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Full lineout practice - middle then back
Learning to lift in the line out
Lineout Pods and Movement
The coach progresses the line out onto small units working together, adds in some competition and starts work with some five man options
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The second session focusses on developing the basic techniques for building your line out. Wasps second row James Cannon takes some level 6 players through some progressions
Lineout Movement and Lifting
Using a coloured grid, pods of 3 can work on their timing and technique when moving before the lift. The coach calls which colour cone to jump from, so the players can learn to react quickly. Rotate jumpers so that players practice working in different pods.
Lineout Lifting Fundamentals - Get started
An effective line out is based upon the fundamentals of movement, jumping and lifting. James Cannon from London Wasps takes some amateur players through the basic skills and techniques
Lineout game for speed of lifting
Elite coach Neal Hatley uses a game to develop speed of lifting in a lineout by providing an element of competition and fun.
The Lineout Game - Lifting
When introducing lifting, consider the suitability of the players for each role.
It may be that a small, light player now takes up a key role in jumping and catching while the bigger players, who may have previously jumped are best suited to lifting at this stage in development
When introducing lifting to young players, always side on caution and use spotters to assist in the initial learning stages. This will develop confidence and competence
Always be aware of fatigue and do not over work the players even if progress is slow
Lineout Jumping Fundamentals
Here we take you through the basic and essential core skills required for any jumper in the lineout.
Lineout - Speed & Movement Drill
Working in pods of three on speed & movement will help you win line outs. Players also develop better skills in order to play a better standard of rugby and help others around them. Another London Irish coaching resource
Lineout - 4 pod passing challenge
Four lifting pods must hold their jumpers aloft long enough for them to pass a ball through the hands twice. Lifters should stand close together and try to lock-out their arms. Jumpers should maintain a strong core and keep their legs straight to make life easier for the lifters.
Lions 09 - Lineout Movement
A dynamic practise for speed and quality of lifting in lineouts. This exercise can be used for 15's and 7's and for different age groups. The coaches can vary the distance of the cones and progress to both lifters moving. Coaches can add some fun by making it a competition. Key factors : The jumper must jump - Core body strength - Keep body stiff and straight - Lifters work together - Lock out arms - Bring the jumper down safely
Lineout Tips from London Irish Forwards
London Irish forwards talk through some of the elements that make an effective lineout, and how you can prepare for a match.
Joe Launchbury - Lineout Tips
England & Wasps Second row Joe Launchbury provides a few tips on the role of the lock and what coaches and players should focus on
Lineout Lifting Hand Placement
This video takes you through the importance of hand placement in building a solid lineout.
Building the Maul - Lifters Lock
To set up the maul from a secured lineout, the lifters should first secure the ball carrier, protecting the ball from opposition arms and resisting the sack from defenders. Players lock tight and assume a strong, low body position.
7-man - walk-in middle lift
Players walk into the lineout and lift as soon as they are in line. If there are no defending jumpers, the best option is to go straight up in the middle. This requires practice to ensure timing and communication between, the hooker, jumper and lifters is right.
Lineout - Learning To Lift
Learning to lift and work as a pod of three is the foundation of an effective line out. London Irish academy provides some great tips on how to coach this area
Lineout Lifting Fundamentals
Zoran Higgins takes you through the basic lifting fundamentals that all Junior players will have to learn. This focusses specifically on hand placement and body positioning.
Lions 09 lineout 5
Lineout variation and development
Lions 09 lineout 2
Lineout variation and practice
Lions 09 Lineout 4
Lineout variation and practice
Lions 09 lineout 3
Lineout variation and practice
Lineout - 7 man - 3-1-3 setup
This 7 man lineout gives you three catcher options, providing more variations from a single lineout.
2-man lifting practice with pad
A good foundation exercise for technical development of practicing lifting with a tackle bag. You could use a contact pad or a tyre if you do not have a tackle bag. Key factors : Strong body position - Fast feet - Straigh back - Lock out the arms - Use momentum of both players
3-man lifting practice with pads
Progress lifting practises with more movement as is required in matches. The coach can alter things to make the exercise easier or more demanding. Key factors : Communication - Fast feet - Straight back - Squat / bend the knee's - Lock out arms
Lineout - 5 man decoy to front lift at back
Lineouts are a key area for winning your own ball, varying your lineouts are an essential part of fooling the opposition. The five, six and full man variations give you the whole range of what can be achieved in the lineout.
Lineout - 6 man middle jump
The 6 man lineout provides a good variation from the standard lineout - offering a lineout with more space and an extra forward in mid-field.
Shadowing and movement in the lineout
Lineout practice for developing the movement and lift timing.
Lineout - 7 man to the back
Lineouts are a key area for winning your own ball, varying your lineouts are an essential part of fooling the opposition. The five, six and full man variations give you the whole range of what can be achieved in the lineout.
6-man - Front Ball - Off the Top
Using a two-pod, 6-man setup, create quick ball from this lineout.
5 man lineout front lift
This drill develops the five man lineout ideas that you would use when practising the shortened lineout.
Lineout - 6 man middle pod lift
Lineouts are a key area for winning your own ball, varying your lineouts is an essential part of fooling the opposition. The five man, six man and full variations give you the whole range of what can be achieved in the lineout.
Lineout - front lift then back
This drill offers a variation for the five man lineout and provides development for the movement and switching of positions of the jumper.
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