USA Rugby Coaching Clinics

Please be aware that this course is capped at 16 participants.

If you wish to attend this course, we suggest you quickly complete the required pre-training modules and register as soon as possible before the class is full. Should there be enough interest after the course is full, RAZ and USA Rugby may explore the possibility of hosting a second course but for now, this is the only scheduled L1 Coaching course for the year in Arizona.

Level 1 Coaching Course

All contact teams require an active Level 1 Coach to be in compliance with USA Rugby.

The Level 1 Coach Certification consists of online pre-course work and attendance at an in-person clinic. The course structure helps to blend the “how to coach” theory with the practical implementation of coaching Rugby.

The Level 1 Coach Certification is an introductory coaching clinic, which focuses on player welfare and the technical skills to play safely – specifically the tackle and the scrum. The assessment requires coaches to demonstrate effective coaching techniques, taught in the course. These techniques include teaching through games, technical skill development through progressions, and collaborative coaching.

This course is suitable for all experience levels and will likely comprise a mix of veteran players/coaches and those new to the game – all benefiting from a free exchange of ideas/experience.

What do I have to do to complete this level?

Pre-Course Work: The course requires you to complete 3 online modules provided by World Rugby before attending the course.

Please bring a print out of your Certificate of Completion for each course. You will not be able to obtain an L1 qualification without completing these modules.

Rugby Ready
Introduction to Coaching
Concussion Management
Attend the 1 day in person Level 1 clinic
Be compliant with US Center for Safe Sport before coaching your first game.

Pieter Hugo

ASU Coach

Phone: (630) 287-0632

Sunday, September 21, 2024
9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

ASU Sun Devils Fitness Center

400 E Apache Blvd

Tempe, AZ 85281

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Info on the course and registration link

Log into your USA Rugby account in Rugby Explorer and click on the learning center.

Cost $125

Be sure to bring a paper copy of your Certificates of Completion for each course. You will not be able to obtain an Level 1 Coach qualification without completing these modules and provide proof of completion.