Build Better Rugby Players
Elite coaching. Small group focus. Real results. FUN!
Led by former Scotland international Duncan Hodge, Accelerate Rugby delivers structured, high-performance training for all levels of youth players. We also work with schools, professional bodies and clubs across Scotland.
Expert Coaching - Led by Level 4 and International coach Duncan Hodge
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Player-Focused - Low player-to-coach ratio
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Skill Development - Highly Qualified Senior & Youth Coaches
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Expert Coaching - Led by Level 4 and International coach Duncan Hodge ⭑ Player-Focused - Low player-to-coach ratio ⭑ Skill Development - Highly Qualified Senior & Youth Coaches ⭑
Our upcoming rugby camps are open to school-age players across Scotland
NOW BOOKING
EASTER RUGBY COACHING CAMPS
Dates from 6 April 2026, Edinburgh & East Lothian.
Full end of season camp. Chance to improve individual, unit and team skills and develop game sense.
SUMMER RUGBY COACHING CAMPS
Dates from 20 July 2026, Edinburgh & Glasgow. More info
OCTOBER BREAK RUGBY COACHING CAMPS
Dates from 12 October 2026, Edinburgh. More info
UPCOMING SPECIALIST SKILLS BLOCKS
Check back soon for more info…
We have now had our first 4 year cycle since inception and great to see so many players gaining representative honours in 2026
10
4
players made Scotland U20 Squad
players made Scotland U18 Squad
13
19
players played in Edinburgh U18 Festival Squad
of the 60 players in Edinburgh
U16 Squad
50+
players (from 9 schools) featured in Schools Cup Finals Day
played in the U17 Festival (across 3 districts)
Edinburgh U18 Pro Alignment Squad
18
50%
Hear from Players, Families and Coaches
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"I would highly recommend Duncan and his team at Accelerate Rugby to any young rugby player who is looking to grow and excel. Duncan has been excellent on an individual basis with my son helping him with some technical aspects of his game along with some mentoring and this has helped him really progress with his rugby."
— Jim, Parent of Scotland U20 Player
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"Brilliant! Our son has attended many rugby camps but Accelerate are a step above in our experience. Experienced, encouraging, and inclusive coaches who are approachable and clearly enjoy the sport and teaching. The small groups allow excellent 1:1 coaching and advice. His confidence and skills have really developed. Thanks Team Accelerate!"
— Laura, P7 Parent
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"Working with Duncan has been hugely beneficial for Old Glory DC. His technical expertise and tactical insight have elevated our attack and kicking game. His goalkicking help has significantly improved their accuracy and consistency. Duncan’s professionalism and clarity makes a real difference at the elite level. Look forward to working with him again in 2026!"
— Simon Cross – Head Coach, Washington Old Glory MLR Pro Team
Find the training you’re looking for
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For School Age Players
Performance camps, school team training, and private coaching for developing players
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For Professional Players
Elite performance training, consultancy and specialist coaching for professional clubs and bodies
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For Club Players
Team training, specialist skills programs, coach development and consultancy for clubs
Got Questions?
We’ve compiled answers to the most common questions about Accelerate Rugby
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We welcome players of all levels and experience. The best way to describe the players that
attend is that they all want to learn and become better rugby players.
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Duncan Hodge is qualified to the highest Level 4 and has a Masters in Performance Coaching. He has coached professionally for 15 yrs within Scotland and Edinburgh mainly. Latterly Duncan has coached and consulted for Fiji, USA, Holland and World Rugby.
Duncan has coached kids at every year group all his life and currently coaches at school and Elite Youth (U18) levels.
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Yes. We have a wide range of coaches many who are Level 3 and have coached district and national Age Group youth rugby.
4 have also been Semi Pro coaches and most also coach Senior Club teams.
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We offer a wide ranging number of coaching opportunities. In the main camps in most school holidays and ever increasingly bespoke small group and 1 to 1 sessions.
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Yes absolutely. Please contact us to discuss.
Need something else answered? Just ask!