What we’re about
Jugger is an exciting alternative sport like no other - a soft combat sport that combines strategy, teamwork, dueling and running. If you're looking for a fun new activity with which to keep fit and meet a community of fun people, look no further!
Here's three great reasons to try jugger:
- Exciting, adrenaline-pumping action: With a variety of padded foam equipment and strategic teamwork, jugger is highly competitive and heaps of fun!
- A Great way to keep fit: Jugger involves a lot of full body movement in dueling and running around the field. It's a great way to work out your cardio!
- Friendly, inclusive community: Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a complete beginner, Jugger is a place for everyone. Join a community that values diversity, sportsmanship, and the sheer joy of playing together.
Jugger Melbourne meets every Sunday for training, games, and socializing. We often start our sessions with a variety of skills and teamwork drills, before moving onto full games of Jugger. Then after training we often go together to lunch to chat and socialize.
So gear up, grab a spar, and we'll see you on the field!
How to play
For a quick rundown of the rules, check out the following video (Australian rules are 99% the same): JUGGER RULES in 5 minutes EXPLAINED
Don't worry if you don't understand something or haven't watched it, we regularly have first time attendees who have only seen or heard of the sport but no idea how it's played. Our experienced coaches will explain the basics and get you up and running in no time. Our training sessions also have a large focus on skills and teamwork development, not just games.
FAQ
- Do you supply the equipment? - Yes! We have a variety of spars for anyone to use.
- What do I need to bring? - We recommend you bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and clothes and shoes comfortable for running around in (and that you don't mind getting dirty!)
- Can new people join? - Absolutely! We often have new people come along to try it out. Our long term members will show you the ropes to get you up and swinging.
- What does it cost? - Nothing, its free to try. If you become a regular or start attending tournaments, we encourage you to join the Australian Jugger League and pay the small annual membership fee which helps to support the club.
- Is there a minimum age? - Yes, our club has a 16 and up age minimum.
- Where can I learn more? - Check out www.jugger.au for more info about the sport and the league.
Join Our Discord
We organise our regular players through our Discord group and use Meetup to reach out to new people. You can join our Discord here.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- JUGGER - Foam Weapon Team Sport - Free to try!Central Gardens (Rocket Park) , Hawthorn
- ✅ Free to attend
- 🏏 Jugger Equipment is supplied
- 🍜 Post-training social lunch - all welcome
- 🏃♀️➡️ Ages 16 and over
- ➡️ Find us on Discord
Jugger is an exciting, mixed-gender soft combat sport. Two teams use a selection of padded foam spars to tag opponents as they aim to put the jugg (the game ball) into their opponent's goal.
Watch Jugger being played in this excellent short demo video.
Jugger Melbourne training sessions include both full games of jugger, as well as a variety of training drills designed to promote teamwork, communication, exercise, health and fitness, and teach core game skills.
After training we head across to Glenferrie Rd for lunch and socializing, which you are welcome (and encouraged!) to join.
🏃♀️➡️ New Player Info / Who Can Join
New players are always welcome! Our experienced coaches will teach you basics to get you and and swinging in no time 😃 Jugger is easy to pickup the basics while deep to master.We have a minimum age policy of 16 years, but other than that we welcome anyone of all fitness levels. Jugger is a great way to keep active, and a fun way to meet new people in a friendly and inclusive community!
👟 How to Join a Session and What to Bring
Joining is simple - just show up! RSVPing on Meetup or Discord is a big help as it helps us plan around expected numbers. You are also welcome to bring along any interested friends and family.Jugger equipment is supplied. We have a collection of gear to loan out to new players.
Bring a water bottle (there is a tap nearby), sunscreen, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes for running around in - and that you don't mind getting a bit dirty!
Recommend but not required items include: sunglasses, football boots, kneepads, and gloves if you have them. You don't need any of these to get started, but you may find you want them if you become a regular.✅ Are there any costs are involved?
Our training sessions are free to attend as often as you like, we are essentially just a group of friends that meet for training and socializing on the weekend.The Australian Jugger League has a voluntary annual membership that helps to support the sport (including maintaining equipment and paying for Meetup), and we encourage people to join once they become a regular attendee or begin attending tournaments. However there's no obligation so spend any money when you're first trying it out or just attending casually.
➡️ External Links
We organise our regular players through our Discord group and their attendance is not often represented in the Meetup attendance numbers (we use Meetup to reach out to new people).
Events are also (though less regularly) posted to Facebook, while event photos and videos are shared on our Instagram.- Join our Discord
- Jugger Melbourne on Facebook
- Follow us on Instagram
- Australian Jugger League website
🤗 See you on Sunday 🤗
- JUGGER - Foam Weapon Team Sport - Free to try!Central Gardens (Rocket Park) , Hawthorn
- ✅ Free to attend
- 🏏 Jugger Equipment is supplied
- 🍜 Post-training social lunch - all welcome
- 🏃♀️➡️ Ages 16 and over
- ➡️ Find us on Discord
Jugger is an exciting, mixed-gender soft combat sport. Two teams use a selection of padded foam spars to tag opponents as they aim to put the jugg (the game ball) into their opponent's goal.
Watch Jugger being played in this excellent short demo video.
Jugger Melbourne training sessions include both full games of jugger, as well as a variety of training drills designed to promote teamwork, communication, exercise, health and fitness, and teach core game skills.
After training we head across to Glenferrie Rd for lunch and socializing, which you are welcome (and encouraged!) to join.
🏃♀️➡️ New Player Info / Who Can Join
New players are always welcome! Our experienced coaches will teach you basics to get you and and swinging in no time 😃 Jugger is easy to pickup the basics while deep to master.We have a minimum age policy of 16 years, but other than that we welcome anyone of all fitness levels. Jugger is a great way to keep active, and a fun way to meet new people in a friendly and inclusive community!
👟 How to Join a Session and What to Bring
Joining is simple - just show up! RSVPing on Meetup or Discord is a big help as it helps us plan around expected numbers. You are also welcome to bring along any interested friends and family.Jugger equipment is supplied. We have a collection of gear to loan out to new players.
Bring a water bottle (there is a tap nearby), sunscreen, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes for running around in - and that you don't mind getting a bit dirty!
Recommend but not required items include: sunglasses, football boots, kneepads, and gloves if you have them. You don't need any of these to get started, but you may find you want them if you become a regular.✅ Are there any costs are involved?
Our training sessions are free to attend as often as you like, we are essentially just a group of friends that meet for training and socializing on the weekend.The Australian Jugger League has a voluntary annual membership that helps to support the sport (including maintaining equipment and paying for Meetup), and we encourage people to join once they become a regular attendee or begin attending tournaments. However there's no obligation so spend any money when you're first trying it out or just attending casually.
➡️ External Links
We organise our regular players through our Discord group and their attendance is not often represented in the Meetup attendance numbers (we use Meetup to reach out to new people).
Events are also (though less regularly) posted to Facebook, while event photos and videos are shared on our Instagram.- Join our Discord
- Jugger Melbourne on Facebook
- Follow us on Instagram
- Australian Jugger League website
🤗 See you on Sunday 🤗
