Women's - Wheeled Scrums 2

Women's - Straight Scrums 2

Women's - Straight Scrums 2

Men's - Wheeled Scrums 2

An example of a wheeled scrum

Women's - Wheeled Scrums 4

Women's - Collapsed Scrums 2

Women's - Wheeled Scrums 3

Junior - Wheeled Scrums 2

Women's - Wheeled Scrums 1

Sevens - Wheeled Scrums 2

Step 4 - Introducing the 2 v 2 Scrum

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

Level 2 - Scrum Body Positions

Level 2 - Scrum Body Positions

Women's - 2 v 3 2

Women's - 2 v 3 1

Women's - 2 v 3 1

Men's - Wheeled Scrums 3

An example of a wheeled scrum

Men's - Wheeled Scrums 4

An example of a wheeled scrum

Women's - 2 v 1

Women's - 2 v 1

Women's - Exiting the 22m 2

Women's - Exiting the 22m 2

Women's - Offloads 2

Women's - Offloads 2

Women's - Good contact body position/ball presentation 2

Women's - Good contact body position/ball presentation 2

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

British Lions - play from wheeled scrum going left

Developing play from the scrum is an important part of the understanding of how the scrum is part of a gameplan

Junior - Straight Scrums 2

Two even packs compete at the scrum, good technique creates a good and safe contest. The black team use the platform from the scrum to score a try wide out. Key factors : 8 players working as a unit - Calling - Strong body position - Hips, back and head all facing forward - Accurate binding

Women's - Straight Scrums 1

A well contested scrum from both teams. Good technique and body position ensure a solid and safe scrum. The red team use this restart to kick and gain territory. Key factors : Strong body position - Tight binding between the players - Calling - Players push in a straight line - Ball control from ther no 8

British Lions - Play from scrum - continuity 2

Developing play from the scrum is an important part of the understanding of how the scrum is part of a gameplan

Level 2 - Scrum Warm up Activities

This clip shows some appropriate warm up activities for the scrum

British Lions - play from scrum with wheel practice

Using the wheel effectively opens up areas of space on the pitch to attack

Men's - Straight Scrums 2

An example of a straight scrum

Men's - Collapsed Scrums 2

An example of a collapsed scrum

British Lions - scrum practice 2

Progressiing the scrum practice always requires the underlining of the basics of the unit skill

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

Women's - Turnovers and move the ball 2

Women's - Straight Scrums 4

Level 2 - Scrum Engagement

Men's - Ref awarding penalty at scrum 2

Scrum Technique 1 v 2

This drill acts as a warm up for the single player, with the other two simply providing resistance. The single player must maintain a strong body position and push the other two backwards.

Sevens - Wheeled Scrums 3

Sevens - Ref awarding penalty at scrum 2

Sevens - Wheeled Scrums 4

Men's - Wheeled Scrums 1

Women's - Straight Scrums 3

Women's - Accurate clearing of players 2

Women's - Strike Moves 2

Women's - Patterns of Play 2

Women's - Ball off the top from lineout 2

Women's - Ref rewarding penalty at scrum

Women's - Collapsed Scrums 1

Junior - Collapsed Scrums 2

Junior - Wheeled Scrums 1

Women's - Counter attack plays 2

Women's - Patterns of Play 1

Three phases of play with accurate passing and quick ball from each breakdown creates the opportunity for the scrum half to run through and score Key factors Present a target with your hands Pass the ball laterally Run straight / inside shoulder of the defender

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

11. 6 v 2 v 2 v 2

6 v 2 v 2 v 2 v 3

Developing the skills into decision making down a channel

Scrum Factory - 13. Key Triangle Explanation

Building the scrum in triangles

Junior - 2 v 1 2

Junior - 2 v 1 2

Scrum Factory - 9. Scrum Positions

The role of each position

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

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

Sevens - Full Lineout 2

Sevens - Full Lineout 2

Scrum Factory - 16. Building the Scrum

A straight drive and square culture, will bring about eight players doing the same thing at the same time

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.

