In January 2005, the WRU introduced a new set of coaching qualifications. These qualifications have been developed in conjunction with the RFU, SRU and 1st4Sport, the awarding body. The new qualifications will be recognised by all three home unions.

• The Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Rugby Union ( L1CCRU ) is 21 hours in duration and run together with Rugby Ready course ( 3 hours ). Total cost £120. Rugby Ready is mandatory for all new coaches. It is based on the safety elements which need to be addressed and adhered to whilst coaching.
  
• The Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Rugby Union (L2CCRU) is 40 hours in duration and costs £200.00
  
• The Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Rugby Union ( L3CCRU ). Please contact Tim Hoare for further details.Cost £300.

• The Community Tag Leaders Award  is a WRU qualification. This is 3 hours and costs £20. It is designed for coaches, teachers and students looking to work with the Tag Rugby game. Please contact Tim Hoare for further details
  
  For further information about the Courses listed please contact:
  Tim Hoare
  North Wales Coach Education Officer
  Tel 07733013060/ 01492 575560
  e-mail:- tim.hoare@conwy.gov.uk
  All Level 1, 2 or 3 course bookings need to be made through WRU online booking system www.wru.co.uk/coaching.
  

SEASON 2010-2011

Upcoming Coaching Courses

Level 1 & Rugby Ready Combined - Llanidloes RFC 9th, 10th, 17th October. £120. Closing Date 9th September

Level 2 - Coleg Llandrillo 11th, 12th December 2010, 15th, 16th January 2011. £200. Closing Date 11th November