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Course Title:
IRFU Children's COACH COURSE
Course Date(s):
03/10/2026
Course Venue:
Ashbourne RFC
Course Director:
Ray McCabe
Module
Date
Time
Delivery method (on site or virtual)
Venue / online link
Welcome, Introduction and Effective Coaching – Duration 45 min
3/10/26
9:00
On Site
Fundamental Movement Skills - Duration 1 hr
09:45
General Play: Attack and Defence - Duration 1 hr 30 min
10:45
General Play – Contact - Duration 1 hr
12:15
Lunch – 30 mins
13:15
Lineout - Duration 30 min
13:45
Scrum - Duration 30 min
14:15
Practical Coaching Observations– Duration 2 hrs
14:45
Course Close
Award Requirements:
1. Pre-Course Survey
2. Complete 5 online (pre-course) modules:
· Youth Coach Course Introduction
· Motivation Module
· Quality Coaching Module
· Concussion Awareness Module
· Laws and Behaviours Exam
3. Complete Course Attendance
4. Practical Coaching Observation
5. Post-Course Survey
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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