Children's Coach Course 2425 (Ulster 2)

Course Title:	IRFU CHILDREN’S COACH COURSE
Course Date(s):	15^th, 22^nd January Online & 26^th January 2025 Practical day
Course Venue:	Ulster 2
Course Director:	Chris Galway chris.galway@ulsterrugby.com
Module	Date	Time	Delivery method (on site or virtual)	Venue / online link
Welcome, Introduction and Effective Coaching – Duration 1 hr 45 min	15.01.25	7-9pm	Virtual	https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85730707256?pwd=tiTsda24zx1hmYs7vTsLTUyD6ww4qO.1
General Play: Attack and Defence - Duration 1hr 30 min	22.01.25 & 26.01.25	7-9pm	Virtual & Site	https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83925958588?pwd=IfwC8m9nNoWODcDDKGHtU0SnXVCO4Q.1 & Ulster 2
Fundamental Movement Skills - Duration 1 hr	22.01.25 & 26.01.25	7-9pm	Virtual & Site	https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83925958588?pwd=IfwC8m9nNoWODcDDKGHtU0SnXVCO4Q.1 & Ulster 2
General Play – Contact - Duration 1 hr	26.01.25	10am – 2pm	Site	Ulster 2
Lineout - Duration 30 min	26.01.25	10am – 2pm	Site	Ulster 2
Scrum - Duration 45 min	26.01.25	10am – 2pm	Site	Ulster 2
Course Reflection/Close - Duration 30 min	26.01.25	10am – 2pm	Site	Ulster 2
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.

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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24 seats available.
Price: €90.00

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