Senior Men Rugby (18+)
The Canucks Senior Men Program is our original rugby program that has fielded teams in the Alberta Rugby Union for over 50 years. The Senior Men have a deep history of competitive on-field performance and a strong off-field culture through traditions, events, and international tours. We field three men’s teams, but function as one side with players of all ages and skill levels part of one culture. No matter experience, there’s a spot for everyone in our Senior Men’s Program.
We are one of two clubs in Alberta that field three Senior Men teams, providing ranging options of game play for players of all kinds based on commitment, skill, and competition level. There is no “set team” for any division and many players play multiple teams throughout the season.
(AC) Premier Division (1)
Alberta Cup (AC) Premier Division (1):
Recent Accolades: 2022, 2019 Alberta Cup Champions 2022, 2021, 2019 Calgary City Champions
The Alberta Cup (AC) is the highest level of rugby for men in Alberta, competing with teams from both Calgary and Edmonton as well as players from around the world for the Labatts Alberta Cup. The AC division is predominantly for experienced and skilled rugby players aspiring to develop or continue their rugby career at a highly competitive level.
Commitment: May - September
Off-season winter indoor sessions required.
In-season Tuesday & Thursday training is required for Premier players.
12 games on Saturdays – no games on long weekends.
3 - 4 away games in Edmonton (transportation provided) and 1-2 playoff games in September, if necessary.
80 minute games.
Additional strength & conditioning recommended.
Cost:
Regular: $600
U21: $502
U19: $435
(Please note, cost should never be a barrier to play and we have many resources to help alleviate cost concerns. If payment assistance is required, please contact us)
Development Division (2):
Recent Accolades: 2022 Calgary City Champions
The Development division is for younger players looking to develop and improve on their skills or players who are less serious about the game now but still want to scratch the competitive itch. The Development division plays Calgary and surrounding area clubs with varying skill level and competition.
Commitment: May - September
Off-season winter sessions recommended.
In-season Tuesday & Thursday training is required for Development players.
10 - 12 games on Fridays & Saturday from May to September – no games on long weekends.
1-2 away games and 1-2 playoff games in September, if necessary.
80 minute games with rolling substitutions.
Cost:
Regular: $600
U21: $502
U19: $435
(Please note, cost should never be a barrier to play and we have many resources to help alleviate cost concerns. If payment assistance is required, please contact us)
Development Division (2)
Recreational Division (3)
Recreational “Dads Army” Division (3):
Recent Accolades: 2019 Calgary City Champions
The Recreational Division is for players looking to stay involved in rugby with less commitment or just beginning. The Canucks Recreational “Dads Army” have been the backbone of our Men's Program for decades with a strong collection of former competitive players, young and new players building a fun but casually competitive environment. The Recreational division is lower level competition, but a great place to keep your career going or get it started.
Commitment: May - September
In-season Thursday training is required for Recreational players.
10-11 games (mostly) on Friday nights from May to September with 1 away game and 1-2 playoff games, if necessary, in September.
80 minute games with rolling substitutions.
Cost:
Regular: $600
Recreational only $ 553
U21: $502
U19: $435
(Please note, cost should never be a barrier to play and we have many resources to help alleviate cost concerns. If payment assistance is required, please contact us)
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We encourage all our players to be available for as many games as possible, but we understand everyone has lives, jobs and other commitments, especially throughout the summer season in Calgary. There’s no mandate to play all the games in any division and we accommodate our players outside commitments throughout the season.
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Vice-President, Canucks Senior Men’s Rugby: Shane Tevelein
Head Coach: Darcy Gallant
Assistant Coach:
Senior Men Club Captain: Wade Louden
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