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Austin
Durbidge

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Rugby Union
$60
30 MINS

Coaching Bio

I am currently contracted with the NSW Waratahs through to 2027 and have represented the Junior Wallabies while playing club Rugby for Sydney University Football Club. I specialise in helping young back rowers, tight 5 and Inside backs to develop the key areas of their game to take them to the next level, focusing on defensive and breakdown decision making/technique, and how you can develop the key weapons of your attacking game!

I finished at The King's School in 2023 winning the AAGPS Premiership. Since then I have represented Australia at the U18 and U20 Level and NSW Waratah A. Throughout my career I have always been obsessed with finding ways to gain an edge through outside training and hardwork in whatever form that may take! During this, having a coach to do 1 on 1 sessions with outside of training allowed me to develop key areas of my game. Therefore I am looking for athletes hungry to go to the next level and work to reach their potential!
* I'm currently unavailable for coaching. Please join my waitlist if you'd like to train together when I return. *

Expertise

  • Back Row
  • Breakdown Skills
  • Defensive Skills
  • Passing & Ball Handling
  • Tackling Technique
  • Flanker

Qualifications

  • NSW Working with Children Check expiry 14/11/2028

Coaching Locations

  • McKay Oval, Grand Drive, Centennial Park, Randwick City Council, NSW 2021, AU

Private Sessions

One-on-One Coaching 30 MINS $60

One-on-One Coaching 60 MINS $100

Small Group up to 4 athletes 60 MINS $250

Small Group up to 2 athletes 60 MINS $150

Reviews

Andrew - 24-03-2025

James and his fellow backrower Logan came away tired but enthusiastic after their training with Austin. They said it was hard but rewarding.

Andrew - 24-03-2025

James loved his training with Austin who worked him hard but also worked on some technical skills that they can develop during the year. Highly recommended. James was thrilled with how much he felt that he learned in a single session.

Iain - 16-03-2025

Great session with Austin. Xavier learnt a lot and was impressed with the information given. Made him work too!