FAQ

Do you have to be a really good rugby player to attend the academy?

No. Players of all abilities can attend the rugby academy in Queensland where they will receive quality coaching and play matches to improve their game.

Where is the Academy located?

The academy is located in the suburb of St Lucia which lies around 4km outside central Brisbane.It takes approximately 20 minutes to travel from the city to the academy on bus. There are regular buses between the city and St Lucia throughout the day so it is easy to get to the academy on public transport.

How is the accommodation structured?

All players on the programme share fully furnished apartments in Brisbane’s central business district. 

How many hours of training will players do each week?

Players undertake 15 hours of training each week.  

What times of the day are the training sessions held?

Players train each day during the week in the morning and the evening. 

Do players on the programme play matches for a club?

Yes, all players on the programme train with a club during the week and play matches in Queensland’s Premier Rugby Competition at the weekends.   

Is there any support whilst I’m away?

All staff at the academy are fully trained to deal with any sporting issues that arise during the placement. On the ground pastoral support will be available from the Sport Lived office in Brisbane who will be on hand to deal with any issues. You will be provided with full contact details of this office to ensure any problems are quickly dealt with.  The staff on the ground organise social events for the people on the programme ensuring that you have lots of fun and settle quickly in Brisbane. 

Can I extend my programme after 12/8 weeks?

Yes.  If you would like to do this please liaise with the Sport Lived staff in Brisbane.