RAG CIRCLES
Our Rag Circles bring members together through shared interests. From choir and chess, to shooting and sailing, there are plenty of activities to enjoy in good company here at the Club, across the UK and also virtually via Zoom. Whether you already have experience, or are a complete novice, you are welcome to join as many of the below Rag Circles as you would like.
Captain Billy Duff was a young officer and a gentleman of his time in the early Victorian era. He was colourful, dashing, sociable, free spirited and eccentric. He regularly hosted many supper clubs with his friends and peers in the Coffee Room. These unofficial supper clubs gained momentum, and soon Billy and his friends started to refer to themselves as the ‘Ragamuffins’. These qualities embody the time period when the Club was founded and invokes and synergise with the spirit of this Circle, this is why we have adopted the name Ragamuffins Circle.
The Circle aims to host events which allow members and attendees to socialise with as diverse a group of people as possible and make new friendships and connections. Our events to be colourful, lively and eccentric evoking good conversation, jauntiness and excitement.
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The Club Choir has become a much-loved Rag Circle with members meeting twice a month at the Club to sing together, with the option of joining online via Zoom. Join Choral Director Calum Fraser every other Monday at 5pm for these uplifting and entertaining sessions. No previous singing experience or an ability to read music is required, the Club Choir is open to all. If you have always wanted to join a choir, now is your chance.
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PILATES
We have partnered with professional Pilates instructor Emily Altneu to offer virtual Pilates for Posture classes that are exclusive to our members. These weekly one-hour classes take place on Tuesdays at 18.00 via Zoom. Join this circle to improve your posture from the comfort of your own home, as well as to connect virtually with fellow members. Learn the fundamental Pilates movement techniques, including breathing, posture, and balance, as well as some poses and stretches.
ROVING SHOOTING SYNDICATE
Days spent in the cheery company of two teams of guns emphasise just what it means to be a member of The Rag. Men and women alike from military and non-military backgrounds meet to enjoy each other’s company around a shared interest. The syndicate now has over 80 members on the list and gathers together to shoot between 25 and 30 days per season. They only shoot small bag days and mainly in the South West. Members are invited to join for a wonderful and above all safe season wherever you shoot. To join the ANCRSS please contact member James Cohen.
SAILING
The annual sailing regatta to contest the Newman VC Trophy is an invitation-only event for clubs and societies and is organised by the East India Club Yacht Squadron. The regatta will be taking place on Saturday 10th September 2022 at Seaview, Isle of Wight. The registration to compete is now closed. To find out more about our sailing circle, or to register your interest in participating in sailing activities, please get in touch. Find out more about The Rag Sailing Programme here!
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The Rag Sailing Circle Minutes
The Rag is pleased to invite players of all levels to join the Tuesday Social Chess Circle. These are informal and friendly occasions that take place at the Rag and are an excellent opportunity to meet other members. If you would like more information or would like to join, please contact member Mike Ross.
Join Member Richard Munro and like-minded individuals for a discussion on a different award-winning book every six weeks. The discussions are held on a monthly basis and can be attended in person or via Zoom. If you would like more information or would like to join, please contact member, Richard Munro,
We are thrilled to announce our newly established reciprocity with the West London Shooting School in Northolt. Rag members can now access Premium Membership Prices when shooting at the school. Highlights include private lessons, gun fittings, corporate away days and bespoke event packages.
The Army & Navy Club Fly Fishers’ Association (ANCFFA) is a syndicate open to Rag members and provides access to some of the finest chalk stream fishing in the world. They are able to negotiate discounted prices with the huge advantage of offering an attractive variety of fishing on different rivers. Locations include Test on the John Lewis water at Leckford, Itchen at Brambridge, Kennet east of Hungerford, Avon north of Amesbury and Whitewater north of Hook.
For more information about our Rag Circles, please contact the Membership Office:
T: +44 (0)20 7930 9721, E: [email protected]