This section is designed to support players to progress and stay in Rugby as a player, coach, referee, administrator, volunteer or fan in joining teams, clubs, communities and national Unions.

For the coach

What are your objectives as a coach?

• Is it to get more players joining your squad?
• Is it to link with other teams to play regular games?
• Do you want to start a league?
• Do you want to start a Rugby club?

If the answer to most of these questions is YES, then what follows is a possible development route for you to consider and follow.

It should be clear, however, that these are not the only options available to you. Your national Union may be in a position to give you the help and advice you need without you having to follow these suggestions.

Certainly, you should consult the Union over your plans and ask them for help in co-ordinating fixtures against other teams.

There are a number of ways to keep players interested and turning up for training. The key is always to make training enjoyable and this is best done by continually challenging the players in new and interesting ways.

World Rugby has a dedicated player welfare web site that offers advice and information in a number of key areas.