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

Chapter 2 - Introducing Competition for the Ball

Level 2 - Back Row Example Clip 2

Men's - 3 v 2 2

Sevens - 2 v 1 2

Step 2 - Introducing Competition for the Ball

Junior - 3 v 2 2

New Rules of Play - Under 10s - Scrum Coaching

The introduction of the scrum for both mini players and coaches can be confusing. This clip explains the the reasoning behind the 3 man scrum and the technical points that ned to be taught

Expert - Conor o Shea - what is the role of a scrum half

Conor O Shea disucsses what a scrum half is responsible for

Scrum Factory - 8. Individual Technique

Each player should understand how their individual contribution affects the scrum as a whole

3 v 2 in Channel

A development of the 2 v 1 and 3 v1 drills, the attackers now must beat 2 defenders. This requires more decision-making ability as the movements of the defenders could change every time. Players must communicate as well as continue to perform their handling and running skills.

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.

Scrum Half Passing with Chris Cusiter - Wrist Warm-Up

Sale Sharks and Scotland scrum half Chris Cusiter leads a session on passing from the base of a scrum or ruck. In this first video, Chris addresses basic technique in a couple of exercises that warm up the wrists and arms.

8-man Scrum v Machine

Testing your scrums in training using a scrum machine / sled helps to ensure all of your pack practice the correct body position and timing in cooperation with their team mates. This is a great time to try out new combinations of players before match day.

Lions - play from scrum - continuity

Developing play from the scrum is an important part of the understanding of how the scrum is part of a gameplan

Scrum - New Drills & Progressions

Set piece coach George skivington from London Irish talks through some new tips to coach the scrum

Men's - Straight Scrums 1

An example of a straight scrum.

Scrum tips for Props

This clip provides some advice for the front row on their binding, body position and driving in the scrum.

Scrum Technique Progressions for youths

Working from a single players body position to a full scrum can be daunting for some coaches. In this clip there are simple steps to progress and the technical points are consistent

Junior - Straight Scrums

Junior Scrums

Expert - Conor O Shea - What makes a great scrum half

Conor O Shea discuss the profile of scrum half

Coach the Scrum Half Pass

This clip outlines some of the fundamental techniques required to become a good passer of the ball from the ground, an essential skill for scrum half's. Simple and easy instructions for both coaches and players to benefit from

Teaching scrum engagement

Coaching the scrum has a series of processes to follow and once you have established a strong body position the engagement and getting ready for the engagement is the next step

Scrum Factory - 11. Flanker Channeling and The Role of the Number 8

The roles of each player in channelling the ball to the number 8

Step 3 - Introducing the 1 v 1 Scrum

Step 5 - Introducing the 3 v 3 Scrum

Scrum - Tighthead tips for Senior Players

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Building the scrum

It is important to slowly build your scrum each row at a time, particularly if there are new players in your pack, or an inexperienced front row.

Men's - Standard restart with good catch 2

Men's - Standard restart with good catch 2

Tackling 20 - 2-man Tackle

Tackling 20 - 2 man Tackle

2 v 1 Draw and Pass

A basic 2 v 1 drill that encourages players to time their pass after they have drawn a defender, and for the supporting player to hold their depth.

Women's - Clips of coaches

Women's - Clips of coaches

Coaching the new Scrum Laws

An brief summary of coaching the new scrum engage sequence. Always include a good upper body warm up and highlight the importance of a strong core with your players. Check the 'Body Position and Technique' section for full videos including hooking technique.

Richard Wigglesworth - Scrum Half Tips

England Scrum half Richard Wrigglesworth discusses the factors which help players improve and how to approach training

Focus on Scrum Half

Great scrum halves always bring their own individual elements to the game, but an excellent command of the basic skills is essential for all of them. Join now to see position-specific exercises and tips from Aviva Premiership Rugby players and coaches.

Scrum-half Passing Exercises

Some useful exercises for scrum-halves to develop their passing skills.

New Scrum Laws - Hooking Technique

Jon Curry at Northampton Saints discusses the new scrum laws and their implications for hookers, along with some exercises to get them up to scratch. Log in to see the full session and many others.

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

Junior - Wrap Tackle 2

Junior - Wrap Tackle 2