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Course Title:
IRFU CHILDREN’S COACH COURSE
Course Date(s):
3rd October 2026
Course Venue:
Athy RFC
Course Director:
Joe Carbery joe.carbery@leinsterrugby.ie 0857618645
Module
Date
Time
Delivery method (on site or virtual)
Venue / online link
Welcome, Introduction and Effective Coaching – Duration 45 min
3 Oct 2026
9.00am
Onsite
General Play: Attack and Defence - Duration 1hr 30 min
9.45am
Fundamental Movement Skills - Duration 1 hr
11.15am
General Play – Contact - Duration 1 hr
12.15pm
Lunch - Duration 30 min
1.15pm
Lineout & Scrum - Duration 1 hr
1.45pm
Practical Coaching Observations – Duration 2 hrs
2.45pm
Course Close
Award Requirements:
1. Pre-Course Survey
2. Complete 3 online (pre-course) modules:
· Children’s Coach Course Introduction
· Mini Rugby Refereeing module
· Quality Coaching module
· Concussion Awareness module
3. Complete Course Attendance
4. Practical Coaching Observation
5. Post-Course Survey
Please ensure all online modules are completed before attending the course on the 3rd October 2026
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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