Not at all! The Perth Rams are an inclusive rugby club where everyone is welcome, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or background. The Rams are all about inclusivity and connection—our players come from all walks of life, including gay, bisexual, transgender, and straight members of all body shapes, sizes, and ages, representing diversity from across WA and beyond. If you’re ready to train hard, play hard, and embrace our team values, you’re welcome to join.

The short answer is yes! Our non-contact competitions are for all genders. Everyone is also welcome to join us for our Union training throughout the season.

The WA Rugby Union competition does state that teams must be separated by sex assigned at birth. However, do not let this deter you from playing—dispensations can be made to get you on the field with our men’s team in this competition. Learn more here.

At present, we do not have a women’s Rams Rugby Union team in the WA competition; however, we are deeply committed to building one in the future. If you’re interested, we’d love to hear from you!

We would also love to connect you with one of our sister teams for the current RugbyWA women's season.

For touring tournaments, eligibility rules may vary based on the host country’s regulations. Please reach out to us for more details—we have exciting things planned in this space for 2026!

No experience? No worries! One of our main goals is to help people new to rugby learn and grow in a supportive environment where they can be themselves. Our team includes seasoned players with years of experience as well as players who are picking up a rugby ball for the first time.

We have a structured course at the start of each pre-season to train you from zero in a group setting. If you’ve missed that, get in touch and we’ll discuss your options.

Rugby is a physically and mentally challenging game, but one of the best things about joining is that you’ll get fit while you learn. Don’t stress if you’re not at peak fitness when you start—you’ll build strength and stamina through regular training sessions.

Not at all! We’re always excited to welcome new players. Drop by our training sessions, check out our Events and Fixtures calendar for dates and locations.

Also consider keeping an eye on our socials or the Getting Involved page for the latest information

We are proudly based in Perth, Western Australia, and are WA’s first LGBTQIA+ rugby union club. Our club is affiliated with the Curtin Goats, and our home ground and usual training location is at Edinburgh Oval, Curtin University.

Our post-match social events are held at Curtin Rugby Club’s facilities, where we foster community and celebrate our wins together.

The Rams currently compete in partnership with the Curtin Goats in the local rugby union season. We usually find ourselves in RugbyWA Community Grade. This season is usually from April to August, and we usually start training from January.

We also participate in national and international tournaments, proudly representing Perth and WA on the global International Gay Rugby (IGR) stage.

Absolutely! As proud members of IGR, we represent WA at key events, including:

• The Purchas Cup: A major trans-Tasman tournament against Australia’s inclusive rugby teams, including the Sydney Convicts, Brisbane Hustlers, Melbourne Chargers, Adelaide University Sharks, the New Zealand Falcons and more.

• The Bingham Cup: Known as the “Gay Rugby World Cup,” held every two years. The Rams first competed in the 2022 Ottwa tournament and are gearing up for the next Bingham Cup in Brisbane 2026.

Our team also tours locally playing friendly matches against other friendly WA rugby clubs, fostering strong bonds with clubs across WA.

In addition to rugby union, the Perth Rams offer a non-contact rugby program, providing a fun and inclusive version of the sport. Open to all genders and skill levels, our non-contact program perfect for those looking to play in a more social and less physical environment.

Check out our Events and Fixtures calendar and keep an eye on our socials for the latest announcements on our games.

If you register for a full season with our sister club, the Curtin Goats, you’ll likely receive playing shorts and socks as part of your registration. If you choose to register on a week-to-week basis, you may need to purchase these separately.

Match jerseys are provided by the club and must be returned to the Rams at the end of each game.

To play rugby with the Perth Rams in our WA season, you’ll need to become a club member (see Membership) and pay a player registration fee to our sister club, the Curtin Goats. This fee varies each year but is typically around $300–$400.

In some cases, you may have the option to pay per game instead, which can suit you better if you are playing infrequently or are FIFO—get in touch to discuss this further.

You’ll also need rugby boots suited to your position ($50–$150) and a mouthguard ($10–$100, depending on if you want a dentist-fitted one, or just pick one up from the chemist).

For matches, club shorts and socks are required. These are usually included with a full season registration but may need to be purchased separately if you’re opting for per-game registration.

Other gear, such as headgear or additional padding, is optional but can be found at sports retailers if you’d like extra protection.

If you join the Rams, you may have the opportunity to travel with the team for tournaments. The club fundraises to help cover costs, but players typically cover some costs also. The exact breakdown will vary each year. Tours are planned well in advance, giving you plenty of time to prepare if you’d like to take part.

We believe rugby should be accessible to everyone—so if cost is a concern, please reach out.