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Manchester Rugby Coaching

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Manchester Rugby Coaching is committed to supported the development of Rugby League within and around Manchester. Our high performance staff help you with speed, strength, power and technical coaching to support your Rugby development. We work with individuals, schools, small groups and teams and through our partnership with Swinton Lions RFLC and support from the RFL, we can also provide addition

al initiatives such as teacher / coach CPD, match tickets and much more. With vast experience working within both community and elite club settings, we understand the demands physically and mentally that are required to perform at all levels of the game and as such tailor our coaching for all to enjoy our beautiful game.

25/08/2026

Some action from today's rugby camp through North West Hawks down at the Hive.

Safe to say that everyone had fun and put all their energy in throughout the day.

23/08/2026

RUGBY LEAGUE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE.

If you are new to rugby league or you want to take your game to the next level?

Our centre of excellence is designed to provide additional coaching to compliment your exhist8ing club commitments and not replace them.

This is a great opportunity for boys and girls to;

- Receive additional coaching including strength and conditioning.
- Provide pathways for new players.
- Support players that are looking to progress their game.
- Opportunities to play in exhibition games.

Whether you are new to rugby league or you want that extra edge, then there is a pathway for you.

Email [email protected] to find out more and be part of the journey.

Its time to fly with North West Hawks

06/08/2026

Following the growth of our recent Hawks Camp we will be returning for 2 further dates later this month.

We have reduced the cost to make it more affordable for those wanting to take part and make our sessions more accessible for all.

We are delighted to again be running these days at The Hive at the Million Pavillion who have been fantastic hosts and can't think of a better place that we can all thrive.

To book please call Chris on 07847598572

27/07/2026

Why biomechanics matters more than you think.

Players are more commonly getting ACL, MCL and other injuries that can cost them a good portion of the season. But what if I told you that there is a way to reduce this risk.

In female sports, most girls don't access the gym until they are 14 and boys maybe at 12 years old, so could this be the reason?

In short, weight training starts when you are a baby and then you progressively pick up larger loads; Toys, food and even thinks you shouldn't. So the myth that you shouldn't weight train until you are 16 is pretty much non exhistant.

Since qualifying as a biomechanics coach, I have gained a reputation for enhancing movement quality and improving speed by a minimum of 0.3 seconds in session 1.

How?

Whether I am operating in a group setting or in a 1 to 1, I pay particular attention to how an athletes moves and what happens throughout the movement identifying certain patterns.

This enables me to identify muscular imbalances, the reason athletes aren't explosive and also why they are unable to produce / absorb force effectively in jumping and landing.

While going on a course is great, it doesn't teach you everything and neither does the latest scientific paper on speed development. What it does give you are the foundations that you can build your own learnings and development from.

Every persons biomechanical make up is different, based on age, experience, training load amongst other factors.

By paying added attention to detail, I have been able to excel my clients athletic development long term by making small changes to their movement and getting big rewards.

If this relates to you then please feel free to reach out and lets see how I can help enhance your movement quality and get you to the next levels in your performance.

29/06/2026

England Talent Pathway recognition for one of my athletes

I began working with Niamh before Christmas helping her to recover from an ACL injury she picked up whilst playing community rugby league.

After doing a biomechnanics assessment and through regular feedback from Niamh's mum from her physio, we were able to make vast improvements to her knee strength, enhance range of movement and get her back playing.

Niamh has now moved on to play for Leigh Minors RLFC and has also been training with Wigan Warriors P2P programme.

After returning to play, she hit another setback when breaking her collarbone and despite initial frustrations, she took the time needed to recover, committed to her rehab and this weekend took part in the England Talent Pathway.

By demonstrating mental resilience, having the right support network around her and overcoming 2 big injuries in the past 12 months, Niamh continues to progress in her Rugby League journey.

To work with an athlete who is committed to their development despite setbacks beyond control, truly is a pleasure and highlights just why I love coaching.

Looking forward to continue supporting Niamh in what is sure to be an exciting journey ahead.

12/06/2026

As we approach the end of another school year, its time to reflect on the progress that has been made in the community and here are just a few highlights;

3 of our 121 clients have gone on to player pathway programmes with Will enjoying time with Sale Sharks, James training with Salford RFLC and Niamh now in the Wigan Warriors and England pathway teams. We are very proud of your progress and has been a pleasure to play a small part in your development.

We continue to engage with Whittaker Moss Primary School where we have run the after school rugby club for over 2 years.
From this club, we have seen players go on to participate in external rugby activity with players joining Rochdale RUFC and also regular participation in inter school competitions.

By teaming up with Rochdale Hornets Foundation, we have been able to provide over 100 tickets to families to watch their first live rugby game and also run half term camps using their Balderstone park facility which. We look forward to continuing our work with Hornets and provide more engegement for all parties.

This week, Chris takes up a new role with Bradfors Bulls where he will be leading the strength and conditioning delivery on the clubs foundation girls programme, providing performance support to upward of 30 girls.

Looking ahead to 2027, we are already speaking with the school games management teams in Rochdale and Oldham as we plan to build upon our competitions offering with a RL festival and more regular inter school competitions.
This will enable us to continue to provide pathways into both the amateur and professional club programmes and support the growth of the game for the long term.

If you would like us to help support your rugby project then please don't hesitate to get in touch by calling Chris Honor on 07847 598572

01/06/2026

Bookings are now being taken for our Rugby Development Centre launching Friday 19th June 2026 at 1800 to 1900.

Subject to numbers, this will continue to run weekly throughout the year.

Coaching from DBS certified and RFL qualified coaches along with Strength and Conditioning.

Improve your;

Speed and agility.
Tackling technique.
Passing and receiving.
Kicking.
Confidence.
Movement quality.

Places are limited and last day is Monday 15th June to register so email [email protected] to secure your childs place.

28/05/2026

Manchester Rugby Coaching is run by experienced coach Chris Honor with over 25 years coaching experience across sport and 10 years in rugby league and union environments.

His experiences range from schools and sporting foundations through to academy and first team settings including Leeds Rhino's foundation, Rochdale RUFC and Bradford Bulls Academy.

What sets us apart is real-world experience across coaching, player development, strength & conditioning, competitions and performance pathways.

It is our passion to help schools, clubs and individual players improve technically, physically and mentally.

This isn’t just coaching sessions. It’s development with purpose, standards and proven insight from inside the game.

We welcome anyone interested in working with us to email [email protected] with a short outline of what service you are looking for.

21/05/2026

Most players train.
Few make it game specific.
Thats what makes the difference.
Repetition breeds confidence.
Confidence comes from understanding.
Schools, 121 or small group.
We have you covered.

12/05/2026

Develop, perform and dominate.

I am opening up a limited number of spaces for 121 and club coaching.

Coaching will consist of strength and conditioning, technical and skilled based training to build strength, power and speed ro make you a more resilient athlete.

121 essions take place at Bionik Strength and Powerleague, Manchester.

To register your interest, please send a brief introduction about yourself including, club, age and the support required to [email protected]

Address

Bionik Strength
Oldham

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm
Sunday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+447847598572

Website

http://www.manchesterrugbycoaching.com/

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