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NAME: RFC Haarlem (Netherlands)
League: Ereklasse
SEEKING: prop position 1 & 3 players for season 25/26
POSITIONS:
Tight Head Prop
Loose Head Prop
OFFER:
Flights
Gym
Job
SEASON: 25/26
Club Overview
Haarlem RFC is actively seeking quality front row players (props) for the upcoming 2025/26 Ereklasse season. We are looking for individuals with a proven track record of playing at a high level who are committed both on and off the field.
Ideal candidates will:
• Have significant experience playing high-level rugby (semi-professional/elite amateur)
• Hold an EU passport or be eligible for a Working Holiday Visa
• Be eager to contribute to a strong team culture and embrace new challenges
At Haarlem RFC, we pride ourselves on our tight-knit environment and infectious club culture. Our coaching staff - featuring experience from South Africa and New Zealand - is focused on developing not just better rugby players, but better people.
For the right player, we offer a comprehensive support package:
Assistance with flights Affordable accommodation (includes gas, electricity, and WiFi) Gym membership with a personalized nutrition plan Bicycle for transport within Haarlem City Support in finding local employment Visa fee assistance (for Working Holiday Visa-eligible passports only)About Haarlem:
Located just 20 minutes from Amsterdam, Haarlem is a vibrant city known for its culture, charm, and quality of life. You’ll enjoy the perfect balance of rugby, lifestyle, and personal growth
Interested players should comment below and we will reach out via DM
Come be part of something special at Haarlem RFC!
Club Details
Name: Rugby Football Club Haarlem
Founded: 1980
Location: Van der Aartweg 23, Haarlem
Club Colours: Red, blue, white
Website: www.rugbyclubhaarlem.nl
Email: voorzittertc@rugbyclubhaarlem.nl
Members: Over 500 – from Turven (U6) to Veterans
Mission
RFC Haarlem develops people through rugby. Our mission is to create a safe, respectful, and sportive environment in which both youth and adults can grow – as players and as individuals – guided by the core rugby values of respect, discipline, camaraderie, and enjoyment.
Vision
We aim to build a future-proof rugby club that combines ambition, inclusivity, and development.
RFC Haarlem strives to become the leading rugby hub in North Holland, offering strong youth development, an ambitious senior squad, community engagement, and a welcoming club culture for all.
Our Core Values
- Respect – for the game, opponents, and teammates
- Discipline – on and off the pitch
- Enjoyment – in sport, personal growth, and friendship
- Camaraderie – rugby is played together, as a team and as a club
- Passion – for the sport, the club, and the community
Our Strength
RFC Haarlem is an inclusive rugby club where topsport performance and passion go hand in hand. We are a club by and for members, with a strong volunteer culture, growing sponsorship base, and a clear long-term strategy focused on both sporting success and social impact.
- A professionally structured youth program (from U6 to Colts/U18)
- 4 active senior teams: First XV in the Ereklasse, Future Team (U24), women’s team, and social rugby
- Club-wide focus on talent development and coach education
- A modern, sustainable clubhouse with excellent facilities
- Partnerships with schools, community coaches, and Rugby Netherlands
- Access to Strength & Conditioning programs and medical support for selection players
- A vibrant club calendar including tournaments, family days, clinics, and events
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