Clubs
Bayside Masters
Bayside Masters are Melbourne’s newest Masters Rugby Club, founded in 2023. Based in the grand Bayside suburb of Brighton, our members come from all over town and include people from all walks of life and all parts of the world. We have a strong emphasis on fun, fitness, mental health and community.
Aside from our core group of passionate VicMasters Rugby players, we also run Touch Rugby and Fitness sessions (typically Sundays 4-6pm) as well as having an active social calendar.
Location: Wilson Reserve, Brighton
Barbarians Rugby Melbourne
The Barbarians are a group of players from various clubs in Melbourne that have come together to celebrate rugby and mateship.
We align ourselves to charities and raise money through our love of Rugby. We pride ourselves in supporting the growth of rugby at all levels and corridors of Victoria.
The BaaBaas welcome anyone wanting to play and support all things great about the game - flair, courage, spirit and passion.
Box Hill RUFC (The UNQUENCHABLEs)
Box Hill Rugby Union Football Club field a team for players who are "young at heart" in the VRU masters’ grade competition. We get together every Thursday night throughout the year from 6.30pm for an optional game of touch under lights.
New members to the Masters squad are very welcome. If you are over 35, or feel over 35, and are interested in playing in the Masters competition or simply want to play a game of touch on a Thursday night, please contact us or just turn up at the clubrooms. You can be assured of a warm welcome.
Location: RHL Sparkes Reserve - Cnr Canterbury & Middleborough Roads, Box Hill, VIC, 3128
Maroondah Misfits RUFC
Based in the foothills of the Dandenongs, Maroondah RUFC fields both a senior and veterans (masters) team. The club boasts a strong rugby history in the north eastern suburbs of Melbourne with one of the best grounds and locations in the state.
Our masters team is a bunch of grate mates who get up to mischief (why we call ourselves the Misfits), who love playing rugby and being apart of a fantastic community. If you are based in the north eastern suburbs are interested in joining a great rugby club we look forward to hearing from you.
Location: Griff Hunt Reserve, Lyons Road, Croydon VIC 3171
Melbourne Chargers RUFC
The Melbourne Chargers is Melbourne's gay and inclusive rugby team. The club formed in 2009 with the purpose of creating a rugby team where new players could learn the game in an accepting environment and players who had left the sport because of their sexuality could play openly.
We aim to contribute to the promotion and development of the sport of Rugby Union in Victoria and to provide a new and diverse social opportunity for same-sex attracted people.
Locatoin: Orrong Romanis Reserve, Prahran VIC 3181
Melbourne RUFC
The Unicorns’ Masters team, the ‘Gerries’, welcome players who might be returning to the game after a bit of a lay-off; those who might be new to the game but have always fancied giving it a go; and those who’ve decided that the days of playing grade are now behind them. Many of the players are parents of Junior players – who love watching Dad get smashed around on a Saturday afternoon. Enjoyment of the game and each other’s company is the foundation stone of the ‘Gerrie’s’ ethos. They still like winning as well.
Location: Orrong Romanis Reserve, Prahran VIC 3181
Melbourne University RUFC
Melbourne University Rugby Football Club (MURFC) is a foundation Club of the Victorian Rugby Union and the only such club remaining in the Victorian Premier Division since 1909. MURFC fields five teams in the Premier Division, including a Colts (U20) team, and a team including Over 35’s. We welcome all players, students and non-students, coaches, and their families to the club.
Location: Brens Pavilion, Macarthur Road, Parkville, Victoria, Australia 3052
Powerhouse RUFC (The Cardies)
Power House masters are affectionately known as the 'Cardies'. This refers to their after games tradition of wearing eye catching cardigans. The 'Cardies' are associated with the Power House RUFC based at Albert Park and Power House Junior RUFC based in Newport, Melbourne.
We formed in 2013 and are arguably Australia's most successful over 35s side, having won multiple Australian Masters Games and back to back champions of Victorian Rugby Union Masters Grand Final day.
The Cardies are renowned for having a powerful forward pack, and an elegant back line. They play hard, competitive rugby but emphasise the social spirit of over 35s Rugby.
Whilst the Cardies have had a lot of success they play the game for the game itself. Players are welcome from all parts of Melbourne and Australia to be part of a rich tradition of over 35s rugby success. Join our club if you are passionate about rugby, family orientated and humble.
Location: Lofts Reserve - Loft Reserve Rd, Newport VIC 3015
Southern Districts RUFC
Southern Districts Rugby Club a.k.a Southern Pirates has a proud and strong history within the Victoria Rugby Union Community. Our club was formed in 1972 and has provided a local playing environment in both junior and senior rugby union since this time.
Location: Riviera Reserve - 52R Eel Race Road, Seaford VIC 3198
Harlequins r.u.f.c
In 1928 the club was formed by a group of ex-pat Brits and Irishmen. The first event was a cricket match in 1929 between the Sydney Bohemians and the Melbourne Harlequins with touring MCC England players including Jack Hobbs and Patsy Hendren. Rugby started later in 1929.
Harlequins masters team is a group consisting of dad's from the junior club and players transitioning from grade rugby to social rugby. We have one of the best club rooms and super rugby quality fields in Victoria. We welcome all gents keen to play social rugby in the Vic masters.
If keen to join please contact sohan at Sohan_Ekanayake@hotmail.com or contact the club.
Location: Power Avenue, Ashwood, Victoria, 3147