For Coaches, Refs and Administrators

Women and Girls Participation Framework

To grow women’s and girls’ rugby, we must offer experiences that reflect their unique motivations and needs. Here you will find the Women and Girls participation framework with example participation offerings, alongside a reflection tool.

Women and Girls Strategy

The New Zealand Women & Girls in Rugby System Strategy 2023-2033 (the W&G Strategy) is a set of guiding principles and a roadmap of focus areas and prioritised building blocks, designed to deliver successful and sustainable engagement of women and girls across the wider rugby community over a 10-year period.

Contact Ready Programme Guide & Coaches Kit

Contact Ready is our national introductory programme made especially for teenage girls who are new, in their first year of rugby, or who are playing non-contact versions of the game.

Player Safety and Concussion Management

Explore our resources tailored for players, parents, coaches, and organisations to ensure a safer rugby experience for all.

Women's Health Hub

This hub shares foundational knowledge on key areas such as menstrual health, puberty, pelvic health, and menopause, helping players, coaches, officials, and leaders build a deeper understanding of women’s health.

Women in Clubs

Our Women in Clubs Toolkit aims to provide guidance and inspiration for your club to be part of the change that will ensure rugby continues to thrive in our communities like it has for the last 100 years.

Women's Warm Up Program

Looking for a tailored warm-up program especially for women? Targeted warm-up programmes have been shown to reduce injury risk by up to 50% when performed at least twice a week. These programs improve spatial awareness, promote safe movement patterns to protect joints, reduce vulnerable positions and in contact sports, help prepare the neck and body for contact and landing.

Become a referee

Step into the world of rugby officiating. Our referee courses offer comprehensive training to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to manage matches fairly and effectively. Whether you're a beginner or looking to advance, elevate your refereeing game here.

Ako Wāhine

Ako Wāhine is a World Rugby accredited programme bringing together women from all aspects of the game for education and development, and has a strong focus on connection and community.

Become a Coach

Each season over 13,000 rugby coaches are involved in developing players and helping make our game great.

Women in Governance

It is widely accepted that diversity around the board table brings a breadth of perspective and experiences that results in better decision-making by boards and creates stronger, more sustainable organisations.

Activator Case Study

Spotlight on success: Explore real-world examples of rugby activators making a difference. Learn how passionate individuals are growing the game at the grassroots level, overcoming challenges, and creating thriving rugby communities. Get inspired by their strategies and achievements.

Ako Wāhine Coaches

Empowering women in rugby coaching: Meet the Ako Wāhine. These inspiring female coaches are leading the way, sharing their knowledge, and shaping the future of the sport. Discover their journeys, learn from their experiences, and see how they're transforming rugby leadership.