Children's Coach Course (Creggs)

The IRFU "Children's Coach Course" is for coaches of Mini Rugby players aged 5-12.

Players are introduced to the game of rugby for the first time through participation in games with reduced numbers of 8, 10, or 12-a-side.

The goal is to develop players’ all-round skills and game-understanding with an emphasis on Fundamental Movement Skills delivered through basic Technical, Tactical & Physical course modules.

There is an emphasis on enjoyment and player development using best practice, the coach acting as a 'Guide' in a player-centred process.

Entry Criteria:

Participants must be a minimum of 16 years of age

Please note coaches aged 16-18 years are limited to performing in an Assistant Coach role, under the direct supervision and guidance of an accredited Children’s Rugby coach aged 18+

Priority where required will be given to participants actively involved in coaching Mini Rugby players.

Course Title:	IRFU CHILDREN’S COACH COURSE
Course Date(s):	8^th and 9^th November, 2024
Course Venue:	Creggs RFC
Course Director:	Zoe Langsdale, zlangsdale@connachtrugby.ie
Module
Welcome, Introduction and Effective Coaching – Duration 1 hr 45 min	08/11	6:00 PM	On-Site	Creggs RFC
General Play: Attack and Defence - Duration 1hr 30 min	08/11	7:45 PM	On-site	Creggs RFC
Fundamental Movement Skills - Duration 1 hr	09/11	11:00 AM	On-Site	Creggs RFC
General Play – Contact - Duration 1 hr	09/11	12:00 PM	On-Site	Creggs RFC
Lineout - Duration 30 min	09/11	1:00 PM	On-Site	Creggs RFC
Scrum - Duration 45 min	09/11	1:30 PM	On-Site	Creggs RFC
Course Reflection/Close - Duration 30 min	09/11	2:00 PM	On-Site	Creggs RFC
Award Requirements: 1. Complete 3 online (pre-course) modules: · Children’s Coach Course Introduction · Mini Rugby Refereeing module · Role of the Coach module 2. Complete online Concussion Awareness module 3. Complete Course Attendance NOTE: Coaches have 2 Seasons to complete award requirements.

28 seats available.
Price: €90.00

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