CT9 Coaching Rugby Skills across County Durham & The North East
Precision Skills Coaching
CT9 Coaching provides bespoke rugby skills coaching for both young and adult established players across County Durham and the North East.
We started off and continue to specialise in positional coaching for half backs (Scrumhalf and Flyhalf) but also regularly coach fullbacks / back three players and other technical skills such as line-out throwing, running lines, mindset and attack moves.
We focus on executing the basics really well, building onto those core skills and tailoring to the needs of each player and then refining those areas to consistency and under pressure.
CT9 Coaching is currently involved in both Male and Female Age Grade Clubs and Teams as well as Durham County and England RFU representative levels.
150+
Players Developed Successfully
30+
Years of Coaching & Playing Experience
15+
Team Partnerships Established
Tailored Training Plans
Each session is tailored and customised to the needs and goals of the player. We not only focus on improving the work-ons and skills development of the player but also the making their individual strengths even better.
Ready to book a session? Just click on the Book a Session button on this page and it will take you to our booking site showing all current open 121 sessions, locations and pricing.
Need something different such as a group session, team session or not sure? - No problem, please get in touch using the contact details at the bottom of this page and we can discuss some options tailored to your needs.
Expert Rugby Coaches
Our Head Coach, Chris, has over 30 years of coaching and playing experience specialising in half back (Scrum half and Fly half). Chris has played both in the UK and in Europe and has coached in successfully at Country Representative, BUCS and regional divisional level.
Chris is the current Attack coach for RFU England Rugby Player Development Group (PDG) U16Ws in Durham, Attack Coach for Durham County U18Ws & U20/23Ws as well as a consultant coach at various age grade and senior clubs such as Bishop Auckland RFC and Houghton RFC.
CT9 has also recently worked closely with County Durham Senior Women and North East XV.
CT9 Coaching also has access to a network of associate coaches covering all aspects of the game from line-out, scrum and the intricacies of the breakdown.
All CT9 Coaches have England Rugby ERCA or Equivalent and are fully DBS checked.
Performance Focused
Our tailored coaching helps players reach their technical and skills performance goals. We Introduce, Improve and Stretch...and we have a bit of fun while we do it too
Need a Group session or Support for your Club coaches?
Whether its a group session, multiple players training, coach the coach help, mentoring or sessions for your entire Team / Age Group...CT9 has you covered.
We have a wealth of experience in mentoring young and experienced players, supporting the building of Individual Development Plans (IDPs), enhancing playing mindset and setting up player led processes and frameworks.
We can discuss your needs and requirements and build a package and approach which will compliment your existing coaching set up to best support your team.
Ready to book a session? Just click on the Book a Session button on this page and it will take you to the current open sessions, locations and pricing.
Need something different such as a group session, team session or not sure? - No problem, please get in touch using the contact details below on this page and we can suggest some options tailored to your needs.
Testimonials
We have been very privileged to have received some glowing testimonials and recommendations and have included a few of them below...
Player S - U16W, Centre
"Can't recommend CT9 enough. Chris is an amazing coach and my daughter has come away from every session looking forward to the next one. Chris makes sure the sessions are fun and he explains everything really well to make them easy to follow and recaps everything at the end to ensure understanding. As well as the practical side of rugby Chris has also supported with my daughter's mindset and confidence which we have already seen a notable improvement with as well" - [Parent of Player]
Player I - U13M, Fly Half / Scrumhalf
"[Player I] plays U12s moving to U13s and is looking to play at 10 but equally happy at 9.
We knew of Chris from his work with Durham County he was highly recommended and rightly so!
He put [Player I] immediately at ease, he talked clearly and openly with him about what he was looking to achieve and then he worked through the key areas he wanted and needed to develop in a way that was personal and focused. [Player I) felt that he came away from the sessions with confidence to practise the skills at his club and share with his coaches and we plan on continuing with Chris as we have already seen [Player I] motivation and confidence grow!" - [Parent of Player]
Player M - Senior Women 1XV, Front Row
"I’ve known Chris for a few years now and he is always an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and highly committed coach who consistently demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a genuine passion for developing players. He is an experienced coach and his training sessions are well structured and organised. He has helped me improve my game this last season as he worked with me at Under 20’s Women’s County. I have no hesitation in recommending Chris and CT9 and I am confident they would be a valuable asset to developing players skills!" - [Player]
Player P - U14M, Scrumhalf
"My son has received outstanding coaching from CT9, tailored to his needs not only as a scrumhalf but as overall player development. CT9 has given my player the confidence on his game play and skills that he can use on and off the pitch. I have no hesitation in recommending CT9 Coaching!" - [Parent of Player]
Player H - Senior Men 2XV, Back row
"I really enjoy the sessions and it allows me to fix some areas that I felt needed improving. It also allowed me to pick up tips and drills that I can do myself to help further improve these things. The work on the mental side has greatly helped me to see where I was going wrong with my mindset". - [Player]
Who we work with and Affiliations
Here are some of the Clubs and Constituent Bodies that CT9 Coaching has worked with over the last couple of years either directly of via player representation
If you need to know any more information, are looking for a specific request, a group booking, a session for your team or age groups or something else please get in touch.
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