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Scrums

Drill Description Key Learnings
Body shape scrum isometrics Static holds to groove safe, strong body positions before any pushing. Neutral spine, hip-shoulder alignment
Core and neck engagement
Footing, bind targets, and pressure feel
Partner resistance scrum hinges Paired hinge and resist to feel load transfer through the chain. Hinge from hips, not lower back
Shoulder-chest connection
Drive through feet without popping
3v3 sled drives Half-pack scrum work into a sled with short, timed pushes. Cohesive hit and chase
Stay square; no angle collapse
Short steps, pressure consistency
8-man bind and pulse Full pack binds and executes short “pulse” drives on whistle. Collective timing and calls
Lock-binding integrity
Loose forward connection and control
Hooker strike timing Heel-strike timing with 2 props against controlled resistance. Strike on stability
Core bracing during strike
Ball channel accuracy