The Basics
The Beginning
A tackle in a game of rugby takes seconds. Your eyes are closed and you don't usually remember the initial contact. But, should something go wrong with the tackle, you can be left with consequences.
It is impulse, it is dangerous and in a game it is necessary. Most of all, tackling in rugby is mechanics. Get the right body position and follow through, and tackling is easy.
The Rugby Body Position:
Squat down. Your knees are bent, back flat like a tabletop and hips over your ankles. Feet are planted firmly on the ground, and weight is on the balls of you feet.
It should fell like you could spring forward at any time.
Be aware of your arms. They should be out at your sides, ready to grab onto a person to complete a tackle.
All in all, you should look vicious