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Development : Coaching

Mini Rugby Course (Stage 1 LTPD)

Mini Rugby Course This two-day course is specifcally designed for coaches of Mini rugby (6yrs-12yrs) where players are being introduced to rugby for the first time and participating in games of reduced numbers (8's, 10's and 12-a-side). The focus is on safety & enjoyment with the coach acting as 'guide' in a player-centred process.

Developing players' all-round skills and game-understanding with an emphasis on Physical Literacy appropriate to the stages of development of each individual are the key technical, tactical & physical module objectives.

The course develops the coach as 'Guide'.

Entry criteria

There is no entry requirement; however, priority (where applicable) will be given to participants who were actively involved in coaching Mini Rugby.

Accreditation (Immediately)

  • Full course attendance (all modules).
  • Practical demonstration (within course) of safety awareness in skills requiring contact.
  • Sign-off and commitment to IRFU Child Welfare Policy document.
  • Participants must be 16yrs of age.

Important Note:
Coaches aged 16-18 yrs old are restricted to performing in an Assistant Coach role, under the direct supervision and guidance of an Accredited Mini Rugby coach aged 18yrs or older.

Re-accreditation

Attend update clinic (4 years)
Liable to adjustment as required

Numbers per course

40 maximum / 15 minimum

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