It is a great introduction into rugby for these players, learning key skills such as passing, catching, evasion, support, communication and working as a team.
The winner of the Year 5 and 6 competition will represent the region at the national Air New Zealand Rippa Rugby Championship in Wellington from September 18-19.
Last year Bay of Plenty was represented by Kawerau South, who finished third at the National Rippa Rugby tournament.
Junior Rugby Development Officer Brett Johnson said it was great to see the number of kids, in particular girls, involved in Rippa Rugby.
"We have witnessed some amazing talent over the term one Rippa Rugby modules, so it should be a fantastic couple of weeks across the Bay of Plenty, seeing the best Rippa Rugby talent for each area rip it up.
"It is an awesome experience for all who are involved."
Tournament dates:
Western Bay of Plenty:
Wednesday 24 May, Blake Park, Tauranga 9.00am-2.30pm
Postponement Day: Thursday 25 May, Blake Park, Tauranga 9.00am - 2.30pm
Central Bay of Plenty:
Wednesday 31 May, Ray Brood Park, Rotorua 9.00am-2.30pm
Postponement Day: Friday 2 June, Ray Brood Park, Rotorua 9.00am - 2.30pm
Eastern Bay of Plenty:
Wednesday 7 June, Tarawera Park, Kawerau 9.00am-2.30pm
Postponement Day: Thursday 8 June, Tarawera Park, Kawerau 9.00am - 2.30pm
Baywide Rippa Rugby World Cup:
Friday June 16, Ray Brood Park, Rotorua 9.00am-2.30pm