CIYMS RFC

CIYMS RFC

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CIYMS RFC is the oldest and most successful rugby club in East Belfast. Training is Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7pm at CIYMS.

Currently we field 3 senior sides each week in addition to a large and successful Mini Rugby set-up. Everyone is welcome to join CI Rugby Club. Feel free to contact us if you fancy a game.

Photos from CIYMS RFC's post 11/06/2026

Having made significant signings in recent weeks we continue to plan for the future with two more additions who we hope to see in the hooped shirt in the near future…

New Recruit - Sean Robinson

Playing Experience
CCB 1st XV
Herriott Watt 1st XV
Position : Scrum-half

New Recruit - School Leaver

Player Name - Sam Robinson
Position - Ho**er / back row
CCB Senior RFC

Photos from CIYMS RFC's post 10/06/2026

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09/06/2026

A big welcome to all our new Facebook followers- delighted to have you all on board . Please stay tuned for more updates as the build up to 26/27 continues! And a huge well done to all those who are new Top Fans ! Great to know you’re out there!

07/06/2026

We are delighted to welcome Connor McCauley to CIYMS RFC next season. Connor is a talented and versatile 2nd row / back row forward who will look forward to re-uniting on the pitch with his brother Oli next season.

2025/2026 - Senior Rugby - Hillhead Jordanhill RFC 1XV/2XV - Scottish National League Division 3
2021-2024 - University Rugby - Glasgow University Rugby Club 1XV/2XV - Premier North
Postions: 2nd Row / Back Row

04/06/2026

Great to welcome Oli McCauley as our latest signing for 26/27

CCB 1st XV
Ulster U19/20,
Cardiff Uni
Belfast Harlequins

Welcome aboard Oli!

Photos from CIYMS RFC's post 03/06/2026

Some more outstanding signings heading to Belmont for 26/27.
The big rebuild is underway!

Johnny McCracken
CCB 1st XV
Ulster U18 Schools
Ulster U19, U20
50+ caps AIL caps for Quins
Playing Position : 9/10

Cameron Hillis - Prop

- Ulster U18/19
- ⁠Schools Cup Finalist 2022
- ⁠Represented Queens university up to AIL 1B

Photos from CIYMS RFC's post 01/06/2026

CI RFC – 2nd XV Coaching Team

CIYMS RFC is delighted to announce the appointment of our 2nd XV Coaching Team for next season.

Head Coach - Stevie Peden
Backs Coach - Pete Raine
Forwards Coach - Paddy Aiken

The 2nd XV will be steered by 3 key CI men next season who will form a strong leadership connection with the squad. Stevie Peden will again be Head Coach after doing a great job over the past number of seasons. He will be joined by close friends Paddy Aiken and Pete Raine who have a wealth of experience and are true CI men. The club is very excited for the season ahead and welcome aboard to the new members of the coaching team!

Photos from CIYMS RFC's post 30/05/2026

CIYMS RFC are delighted to be bringing in two more new signings as part of our rebuilding programme.

Paddy Martin;

- Represented Leicestershire county u18s
- Represented Loughborough College 1XV
- Represented Queens University up to AIL 1B

Sam Arundell;

- Played senior rugby league for Bradford Bulls and Cornwall
- Captained Scotland Under 20s Rugby League
- ⁠Represented Queens up to AIL 1B

Very pleased indeed to be welcoming Paddy and Sam to Belmont!

24/05/2026
23/05/2026

CIYMS RFC are delighted to have Jack Hudson onboard for next season. Jack is a talented back-rower who is another great addition to the Club and we look forward to seeing him in action next season.

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91 Circular Road
Belfast
BT42GD

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 11pm
Tuesday 8am - 11pm
Wednesday 8am - 11pm
Thursday 8am - 11pm
Friday 8am - 11pm
Saturday 8am - 11pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm