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School Netball Tours

With our school netball tours, the world truly becomes your team’s court. Whether you’re competing closer to home in the UK or Gibraltar, or travelling further afield to locations such as South Africa and Australia, each destination is carefully selected to help your team grow. 

For 2026, we’re proud to partner with England Netball to bring you the Florida Netball Festival – a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for junior teams to train like professionals. Gain exclusive insights and coaching from Vitality Roses players, alongside leading Netball Super League athletes and coaches. 

Looking ahead to 2027, we’re excited to launch our second exclusive collaboration with England Netball: the Spain Netball Festival. Set against the stunning backdrop of Costa Brava, this international event brings together junior teams from across the UK for a unique blend of competition, development, and cultural experiences. 

As an award-winning tour operator, we design every tour around your team. From bespoke itineraries tailored to your ability and objectives, to seamless travel and accommodation planning, every detail is taken care of, backed by 24/7 support for complete peace of mind. 

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The educational value of school netball tours

Learning opportunities on a school netball tour

A school netball tour with Rayburn Tours combines high-quality coaching, competitive fixtures and personal development within a safe, well-organised and inspiring environment. Students benefit from representing their school, playing against new opposition and developing their performance in meaningful match situations.

 

Netball Skills & Performance Development

  • Position-specific coaching tailored to age and ability
  • Structured training sessions focusing on footwork, shooting accuracy, defensive skills and attacking movement
  • Developing tactical awareness, court positioning and game management
  • Understanding rules, fair play and match etiquette in competitive settings

 

Physical Fitness & Performance

  • Improving agility, speed and coordination through focused drills
  • Building strength and endurance to enhance match performance
  • Developing balance, reaction time and spatial awareness
  • Encouraging long-term participation in netball and physical activity

 

Teamwork, Leadership & Personal Growth

  • Strengthening communication and on-court collaboration
  • Building confidence through competitive play and new challenges
  • Developing leadership skills through captaincy and team roles
  • Representing the school with pride, responsibility and sportsmanship
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Skills students can develop through a school netball tour

Beyond performance on the court, a school netball tour with Rayburn Tours allows students to develop a wide range of transferable life skills through travel, teamwork and shared responsibility in a new environment.

Communication & Teamwork

  • Communicating clearly on court to organise play and support teammates
  • Developing strong teamwork through coordinated attacking and defensive play
  • Learning to listen, encourage others and respond positively to feedback
  • Building trust and positive relationships within the team

 

Leadership & Accountability

  • Taking on leadership roles such as organising drills or supporting teammates during matches
  • Leading by example through positive attitude, commitment and sportsmanship
  • Understanding the responsibility of representing the school on and off the court

 

Adaptability & Game Awareness

  • Adjusting to different playing styles, opponents and match environments
  • Responding positively to changes in tactics, positions or game situations
  • Developing strategic thinking and decision-making during competitive play

Self-Management & Personal Organisation

  • Managing time effectively between fixtures, training and tour activities
  • Preparing physically and mentally for matches throughout a busy tour schedule
  • Taking responsibility for personal equipment, kit and belongings while travelling
  • Building confidence and independence away from familiar routines

 

Respect & Sportsmanship

  • Showing respect for teammates, coaches, officials and opponents
  • Demonstrating fair play and positive conduct during competitive matches
  • Representing the school with pride both on and off the court
  • Developing empathy, maturity and awareness when travelling as a group

Popular destinations for school netball tours

Rayburn Tours is recognised as one of the most experienced school netball tour operators, offering access to a range of high-quality netball destinations across the UK and overseas. Each location is carefully selected for excellent playing facilities, competitive fixtures, school-friendly accommodation, and strong safety and welfare standards, ensuring teams can focus on performance, development and enjoyment both on and off the court.

