Coaching at Crusaders

The coaching staff at the Crusaders Rugby Club are all volunteers. Many have played rugby as children and others have recently been introduced to the sport. The club actively encourages and supports anyone who is willing to help a hand as a coach – and with over 700 playing members, we need it!

Rugby has a unique culture in sport – one steeped in history, built on respect, teamwork and camaraderie. Crusaders coaches are committed to the holistic, healthy and supportive development of our players while imparting and upholding the core values of the sport – its as much a part of our club’s culture as it is of the sport as a whole.

We have a place for anyone who would like to coach within the club. Many of our parents assistant coach within the mini and junior programs and we always welcome and support those who can offer their time.

Coaching FAQs

How much rugby coaching experience do I need?

We have roles for everyone, whether you’re an experienced player or coach, or completely new to the game. We can also help get you trained up and certified to be a Head Coach or an Assistant Coach. Coaching at the minis level is a great way to get into coaching at the club, no prior experience necessary.

I don’t have a lot of time, can I still coach?

Even a small contribution is valuable. Our coaches have busy professional and personal lives and can’t always make practices or matches – in all our programs/ages we encourage and enough coaching depth that we have other coaches available if you can’t make it. Many parents are actively involved as coaches in the mini and junior programs – it’s a great way to enjoy your child’s participation.

How much of a time commitment do I need to make?

The programs are well developed and do not require a great deal of preparation time. Most Head Coaches have a significant amount of coaching and playing experience and will plan and lead the sessions, so not a lot of prep time is required from the assistant coaches.

Questions?
Director of Senior Rugby: rugby.director@crusadersrugby.ca
Director of Junior Rugby: junior.rugby@crusadersrugby.ca
Director of Minis Rugby: minis.rugby@crusadersrugby.ca
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Coach Requirements & Qualifications

Crusaders Rugby Club is committed to providing a safe environment for our players and members, and as such, there are some requirements/qualifications for coaches (see below) that the club will help coaches acquire.

Head Coaches

Every match/practice must have a World Rugby Level 1 and NCCP certified coach in attendance who is trained/certified in First Aid and Concussion Management. Below are the requirements for Head Coaches:

NCCP Coach Registration
Crusaders Rugby Club Coach Registration
World Rugby Community Initiation Level 1
World Rugby Concussion Management for the General Public Course (online course)
World Rugby RugbyReady Course (free online course)
World Rugby First Aid In Rugby Certificate (free online course)
Vulnerable Sector Check

Recommended:

1. 1. World Rugby Level 2 or Level 3 (junior and senior programs)

Assistant Coaches

Assistant coaches must be NCCP registered, registered with the club and have completed First Aid and Concussion Management courses. Below are the requirements for Assistant Coaches:

NCCP Coach Registration
Crusaders Rugby Club Coach Registration
World Rugby Concussion Management for the General Public Course (free online course)
World Rugby RugbyReady Course (free online course)
Vulnerable Sector Check

Recommended:

1. World Rugby Community Initiation Level 1 (junior and senior programs)
2. World Rugby First Aid In Rugby Certificate (free online course)

Team Managers and Volunteer Trainers

Team Managers

Team Managers must be NCCP registered and registered with the club. Below are the requirements for Team Managers:

NCCP Coach Registration
Crusaders Rugby Club Team Manager Registration
World Rugby Concussion Management for the General Public Course (free online course)
World Rugby RugbyReady Course (free online course)
Vulnerable Sector Check

Recommended:

1. World Rugby First Aid In Rugby Certificate (free online course)

Volunteer Trainers

We’re always looking for volunteer trainers to work within the mini and junior programs. Typically trainers are employed to provide additional on-field coverage for the minis/flag rugby programs, however, more qualified trainers (with nursing, physiotherapy, athletic therapy etc.) qualifications can be utilized for full-contact rugby. Trainers require:

Crusaders Rugby Club Medical Registration
World Rugby Concussion Management for the General Public Course (free online course)
Vulnerable Sector Check
World Rugby First Aid In Rugby Certificate (free online course)

Trainer Questions?
Athletic Therapy: athletic.therapy@crusadersrugby.ca

Coach Training

The club supports coach development by organizing World Rugby Level 1 and 2 courses at the club, and provides support and additional resources for all coaches to develop core coaching skills.