Coaching
Exciting times lie ahead in the coaching arena. The phased introduction of the mandatory coach licensing scheme (CLS) will have a massive impact upon the standards of coaching throughout the game; this is to be welcomed. A key facet will be the continuous professional development irrespective of which level of the game you coach. The target date for all coaches to be licensed is 2010 in line with Government policy. To achieve this, the RFU has adopted a phased approach to implementation. Everyone who completes a formal coaching course after 1 Jan 08 will become licensed if they meet all the requirements. From 1 Sep 2008 all coaches of adult teams can volunteer to gain a free licence, similarly those coaching in the U13 – U18 sector can apply from 1 Nov 08.
The clear message is to apply as soon as you can! Full details on the CLS can be found here: http://www.communityrugby. com/communityrugby/index.cfm/Fuseaction/ Home.Major/StoryTypeId/102.cfm
The aim of the GRFU Coaching Team remains the sustained improvement of coaching standards at all levels of the game. We will provide the strategic lead for coaching policy, recruitment and development, schools and clubs are encouraged to contact any members of the sub-committee to discuss specific coaching issues including subsidies for courses. The target of one qualified coach per club expanding to one per team remains.