Club Objectives:
The Aberfeldy Rugby Football Club (ARFC) is a not-for-profit association that was formed in 2015 by a small number of local individuals for the purpose of promoting the game of rugby in the surrounding area. The club encourages playing members of all ages to participate in the sport of rugby and the associated social events. The club also encourages non-playing members to join, to support the team, and to enjoy the social aspects of membership. In addition to the benefits of participating in the sport of rugby, the club sees its role in community engagement as one of its key purposes.
The specific objectives of the club are set out in its constitution as follows:
- Participation in the sport of rugby union is hereinafter referred to as the “sport”.
- The organisation, management, and development of the sport in Aberfeldy and the surrounding district for all members of the club.
- Membership of appropriate leagues for the purpose of establishing regular competitive play for the club’s representative teams.
- The provision of training and playing facilities for its members.
- Promoting and maintaining the highest standards of technical competence and safety in the sport.
- Teaching and upholding the rules of the sport.
- Providing equal opportunities for participation by all sections of the community.
- Promoting and fostering within the club: sportsmanship, respect, fairness, self-confidence, friendship, and fun.