didi rugby coach Caitlin Clark makes debut for Wasps Women

A lady rugby player called Caitlin Clark smiles while wearing a blue sports top

didi rugby coach Caitlin Clark has made her Premier XVs full debut for Wasps.

It has been a whirlwind few weeks for 20-year-old Caitlin, who developed her love of the game while coaching youngsters at didi rugby Reading classes.

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Caitlin Clark

She has also helped out England star and didi franchisee, Alex Matthews at didi rugby Worcester sessions too.

But now, it’s Caitlin’s chance to shine on the big stage as she made her debut against Worcester and looked very much a part of the action.

Centre of Excellence

The game was a thrilling high-scoring affair with visitors Wasps on the wrong end of a 57-28 scoreline.

Caitlin began making moves as a member of England Under-18s while training at the Wasps Centre of Excellence.

She them played for Worcester RFC in Championship 1, while also captaining her Worcester University side, where she is studying Sport Psychology.

didi rugby coach Caitlin Clark with a young boy at a class
didi rugby Reading coach Caitlin Clark a few years ago

Caitlin was called up two weeks ago to train with Wasps senior team and, just two weeks later, signed for them for the rest of the current season.

This means she will combining her studies with travelling back and forth to London.

Franchise holder

It’s something that mum – and didi rugby Reading joint franchise holder – Donna Clark thinks she will take in her stride.

“As parents we are always extremely proud of her tenacity, strength and determination both on and off the pitch,” said Donna.

“Over the last few days, people around her in her life at Worcester have reached out to us to tell us how coachable and dependable she is and how supportive she is of others.

“This only makes us beam with pride and we can’t wait to see what she achieves next!”

Exciting times

It is an exciting time for members of the didi rugby family at the minute.

Along with Caitlin’s news, didi rugby Nottingham coach Charlotte Chaston is making waves within the Loughborough Lightning Centre of Excellence set up.

Meanwhile, didi rugby Leicester franchise owner Jenny Burrows has recently been an assistant referee at an England Under-18 Women’s international.

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Charlotte Chaston

didi rugby CEO Vicky Macqueen said: “We are all delighted for Caitlin. She was much loved by the children and parents at didi rugby Reading classes and I am sure her Wasps team mates and coaches feel the same way about her.

“Everyone at didi rugby will be watching her play with interest and can’t wait to see what she can achieve on and off the field.”

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didi rugby becomes a member of the British Franchise Association

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didi rugby has been accepted as a new member of the industry leading British Franchise Association (BFA).

The link will give didi rugby access to a wide range of resources and information that will enable the business to grow and offer a better service to franchisees, parents and children alike.

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didi rugby CEO Vicky Macqueen has said the news is a ‘huge step for everyone involved in the business’.

The BFA is the UK’s voluntary self-regulatory body for franchising. It is a membership organisation that promotes ethical franchising practices and supports the growth of the franchising industry in the UK.

BFA member

Joining the BFA as a member has many benefits for franchisees, franchisors, and other professionals in the franchising sector.

The BFA provides members with access to best practices, industry news, and networking opportunities. They offer a range of training programs, seminars, and workshops.

didi rugby CEO Vicky Macqueen
didi rugby CEO Vicky Macqueen

“It’s a really big thing for us all at didi rugby and I would like to congratulate everyone involved with our application,” said Vicky.

“I would also like to thank our wonderful franchisees around the country who gave the BFA such good feedback when they were asked to rate our performance and support as a franchise business.

Benefit for franchisees

“Becoming an ’emerging’ member of the BFA will benefit both us and our franchisees because it opens up a whole host of resources and events which will enable us to maintain our drive for continual improvement.

“Everything we learn can be passed down to our franchisees to help them grow and run increasingly successful businesses of their own.

“Ultimately, our customers will benefit too because they will be attending exciting, fun and well-run classes by highly motivated coaches and franchise owners.”

‘The didi brand will benefit from increased exposure as well as the support and guidance of the BFA. We are really excited to make the most of our partnership.”

didi rugby now shares membership with a BFA organisation that also includes the likes of: Subway, Burger King, Costa, Clarks, Camping and Caravanning Club, Dyno-Rod and McDonalds among its established members.

The BFA is the original and largest not-for-profit trade association for franchising in the UK and has been running for over 40 years.

British Franchise Association membership

It is the only association to work in partnership with the European Franchise Federation (EFF) and World Franchise Council (WFC), influencing standards and legislation across Europe.

The BFA says that its core aim is to “support and influence high quality ethical business format franchising in accordance with the European Code of Ethics”.

