Rugby PitchsideCoaching help for U9–U13
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Low and on our feet: 60-minute session

Tackle height first, then what happens after the tackle, then a game that brings both together. Tap Start pitchside and the timer walks you through each block.

The plan

  1. 8min

    Warm-up: belt buckle tag

    Two hands on the hips for a tag. Gets eyes and bodies low. · See the drill: Belt buckle tag
  2. 5min

    Fall and roll

    From kneeling to standing. Every session. · See the drill: Fall and roll
  3. 6min

    Kneeling hip hug

    Cheek to the hip, wrap below the waist, squeeze. · See the drill: Kneeling hip hug
  4. 8min

    Walking gate tackle

    Sink before you arrive. Crouch first, then standing. · See the drill: Walking gate tackle
  5. 2min

    Drinks

    Quick chat: where does your head go in a tackle?
  6. 5min

    Land, turn, long place

    Present the ball back to your team. · See the drill: Land, turn, long place
  7. 6min

    Step over, kneeling defender

    Arrive from behind the ball. Stay on your feet. · See the drill: Step over, kneeling defender
  8. 12min

    Ruck touch

    Touch, place, one steps over. Everyone else holds a line. · See the drill: Ruck touch
  9. 6min

    Game: bubble touch

    Finish with a game. Praise low tags and players who stay out of the bubble. · See the drill: Bubble touch
  10. 2min

    Huddle

    One thing each player did well today.

We'll try to keep your screen on while the timer runs.