making a program compliant
This is a guide for coaches to make sure that their clubs and programs remain compliant with USA Rugby, USAYHSR, and SafeSport standards. If a program is not compliant, then the coaches risk being personally liable for damages that occur, as well as their club being suspended from competitions.
These policies are purely for compliance and are supported by additional policies from NHMYRU. Additional policies may also be instituted at the club level. Check with your club for more information.
1
have a Certified coach
At least 1 coach from the program must be a fully certified USA Rugby Level 1 Coach. This requires completing the Level 1 Coaching Certification that includes online courses and an in-person class. For contact teams, ALL coaches must get certified Level 1 prior to practices beginning.
2
Register all coaches
All coaches of the program must be registered with USA Rugby. This means that they are a member of the club in the Rugby Xplorer (USA Rugby) portal, have completed a background check (renewed every 2 years), and have completed the SafeSport course.
3
The club has 8+ Players
The club needs to have at least 8 players registered with the club.
4
pay the club fee
Pay the club fee to USA Rugby each year to activate the club. Usually renewed at the end of each summer (end of August).