Additional Resources
Fact Sheets for Coaches – Quick reference guides on adapting coaching for specific needs:
Documents
Coaching Support
- IRFU Disability Coaching ToolKit – Practical guidance for coaches to deliver safe, inclusive, and enjoyable rugby sessions.
- Vision Impaired Rugby Coaching Guide –  Advice for coaches on adapting rugby sessions for blind and partially sighted players, including communication, safety, and equipment use.
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- IRFU Fact Sheets_ADHD– Tips on managing attention, focus, and energy in training.
- IRFU Fact Sheets_Autism– Communication strategies and session structures to support autistic players.
- IRFU Fact Sheets_Cerebral Palsy – Practical considerations around movement, balance, and strength.
- IRFU Fact Sheets_Deaf & hard of Hearing– Inclusive communication methods and visual coaching cues.
- IRFU Chime Sign Language Leaflet – A simple guide to using basic Irish Sign Language (ISL)
Guidelines & Laws
- IRFU Mixed Ability Rugby Guidelines– Best practice for clubs running Mixed Ability teams.
- Tag Disability Laws– Official rules for Disability Tag Rugby.
- Mixed_Ability_Rugby_Guide_MIXAR – International guide to Mixed Ability Rugby.
Club & Programme Support
- Setting up a Disability Rugby Section Step-by-step guidance for clubs starting a disability rugby programme.
- IRFU – Sports Passport– A communication tool to support players in rugby environments.
Safeguarding
- IRFU Adult Safeguarding Policy 25-27 – Guidance on how to recognise, respond, and report concerns.
Training Links
The IRFU Disability Awareness Course is designed to help you understand how to recognise disability and to help your club be more aware of members with extra needs.
