World Rugby Museum’s History and Evolution of Football Seminar

At Venue
Discover the history, evolution and impact of football in this seminar from the World Rugby Museum.

Key Info

This seminar details how a rural English pastime became three of the world’s most popular sports: association football, rugby union and rugby league.

In this museum led seminar students will learn:

  • Insight into the earliest history of ball games in Britain
  • Specialist understanding of the development and codification of association football, rugby union and rugby league
  • How these sports spread globally and developed into local football games, such as Australian Rules Football and American Football
  • Analysis of modern day cultural impact of football

Please note bespoke seminars are available upon request.

Curriculum Links
Subjects
History, Physical Education
Age suitability
Key Stages
KS4, KS5, Higher
Things to know
Type
At Venue
Location
World Rugby Museum, London
Duration
30 minutes
Min. students
15
Dates
Ongoing
Price
Free with a Stadium/Museum Tour booking
SEND
Yes - suitable for students with SEND

About World Rugby Museum

Educational groups are invited to explore the hallowed grounds of Twickenham Stadium with a rugby expert, journey through rugby history in the World Rugby Museum, and experience hands-on learning in an interactive workshop.

From primary schools to university groups, the World Rugby Museum has a diverse, award-winning educational programme to accommodate all groups. Educational sessions are available from booking onto the stadium tour. Students will have a practical learning experience or the opportunity to discuss the ins and outs of rugby with a professional in the field at Twickenham Stadium.

The Sanford Award for Heritage Education, 2020

Best Sporting Venue, School Travel Awards, 2018/19—Winner

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020 8064 0974

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