Junior Rugby Coaching


Overview

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Empower the Next Generation of Rugby Players:

As a rugby coach, you’re not just teaching a sport; you’re shaping futures. Your coaching unlocks a treasure trove of opportunities, fostering an active lifestyle that extends far beyond childhood. The junior rugby coaching course is your playbook for integrating the Long-term Participant Development (LTPD) model into your training regime. It’s about crafting a bespoke sports program that resonates with the developmental stages of each child—cognitive, emotional, physical, and mental. This approach ensures that young players learn rugby at a comfortable pace, building both skill and confidence. As a result, they’ll eagerly anticipate each practice, equipped with the knowledge that they’re not just playing rugby—they’re mastering it.

This course is perfect for....


The beginner coach or an individual tasked with coaching a junior rugby team.

What's in Store for You?


General junior coaching guidelines

By the end of this section, you will be able to:

  • Understand the importance of getting children active through sport
  • Understand your role as the rugby coach
  • Know how to structure your practices
  • Understand the general skills and attributes required to be successful in sports

Junior rugby coaching

By the end of this section, you will be able to:

  • Understand the purpose of rugby coaching
  • Be able to introduce children to the exciting game of rugby
  • Understand the aim of rugby
  • Be aware of the safety precautions to be taken in rugby
  • Know the frequency and duration of a practice session
  • Know how to put a practice session together
  • Know the warm-up activities
  • Define the attributes of a good player
  • Understand how to develop rugby skills

Assessments


Chapters within the short course may contain "Let's test your knowledge" quizzes.

Requirements


No previous experience and knowledge is required. However, if the learner is familiar with rugby - they will benefit more readily from the course.

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