Are you interested in becoming a coach?

Anyone can give it a try. All you need is a keen interest in the game of rugby league and a willingness to work with others to build a positive team environment. You will need to learn simple rules and the skills necessary to be an effective communicator, and have a wish to mentor others, and share your passion and experience.

Pathway

The NZRL offers a pathway for coaches at every level of the game, from youth to international rugby league. To view this document, click here

Courses

Here is an outline of all courses delivered by our team including course dates, resources and material that will help guide you in the right direction.

Please note: Before attending any courses, you MUST register to the course link and also complete the NZRL Leaguesmart online questionnaire, which can be found here. This questionnaire will take approximately 30-40 minutes and covers a variety of basic rugby league questions with video footage to support throughout the duration. There is no time limit to the questionnaire as long as it has been completed before attending the course. A failure to do so will be deemed “course tbc”. This is standard procedure and self explanatory, please ensure you are registered to the following link prior to the course commencing.

You will need to bring the following to any course:

• Note pad and pen • Appropriate clothing for practical sessions

Beginner Mini Mod Course (BMM)

This is a basic introductory course for those who are new to coaching and are wanting to coach within the 6-12 years age groups.

The course has three compulsory components:

– Leaguesmart online questionnaire which must be completed before attending the course

– Overview of what Mini Mod Football is all about

– PowerPoint presentation for mini mod skills practical – Outdoors (weather dependent)

Beginner Youth (BYC) & Beginner Senior Course (BSC)

This is a basic introductory course for those who are new to coaching and are wanting to coach within the 13-18 years  and Seniors 19+ years age groups.

The course has three compulsory components:

– Leaguesmart online questionnaire which must be completed before attending the course

– Overview of what youth & senior is all about

– PowerPoint presentation for youth & senior skills practical – Outdoors (weather dependent)

The NZRL Leaguesmart tutorial is an easy-to-follow guide through the first steps of your Rugby League career – watch it now.

If you have any question please contact the Canterbury Rugby League Development Officer Dom Tola via email dom@crfl.co.nz