Men's - Wrap Tackle 2

Junior - Wrap Tackle 2

Junior - Wrap Tackle 2

Men's - Wrap Tackle 1

Men's - Wrap Tackle 3

Sevens - Wrap Tackle 2

Men's - High Tackle 2

Men's - Classic tackle 2

Men's - Incorrect Tackle 2

2-man Tackle and Decision-making

This practice develops communication in a three v three game format

Men's - 3 v 2 1

A passage of play that shows how to attack with more attackers than defenders, a 3 v 2. The winger shows that strong running and determination can break tackles. Click on the practises in this section for coaching ideas

Tackling 20 - 2-man Tackle

Tackling 20 - 2 man Tackle

Men's - Turnover and move the ball 2

Strong defence and a turnover allows two quick passes, (One long pass), and then attack the defence. The two passes have changed the channel of attack by 30 metres.

Key factors : Tackle and stay on your feet - Long quick pass / spin pass - Communicate loudly - Support the ball carrier on his shoulder

Impact Wrap Tackle

Impact Wrap Tackle

Quins Defence - 2 v 2 tackling

A progression from the 1 v 1 drill this exercise adds extra players to make the decision making process more realistic. The coaches can vary the delivery of the ball and the width of the area to put different conditions to the players

Men's - 3 v 2 2

Women's - Wrap Tackle

Women's - Wrap Tackle

Men's - Exiting the 22m 2

Men's - Exiting the 22m 2

Men's - Good body position in contact & ball presentation 2

Men's - Good body position in contact & ball presentation 2

Men's - Offloads for Continuity 2

Men's - Offloads for Continuity 2

Men's - Standard restart with good catch 2

Men's - Standard restart with good catch 2

Men's - Lineout maul good defence 2

Men's - Lineout maul good defence 2

Men's - Double Tackle

Men's - Double Tackle

Introduction to tackling - Step 2

The transition from practicing tackling on knees to tackling on feet starts with the tackler remaining on their knees and the ball-carrier walking past. Then progress to having both players on their feet, but still executing the tackle at a controlled, walking pace.

Tackling 2 - Rugby Kibadi

Men's - 2 v 1

A good example of phase play to create a 2 v 1 attacking platform. The initial deep pass then creates an overlap and the defender drifts to allow the attacker to run through easily.

Key factors : Quick ball at breakdown - Straight lines of running - Deep pass - straight lines of running again - Loud communication

Men's - Offloads 2

A counter attack invlving moving the ball wide quickly, then attack defenders with support runners and finally a 2 v 1 to score in the corner. Key factors : Strong communication - Wide spin passes - Attacking the space around defenders - Support the ball carrier from behind - Offload with two hands - straight running - Flat pass

Offload out of the tackle in channel 2

A good progression for developing difficulty from a standard drill, look at carrying the ball and moving the defender so that you can ride the tackle

Tackle bag grid chase the tackler 2

a high intensity support and conditioning drill in a small space, that you can manage

Men's - Wheeled Scrums 2

An example of a wheeled scrum

Offload out of the tackle with ball in 2 hands

Keeping the ball in two hands is a core skill and one that needs to be developed at ALL ages

Men's - Injured players and medics 2

Sevens - Classic Tackle 2

Sevens - Wrap Tackle 1

Men's - Clips of Coaches 2

Men's - Straight Scrums 2

An example of a straight scrum

Men's - Classic Tackle 1

Men's - Patterns of play 2

Men's - Hold them up tackle (Ireland style)

Men's - Lineout catch & maul drive 2

An example of setting up a maul after a catch and drive at a lineout

Men's - Classic tackle 4

Men's - Classic tackle 3

Men's - Ball off the top from lineout 2

An example of playing the ball from the top of a lineout

Men's - Accurate clearing of players 2

Men's - Collapsed Scrums 2

An example of a collapsed scrum

Men's - Short Lineout 2

An example of a shortened lineout

Junior - Wrap Tackle 1

Junior - Classic Tackle 2

Men's - Strike Moves 2

Foul Play Clip 2 - Tackle

Men's - Full lineout 2

A 5 man lineout where all the players are spread evenly apart, all players can lift and jump so the focus is on speed and accuracy. Key factors : Even spread of players - Communication - Quick jump - Accuate lifting - Accurate throw in

Men's - Ref awarding penalty at scrum 2

Men's - Incorrect Tackle 1

Men's - High Tackle 1

Men's - Leg Drive 2

11. 6 v 2 v 2 v 2

Kiwi Tackling - Coaching Dominant Tackling

To be a dominant tackler you need to practise the core skills regularly. The tackle has many factors to it and here are some tips from New Zealand

Tackling - When is the tackle completed?

It is very much an individual choice as to when a tackle is completed to when the defender can compete for the ball. What is generally accepted is that good tackle technique will enable the defender to "Be ready" for his next task. This clip explores why a strong grip or "Ring of steel" will enable the tackler to be dominant

Sevens - Turnovers and move the ball 2

A turnover from a strong tackle and quick "Jackle" where the defender uses the momentum of the attacking player to swimg up onto his feet and contest the ball, this results in a line break. Key factors : Tackle technique - Urgency to get up to feet - Core strength - Speed

Offload out of the tackle in channel

A good start for developing offload and tackle skills, allowing you to manage the amount of contact in the tackle whilst performing the skill successfully. Key factors : Strong base - Lead with arm and shoulder - Keep looking forward with head up - Wrap arm around legs / waist and squeeze tight with other arm - Use attackers bodyweight to rotate your body

Tackle Technique - Boxer's Hands

Players should have their hands up ready, so they can wrap around when making a tackle.

