IRB - Rugby Sevens Reaching Out

Tips for Coaching Sevens Rugby

Sevens expert Russell Earnshaw talks through his coaching philosophy and approach to drills, exercises and games

Sevens - Uncovered - The Sevens Referee

Sevens - Uncovered - The Sevens Referee

Sevens - Uncovered - The Coach

What is the role of the coach. In this clip some of the top 7's coaches give some thoughts on what they do and how they see themselves in the make up of the modern 7's squad

Sevens Drop-Goal Conversion

In seven-a-side rugby, conversions are executed by drop-kick, to save time. For the same reason, and as demonstrated here by Filton College, they can be taken from behind the posts, towards the field of play.

IRB 7s - Stronger Defences

The statistics showed that defences in the Sevens World Series are improving, and this is changing team's tactics.

IRB 7s - Tries from Penalties

During the 2011/12 Sevens World Series, the most fruitful source of tries was penalties and free kicks.

Sevens Uncovered

Sevens Unccovered

IRB 7s - Single Phase Tries

The 2011/12 Sevens World Series saw an increase in the number of tries scored with no rucks or mauls in their build up.

Sevens - Uncovered - Attack

Elite coaches discuss their attacking philosophies and this underpines the skills and techniques they will work on as coaches and the type of trainign sessions they will plan. As a coach how do you coach the skills that the Fijian players possess or the patience the Welsh side had to win the last 7's world cup. Does the team represent the ideas and plans of the coach?

Sevens - Uncovered - The Aerial Battle

Re - starts are as numerous as scrums in seven's and coaches should put as much emphasis on the kick off as any other facet of the game. Possession is crucial in seven's and an effective re - start strategy can win not only matches but tournaments for teams. You must posses players who can kick and contest the ball in the air becasue if not you will be competing without the ball for long periods of the match. Listen to the top coaches on how important they think the kick offs are

Sevens - Uncovered - The Playmaker

This footage outlines the importance of "decision making" in seven's. The top sides have players with a variety of skills but to be consistent performers teams require a playmaker who has the vision and tactical acumen to manage team tactics "On the move" and the ability to create opportunities out of nothing

Quins - Rugby Netball Game

Rugby netball is a ball game that is great for warm ups and getting a session started. The coach can set targets for the number of passes or set up goals to score through, just set the conditions you want to work to

USA Sevens - Learn The Rules Of The Ruck

With less players the breakdown is much cleaner in Seven's and knowing the laws and being accurate in your skills wins matches. Mike Friday clarifies what can be a complex area and why many coaches focus on this facet of the game

Sevens - Uncovered - The Support Staff

Core Stability for Rugby Players

Becoming stronger and more powerful is important for rugby players of all standards. However, it is important for players to have a strong core before they progress into lifting weights. Here are some simple core exercises that can be done anywhere without any equipment.

Sevens - Wheeled Scrums 1

A strong scrum can be a great weapon for attack in seven's, in this clip the Red scrum puts pressure on the defending loose head (Right hand prop) which wheels the scrum and allows the defending scrum half to disrupt the ball forcing a turnover. Key factors : Tight binding - Low body position - Leg drive - Working as a unit

IRB 7s - Summary

Rugby's Groundhog Day

Are your club coaches facing the same questions and problems year after year? Make sure knowledge and ideas are shared among your coaches to further develop them and the players!

Sevens - Uncovered - The Breakdown Specialists

The breakdown has become a significant area for coaches and players to focus on. All players now need the technical skills and the intensity to compete at the tackle area and if players are poor in this area teams will be exposed. Some teams will select a specialist in this area and combine his skills with tackle technique from other players so that they work in units to turn over possesion

IRB 7s - Less Tries from Set Piece

The proportion of tries scored from scrums and lineouts has decreased to only 24%. This may be another sign of improving defensive organisation.

Sevens - Classic Tackle 1

Good tackle technique when chasing a player from behind. The defender gets to his feet quickly to contest the ball. Key factors : Head to one side - Arms around attackers waist and slide down - Keep your arms around the attackers legs - Use momentum to get back to your feet

Seven's - Speed Training

See some of the exercises the England 7's players go through for fitness & speed

Rugby-Football Game

A great fun game that combines rugby and football, that also tests the players skills for catch & pass, awareness and support play. This can be played with age groups from 13 / 14 upwards

Tag Game - End Ball and Rugby Netball

Tag Game - End Ball and Rugby Netball

Expert - Sir Ian Mcgeechan - Children in rugby

Sir Ian Mcgeechan gives his thoughts on how to introduce rugby to children

Tag Game - Tag Rugby 1

Tag Game - Tag Rugby 1

USA Sevens - Techniques For Contact

Retaining possession in Seven's wins matches, it's that simple but these days you need to improve your contact skills. Phil Greening provides a few tips and some insight into some of the USA's training drills

Conor O Shea - is rugby changing

Conor O shea discuss the rapidly changing world of Professional sport and rugby

Sevens - Lineout catch & maul drive

Sevens - Lineout catch & maul drive

Dean Ryan: Rugby's Foundations

Dean Ryan: Rugby's Foundations

Rugby Netball with 4 Goals

In this game of 'rugby netball' (or 3D touch), use four goals instead of 2, to encourage more movement around the pitch and for players to learn spacial awareness and communication.

