OUR PROGRAMME
TRAINING
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December - February
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Monthly Training Session
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Education
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Performance Monitoring
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Video Analysis
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On Field Training
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Off Field Coaching
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Free Stash
COMPETITION
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March - May
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Weekly Training Session
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Series of high level playing opportunities
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Performance Monitoring
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Video Analysis
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On Field Training
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Off Field Coaching
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Free Stash
CAMP
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July - August
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3 day camp of players choosing
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Education
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Performance Monitoring
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Video Analysis
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On Field Training
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Off Field Coaching
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Free Stash
ACCESS OUR ENTIRE PROgramme for one monthly payment
The Elite Rugby Academy works with a unique coaching team composed of former and current International Players as we aim to develop great people and great players. By giving our players an insight into rugby at an Elite Level we’re providing the players of tomorrow with the right skills to succeed at the highest level.
Players are invited to join the Academy through our trials and scouting programme, where we observe the best young players at school and club level. The programme is built on the belief that you must coach the person, before the player; and that great people - are great players.
Our state of the art software allows each player to develop through access to video analysis tools, our knowledge base and ongoing interaction with the coaching team.
The Training Phase of the programme is designed to support and enhance each player during their Rugby Union season, when players will have potential commitments for their Community Club, County Programme and even DPP's. As a result the loading of each athlete is carefully considered to ensure they can balance the demands of rugby and life. We meet monthly for a 3 hour session that covers an array of Education, performance monitoring, video analysis and on field training.
Throughout this phase we continue the interaction with each player setting them tasks and work to complete in between sessions. These range from video analysis clipping - where the player can learn so much about their own game, to lifestyle tasks that will enhance aspects like their nutrition, sleep and hydration.
TRAINING PHASE
CAMP PHASE
Our camp phase runs in the off season, this is what we refer to as an all important transition phase of an athlete. Rather than see it was down time - it should instead be looked on as a transition period from the previous season to the next, when the body can be rested in some respects - but also can be enhanced in others.
There exists the opportunity to work on foundational areas that can be neglected in the intensity of a long season. One of these key areas of Core Skills - which is exactly the focus of our 3 day Elite Rugby Camps.
These camps give each player the opportunity to challenge themselves in an inclusive and elite environment with other players who have similar ambition, drive and dedication,
COMPETITION PHASE
During the competition phase, training increases to weekly and we reduce our educational component in favour of a shorter 2 hour weekly session, designed to ensure each player is ready for the various playing opportunities.
In the first instance we play a North vs South 3 game State of Origin series. We then move into a series of games against other Academies, DPP's and even international representative teams - which is an incredible opportunity for any young player.
During this period our programme interacts with the coaches of other pathways that may be suitable for the player to join at the right stage. This structure allows us to offer each player the right path for them - to maximise their player development opportunities.
OUR AWARD WINNING SOFTWARE
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Performance Analytics: Track player progress with detailed performance data and statistics.
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Video Analysis: Provide in-depth breakdowns of game footage for player development.
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Training Plans: Access to customizable training programs and sessions.
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Player Profiles: Personalized profiles for players with performance history and goals.
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Team Communication: Centralized platform for communication between coaches, players, and parents.
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Player Feedback: Tools for providing feedback and setting improvement goals.
AcCESSING THE ACADEMY
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INCLUDES
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Training, Competition & Camp Phase
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Ongoing Education
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Training Phase: Monthly Training from December - February
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Competition Phase: Weekly Training PLUS competitive matches
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Performance Monitoring
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Video Analysis
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On Field Training
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Off Field Coaching
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Free App Access for ongoing education, performance monitoring, video analysis & more
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Free Stash
ACCESS ALL PHASES FOR JUST £69 PER MONTH
ASSESSMENTS
Please Note: Our U14 Boys Academy has reached full capacity and is no longer accepting nominations
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What does the Elite Rugby Academy offer?We offer young players a pathway programme that may lead to representative, educational and professional opportunities, player education, performance monitoring, video analysis, playing portfolio management, personalised programming and guidance that will allow each player to select the best development opportunities available.
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Is this a legitimate Pathway?Absolutely, we have links with a huge range of professional teams in both Rugby Union (and also Rugby League), both in the UK and overseas. In addition we are able to offer players alternative routes including higher education and career opportunities - again, both in the UK and abroad. We are also connected with a number of International Rugby Unions - which may also lead to the opportunity of International representation.
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What does each player get as a member of the Academy?If successful in achieving a place in our Academy, you will receive the following: Training Phase: Monthly Training from December-February Competition Phase: Weekly Training from March - May (12 weeks) plus potential selection for mid week matches Camp Phase: 3 days off season camp in the Summer Holidays (you can choose from 4 different dates) Free Training Kit Ongoing Player Management: via our Coaching Team (including ongoing player analysis)
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What are the times and locations of Monthly and Weekly Training?We have 2 squads for the London & SE region - for each age group. One is based in the West London area and the other is based in the SE London area. Our sessions run from 6-9pm during the Training Phase, and from 6-8pm during the Competition Phase.
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What is the cost to be a part of the Academy?The cost is £69 per month to be a part of the Academy. The only additional cost is a one off payment of £99 to purchase a playing kit - this only comes into play during the Competition Phase.