Run the round

How to play Pass-and-Follow Wave

Step 1

Move through four gates while every passer loops behind to rebuild the support line.

Step 2

Judge the pass result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the pass setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

Move as a unit. No contact. 4 gates · 18×10m.

Example: Move through four gates while every passer loops behind to rebuild the support line.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Starting the next pass attempt before the field and retrieval lane are clear.

Safety: Use one group in the channel at a time. Keep the return path outside the activity area. Use walking or jogging pace for mixed-mobility groups.

Best for

Who it fits

3-9 who want a 8–12 min round.

Energy

Pace

Medium

Board Rugby

Category Rugby

Best for 3-9 who want a 8–12 min round.

Players 3-9

Time 8–12 min

Gear 1 rugby ball, 10 cones

Space Open field or marked touch pitch

Energy Medium

Setup Create four offset gates, each about 2 metres wide, across an 18-metre channel. Groups of three begin in a shallow diagonal with the ball carrier slightly ahead. Leave a safe return lane outside the gates.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Pass-and-Follow Wave also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Pass-and-Follow Wave from Studboards. Pass-and-Follow Wave: Move through four gates while every passer loops behind to rebuild the support line. Fits: Players: 3-9 | Time: 8–12 min | Gear: 1 rugby ball, 10 cones Safety: Use one group in the channel at a time. Keep the return path outside the activity area. Use walking or jogging pace for mixed-mobility groups. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/rugby/rugby-pass-and-follow-wave.html

Pass-and-Follow Wave

Quick start.