What happens if a child breaks the rules or fouls?

There are no red cards in Rookie Rugby. The yellow card is a "time out": the player sits out for a short period to get feedback from their coach on the foul play (described as a learning opportunity) and is replaced so teams stay equal in numbers.

• U7 to U10: 2-minute time out.
• U11 and U12: 2 minutes at a festival, 5 minutes in a single game.

Penalties are taken as a tap and pass, and there is no goal kicking.