Annual Periodisation Training Programme

An annual periodisation training programme was designed prior to the start of the athletic  year in order for the athlete to visualise his yearly training plan. The Annual periodisation training programme also allows the athlete to have a structured plan and schedule to adhere to. Enabling the athlete to know exactly when each assessment will take place, each rugby match and when each season begins and ends. Not only does the annual training programme permit structure to an athlete’s training schedule, but also provides the athlete with specific targets and aims, allowing the athlete to prepare mentally for the year ahead.   

Figure 1. Annual periodisation table for an international rugby player. The screening, evaluation, monitoring and progress report can be found in the Screening, evaluation, monitoring and progress and progress report tab.