How you can learn to coach rugby to kids
Last updated 02:56, Monday, 19 May 2008
RUGBY-mad Cumbrians are being encouraged to coach the sport to kids.
Volunteers are being given the chance to get involved coaching both Tag Rugby and the conventional 15-a-side contact game, with the Rugby Football Union (RFU) funding seminars and specialist two and three hour practical classes.
Nigel Beaty, community rugby coach for Eden, said: "You start with the level one qualification which is a requirement of all club coaches.
"The RFU is committed to ensuring coaches are well-supported and capable of providing a really enjoyable experience for all participants through a range of qualifications, courses, seminars and support services to coaches."
Newcastle Falcons' Cumbrian academy coach Richard Metcalfe said: "You can make everyone better if you're a good coach.
"Whatever that improvement may be, whether it's turning them into world champions or good enough to play for their local seconds team, it can be hugely rewarding."
- Further information from Nigel Beaty on 07772 112827
- A 7-a-side Tag Rugby League tournament will be played during July on Saturday afternoons at Penrith, Carlisle, Creighton and upper Eden rugby clubs.
There will be a barbeque and a free drink for all players. To enter a team or sponsor the event contact Nigel Beaty on 07772 112827 or Graham Kidd on 07772 112823.
