Coaching in Hampshire
At Hampshire RFU, we believe coaching is at the heart of developing rugby at every level. Our goal is to support and grow our incredible coaching workforce, ensuring all players have the opportunity to fulfil their full potential.
Requirements for Coaching Rugby
To coach rugby in Hampshire, you’ll need the following:
- A valid RFU coaching qualification suitable for your role – ERCA is expected for lead coaches of U9 and above.
- An up-to-date DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).
- Headcase Concussion Awareness: A free, 30-minute eLearning course for anyone aged 14 and up.
- Tackle Safe: eLearning course focusing on the development of high quality coaching of tackle skills.
- Safeguarding Courses: Introduction to safeguarding and Play It Safe training for anyone aged 16 and over who works with children or vulnerable adults.
You can find more details about these requirements via your Club Coaching Coordinator.
Find out more about coaching rugby by visiting the RFU coaching website, or go direct to their coaching resources below.
How We Support Coaches
Hampshire RFU is committed to helping coaches develop their skills and confidence:
- Club Coaching Coordinators (CCC) network: Each club has a designated CCC who is responsible for leading on coach recruitment and development.
- Access to CPD Opportunities: Continuous Professional Development (CPD) sessions delivered throughout the season.
- Annual Coaching Conference: A chance to learn from top-level speakers, network, and gain fresh ideas for your sessions.
The RFU provides a range of courses designed to help you develop as a coach
- England Rugby Coaching Award (ERCA): A key qualification for coaches working in youth rugby and above.
- England Rugby Advanced Coaching Award (ERACA): For experienced coaches looking to deepen their knowledge.
- Principles of Lineout (POL): This course is designed to help coaches, match officials and volunteers explore recent developments in lineout coaching.
- Principles of Scrummaging (POS): This course is designed to help coaches, match officials and volunteers explore recent developments in scrum coaching.
- Neurodiversity in rugby: Neurodiversity resources, produced in collaboration with Neurodiverse Sport, aim to deepen coaches understanding neurodiversity in rugby and build practical coaching skills. To access, click here
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to progress your coaching journey, we’re here to help. Get in touch with us at coaching@hampshirerfu.com or see coaching events below.
Upcoming Coaching Events
eTacklesafe – RFU
Online, free and can be accessed at anytime. Please log into GMS before clicking the link.
Headcase – RFU
Online, free and can be accessed at anytime. Please log into GMS before clicking the link.
Safeguarding – RFU
Online, free and can be accessed at anytime. Please log into GMS before clicking the link.
England Rugby Ready2Ref – Havant RFC
FULL! Ready2Ref will give you all the tools that you need to referee a safe an enjoyable game of Rugby Union.
England Rugby Ready2Ref – Eastleigh RFC
FULL! Ready2Ref will give you all the tools that you need to referee a safe an enjoyable game of Rugby Union.
Annual Hampshire RFU Conference
Annual Conference covering Coaching, Safeguarding, Player Welfare, Club Investment and much more! More information to follow
