education & development
Coaching & Refereeing
Develop your skills on and off the pitch. UAE Rugby offers World Rugby certified pathways for coaches and referees at every level.
our mission
Building the Backbone of UAE Rugby
Great rugby doesn’t just happen on the pitch — it’s built by dedicated coaches and referees who give their time to grow the game. UAE Rugby is committed to providing world-class education and development pathways for everyone involved in the sport.
All our coaching and refereeing courses are delivered in partnership with World Rugby, ensuring that qualifications are internationally recognised and meet the highest global standards.
120+
Qualified Coaches
45+
active referees
8
courses per year
world rugby
certified pathway
coaching
coaching pathway
level 1
get into coaching
An introductory course for anyone wanting to start coaching rugby. Covers basic skills, safety, and session planning. Delivered locally by UAE Rugby educators.
Duration: 1 Day
level 2
Community Coach
Develops coaching skills for working with community and junior teams. Covers game understanding, player development, and team management.
Duration: 2 Days
Refereeing
Refereeing pathway
foundation
Introduction to Refereeing
A beginner’s course covering the laws of the game, positioning, and communication. Open to anyone 16+ who wants to start officiating.
Duration: 1 Day
level 1
Club Referee
Qualifies you to referee community and junior club matches. Includes practical on-field assessment and law knowledge test.
Duration: 1 Day + Assessment
