Abu Dhabi French

The École Française de Rugby d’Abu Dhabi (EFR) started in 2005 when five friends had an idea: bring French rugby to Abu Dhabi. Today, it’s a second home for players, parents, and supporters across the UAE.

The club is run by volunteers—parents, coaches, and board members—who give their time because they care. The values on and off the field are simple: respect, teamwork, and grit.

EFR is linked with Stade Toulousain, the most successful rugby club in Europe, with six Champions Cup wins and 23 Top 14 titles. That connection inspires the club’s focus on player growth, but EFR has also made its own mark—especially in girls’ rugby. Over half the players, from Under-6 to Under-18, are girls.

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