The BFA proactively collaborates with government, academia, the media, other trade associations and the UK public on what constitutes franchising best practice. It seeks to educate, influence and provide advice and guidance about what franchising is and the fantastic opportunities available via this business model.

didi rugby is committed to providing high standard classes for our customers as well as high standard support for our franchisees.

If you are interested in joining our passionate didi rugby team and exploring a range of live franchise opportunities near where you live, please scan the QR code below with the camera on your smartphone to find out more.

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Find a didi rugby class in Lutterworth at Lutterworth Rugby Club

Find a didi rugby class in Lutterworth at Lutterworth Rugby Club

Introduce your children to rugby with didi rugby classes at Lutterworth Rugby Club in Lutterworth. 

Our program is designed to get kids active, teach them new skills and improve their co-ordination, speed and balance.   We provide a positive, safe and friendly environment where children learn and develop social skills while they have lots of fun!  (and there is an opportunity for parents to make friends too!)

There are three age group classes: 18 months to three years, three to four and four to six held every Saturday morning during term time.

Follow the links below to

  • Book a FREE taster sessions (available for each class)
  • Join a New Term Open sessions
  • Book into half term and Holiday camps

didi rugby Lutterworth is led by Hannah Faulds.  A qualified England Rugby Coach Hannah has a wealth of experience working in nurseries, primary and secondary schools, and as an extra bonus with coaching qualifications with England Athletics and England Netball Hannah designs sessions that provide a full range of transitional skills to support physical activity and social development.

These classes are ideal for children living in:
Lutterworth, Cotesbatch, Bitteswell, Ashbyparva, Magnaparva, Ullesthorpe, Leire, Gilmorton, Walcote, Swinford

Lutterworth Rugby Club

Ashby Lane
Bitteswell
Lutterworth
Leicestershire
LE17 4AW

Ran by didi rugby Lutterworth
Contact Hannah Faulds – 07970 433452  
hannah.faulds@didirugby.com

Payments

didi rugby is membership based with fees based on delivering of 38 weeks of sessions during school terms.  The fees for 38 weeks of classes are totalled and divided between 12 equal monthly payments.  From previous experience our customers prefer this ongoing arrangement as there are 12 equal payments rather than paying varying amounts and no re-enrolments are needed.  Your didi rugby membership entitles you to 38 sessions during school terms; special offers for classes, discounted school holiday camps; didi rugby presentation and ambassador events.

Alternative payment option

Cannot commit to every week.. didi rugby Lutterworth also offers a voucher scheme, if you are not sure you can attend on a regular basis you can buy four, six or ten vouchers.   Once you have created an online account you can select the dates you can attend, equally we will mark your attendance at each session.

Create an account and choose your payment options..

Added Extras!

didi rugby Lutterworth runs an awards scheme based on attendance.  Awards include didi rugby merchandise such as story book, pencil case and boot bag.

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Find a didi rugby class in Clitheroe at Roefield Leisure Centre

Find a didi rugby class in Clitheroe at Roefield Leisure Centre

Introduce your children to rugby at a young age with didi rugby classes at Roefield Leisure Centre in Clitheroe. There are three age groups: 18 months to three years, three to four and four to six.

Our program is designed to get kids active, teach them new skills and improve their co-ordination, speed and balance. It will also help them learn social skills while they have lots of fun in a positive, safe and friendly environment.

These classes are ideal for children living in: Clitheroe, billington, langho, whalley, hurst green, Great harwood, Nelson, Blackburn

Roefield Leisure Centre

Edisford Road
Clitheroe
Lancashire
BB7 3LA

Ran by didi rugby Blackburn and Ribble Valley
Contact John O’Ryan – 07988 720062  
john.oryan@didirugby.com

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Find a didi rugby class in Clitheroe at Waddington & West Bradford CE School

Find a didi rugby class in Clitheroe at Waddington & West Bradford CE School

Introduce your children to rugby at a young age with didi rugby classes at Waddington & West Bradford CE School in Clitheroe. There are three age groups: 18 months to three years, three to four and four to six.

Our program is designed to get kids active, teach them new skills and improve their co-ordination, speed and balance. It will also help them learn social skills while they have lots of fun in a positive, safe and friendly environment.

