Description
Master U6-U12 Rugby
Coaching | Officiating | Organising | Safeguarding
Starts: Live Introductory Session – Saturday, 9 May 2026 (14:00–16:30)
Cost: Only R350 (Invoice issued after registration)
Format: 100% Online (Live Intro + Self-Paced Google Classroom)
There are no due dates for submissions; you complete everything online in your own time, at your own pace.
Payment for training courses is not processed online; an invoice will be sent to you after registration.
How the Course Works
The course is completely online with the introductory session on Saturday, 9 May 2026 from 14:00-16:30, after which you will be added to a Google Classroom where you will go through all the content in your own time at your own pace. How long you will take will depend on your prior knowledge and experience — this can vary from 1 week to 5 months. Once complete, reach out and your marks will be finalised and Certificate will be published. You need to pass above 80% in all assessments to receive your certificate.
Who Should Take This Course?
This program is structured to overcome geographical and financial barriers through a high-standard, self-directed learning model.
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- Primary School Teachers looking to build confidence on the field and enhance their professional portfolio with verified, NQF-aligned skills.
- Beginner Coaches & Student Teachers wanting a solid, NQF-aligned foundation to help their applications move to the top of the CV pile.
- Parent Volunteers stepping up to help manage or officiate school teams.
- Sports Administrators aiming to improve their junior sports programs while ensuring full compliance with sporting governance.
Note: No prior rugby or coaching experience is required!
Roles You Can Step Into After Completion
Equipped with your NQF Level 4 aligned certificate, you will be fully qualified and confident to take on roles such as:
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- Primary School U6-U12 Rugby Coach
- Junior Rugby Referee / Official
- School Sports Coordinator / Festival Organiser
- Designated Safeguarding Officer (School Sports)
Course Curriculum
The course is divided into four practical modules aligned to NQF Level 4 standards:
- Coaching (NQF Level 4)
SAQA Standards:
• US 260120: Apply the principles of sport coaching
• US 244561: Coach the fundamental principles of the game of rugby
• US 244550: Conduct basic coaching to beginners in the game of rugby - Organising (NQF Level 4)
SAQA Standards:
• US 243300: Lead a community sport activity
• US 254463: Organise and administer a sport tournament - Officiating (NQF Level 4)
SAQA Standards:
• US 264535: Officiate and control sporting activities
(Modules integrate World Rugby Laws of the Game together with progressive age-grade refereeing protocols from non-contact Tag Rugby through to full U12 rugby) - Safeguarding (NQF Level 4)
SAQA Standards:
• US 243301: Manage safety and emergency incidences
• US 13716: Apply the principles of growth and development to coaching
International Accreditation & Global Adaptability
Gain an advanced certificate aligned with the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 4 and designed for universal application in U6-U12 Rugby:
- World Rugby Aligned: All technical modules integrate World Rugby coaching principles, “Laws of the Game”, Rugby Ready, and grassroots pathways.
- NQF Level 4 Aligned: The syllabus is structured according to SAQA unit standards for entry-level coaching and sports administration.
- Universal Commonwealth School Standards: The course integrates these global benchmarks to ensure quality education and governance in school sports.
- SACE Endorsed: ATEACHERSCUP is a registered SACE Training Provider, number PR000001127.
- Multi-Departmental Integration: The curriculum incorporates policies from the DBE, DSAC, SAPS, UNICEF South Africa, and Save the Children South Africa.
- Universal Junior Standards: Integrates global benchmarks for “Long-Term Player Development” (LTPD), transferable across all rugby-playing nations.
- Global Evidence-Based Research: Built on the latest sports science and Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) research from:
- Loughborough University (UK) Ranked #1 in the world for sports-related subjects (QS) and a global leader in rugby performance analysis and coaching pedagogy.
- Stellenbosch University & University of Pretoria (SA): Leading South African institutions specialising in high-performance rugby, talent development pathways, and physical literacy, in partnership with SA Rugby.
- World Rugby (WR): The international governing body responsible for the official “Laws of the Game”, Rugby Ready, and global grassroots coaching frameworks.
World Rugby Standards: Adaptable to Any Context
We use World Rugby Grassroots standards (including Rugby Ready) and SA Rugby guidelines, providing guidance on how to adapt them to local resources:
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- Injury Prevention & Safety (BokSmart + Rugby Ready): Focus on safe contact techniques, neck/spine stability, concussion protocols (Recognise & Remove), and progressive player development — fully aligned with current SA Rugby policy (non-contact Tag Rugby and SA U8 T1 Rugby for U8 and below, with progressive contact from U9). Adaptable for grass fields, turf, or indoor facilities.
- Safe Participation & Safeguarding: “Duty of Care” and “Recognise & Remove” protocols designed to meet strict child safety laws while remaining practical for school environments.
- Age-Grade Umpiring (Match Management): A modular framework for primary school officiating — from Tag Rugby (modified non-contact) through to standard U12 laws with appropriate contact progression.
- Safeguarding & Child Protection (UNICEF Aligned): Ensuring child protection compliance and fostering an inclusive environment in any jurisdiction.
Our Philosophy: “The Love of the Game”
For U6–U12, we prioritise the “Active Start” and “Fundamentals” phases:
- Physical Literacy: Developing agility, balance, and coordination (ABC) through rugby-specific movement and modified games.
- Inclusion: Ensuring every child, regardless of size or skill level, gets equal game time and coaching attention.
- Character Building: Teaching World Rugby’s core values: Integrity, Passion, Solidarity, Discipline, and Respect.
- Gender Equality & Inclusion: Strong alignment with UN SDG 5, ensuring equal coaching quality and resource allocation for girls and boys’ rugby.
Join ATEACHERSCUP to ignite a lifelong love of rugby in the next generation of players.
Supporting the reach of the United Nations Sustainable Goals focused on SDGs 1 “No Poverty”, 3 “Good Health and Well-Being”, 4 “Quality Education”, 5 “Gender Equality”, 8 “Decent Work and Economic Growth”, 10 “Reduced Inequalities”, 11 “Sustainable Cities and Communities”, 12 “Responsible Consumption and Production” and 16 “Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions”; with extended UNICEF Sport for Development support to foster child empowerment, inclusion, and holistic growth through sport.
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