Rugby union academies assess physical capability from day one of trial. Understanding what scouts are measuring — and verifying your athlete is within benchmark — is the most controllable element of preparation.
Unlike football academies which have relatively standardised benchmarks, rugby academy trials assess physical qualities through a position lens. However, universal standards apply across positions:
EPP conducts rugby-specific performance testing at Avery Fields Sports and Events, 79 Sandon Road, Birmingham B17 8DT. The testing battery covers sprint profiling, bilateral strength assessment, change of direction and force-velocity analysis with a full written report within 48 hours.
Rugby sevens is one of the fastest-growing NCAA collegiate sports in the USA. UK rugby players are actively recruited by US college programs. EPP performance data provides the sprint profile and agility scores that US coaches need to evaluate international athletes. See our USA Scholarship Guide for rugby players.
Sprint testing and agility analysis at Alexander Stadium Birmingham and Platt Lane Manchester. Full report within 48 hours.