The Female Health Programme has been developed to give coaches the knowledge, confidence and practical tools to better support women and girls playing Rugby League.

Female athletes face unique physical and health-related challenges throughout their playing journey. From puberty and the menstrual cycle to injury prevention, nutrition, wellbeing and communication, these topics can directly influence participation, performance and enjoyment of the game. Yet many coaches have never had access to education that helps them understand these areas.

This programme changes that.

Through expert-led learning, practical coaching resources and real-life experiences from within the female game, coaches will develop a greater understanding of the factors that can impact female players and learn how to create environments where every player feels supported, understood and able to thrive.

By taking part in the Female Health Programme, coaches will:

• Gain a greater understanding of female-specific health topics that impact participation and performance.
• Increase confidence when supporting female players throughout the season.
• Learn practical strategies that can be immediately applied within coaching sessions and match environments.
• Create more inclusive, player-centred environments where women and girls feel valued and understood.
• Become part of a growing community of coaches committed to raising standards across the female game.

Whether you coach in the community game, talent pathway or performance environment, the programme has been designed to provide practical learning that makes a positive difference to your coaching.

The Female Health Programme will include:

• Five live online CPD webinars delivered by experts in female health and coaching.
• Downloadable coaching resources and educational materials. 
• Practical examples and real-life case studies from the female game.
• Opportunities to learn from experienced practitioners and guest speakers.
• Access to a growing network of coaches passionate about developing the female game.

Women and girls deserve coaching environments where they feel understood, supported and empowered to enjoy Rugby League.

By investing in coach education, we can remove barriers to participation, improve player experiences and help more women and girls stay in the sport for longer. Coaches are at the heart of that journey, and this programme is designed to give them the confidence to make a lasting impact.

Places on the 2026 programme are closed however do not worry, all five workshops will be available to access on EtrainU for £10 per coach (free if you are registered onto the programme). 

We will be opening up registrations again for the 2027 season.  

Join coaches from across Rugby League and become part of a movement to create healthier, more inclusive environments for every woman and girl in our game.