2026 Summer Development Programmes

3 x 3-week programmes. 27 total sessions. One clear focus: player development.

This summer, Rugby IQ Academy is helping players aged 12–18 develop the skills, confidence, movement and game understanding needed to perform better in real match situations.

Programme 1: June 20 – July 8
Programme 2: July 11 – July 29
Programme 3: August 1 – August 19

Each programme includes:
9 x 2hr30min sessions
22.5 hours of coaching
Rugby skills and tactical development
Speed, agility and plyometrics
Strength and conditioning
Game understanding and analysis

Sessions run Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at Aura Leitrim Leisure Centre, Carrick-on-Shannon.

Open to rugby, Gaelic and multi-sport athletes.

Rugby IQ Academy is built for young players who want more than drills.

We push players to think, react, problem-solve, and express themselves.

Every session blends intensity, precision, and creativity - helping players unlock a deeper understanding of the game and their own potential.

This is rugby for the modern player: fast, intelligent, instinctive.

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    Game IQ Training

    Increase tactical and positional - awareness, game management and decision-making

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    Technical Skill Work

    Increase accuracy in core skillsets: Pass, tackle, ruck, scrum, jackel and carry with with precision

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    Player Development

    Strength and Conditioning, Confidence, Resilience, and Feedback-driven Coaching from experienced coaches

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