Fall Girls Youth Empowerment Coach - North Portland / St. Johns Portland, OR

We are looking for a volunteer coach for our nonprofit, which focuses on youth (specifically girls) empowerment through the vehicle of flag rugby. NO RUGBY EXPERIENCE NEEDED!

Experience

• No prior rugby experience or knowledge is required- we help you learn everything you need to know! In addition, you'll be paired with 1 other experienced coach at this location.
• We provide full curriculum, resources, and training - all costs covered by Girls Rugby.

Time Commitment

• Pre-Season: 3-4 hours to complete training and optional hours to assist with marketing and promotion.
• In Season: Roughly 3.5 hours per week split across practices and games.

When / Where

• Our North Portland / St. Johns team has regular practices Tuesdays from 4:45-6:00 at Northgate Park 9420 N. Geneva Ave. On the first week of practice, there will be an additional practice day on Thursday at the same time. Season starts 9/14 and ends 11/1.
• Details on game days (Sundays 2-4) and locations can be found here:

https://girlsrugby.org/portland/

Perks & Benefits

• Training provided: criminal background check, SafeSport Training, Concussion Safety Training, Girls Rugby Certification
• Coaching shirts, whistle, lanyard, and all equipment provided
• Full curriculum & resources
• Mentorship & support
• 25% discount on season registration

About Girls Rugby

At Girls Rugby, we believe every girl deserves a place to play, lead, and belong.

We started with a simple idea: give girls the chance to experience the joy of rugby in a space designed just for them. What began with an idea that has grown into a movement—empowering thousands of girls across the country through sport, leadership, and community.

Our programs aren’t just about rugby. They’re about confidence. About lifting each other up. About stepping onto the field, trying something new, and realizing, I can do this.

With every pass, every try, and every cheer from the sidelines, our players learn that their voices matter, their strength is real, and their potential is limitless.

Join us. Play. Coach. Support. Be part of a community that’s changing the game for girls everywhere.