Enthusiastic youth coach

Vacancy: Trainer/Coach Rugby (Cubs U14, Juniors U16, Colts U18) - Rugby club Greate Pier, Leeuwarden

Will you be the coach who takes our youth teams to the next level?

Rugby club Greate Pier in Leeuwarden is looking for an inspired and results-oriented trainer/coach for our Cubs (U14), Juniors (U16) and Colts (U18).

Your role

As trainer/coach, you will be responsible for setting up and running weekly training sessions (Tuesdays and Fridays 18:30-20:00) and coaching during matches.

You promote not only technical and tactical growth, but also physical and mental resilience, in line with the LTAD (Long-Term Athlete Development) model. You will work closely with other trainers, parents and the technical committee to prepare our youth players step-by-step for senior rugby.

Time spent

Average of 4 hours per week plus match days, with additional commitment during tournaments and events. Start: August/September 2025.

What you get from us

• Volunteer allowance and reimbursement of training costs.
• A close-knit club with growth ambitions: more than 100 members and increasing youth recruitment.
• Space to contribute and apply your own vision of youth rugby.
• Active support to the board and parent group.

What we ask of you

• Demonstrated experience in delivering sports training (rugby or related).
• Preferably in possession of World Rugby Level 1 or willing to obtain it.
• Affinity with youth development and pedagogically strong.
• Willingness to monitor training data and improve performance based on observation and feedback.
• Communicative, independent and team-oriented.

Score extra points with:

• Experience in strength training and injury prevention.
• Background in sports science, coaching or education.