1. TEACHER DEVELOPMENT FORUM - 18th June 2012 at Newbury RFC
The Southern Region Teacher Development Forum will take place on 18th June 2012 at Newbury RFC.  Details of the programme and how to apply can be found on the attached form.  Please pass on to any teachers that you feel would be interested in attending.

2. HAMPSHIRE COACHING CONFERENCE - Sunday 8th July at Wide Lane, Southampton
A reminder that the Hampshire Coaching Conference 2012 is just around the corner!  There are currently coaches attending from Basingstoke, Winchester, New Milton and District, Farnborough, Tottonians, Fareham Heathens, Havant, Fordingbridge, Fawley and Romsey and with 40+ candidates already you should book sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment!  The following sessions are now approaching with maximum numbers:
* Game Planning (Gaving Williams) - limited spaces available!
* Defence to Attack (Maggie Alphonsi) - limited spaces available!
Full programme and booking form are attached and a further reminder that doors on the day will be open from 8.45am for registration.  REMEMBER - BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

3. CLUB HAMPSHIRE VACANCIES
Hampshire RFU are looking to fill the following vacancies, if you are interested please contact Tim Allen (Director of Club Hampshire) This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Job descriptions are attached:-

* Assistant Coaches for the Under 14 (2 required)
* Manager Girls Under 15s
* Manager Boys Under 15s

4. SOUTHERN REGION COACHING TWITTER/FACEBOOK
A reminder that details and booking information for all coaching courses in the Southern Region are now available via social media.  If you prefer your information in 140 characters or less then join the 200+ followers of @RugbyCourses.  Information is also available through the Facebook page at RFU South Coaching.

5. CHANGES TO AWARD COURSE COSTS - GOOD NEWS!!
Following a period of financial review and in response to the difficult financial climate many coaches and clubs find themselves in, it has been decided that there will be a reduction to the cost of both the Level 1 and 2 courses.

From 1st May 2012 - the Level 1 Course will cost
£83.33 ex VAT
£100 including VAT
From 1st May 2012 - the Level 2 Course will cost
£115 ex VAT
£138 including VAT

6. SCHOOLS AGM
The Hampshire Schools AGM will be held at Stanbridge Earls School or Tuesday 8 May commencing at 1900.  Please advise Roger Venning if you are attending This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

7. NATIONAL 7s COACHING/REFEREEING CONFERENCE
Please see attached flyer advertising the National 7s Coaching/Refereeing Conference taking place at Twickenham on 11/12 May 2012.  All bookings and enquiries should be made through Adele Steer - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it