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Course Title:
IRFU CHILDREN’S COACH COURSE
Course Date(s):
Sat 18th Oct 2024
Course Venue:
Edenderry RFC
Course Director:
Patsy Gorman
Module
Date
Time
Delivery method (on site or virtual)
Venue / online link
Welcome, Introduction and Effective Coaching & Planning.
18/10/24
9am – 9.45am
On Site
Working With Parents in Sport: ‘2 Hats – The Parent/Coach’
9.45am – 11am
Break
11am – 11.15am
Fundamental Movement Skills
11.15am – 12.00
General Play Contact – Tackle Technique
12.00 – 1.00pm
Lunch
1.00pm – 1.30pm
General Play: Attack and Defence
1.30pm – 2.30pm
Scrum & Lineout
2.30pm – 3.15pm
Course Reflection/Close
3.15pm – 3.45pm
Award Requirements:
NOTE: Coaches have 2 Seasons to complete award requirements.
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.
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