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1. Tour: Downloadable Tools & Templates
   Here's a partial listing of our growing array of ready-to-use forms, procedures and worksheet templates you can use to build a more organized and effi . . . keep reading
   
   
2. Tour: Specific How To Video's & Articles
   Are you tired of rugby coaching magazines, rugby journals and freebie coaching web sites with lots of fluff but no meat and substance on how to actual . . . keep reading
   
   
3. Your Rugby Coaching Philosophy
   Every good rugby coach has their own personal style, values and unique view on rugby coaching that make up their coaching philosophy. It is important for any coach to think about their own style and try and develop it fully into an all-round philosophy. Here are some thoughts on why you might want to do this, and how best to go about it . . . keep reading
   
   
4. Rugby Coaching Styles
   There are many different styles for a rugby coach to adopt -- indeed as many as there are coaches. But choosing the right one can be difficult -- it is important that you tailor your own style to your players' needs, skills and age levels. Here are some thoughts on the broad categories of coaching, and when you might need to use each one. . . . keep reading
   
   
5. Game Sense Rugby Coaching
   Game sense rugby coaching is an increasingly popular style of coaching in many sports, and in particular, both codes of rugby. Originally popularised in Australia, it is also known as Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) or the Empowerment or Questioning Approach. . . . keep reading
   
   
6. Mental Preparation For Elite Rugby Players
   David Griffiths
   The game of rugby has changed considerably since the advent of professionalism. The hits have gotten bigger and so have the players. But one aspect often forgotten is the . . . keep reading
   
   
7. Mental Toughness
   Mental toughness is one of the most elusive goals of all elite players. It is one of the greatest accolades a professional player can have -- that he is said to be tough under pressure and consistent in performance. . . . keep reading
   
   
8. How can coaches accelerate learning?
   The ideal coach not only passes on his experiences to players and develops their skills, but does so quickly, bringing out the full potential of his players. The ultimate image is of the elite coach who joins a team and totally transforms their performance over the course of one season. While you may not be quite there yet, there is certainly a lot you can do to speed up your players' learning experience. . . . keep reading
   
   
9. Can You Coach Decision Making?
   Being a coach is all about making decisions, both before and during matches -- strategies, team-picking, substitution -- there is a lot to consider. So how can you make sure you are making the best possible decisions for your team. Should you rely on gut instinct? Or make a more intellectual choice? Here are a few tips to get you making the right decisions for you and your team . . . keep reading
   
   
10. Tour: Audio Programs & Teleseminars
    1RugbyCoach.com features audio & video interviews plus tele-seminars with some of the elite Rugby Coaches on a variety of topics all with particul . . . keep reading
    
    
11. Tour: What Our Members Are Saying
    Don't just take our word for it. Here are some of the unsolicited comments we've received from amateur Rugby Coaches around the world: . . . keep reading
    
    
12. Defensive Systems
    Neil Harmon
    The defensive system adopted by a team is ultimately dependent on the strategy of the coach, the preferences and skills of the key players in the team, as also the consideration of the attacking strengths of the opposition. . . . keep reading
    
    
13. Tour: Join a Worldwide Community of Like Minded Rugby Coaches
    You'll be part of a thriving community made up of amateur/semi professional coaches just like you who are serious about improving themselves as Rugby . . . keep reading
    
    
14. Agility Training For Rugby Players
    Rugby players need to be strong and fast, which means that to be a great rugby player, one must be agile. But many make the mistake of just taking agility training for rugby players lightly, or completely do without this important preparation . . . keep reading
    
    
15. When To Introduce Young Players To Weight Training
    Harvey Howard
    Most Rugby coaches, trainers and players alike have already discovered the benefits of weight training. There are four basic components of this type of training . . . keep reading
    
    
16. Pre & Post Match Eating Plan
    Neil Harmon
    These days, nutrition is becoming vitally important for the committed rugby player. Most national sides have at least one nutritionist, and the importance of diet to training is well understood. But it is not just what you eat during training periods . . . keep reading
    
    
17. How To Be Aggressive Without Playing Foul
    David Griffiths
    Both rugby league and rugby union are intensely physical and at times frustrating games. It is not surprising that players can build up large amounts of aggression. If this is used correctly, it can actually help . . . keep reading
    
    
18. Eating To Win For Rugby Players
    Neil Harmon
    As the game of rugby develops and gets more and more physically intense, it becomes even more important to look after your body while playing. This has traditionally meant . . . keep reading
    
    
19. Play Smart - When To Take A Break From Rucking
    David Griffiths
    Not every forward needs to contest every ruck every time. Often the ball is already won or lost by the time they get there (these things can be decided in seconds), so things quickly descend into a pile-up. This may seem obvious, but when it comes down to it, players might not be clear on when or when not to join a ruck. . . . keep reading
    
    
20. Coach Smart - Benefits of Kick Play
    David Griffiths
    The kicking game has been under a lot of pressure in rugby union recently as it has become the attacking weapon of choice for many teams after changes in the breakdown laws. However, there are lessons to be learned from rugby league, and your team might well benefit from a more kicking-oriented game . . . keep reading
    
    

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