Bubble touch

How it works

1. Touch rugby, with one extra rule. Only the ball carrier and one support player from each team can be inside the bubble, roughly 3 big steps around the ball.
2. A third attacker in the bubble is a turnover. A third defender in the bubble gives the attack a free pass.
3. The coach shouts “bubble!” when it's crowded, so players learn to check.

Coaching points

• Ask the players outside the bubble where they should be. Let them work it out.
• Praise players who move away from the ball to make space.
• Keep the area small enough that width still matters.

Ready for the next level when: The bubble stays clear without the coach having to call it.