Helping kids to thrive through team sports
A rugby based occupational therapy program designed to help kids become part of a team.
1.
BUILD CONFIDENCE
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Sense Rugby helps kids develop their confidence and self-esteem, learn how to follow instructions, wait their turn & be part of a group through team sports.
2.
BE ACTIVE
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Sense Rugby allows kids to have a regular activity that can be their own while learning new skills, giving them a great community to belong to for life.
3.
HAVE FUN
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Sense Rugby provides a safe and fun environment for kids to make friends, learn how to manage their emotions and improve their ability to self-regulate.
When therapy meets rugby
Founded by Occupational Therapist, Carlien Parahi and Australia’s Rugby Sevens Olympian Jesse Parahi, Sense Rugby gives kids a safe environment where experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapists work with Trained Rugby Players to help kids achieve success. We utilise a child’s strengths and their motivation to help them participate and be part of a community of their own.

Come and join us
Explore all of our locations to find a Sense Team Sports provider near you.
We’d love for your family to join our community and become part of the team!

Help us create a happier future
Founded by Occupational Therapist, Carlien Parahi and Australia’s Rugby Sevens Olympian Jesse Parahi, Sense Rugby gives kids a safe environment where experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapists work with Trained Rugby Players to help kids achieve success. We utilise a child’s strengths and their motivation to help them participate and be part of a community of their own.
Interested in becoming a
Sense Team Sports Provider?
Are you an Occupational Therapist or do you employ Occupational Therapists?
Are you an Assistant, Volunteer or Coach?
Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives through sports?