The Rugby Institute Coaching Podcast
Episodes
Your Team Is a Reflection of You - Ben Herring on Coaching, Parenting & Culture
19 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, I sit down with former professional player and coach Ben Herring to explore what coaching is really about.We go far beyond tacti...
Coach Developer Andy Gibson - How to Design Training Sessions That Transfer to Game Day
12 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Reflection Template: https://therugbyinstitute.com/downloadsHow do you design training that actually transfers to game day?In this episode, I si...
Springbok Flip van der Merwe - What It REALLY Takes to Go Pro in Rugby
05 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to go pro in rugby? 🏉In this exclusive interview, Springbok Flip van der Merwe shares the mental toughness, discipline, an...
All Black Ben Franks - Simplicity, Effort & Player Development | From Player to Coach
29 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What actually helps rugby players improve?In this conversation, All Black prop Ben Franks breaks down how coaches can develop players through simplici...
The 4 Key Pillars of Lineout Throwing | Hooker Technique Explained
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lineout throwing is one of the most important individual skills in rugby.In this video, Aaron Dundon breaks down lineout throwing into four key pillar...
The 4-Step Model to Assess and Evaluate Lineouts | Lions Coach - Bernie Upton
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by Bernie Upton — former professional rugby player and high-performance coach — as he breaks down his 4-step model for assess...
What Club Coaches Can Learn from 2× Rugby World Cup–Winning Coach Wesley Clarke
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What can club rugby coaches learn from a 2× World Cup–winning coach?In this episode of The Rugby Institute, we sit down with Wesley Clarke, a two-t...
The Evolution of Rugby Skills Coaching - Dave Ellis
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Rugby Institute, we’re joined by Dave Ellis, one of the most experienced and respected rugby skills coaches in the game.With ...
Lineout Maul Defence with Leinster Coach Aaron Dundon
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, Aaron Dundon, coach at Leinster Rugby, breaks down the lineout maul defence systems he used with the Tasman Makos.This is a practical...
Scrum & Lineout Progressions, Drills, and New Coaching Approaches with Hurricanes Coach Eugene Smith
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the engine room of rugby—scrums, lineouts, and mauls—with one of New Zealand’s top emerging coaches. Hurricanes U2...
Coaching Using Video Game Design: The Future of Player Development?
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we sit down with Amy Price—National Coach Developer at The FA and a leader in game-based learning for sport.Amy shares how video game design p...
Strength & Conditioning for Rugby: Age, Coaching & Gamification with Tom Walsh
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When should young rugby players start strength & conditioning? In this episode, S&C coach Tom Walsh breaks down the ideal starting age, when a...
Complete Rugby Insight Into Gameplay, Attack, Defence and Structures with Johnny Leota
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Rugby Institute! 🏉If you're a coach, player, or just love rugby, this is the place to learn, improve, and connect. We break down...
What do Player Agents Do? A Look into the World of a Rugby Agent
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text Are you a rugby player or coach wondering if you need an agent? In this exclusive interview, we dive into the world of rugby agents to ...
How Fun Can Improve Rugby Fitness and Club Performance with Grant Dearns
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text In this episode of The Rugby Institute, we dive into The Role of Fun in Rugby Strength and Conditioning with Grant Dearns, a rugby coac...
Dan Waenga - From Playing Super Rugby & Top 14 to Refereeing in New Zealand
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text Video: https://youtu.be/pXJRQ_ru-5Y In this insightful video, we sit down with Dan Waenga, a former professional rugby player who has e...
3 Tips For Coaches from Sports Psychologist Zane Winslade - Becoming a Better Coach
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text https://www.youtube.com/@therugbyinstitute In this episode, sports psychologist Zane Winslade shares three essential tips to help coac...
Colin Bourke: From Māori All Black to Coaching in Japan
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text Join us for an inspiring conversation with Colin Bourke, former Māori All Black and Super Rugby player, as he shares his incredible jo...
Welsh International Ben Broster Talks Scrummaging, Life Lessons and More...
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text Check out The Rugby Institute on YouTube for more coaching tips and skills: YouTube: https://youtu.be/hsMrJjl2dZM Ever wondered what ...
All Black Gareth Evans - Tips for Coaches - Getting the Balance Right
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text https://www.youtube.com/@therugbyinstitute Join former All Black Gareth Evans as he shares invaluable coaching tips inspired by his t...