In Touch Survey – Your Questions Answered

The RFUW ran an online survey in November 2007. They received a significant number of responses and have pulled out some key areas that they think they can address immediately for the game.

RFUW will be using this survey going forward to help shape their decision making processes and thank all those who took part.

Key Area	Action we will take
36% of volunteers requested updates of what is happening at a grass roots level	Click here to access the RFUW website for news, match reports and information http://www.rfu.com/women
50% of volunteers requested information on training courses	Click here for community rugby http://www.community-rugby.com. Here you will find information on all the different courses that are available to you
57% of players are unaware of the player pathway	The RFUW has a player pathway that highlights the routes you can take through rugby. Contact the RFUW office for a copy
68% of players felt that access to high quality coaching was very important while 71% are interested in information on coaching courses	Click here for information on RFU coaching courses http://www.community-rugby.com. Look at the Coaches sections for details of courses in your area
41% of players are interested in information on volunteering	We are currently updating the website with new information on how to get involved in volunteering. In the meantime, get in touch with Holly Hart on 020 8831 7482 or email hollyhart@rfu.com for details
3% of supporters felt that facilities at grounds are good	Visit http://www.community-rugby.com and look under Club Management, Facilities for information and guidance on improving facilities at your club. Also, for information on funding that might be available contact the RFUW office or check out the funding section of the Community Rugby website.
78% of supporters requested information on coaching	Click here for information on RFU coaching courses http://www.community-rugby.com. Look at the Coaches sections for details of courses in your area
61% of coaches have a level 1 coaching qualification and 39% have a level 2.	If you would like to obtain a coaching qualification, or to do your next level, click here for information on RFU coaching courses http://www.community-rugby.com Then have a look at courses being run in your region.
71% of coaches requested information on mentoring	Coach mentoring is available from your CCO. Visit http://www.rfu.com/women and look under contacts to find their details.
74% of parents feel that having a first aider at their club is very important	The RFU runs an excellent one day 1st aid course. Visit http://www.community-rugby.com, and have a look under Club Management, Health to find courses near you
52% of parents are willing to get involved in administration	We are currently updating the website with new information on how to get involved in volunteering. In the meantime, get in touch with Holly Hart on 020 8831 7482 or email hollyhart@rfu.com for details
90% of administrators are interested in training courses and 47% in accredited courses	Click here for community rugby http://www.community-rugby.com. Here you will find information on all the different courses that are available to you.