# Miami Rugby Football Club
> Florida's oldest rugby club, established in 1969. Only The Strong Survive.

## About
Miami Rugby Football Club (Miami RFC) is a men's rugby union club based in Miami, Florida. Founded in 1969 at the Port of Miami hosting matches for British naval vessels, we are Florida's oldest rugby club with over 55 years of rugby tradition.

We are a **USA Rugby Division 3 (D3) team** competing in both 15s and 7s formats year-round:
- **Summer**: Primarily 7s (Rugby Sevens)
- **Winter**: Primarily 15s (Rugby Union)
- **Practice**: Runs all year round - drop in anytime!

## Practice Information
- **Location**: Doral Central Park, 3005 NW 92nd Ave, Doral, FL 33172
- **Days**: Tuesday and Thursday
- **Time**: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- **Open to**: All skill levels, beginners welcome
- **Drop-ins**: Always welcome! Just show up.

## Contact
- **Email**: info@miamirugby.com
- **Instagram**: @miamirfc (https://www.instagram.com/miamirfc/)
- **Facebook**: Miami Rugby (https://www.facebook.com/miamirugby)
- **Website**: https://miamirugby.com

## Club Motto
"Only The Strong Survive"

## Phillipe "Fiji" Leka Memorial 7s
Miami Rugby Club hosts an annual 7s tournament in memory of beloved teammate Phillipe "Fiji" Leka. Teams from across Florida and beyond compete in this special event that celebrates rugby and keeps Fiji's memory alive.

## Key Facts
- Founded: 1969
- Location: Miami/Doral, Florida
- Division: USA Rugby D3
- Formats: 15s (winter) and 7s (summer)
- Practice: Year-round, twice weekly
- Experience required: None - all levels welcome
- Post-practice tradition: Argentinian-style parrillada (BBQ)

## Join Us
No experience needed. Just show up to practice at Doral Central Park on Tuesday or Thursday at 7 PM, or DM us on Instagram @miamirfc. We play all year round so drop in anytime!