World Rugby/NCCP Level 1 - Community Initiaton Clinic
Description: Full-day, non-assessed, attendance-based course which provides the novice coach with advice on both what and how to coach in a practical-based environment. This clinic is ideal for individuals looking to start coaching at the community level (e.g. club rugby, minor rugby, etc.).
Pre-Requisites:
- Rugby Ready (online module)
- Concussion Management for the General Public (online module)
- Introduction to Coaching (online module)
- Key Factor Analysis (online module)
- NCCP Make Ethical Decisions Evaluation (online evaluation or training course – required to achieve a “trained” status but can be completed following the clinic)
- Access the Online Evaluation
- Access Training Opportunities
Please be aware that you will be required to complete the prerequisites for your training before registering for the clinic or workshop.
Time Commitment:
- Online Portion: 2 hrs
- In-Person Portion: 8 hrs
Location: Online/In-Person
Cost: $150
Upcoming Sessions:
- 2026 details to be released soon!
Notes:
- Clinic fees are MAP Grant eligible expenses for Sask Rugby Member Organizations. See more information about the MAP Grant at https://www.saskrugby.com/governance/.
- Female registrants are eligible for reimbursement of clinic fees through Sask Rugby’s Female Development Grant.
- Indigenous registrants may qualify for the Sask Sport Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program.
World Rugby/NCCP Level 2 - Competition Introduction Clinic
Description: 2-day, competency-based accreditation course which builds on the Level 1 course and further develops tactical and technical coaching as well as coaching process skills in a practical-based environment. This clinic is ideal for individuals looking to take the next step in their coaching journey and working with athletes on a development pathway.
Pre-Requisites:
- Rugby Ready (online module)
- Laws of the Game (online module)
- Keep Rugby Clean (online module)
- Concussion Management for the General Public (online module)
- Functional Role Analysis (online module)
- NCCP Make Ethical Decisions Evaluation (online evaluation or training course – required to achieve a “certified” status but can be completed following the clinic)
- Access the Online Evaluation
- Access Training Opportunities
Please be aware that you will be required to complete the prerequisites for your training before registering for the clinic or workshop.
Time Commitment:
- In-Person Portion: 16 hrs
- Post-Course Work: practice planning & evaluation
Location: In-Person
Cost: $200 clinic fee + $100 evaluation fee
Upcoming Sessions:
- 2026 dates will be released soon!
Notes:
- Clinic fees are MAP Grant eligible expenses for Sask Rugby Member Organizations. See more information about the MAP Grant at https://www.saskrugby.com/governance/.
- Female registrants are eligible for reimbursement of clinic fees through Sask Rugby’s Female Development Grant.
- Indigenous registrants may qualify for the Sask Sport Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program.
NCCP Rookie Rugby Workshop (for Community Coaches)
Description: NCCP Rookie Rugby training is a 4-hour in-person course designed to teach people how to introduce fundamental movement skills through the game of rugby in a non-contact, safe and fun environment. NCCP Rookie Rugby is for coaches of under-12 or non-contact rugby programs.
Pre-Requisites:
- Rugby Ready (online module)
- Concussion Management for the General Public (online module)
- Coaching Children (online module)
- NCCP Make Ethical Decisions Evaluation (online evaluation or training course – required to achieve a “certified” status but can be completed following the workshop)
- Access the Online Evaluation
- Access Training Opportunities
Please be aware that you will be required to complete the prerequisites for your training before registering for the clinic or workshop.
Time Commitment:
- 4 hours
Location: Hybrid – Online & In-Person
Cost: $50
Upcoming Sessions:
- 2026 dates to be released soon!
Notes:
- Clinic fees are MAP Grant eligible expenses for Sask Rugby Member Organizations. See more information about the MAP Grant at https://www.saskrugby.com/governance/.
- Female registrants are eligible for reimbursement of clinic fees through Sask Rugby’s Female Development Grant.
- Indigenous registrants may qualify for the Sask Sport Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program.
