Hi. This is how you play rugby. When you're done, it will give a whole new meaning to having the world at your feet.

Steps

1.  Understand that rugby matches are 80 minutes long, and you're running during most of it. Get in good running shape.

2.  Warm up and stretch properly so you don't get injured

3.  Realize that rugby is not a stop-start game with a lot of breaks, work on your endurance.

4.  Note that in rugby there are two main positions; backs and forwards, the backs need to be fast, agile and quick thinkers, forwards need to be be strong, heavy(ish) and fit.  Find which one you fit into.

5.  Try to develop your ball-in-hand skills; i.e., passing and catching, because the modern game is all about passing.  The ball is faster than you so let the ball do the work.  Dropping the ball can immediately stop a formerly successful play, so make sure you have the skills not to fumble the ball.

6.  Learn That Haka as you will have to perform it before each game.(Optional)

7.  Learn the game. Pick up a book that outlines the rules such as "Rugby for Dummies" and don't be afraid to ask your team mates questions...even if the questions seem silly or stupid to you..

8.  Get a good rugby coach who knows how to teach tackling properly.  American football coaches got it all wrong.  You don't need pads to tackle or be tackled.

9.  Don't be afraid!  Get stuck in, players who are not fully committed to a tackle are the ones who come out with the injuries.

10.  Never argue with a rugby referee.  Referees for this sport are treated with respect unlike all the other sports you see on TV.  Address the ref as "Sir" or "Ma'am".

11.  Have good camaraderie and respect for your fellow team-mates and opponents.