Controlled contact development:
Using pads and shields progressing from walking, jogging to running
Working in small numbers on 1v1 contact scenarios with controlled gradual progression leading to 1v1 tackle
Skills based activities (handling, decision making, positioning/support play)
No live scrummaging or mauling
Unopposed set piece and team run
Face to face contact is minimised

TEAM CONTACT SKILLS:
August 3rd > August 16th

Skills and games through contact where numbers are greater than 1v1
Unit Skills - Scrum: 1v1, 2v2, 3v machine, 3v3, 5v machine, 5v5 8vmachine, 8v8, etc.
Unit Skills - Lineout: Unopposed. Progressing from 3 to 7 players before contesting (mauling time must be limited).
Modified Hit Outs With Contact Elements (10-15 minutes)
Face to face contact limited

MATCH CONTACT SKILLS:
August 17th > August 30th

Full contact with gradual progression to reflect the reality of an 80-minute game (time limited per session)
Contested unit skills
Face to face contact to remain limited
Friendly fixtures permitted August 28th – August 30th between clubs within the same province
Competitive provincial fixtures can commence from September 5th