Stage 1 Coaching Course Coming Up At Bhsfp Rfc

An IRFU Stage 1 Coaching Course will take place at BHSFP RFC on the 16th and 17th May 2015. This two-day course is specifically designed for coaches of mini rugby (6-12years), where players are being introduced to rugby for the first time and participating in games of reduced numbers (8, 10 and 12-a-side). The focus is on safety & enjoyment with the coach acting as 'guide' in a player-centred process. Developing players' all-round skills and game-understanding with an emphasis on Physical Literacy appropriate to the stages of development of each individual are the key technical, tactical & physical module objectives. The course develops the coach as 'Guide'. ENTRY CRITERIA There is no entry requirement; however, priority (where applicable) will be given to participants who were actively involved in coaching Mini Rugby. ACCREDITATION (Immediately)? - Full course attendance (all modules) - Practical demonstration (within course) of safety awareness in skills requiring contact - Sign-off and commitment to IRFU Child Welfare Policy document - Participants must be 16yrs of age Important note: Coaches aged 16-18 years old are restricted to performing in an Assistant Coach role, under the direct supervision and guidance of an Accredited Mini Rugby coach aged 18yrs or older.