World Rugby Activate Workshop
Description: Activate is a structured exercise programme to reduce injuries in youth and adult community rugby. The Activate workshop will give coaches the information and tools to prepare their athletes for rugby activities and develop general movement control, conditioning, and physical robustness.
Pre-Requisites:
- Rugby Ready (online module)
Please be aware that you will be required to complete the prerequisites for your training before registering for the clinic or workshop.
Time Commitment:
- In-Person Portion: 3 hrs
Location: In-Person
Cost: $25
Upcoming Sessions:
- None. Please fill out an Expression of Interest form to let us know that you are interested in these workshops.
Notes:
- Please note that the Rugby Canada Training Site has a one-time $25 registration fee to access clinics and workshops. This fee is collected directly by Rugby Canada to cover their costs of maintaining the site. If you have previously registered for a clinic via the Training Site you should be able to login with your existing credentials.
- Clinic fees are MAP Grant eligible expenses for Sask Rugby Member Organizations. See more information about the MAP Grant at https://www.saskrugby.com/governance/.
- Female registrants are eligible for reimbursement of clinic fees through Sask Rugby’s Female Development Grant.
- Indigenous registrants may qualify for the Sask Sport Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program.
TackleSMART Workshop
Description: TackleSMART is a training workshop that aims to prevent injury in the tackle by giving coaches the competence and confidence to coach the tackle and progress effectively to contact.
Pre-Requisites:
- None. However, we suggest the following activities to prepare you for the workshop:
- Rugby Ready (online module)
- Laws of the Game (online module)
Time Commitment:
- In-Person Portion: 3 hrs
Location: In-Person
Cost: $25
Upcoming Sessions:
- None
Notes:
- Please note that the Rugby Canada Training Site has a one-time $25 registration fee to access clinics and workshops. This fee is collected directly by Rugby Canada to cover their costs of maintaining the site. If you have previously registered for a clinic via the Training Site you should be able to login with your existing credentials.
- Clinic fees are MAP Grant eligible expenses for Sask Rugby Member Organizations. See more information about the MAP Grant at https://www.saskrugby.com/governance/.
- Female registrants are eligible for reimbursement of clinic fees through Sask Rugby’s Female Development Grant.
- Indigenous registrants may qualify for the Sask Sport Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program.
Rookie Rugby Instructor Training (for Teachers)
Description: Rookie Rugby Instructor Training is a training program for teachers who want to add the Rookie Rugby program to their Phys Ed toolkit. The Rookie Rugby program was designed for use in a classroom setting – specifically to satisfy the Saskatchewan phys. Ed. curriculum outcomes – and has been endorsed by PHE Canada and PHE Saskatchewan for this use. This session covers what Rookie Rugby is, how to understand and implement the Rookie Rugby curriculum, and allows teachers to get practical experience running activities with their peers. No prior experience with the sport of rugby is required.
Optional Pre-Work:
- Read World Rugby’s Beginner’s Guide to Rugby (online resource)
- Read and review the Rookie Rugby Guidebook (online resource)
- Download the Rugby Mobile app
Time Commitment: 3 hours
Location: In Person
Cost: Free!
Respect In Sport (Required to Coach Rugby in Saskatchewan)
- 2026 details to be released soon!
Description: The Respect in Sport Activity Leader program is an on-line training course for coaches, sport leaders and leaders of youth in virtually any activity. While a great number of topics are covered during this program, at the core, Respect in Sport is primarily designed as a tool to assist leaders to identify and respond to abuse, neglect, harassment, and bullying.
Notice: Rugby coaches in Saskatchewan are required to complete Respect In Sport training before participating as a coach. Coaches who have completed Respect In Sport in the past (whether for rugby or another sport) but do not have access to their certificate should contact the Sask Rugby office.
Pre-Requisites: None.
Time Commitment: Self-Directed
Location: Respect In Sport Online Portal
World Rugby Match Official Level 1 Clinic
Description: Full-day, non-assessed, attendance-based course which helps the novice referee to referee the basic components of the game in a practical-based environment. This clinic is ideal for new referees and players & coaches that are looking to increase their understanding of the laws of the game.