 

Key destinations for school netball tours

 


Gibraltar

Key Highlights Students May Experience:

  • Competitive fixtures against well-matched local opposition
  • High-quality outdoor courts in a compact, easy-to-manage destination
  • A unique blend of British and Mediterranean culture
  • Excursions including the Rock of Gibraltar with views across three countries

Nestled between dramatic limestone cliffs and the sparkling Mediterranean, Gibraltar offers an exciting setting for competitive fixtures and team bonding. With excellent facilities and a passionate local netball community, students can test themselves on court while enjoying a safe and manageable touring environment.


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London

Key Highlights Students May Experience:

  • Competitive fixtures and professional coaching sessions
  • Opportunities to watch live elite-level netball
  • A close-to-home, cost-effective tour option
  • Iconic London sightseeing experiences

Netball tours to London are ideal for teams looking for high-quality competition without travelling far from home. With access to strong opposition, professional coaching opportunities and the chance to watch elite netball, students gain valuable insight into the game at the highest level.


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Florida

Key Highlights Students May Experience:

  • Participation in the Florida Netball Festival 2026
  • Coaching and Q&A sessions with elite NSL and Vitality Roses players and coaches
  • Match play against fellow UK teams
  • The opportunity to explore the attractions of Kissimmee and wider Florida

In partnership with England Netball, Rayburn Tours is proud to offer junior teams the opportunity to take part in the Florida Netball Festival 2026 in Kissimmee. This exciting event gives players the chance to train with elite Netball Super League and Vitality Roses athletes and coaches, gaining insight into professional standards and performance.


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Planning a school netball tour abroad

Rayburn Tours follows a structured, expert-led approach to planning school netball tours, ensuring high-quality playing opportunities, student wellbeing and smooth delivery at every stage.

  • Define group aims and netball focus
    Tours are tailored to the age, ability and development goals of each school team
  • Select the most suitable destination
    Destinations are chosen based on netball facilities, standard of opposition, travel accessibility and budget
  • Design a balanced netball itinerary
    Fixtures, training sessions, team preparation, recovery time and cultural experiences are carefully planned
  • Assess safety and logistics
    Accommodation, transport, venues, staffing and safeguarding procedures are fully assessed
  • Prepare students and staff
    Pre-tour guidance outlines expectations, schedules, match preparation, conduct and travel arrangements
  • Deliver the tour with expert support
    Experienced tour managers and trusted local partners ensure fixtures and activities run smoothly
  • Review and reflect
    Post-tour activities allow students to reflect on performance, teamwork, confidence and personal development

 

Why choose a school netball tour with Rayburn Tours?

  • Combines competitive netball, travel and personal development
  • Strengthens teamwork, confidence and leadership skills
  • Supports student wellbeing through active and engaging experiences
  • Provides memorable opportunities beyond the classroom
  • Suitable for a wide range of ages and playing abilities
  • Professionally organised with safety, fixtures and logistics fully managed
  • Creates lasting memories alongside valuable life skills
School Netball Tours

Friendly Fixtures

With our excellent contacts and years of experience we’ll give your players the chance to boost their talents and confidence by playing against some local teams. Students can enjoy some competitive matches, whilst also gaining an opportunity to see a different cultural perspective of the game.

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Pro Coaching

Train like the pros with brilliant and accredited training from professional coaches at incredible clubs like Loughborough Lightning and many more. Ask our team if pro coaching can be added to your chosen destination.

Exciting Excursions

When you’re not playing or training, then we can fill your time with some amazing excursions. We’ll talk you through some of the popular choices, from sport themed excursions such as stadium tours, to cultural visits and city day trips, and activities such as bowling, theme parks and water parks. There’s plenty to choose from!

 

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We've got you covered!

For your financial security, you must have insurance when travelling with us, whether it be your own or the insurance we provide through Aviva. We highly recommend our insurance because it’s tailored specifically for school groups and offers cover for Covid related cancellation and curtailment.

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The Rayburn Machine

Over the years, we’ve come to understand that when planning a tour you need one dedicated point of contact here at Rayburn Tours HQ. This contact knows your tour like the back of their hand and is there to answer any questions, help you keep on top of the tour admin and, ultimately, provide you with a first-class school trip. But they don’t do it alone!

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