Tackle Technique - Tight Grip

As the tackler wraps his arms, they should try to grip on to execute a more secure tackle.

The Choke Tackle

The choke tackle is a technique used to slow attacking ball down. By wrapping the attacker high around the ball and lifting them slightly, their momentum is reduced and they are unable to make the offload. The longer a tackler can keep them from going to ground, the more time the rest of the defence have to get ready.

2-man lifting practice with pad

A good foundation exercise for technical development of practicing lifting with a tackle bag. You could use a contact pad or a tyre if you do not have a tackle bag. Key factors : Strong body position - Fast feet - Straigh back - Lock out the arms - Use momentum of both players

Scrum Factory - 2. Tower of Power Demonstration

Good body posture is essential and applicable to all players regardless of age and gender
This posture transfers to the tackle, ruck, maul and in a vertical plain the lineout, so it is important that all players are coached to adopt good posture in contact

Step 4 - Introducing the 2 v 2 Scrum

Develop Confidence For Tackling

Developing confidence in and around the tackle is very important when starting to teach tackle techniques. This clip provides a few ideas that you could use in your sessions

Tackling Aussie Style

Australian coaches across all age groups have a slightly different approach to teaching the tackle, or do they? You can take a few of their tips and integrate them into your coaching process

Tackle Technique & Progressions

Introducing tackle technique to players is a challenging process and the Wasps coaches ensure the players understand and are competent at each step prior to progressing to the next one

Tackle technique

Learning Tackle Technique

Intro To Safe Tackling

In this video we take a look at how these coaches introduce young players to safe tackle technique.

Passing - 2 v 1 Static Defender

Now working in just twos, we are concerned with depth, and the timing of the pass. Allow players to practice before adding a static defender. This can be a tackle bag as demonstrated. Players take the ball up to the defender but must complete the pass before they reach it.

Sevens - Offloads 2

To execute an offload you need to have support players in the right area, here the ball carrier knows he has support and is able to take a risk and offload out of the back of the tackle. Prior to the offload the ball carrier works hard to stay on his feet. Key factor : Leg drive - Twist and work the body in contact - Control ball one handed - Communication from support players

5v5 Semi-contact (2)

The sides are now even and the players can tackle, but not attempt to steal the ball. Again, the defence must retreat 5m, giving the attackers opportunities.

Tackle on Knees

This exercise asks players to attack from the front while still on their knees. It is important than the tackler pushers his shoulder through onto the outside hip of the attacker with the head staying outside as well. 1. Shoulder. 2 Arms tight 3. Drive

Tackling 19 - Conditioned Games

Tackling 19 - Conditioned Games

Double-tackle Technique

Double-tackles are useful against a team who like to offload. Leg drive can put them on the back-foot.

Game - Tackle Touch

Whether you're introducing tackling to young players for the first time, or re-introducing it to senior players after a summer away, this is a great game to play to ease back into it. It isolates the 1v1 tackle and puts emphasis on technique without the high speed impact of a full contact game.

1 v 1 Tackling in Channel

An opportunity for players to put what they have learnt on tackle technique into practice. Each tackle is observed by all other players who can give feedback. Ensure all players have a go at attacking and defending.

Junior Tackle and Breakdown

Good tackle technique leads into being effective at the breakdown, this clip provides advice on how to coach the tackle combined with the next phase of getting to your feet and competing for the space or ball

Defence - Tackle Progressions

Understanding tackle techniques and the progressions is integral for all coaches as a basic fundamental in coaching contact. The IRB "rugby ready" course provides a step by step approach to compliment the technques in this section

Player Welfare and Tackle Technique

Head injuries are a serious consequence to rugby and an area that deserves the attention of all players and coaches. Be proactive by coaching and re-coaching tackle technique to reinforce good habits.

Tom Wood on Tackle Technique

6 v 2 v 2 v 2 v 3

Developing the skills into decision making down a channel

Tackle Technique Summary

Basic tackle technique is essential to rugby players of all ages and standards.

Tackle technique 5

Tackle technique 5

Introduction to tackling - Step 4

Jailbreak is a fun game that allows young players to become familiar with live tackling, as well as evasion. The game is played in a small area, to the increase the chance of tackles being made, and reduce the speed of the ball-carriers.

Chop Tackle - Pad Drill

Aim to develop good tackle habits through repetitive practice. Using pads allows you to train with intensity whilst lowering the impact on the body.

Coaching the leg Tackle

An example of a basic 1v1 exercise to practice the leg tackle.

Tackling 11 - Rear Tackle

Tackling - Rear Tackle

Tackling 3 - Hunting a Tackle

Tackling - Hunting a tackle

Passing - 3 v 2 Live Defenders

Gradually progress from 2 static defenders, to 3 v 2 roaming defenders. The first two players must draw their defenders before giving the pass.

Kiwi Tackling - Pre Tackle Practises

Sharing our coaching ideas is great for the game. Players in New Zealand hone their skills at an early age and it is globally accepted that they have the best techniques across all positions. Coaching the tackle is a key fundamental that all players practise regularly

Tackle Technique - Head Position

With the attacker holding a tackle shield, and running either left or right of the defender, the key point of this drill is ensure the tackler's head is on the right side.

Junior - 2 v 1 2

Junior - 2 v 1 2

Tackling 10 - Side-on Tackle

Tackling 9 - Revise Tracking and Front Tackling

Tackling 23 - Out to In Conditioned Games

Men's - Turnover and move the ball 4

Men's - Turnover and move the ball 4

Sevens - Full Lineout 2

Sevens - Full Lineout 2

Level 2 - Second Row Bind - Traditional Bind

Level 2 - Second Row Bind - Traditional Bind