Up the Tempo

Up the Tempo is a Warwickshire-based rugby coaching brand focused on helping players improve their performance through high-quality, professional training. Its coaching supports players with a range of experience and ambitions, from local and university rugby to national and elite-level play. The Talent Development Programme covers tactical, technical, physical and mental aspects of the game, helping participants develop skills and knowledge to pursue their playing goals.

Services include a Rugby Academy for young players aged under 10 to under 16, offering advanced coaching to support their development. Players can also book bespoke one-to-one sessions focused on areas they want to improve. During school holidays, Up the Tempo runs camps that combine professional instruction with an engaging environment. The team also delivers coaching courses and guidance for clubs, including sessions on changes to tackle-height laws and ways to coach the relevant techniques. Customer reviews praise the coaches’ clear instruction, the practical application of session material and the positive effect training has had on players’ confidence.