Rugby Academy Ireland is a pioneering academy helping aspiring players enhance their rugby and lifestyle skills through practical training and a bespoke curriculum.
Full-time and part-time routes designed around your rugby ambitions, on and off the pitch.

An 8 month training programme for aspiring players.

Tomorrow's women rugby stars begin here.

Love rugby? Live rugby during your TY.

Monthly training & international tournaments.
Programmes are tailored to individual needs, using our connections with European and other clubs to open scouting opportunities locally and abroad.
Based at the beautiful Stradbally Hall — a purpose-built environment for elite development.



"Sending our son Stefan to Ireland was one of the biggest decisions of our lives — he also got trials for Italy!"Charl du Plessis
"A professional setup in a great environment with friendly and extremely knowledgeable coaches."David Upton
"I would highly recommend the RAI programme to help you achieve your goals."Conor Nesbitt
Call us on (+353) 86 412 9196 or email us — we'll be happy to talk you through the programmes available.
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