These classes are ideal for children living in: Clitheroe, West Bradford, Gisburn, Barnoldswick, Slaidburn, Bolton-by-bowland, Hurst Green, Dunsop Bridge, Grindleton

Waddington & West Bradford CE School

West Bradford Road
Clitheroe
Lancashire
BB7 3JE

Ran by didi rugby Blackburn and Ribble Valley
Contact John O’Ryan – 07988 720062  
john.oryan@didirugby.com

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Find a didi rugby class in Blackburn at St Mary’s Mellor C of E Primary School

Find a didi rugby class in Blackburn at St Mary’s Mellor C of E Primary School

Introduce your children to rugby at a young age with didi rugby classes at St Mary’s Mellor C of E Primary School in Mellor, Blackburn. There are three age groups: 18 months to three years, three to four and four to six.

Our program is designed to get kids active, teach them new skills and improve their co-ordination, speed and balance. It will also help them learn social skills while they have lots of fun in a positive, safe and friendly environment.

These classes are ideal for children living in: Ramsgreave, Wilpshire, Walton le Dale, Beardwood, Langho, Samlesbury, Pleasington, Lammack, Ribchester, Brownhill

St Mary’s Mellor C of E Primary School

Brundhurst Fold
Mellor
Blackburn
Lancashire
BB2 7JT

Ran by didi rugby Preston, Blackburn and Ribble Valley
Contact John O’Ryan – 07988 720062  
john.oryan@didirugby.com

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Find a didi rugby class in Bristol at Kingswood RFC

Find a didi rugby class in Bristol at Kingswood RFC

Introduce your children to rugby at a young age with didi rugby classes at Kingswood RFC in Bristol. There are three age groups: 18 months to three years, three to four and four to six.

Our program is designed to get kids active, teach them new skills and improve their co-ordination, speed and balance. It will also help them learn social skills while they have lots of fun in a positive, safe and friendly environment.

These classes are ideal for children living in:
Kingswood
Hanham
St George
Longwell Green
Warmley
Wick
Oldland Common
Cadbury Heath

Kingswood RFC

Grimsbury Rd Playing Fields
Grimsbury Rd
Bristol
South Gloucestershire
BS15 9RA

Ran by didi rugby Bristol
Contact Simon Gully – 07870 800294  
roxy.gully@didirugby.com

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Find a didi rugby class in Bristol at Clifton RFC

Find a didi rugby class in Bristol at Clifton RFC

Introduce your children to rugby at a young age with didi rugby classes at Clifton RFC in Bristol. There are three age groups: 18 months to three years, three to four and four to six.

Our program is designed to get kids active, teach them new skills and improve their co-ordination, speed and balance. It will also help them learn social skills while they have lots of fun in a positive, safe and friendly environment.

These classes are ideal for children living in:
Westbury on trym
Patchway
Southmead
Avonmouth
Henbury
Bradley Stoke
Almondsbury

Clifton RFC

Station Road
Cribbs Causeway
Bristol
South Gloucestershire
BS10 7TT

Ran by didi rugby Bristol
Contact Simon Gully – 07870 800294  
roxy.gully@didirugby.com

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Find a didi rugby class in Coventry at Broadstreet RFC

Find a didi rugby class in Coventry at Broadstreet RFC

Introduce your children to rugby at a young age with didi rugby classes at Broadstreet RFC in Coventry. There are three age groups: 18 months to three years, three to four and four to six.

Our program is designed to get kids active, teach them new skills and improve their co-ordination, speed and balance. It will also help them learn social skills while they have lots of fun in a positive, safe and friendly environment.

These classes are ideal for children living in: Coventry, Binley, Brinklow, Ryton on Dunsmore, Walsgrave

Broadstreet RFC

The Ivor Preece Field
105 Rugby Road
Coventry
Warwickshire
CV3 2AY

Ran by didi rugby Coventry and Warwickshire
Contact Andy Fox – 07506 191982 
andy.fox@didirugby.com

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Find a didi rugby class in Shipston-on-Stour at Shipston-on-Stour RFC

Find a didi rugby class in Shipston-on-Stour at Shipston-on-Stour RFC

Introduce your children to rugby at a young age with didi rugby classes at Shipston-on-Stour RFC in Shipston-on-Stour. There are three age groups: 18 months to three years, three to four and four to six.

Our program is designed to get kids active, teach them new skills and improve their co-ordination, speed and balance. It will also help them learn social skills while they have lots of fun in a positive, safe and friendly environment.

These classes are ideal for children living in: Shipston-on-Stour, Barcheston, Willington, Honnington, Darlingscott

Shipston-on-Stour RFC

Mayo Road
Shipston-on-Stour
Warwickshire
CV36 4BH

Ran by didi rugby Coventry and Warwickshire
Contact Andy Fox – 07506 191982 
andy.fox@didirugby.com

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