HOME Rugby Answers Rugby COACHING Q&A

Where would be the best place to get a Rugby First Aid Kit?( with the stuff needed for Rugby first response)

Ask a question and have it answered by Coaches from around the world and IRB Educators.

Rugby CoachCoach

8 answers

ANSWERS

Rugby CoachCoach

Hello, Sanjay.

In England we generally get our first aid kits via Rugby kit stockists. I'm not too sure how common Rugby stockists are in the US, but I would suggest that you contact your state union to find out where you can obtain from.

Hope this helps.

Den

Rugby CoachCoach

Thanks much, Dennis,I don't think that we have many if any stockists here in US but i will definitly go the state union or the local Rugby Board route.

Rugby CoachCoach

if you check the IRB RugbyReady site, it has a list of what you need, maybe you could stock from the local pharmacy

Rugby CoachCoach

Even better, I shall try that. Thanks.

Rugby CoachCoach

Hi Sanjay Try All Sport Medical in UK if you want guidance or to buy

Rugby CoachCoach

Thanks Phillip, this is helpfull.

Rugby CoachCoach

Hi Sanjay, As an ex-paramedic I made up my own for our team. The neccessities are quite simple; plasters, ice packs and heat packs, some non-allergenic dressings, a variety of neck braces if funds allow, rolls of sticky tape such as zinc oxide tape for sprained little fingers etc. ( although this should be taken off after the game and the injury checked by a doctor if unsure) some vaseline for bruised heads (reduces friction in the scrum) a bucket of water, a sponge, a blanket or two in winter, a stretcher if possible, safety pins, scissors. Hope this helps.

Rugby CoachCoach

Thanks. You bet, every bit helps.

JOIN SPORTPLAN FOR FREE

search our library of 1100+ rugby drills
create your own professional coaching plans
or access our tried and tested plans

Rugby

STAY CONNECTED

in more ways than one

sportplan_rugby

LATEST COACHING TRENDS

Offloading in Contact: Creating Second-Phase Opportunities

The offload is one of rugby's most devastating weapons when executed well, turning a defensive collision into a second-phase attacking opportunity. This article breaks down the technique, timing, and training progressions coaches need to develop confident offloaders at every level.

April 2026

Sportplan Coaching

Defensive Line Speed: How to Shut Down Space Before the Attack Begins

Defensive line speed is the single most important factor in shutting down attacking opportunities before they develop. This guide explores how to coach your defensive line to push up as a connected unit, communicate under pressure, and deny the opposition time and space.

April 2026

Sportplan Coaching