Rugby Coaching and Rugby Training Camps at New Zealand Sports Academy
The Domestic Programme
We recruit players from the 17 - 25 age group from all over New Zealand to join the Academy for 38 weeks. We offer full time career and rugby development coaching opportunities.
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NZSA provides professional rugby tuition for overseas players and coaches (for both individuals and teams) who participate in tailored programmes conducted by world class coaches & trainers.
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RIP Kane Te Riini
Posted on Monday, February 25th, 2013 at 1:33 pmWe would like to take this time to express our sadness. Kane Te Riini who was a domestic student for 2012 and was planning to join our Academy as a 2nd year tragically passed away on February the 19th 2013. Kane was a confident young man who was much loved by all at the Academy….
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Tribute to Robbie Farquhar
Posted on Tuesday, January 8th, 2013 at 2:42 pmIt’s the start of our 15th year for NZSA and it is with great sadness that one of our brothers has tragically passed away and taken from us way too soon. Robbie Farquhar joined the academy as a young 17 year old in 2001 from Inglewood. A dynamic flanker with a quiet personality and a…
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Happy New Year!!
Posted on Tuesday, January 8th, 2013 at 1:13 pmHappy 2013 to everyone. We hope the year has kicked off to a good start. NZSA is back in the office again preparing for a busy but exciting year ahead. Don’t forget to check out our Facebook page @ New Zealand Sports Academy for updates and photos. Let us know if you are interested in…
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Haere Mai - Welcome
Welcome to the New Zealand Sports Academy
Where you can expect first-class rugby coaching from the best rugby coaches in the world.
The New Zealand Sports Academy is for young rugby union and rugby league players, coaches and teams who want to develop their skills and experience Maori rugby at it's best!
Register Now!Benefits of Enrolling with NZSA
- We are the only fulltime academy in New Zealand bringing together players from New Zealand and Overseas from February through to October
- Receive world class coaching with innovative coaching techniques
- Meet and learn from New Zealand rugby legends and mentors
- Learn about the Maori culture & people
- Experience the NZ way of life and develop life skills
- Enjoy NZ sights and activities
Testimonial
“In my short stay at the NZSA it has already passed my expectations and more. The NZSA runs a very slick and professional programme that aims to bring out the best in all its students as rugby players and as people and teach them valuable life skills for later life. All the lads at the academy were all very welcoming and tried their best to help you fit in and do all they can to help you.”
by Josh Fox-Clark, Scotland
