 2025 Winter Development Program, an exceptional opportunity for young rugby players in the U18 and U23 age groups to enhance their skills under the guidance of elite coaches and championship-winning players. Taking place over six sessions on Sundays from January to March, this program offers participants a unique combination of professional-level coaching, one-on-one feedback, and skill development to prepare them for their rugby journey.
Program Details:
- When: January 26, February 2, February 9, February 16, February 23, March 2 (all Sunday sessions)
- Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
- Where: Hale Family YMCA, 79 Coddington St, Quincy, MA 02169
- Cost: $300 (includes a ticket to the 2025 Free Jacks Home Opener!)
These six sessions are designed to refine fundamental skills, build athletic confidence, and accelerate growth in critical aspects of the game. The Free Jacks Academy High-Performance Staff and back-to-back championship players will deliver hands-on instruction and individualized feedback, offering a developmental experience unparalleled in New England.

Image Featuring: Some of the Participants of the 2024 Winter Development Program
Looking to the future
As we look to the future of American rugby, the Free Jacks Winter Development Program plays a vital role in the Free Jacks Pathways, a system designed to identify and nurture young talent that could one day represent the USA in the 2031 Rugby World Cup. With every drill, every skill session, and every piece of feedback, the Winter Development Program is aimed at putting participants on a path to elite rugby, equipping them with the tools to succeed at higher levels.
Why Join the Winter Development Program?
By enrolling in the Winter Development Program, you gain access to premier coaching and a professional training environment that mirrors what the top players experience. The program’s intensive sessions are perfect for any young athlete determined to reach the highest levels of the game.
If you’re ready to start your journey towards elite rugby, secure your spot in the Winter Development Program. This is your moment to develop your skills, make connections, and take the first steps in a rugby journey that could lead to the national stage.
For More information on the Free Jacks academy, Community and Foundation check out our website or reach out the Thomas Grant.
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