As the 2025 rugby season approaches, the Northern Territory Rugby Union is proud to roll out a series of courses designed to upskill and accredit our coaches, referees, volunteers, and administrators. Whether you’re taking your first step into officiating, looking to advance your coaching knowledge, or strengthening your club’s match-day operations, there’s a course for you.
Thanks to the expertise of Zac Elliot, Michael Magriplis, Amy Alagna and Mitch De Lorenzo from Rugby Australia, as well as Junior Po-Ching, Territory rugby has access to world class development opportunities right here at home.
These programs are free of charge and open to anyone wanting to grow their skills and support the game. Now is the time to get accredited and ready for the season ahead.
- Details: Rugby AU’s introduction to refereeing course covering the core areas of officiating. Includes Smart Rugby accreditation.
- Time: 11:30am – 2:30pm
- Location: Palmerston Rugby Club, Bonson Terrace, Moulden
- Cost: Free
- Register via the Rugby Learning Centre > Training Event > Search Date > Enrol.
- Details: Open to all accredited community coaches. Focus on activity development, skill acquisition, attack, defence, and set piece.
- Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm
- Facilitator: Michael Magriplis, Rugby Australia
- Cost: Free
- Register via the Rugby Learning Centre > Training Event > Search Date > Enrol.
- Details: Entry-level course for those looking to run fun, safe rugby activities in schools or community settings.
- Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
- Facilitator: Zac Elliot, Rugby Australia
- Cost: Free
- Register for both via the Rugby Learning Centre > Training Event > Search Date > Enrol.
- Details: A practical course covering technical safety, player wellbeing, and Rugby Australia’s Player Welfare policies. Grants Smart Rugby accreditation. All coaches and Match Officials must complete Smart Rugby and season Ready as part of the mandatory requirements to coach or referee.
- Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm
- Location: Skyring Rugby Park
- Facilitators: Zac Elliot & Michael Magriplis (Rugby Australia), Junior Po-Ching (NT Rugby Union)
- Cost: Free
- Register via the Rugby Learning Centre > Training Event > Search Date > Enrol.
Essential Rugby Skills
- Details: A must for all coaches of U19 and senior rugby. Focus on player welfare, technical/tactical knowledge, and game-based training. Grants Community Coach accreditation (World Rugby Level 1 equivalent).
- Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
- Location: Skyring Rugby Park
- Facilitators: Zac Elliot & Michael Magriplis (Rugby Australia), Junior Po-Ching (NT Rugby Union)
- Cost: Free
- Register via the Rugby Learning Centre > Training Event > Search Date > Enrol.
Rugby Xplorer – Club Set Up
- Details: Recommended for club dministrators
- Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
- Location: Skyring Rugby Park
- Facilitators: Amy Alagna (Rugby Australia)
- Cost: Free
Rugby Xplorer – Match Day Support
- Details: Recommended for team managers & administrators
- Time: 6:45pm – 7:15pm
- Location: Skyring Rugby Park
- Facilitators: Amy Alagna (Rugby Australia)
- Cost: Free
Level 2 Referee Course
- Details: Designed for referees 18+ refereeing senior rugby, or those refreshing their knowledge. Covers game preparation, set piece, contextual refereeing, team of 3, and debriefing. Delivered face-to-face across two sessions.
- Session 1: Friday, 26 September | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- Session 2: Saturday, 27 September | 8:30am – 12:00pm
- Facilitator: Mitch De Lorenzo, Rugby Australia
- Cost: Free
- Register via the Rugby Learning Centre > Training Event > Search Date > Enrol.
- Gain nationally recognised accreditations
- Ensure player safety and wellbeing through best practice
- Build confidence and skills to coach, referee, or manage effectively
- Support the growth of rugby in the Territory as we celebrate 50 years of NT Rugby
With the guidance of leading educators and the convenience of local delivery, there’s no better time to upskill.
Secure your spot today through the Rugby Learning Centre and be part of the next chapter in Territory Rugby.
