ABOUT US

Australian Raptors Rugby Academy is a Not-for-Profit organization that aims to develop coaches and players both on and off the field to be the best version of themselves they can be.

 

Our Academy not only provides additional pathways to be involved in rugby both here in Australia and Internationally, but also provides educational programs to develop participants with a holistic approach. Being involved in rugby isn’t just about the game, our mission is to:

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“Shape our rugby youth today, as we empower them for tomorrow.”

 

We do this by providing:

• an opportunity for players to be exposed and educated by high-level rugby professionals (coaches, trainers, and educators).

• an opportunity to coach and play international rugby contests and gain exposure to world-wide rugby.

• strategic training camps to focus on developing individual and team leadership, character and resilience building, inclusivity, cultural and country mindfulness.

• professional training on mental health and wellness programs delivered through Black-Dog Institute trainers, and our own experienced educators.

• access to one-on-one mentoring for players and coaches with experienced rugby colleagues within our network.

 

Our Academy seeks participants who are serious about becoming a rugby professional, either in a coaching or playing capacity. An application process will be adopted to select targeted youth age-group players and coaches. In addition to the holistic programs provided, we will have a heavy focus on playing the game. We offer a development program for participants to evolve through every age-group from start to finish to gain the most out of their Academy experience.

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Tours occur throughout the year and are tailored together with coaching staff and international colleagues to ensure players and coaches gain a valuable experience. So far we have toured to Ireland, Scotland, the United Kingdom, Spain, and The United States of America, with many more countries being planned.

 

What we offer is a unique program encompassing full circle development both on and off the field.

 

Our goal is to ensure participants:

• Become better rugby players and coaches.

• Stay involved in our great game.

• Have extra-ordinary experiences.

• Make life-time friends and memories.

• Become the best version of themselves they can be.

• Pay it forward to community and country for the future of rugby.