Develop Elite Rugby Skills

FULFIL YOUR POTENTIAL WITH PLAYMAKER ACADEMY

We help young rugby players to maximise their potential
through elite coaching and athletic development

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UPCOMING SUMMER CAMP

LONDON IRISH: HAZELWOOD

Join us for intensive training and skills development

ELITE FACILITIES

Train at our outstanding facilities designed for elite player development. Our comprehensive training environment includes indoor sports hall, outdoor rubber crumb pitch, and a fully equipped strength and conditioning block to support your athletic progress

EXPERT COACHING

Learn from our team of experienced coaches with professional backgrounds in elite rugby development. Their expertise spans technical skills, tactical awareness, and physical performance, providing a comprehensive approach to player development.

ABOUT PLAYMAKER ACADEMY

The game is always evolving at the elite level, however fundamentally players in all positions require exceptional core skills to adapt to the various playing styles coaches and teams adopt in their environment. To ensure players reach their full potential we focus on skill development, whilst also nurturing talent and physical development.

Our goal is to ensure that every player realises their full potential through our carefully designed programme, using a balance of coaching through games, break out skills and equipping players with the skills needed to maximise their potential.

Rugby is a late-maturation sport, making it challenging for elite clubs to accurately identify future top players at a young age. However, the key factors that contribute to the development of elite rugby talent are well understood and we prioritise individual skill development within a fun, competitive environment, built on the foundation of our Principles of Play.

PLAYMAKER ACADEMY PRINCIPLES OF PLAY

Our coaching system is built around three princples

FIGHT & PLAY

PLAY TO SPACE

GET THE BALL BACK

position specific skill development

Tailored training programs to develop the specific skills and techniques required for each playing position, maximizing individual potential and team performance.

Speed Workshops

Enhance speed, agility, and acceleration through specialized workshops designed to improve running mechanics, explosiveness, and overall athleticism.

Tactics and Decision Making

Develop game awareness, tactical understanding, and decision-making skills to read the game, anticipate plays, and make smart choices under pressure.

Individual Development Plans

Personalized development plans tailored to each player’s strengths, weaknesses, and goals, providing a roadmap for continuous improvement and skill mastery.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

MaximisE your training weEK

Learn how to structure your training week effectively, balancing skill development, fitness training, and recovery to optimize performance..

skill development "extras"

Develop the self-motivation and discipline to undertake additional training outside of scheduled sessions, accelerating skill acquisition and individual growth.

Nutrition & Hydration

Understand the importance of proper nutrition and hydration for athletic performance, including meal planning, nutrient timing, and hydration strategies.

Performance ANALYSIS

Learn how to analyze your own performance and identify areas for improvement, using video analysis and feedback to enhance decision-making and skill execution.

TESTIMONIALS

"From the highlight reels, people see the pace, power, footwork, strength, the step and acceleration, but if you strip that away, there are a lot of finer skills to his game. His catch-pass is very good, he can kick off both feet equally well, and in pressure situations they come to the fore. I definitely see him adding a lot to the team, and not just in that obvious way."

Henry ArundellBath Rugby

"I’d say when I transitioned to scrum-half. That was at London Irish. My coach Patrick O’Grady transitioned me to scrum-half. I sort of started getting more trust from the coaches and felt I was progressing more quickly."

Ollie AllanLeicester Tigers

TRAINING EVOLUTION

Progressive development pathways for all age groups

YEARS 7&8

Long term athletic development
Fundamental Skill Development
Catch Pass
Movement Competency
Games Based approach

years 9&10

Fundamental Skill Development
Catch Pass
Movement Competency
Speed profiling
Games Based approach
Progressing Contact Skills

year 11

Foundational Skill Development
Catch Pass
Movement Capacity
Games Based approach
Speed Profiling
Progressing Contact Skills
Position Specific Skill Development
Tactical Appreciation