Scrum Factory - 3. TOP With Rugby Balls

Expensive training equipment is not necessary and the simple rugby ball can provide an excellent technical and conditioning work out

Interview - Dean Ryan: Rugby is Special

"Good people make good rugby players, who make it fun to be involved" - Dean Ryan

Warm-up with Games and Handling (Rugby ready)

A rugby ready style warm up with games and handling as they focus prior to moving on to more technical skills. The game centres around the teams trying to make 10 passes

Chapter 1 - Playing Tag Rugby

Introduction to TAG

Step 1 - Playing Tag Rugby

Rugby Rewards Programme

Rugby Rewards to motivate players

Sevens - Full Lineout 1

Sevens - Full Lineout 1

Sevens - Straight Scrums 2

Scrums are a great platform to attack from in seven's, notice the fly half (2nd reciever) is directly behind the scrum and can choose which way to attack. Key factors : Work as a unit - Strong core - Tight binding - Leg drive

Sevens - Full Lineout 3

Accurate skills are the key to lineouts in seven's, a combination of movement, lifting and throw combine to make an effective restart for the attacking team. The shape of the attacking side is pre planned to create a mis - match with a faster player v a slower one. key factors : Pre call the move - Fast feet - Strong core for jumper - Support from both players to lift the jumper - Jumper to jump - Accurate throw - Support he jumper to the ground - Offload pass to scrum half

Sevens - 2 v 1

Seven's is about creating chances and then taking them. In this clip the Blue team take the ball up the middle of the pitch to draw in defenders, after recycling the ball they have a 2 v 1 opportunity, a straight line of running and a flat wide pass creates the try. Key factors : Call early - Run straight - Wide spin pass - Catch and swerve to score

Sevens - Offloads 1

Sevens - Offloads 1

Neil de Kock - Favourite part of Rugby

Neil de Kock highlights his favourite part of rugby training when he was young.

Rugby Netball

Rugby Netball

Sevens - Full Lineout 2

Sevens - Full Lineout 2

Sevens - Patterns of Play 3

Working in units and working through phases is crucial to modern day sevens and in this clip the White team show great technique and patience to work their way up the field to score. Key factors : Ball retention - Communication - Work in units - Accurate passing - Patience - Stamina

L2 - Continuous Rugby

Skill Practice Description • Play 7 v 7 Continuous Rugby i.e. after a score, the team who has just scored, keeps possession and immediately starts attacking the far try line. • This allows attacker to play against broken defences (defence not spread in a flat line across the field of play). • This will help players to use evasive skills and maintain continuity, with more passing before being tackled (3 second recycles after a tackle or it becomes a turnover). Key Coaching Points • Communication • Quickness of attack at a disorganised defence • Skills to attack space • Footwork and evasion skills • Scanning skills Relevance to the Game • Great for coaching counter attacking and challenging speed in organisation of both attack and defence. • Any player can be ball carrier and communication is vital as is decision making in identifying space and the best way to attack it successfully

Breakout Touch Rugby Game

Breakout Touch Rugby Game

Tony Rea - What makes rugby special?

Tony Rea - What makes rugby special?

Sevens - Offloads for continuity

Sevens - Offloads for continuity

Johnny Zhang - Getting Started in Rugby

Johnny Zhang describes the essential skills to get started in rugby, and the best ways to learn and improve.

Johnny Zhang - Rugby and Me

Johnny Zhang discusses his introduction to rugby, and how the sport has helped him to develop as a person.

Interview - Dean Ryan: Core Rugby Foundations

Dean Ryan explains the importance of rugby's foundations and how they shouldn't be overlooked by coaches.

Continuous Rugby

QBE - Continuous Rugby

STG - Rugby Rounders

A fun an active way of integrating rugby's core skills into another familiar game.

Premiership Rugby Camps

Premiership rugby camps are a great opportunity to test & challenge young players, learn new skills & have great fun. New environments, elite coaches and new friends are just a few of the benefits in attending

Interview- sir Ian McGeechan - Kids in Rugby 2

Interview - Sir Ian Mcgeechan - Kids in rugby

Ruck Touch Rugby

Coaches can use games to introduce all skills for your age group. If you are very specific about the conditions you apply then players will learn these skills in a fun and enjoyable game

Interview - Conor O Shea rugby is special

Offside Touch - Heads Up Rugby

Use this game of offside touch to force your players to play with their heads up to identify space. One player per side can play in an offside position and players are allowed to kick.