Pre-Requisites:
- Match Official Pre-Level 1 (online module)
- Rugby Ready (online module)
- Laws of the Game (online module)
- Concussion Management for the General Public (online module)
Please be aware that you will be required to complete the prerequisites for your training before registering for the clinic or workshop.
Time Commitment:
- In-Person portion: 8.5 hrs
Location: In-Person
Cost: $75
Upcoming Sessions:
- 2026 details to be released soon!
Notes:
- Please note that the Rugby Canada Training Site has a one-time $25 registration fee to access clinics and workshops. This fee is collected directly by Rugby Canada to cover their costs of maintaining the site. If you have previously registered for a clinic via the Training Site you should be able to login with your existing credentials.
- Clinic fees are MAP Grant eligible expenses for Sask Rugby Member Organizations. See more information about the MAP Grant at https://www.saskrugby.com/governance/.
- Female registrants are eligible for reimbursement of clinic fees through Sask Rugby’s Female Development Grant.
- Indigenous registrants may qualify for the Sask Sport Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program.
World Rugby Match Official Level 2 Clinic
Description: 2-day, competency-based accreditation course which builds on the Level 1 course to help further develop the referee in a practical-based environment. This clinic is ideal for experienced match officials looking to take the next step in their officiating journey, refine their skills, and gain a better understanding of the role of the match official.
Pre-Requisites:
- Rugby Ready (online module)
- Laws of the Game (online module)
- First Aid In Rugby (online module)
- Concussion Management for the General Public (online module)
- Match Official Pre-Lv 1 (online module)
- Introduction to Conditioning for Adults (online module)
- COVID-19 Return to Play Awareness for Coaches and Players (online module)
Please be aware that you will be required to complete the prerequisites for your training before registering for the clinic or workshop.
Time Commitment:
- Online Portion: 1.5 hrs
- In-Person Portion: 12 hrs
- Post-Course Work: match journals & evaluation
Location: In-Person
Cost: $75
Notes:
- Please note that the Rugby Canada Training Site has a one-time $25 registration fee to access clinics and workshops. This fee is collected directly by Rugby Canada to cover their costs of maintaining the site. If you have previously registered for a clinic via the Training Site you should be able to login with your existing credentials.
- Clinic fees are MAP Grant eligible expenses for Sask Rugby Member Organizations. See more information about the MAP Grant at https://www.saskrugby.com/governance/.
- Female registrants are eligible for reimbursement of clinic fees through Sask Rugby’s Female Development Grant.
- Indigenous registrants may qualify for the Sask Sport Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program.
PD: Communication with Players, Captains, and the Match Official Team
Description: This professional development opportunity for match officials will cover best practices in communication with the various on-field participants that take part in a rugby match.
Time Commitment: TBD
Location: TBD – Online Workshop
Cost: TBD
PD: How To Do Video Review
Description: Video review is a key tool for match officials to use to improve their technique and positioning. This session will cover the things that match officials should be looking for when watching their games back and how to turn these observations into actionable goals.
Time Commitment: TBD
Location: TBD – Online Workshop
Cost: TBD
Rules of Competition: What Clubs Need To Know
Description: A review of Sask Rugby’s Rules of Competition (which govern competitions sanctioned by Sask Rugby) highlighting the key information and clauses that clubs need to know prior to the upcoming season.
Pre-Requisites: None.
Date(s): March 31, 2022
Time(s): 8:00pm-9:30pm
Location: Zoom
REGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtf–spzwjG9EJzpbElpx8Vv41YUAe_8ir
Respect In Sport (Online Module)
Description: The Respect in Sport Activity Leader program is an on-line training course for coaches, sport leaders and leaders of youth in virtually any activity. While a great number of topics are covered during this program, at the core, Respect in Sport is primarily designed as a tool to assist leaders to identify and respond to abuse, neglect, harassment, and bullying.
Pre-Requisites: None.
Date(s): Self-Directed
Time(s): Self-Directed
Location: Respect In Sport Online Portal
