Rugby asks you to push your limits, keep going and take responsibility. That makes you stronger, on the pitch and off it. You grow physically and in how you carry yourself.
You never play alone. Young or old, men or women, small or tall, fast or strong: there is a place on the pitch for everyone. You learn from your teammates, your coach and the experience of others. Whether you want to play at the highest level or mostly enjoy the game together: you belong.
Our club belongs to Haarlem. Through rugby and our clubhouse we support initiatives that contribute to a better living environment, the development of rugby and the wellbeing of people in Haarlem and the region.
Rugby is known for its strong values. We live them, on and off the pitch. We respect the referee, even when a decision goes against us. We are on time. The player is there for the team and the team is there for the player, from the youngest Mug to the oldest veteran. The changing room is swept before the team leaves, home and away. And off the pitch we take part: schools, the neighbourhood and partners are welcome, and whoever asks for help gets it from our people, our pitches and our clubhouse.
Men's 1 plays at the highest level in the Netherlands, with players from our own youth.
A clear development pathway for all our players, with many experienced coaches.
Extra development and international playing experience for youth and young adults.
Seven youth age groups, from U6 to U18. Four men's teams, a women's team, touch and recreational: a place at every level.
Our clubhouse, according to NOC*NSF and Kenniscentrum Sport & Bewegen. Open to schools, the neighbourhood and partners.
The schools tournament, holiday sports camps and 100 voor 100: a hundred children from families where sport is not a given learn to play rugby. We support Turn-over and the Harde Leerschool with pitches, clubhouse and volunteers.
Elite and grassroots rugby that strengthen each other. A development pathway for every level. A clubhouse that is open to Haarlem and the region. Partnerships with schools in the region, in sport and in the development of young people. With sound rugby knowledge, and committed and active members and supporters.
Juniors 1 national champions
Men's 3 champions
Winner Sports Facility of the Year 2026, NOC*NSF
Joep van de Wassenberg nominated for Youth Player of the Year by Rugby Nederland
Marit Bras nominated for Referee of the Year by Rugby Nederland
From the youngest Mug to the oldest veteran, player or volunteer: there is a place for you at Rugbyclub Haarlem.