Sevens - Standard restart with attack winning ball 3

A well organised re start with one main attacker challenging for the ball with support both in front and behind him, if the ball is knocked either side of the main catcher the ball will be gathered by his teammates. Great leg drive to continue the attack and a very long pass to complete the scoring. Key factors : Accurate kick - Focus on the ball - Sideways jump - Catch ball above head - Structured support

Conor O'Shea: Why is rugby important to you?

Conor O Shea - Harlequins DoR

11. 4 v 2 Continuous Touch Rugby

Sevens - Short Restart 1

England Sevens - Tom Mitchell - Conditioning Circuit

7s training

Sevens - Wheeled Scrums 3

USA Sevens - Creating Habits Through Collision Conditioning

Perfect practise is about replicating match conditions in training. Phil Greening outlines his approach and provides some practical examples

England Sevens - Marcus Watson - Trunk Circuit

Rugby Netball with 4 Goals

A great game to get players passing, talking and moving into space. The game is spread wider by having four possible goals to attack.

Tackling 2 - Rugby Kibadi

CCRU Game - Rugby Rounders

Aim of the Game: The batting player kicks or throws the ball forward into play. Make sure that the size and shape of the ball is appropriate to the age of the players. To get the batter out, the fielders may catch the initial kick or throw before it bounces or complete three passes before the batter gets all the way round the cones and back to base cone. The fielders develop their passing, catching and communication skills. The batter is encouraged to think tactically with regard to their initial kick or throw and subsequent running decisions

Sevens - 2 v 1 2

Sevens - Strike Moves 2

Players can strike from any location on the pitch, in this clip the Red team relax thinking they have the attackers behind their own posts, however a strong scrum, good pass and great step create the gap to go through, the next 95 metres is all about speed and fitnes. Key factors : Space beetween attackers - Good pass - Side step - Speed - Stamina

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

Sevens - Turnovers and move the ball 4

From a turnover in contact the attackers pass the ball wide one way and then a deep wide pass back in the other direction to pull the defence out of shape and create an opportunity to attack. Key factors : Wide flat pass - Players support from depth - Deep wide pass - Running and swerving past the defender

Sevens - Strike Moves 1

A simple but effective attack from a scrum. Three good passes provides the winger to run past his defender to score. Notice how the first reciever is directly behind the scrum and not to the side, (This makes the pass from the scrum easier when under pressure). Key factors : Position of 1st reciever - Run straigh and wide spin pass - Speed of the runner

Touch rugby - ball presentation

A game for understanding how the presentation of the ball can affect the speed of the game and the ability to attack space

Dean Ryan: Core Rugby Foundations

Dean Ryan talks through what coaches should focus on and why improving the basics are the most crucial areas

Johnny Zhang - Mental Preparation for Rugby

Johnny Zhang explains how he prepares for a big game.

Sevens - Uncovered - Defence

The leading international coaches explain why defence is so important and how much emphasis they put on it. This clip features a variety of tackles and techniques and post good defence the opportunity to turn the ball over. Most coaches will use a system for their defence and here are some insights

Coaching 7-a-side Rugby - Choice Touch

This small sided game is design to develop intuitive decision making.

The players need to recognise the situation and react accordingly.

Practice through a conditioned game is the most effective way to develop the necessary skills to recognise a situation as it unfolds and to react appropriately and without hesitation

Coaching 7-a-side Rugby - Restarts; kicking short

As possession is king, gaining possession from a kick off is vital for effective 7s. Especially considering that the team that scores takes the kick off.

Coaching 7-a-side Rugby - Side line press

In Defence:

Stay alert, keep on toes, specific communication, react, work hard

Defend what is happening – not what you think is going to happen

Trust the defence system, trust your team mates – trust yourself

Coaching 7-a-side Rugby - Restarts; kicking long

The objective for the kicking team is to back their defence and force a turnover ball

Also utilised the long kick if you do not have an accurate and consistent kicker

If you are the receiving team, have four players up near the 10m line

Sevens - The Switch

Sevens - Body Management

Team Patterns - Warm up touch rugby

Using games with a purpose is great preparation for the session

Conor O Shea - what can rugby teach us?

Conor O Shea - Harlequins DoR

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

Rugby netball

A game for warming up and to develop players' awareness of space.

Rugby netball variation

Play a game to develop understanding - here the ball carrier cannot run with the ball.

Rugby Netball using goals on wide pitch

A game for developing players understanding of space out wide.

Touch rugby with offload after touch

A game for understanding the importance of support.

One touch rugby

A game for understanding space

Touch rugby with press up variation

This variation allows the attack to be more successful - and for the defence to work hard to cover the attack

Touch rugby - roll ball back

A game for understanding

Touch rugby - one touch on forwards

A game for understanding

Sevens - 2 v 1

Having identified a 2 v 1 situation, the RGS Guildford player decides not to give an early pass from the breakdown, but instead to run and commit the defender before giving a pass to his teammate. Key factors: Timing - communication - accurate passing