Testimonials

"The coaches have been professional, respectful, friendly and kind.

Both of my children Sidney and Lucy have gained so much confidence from the next gen clinic and have really enjoyed themselves.

I’m so glad I signed them up. You run a great business!"

- Miranda

"Just want to thank you and your team for a fabulous 3 days.

My son Reuben has enjoyed himself so much. As a boy of “few words” he has been raving about his time at your clinic.

He is so proud to wear your shirt and the Rugby ball he brought home today is invaluable! The story about the morning tea pies is great."

- Nina.

St. Patrick’s College have engaged Next Gen Rugby Coaching for the last 2 years (2024 & 2025) to deliver their “Confidence in Contact” program to our A/B rugby players across Years 5 - 10 during the Term 1 preseason.

The quality and expertise shown by the coaching staff was exactly what the College was looking for in order to prepare the players for the collisions in the game and to make them Rugby Ready. The 2 key areas that were targeted was Tackle Technique and the Breakdown. At the end of 2024, the College also engaged Michael Broad and his coaches to work on some simple patterns of play and game management through Invasion Games and match like simulations. Again I couldn’t have been more impressed with the program that was delivered.

I look forward to accessing such highly experienced coaches from Next Gen Rugby Coaching in the future.

- Dan Nethery
Director of Rugby | St. Patricks College

The Next Gen team brought a structured, engaging approach that developed our players’ core skills and confidence in contact. They provided quality coaching, supported our staff, and helped create a positive learning environment.

Their impact was clear both on and off the field.

- Tyron Mandrusiak,

Sports Activities Coordinator | St Joseph's College, Gregory Terrace

"I was particularly impressed with how seamlessly they went from one activity to the next.

It was very obvious the coaches are highly professional and very well prepared.

Overall a great experience for Malachi and I am sure he will be keen to be involved again in the years to come."

- Kathy

When Next Gen Rugby Coaching began in 2012, it was obvious there was a very critical shortage of quality coaching programs available to parents, schools and clubs.

From the beginning, it was obvious that quality of coaching and coaches along with the various rugby programs was going to be the hallmark of Next Gen Rugby Coaching’s success. Along with the high calibre coaches that have represented the company since its inception, the programs that have been developed under Michael Broad’s leadership have continued to grow and have become very much sort after by both clubs and schools.

Having coached with and against Broady, I am not surprised as to the quality of the programs, clinics and the esteem that the company is held in by so many parents, administrators, teachers and coaches alike. Next Gen Rugby Coaching provides an essential service to those young men and women who want to develop their rugby skills and techniques and to learn more about the game both on and off the field.

Coupled with that is the experience that Broady and his coaching staff provides for coaches at all levels of the game. Having coached throughout the years since Next Gen began, I am delighted to see how much the company has expanded and the breadth of its involvement across so many school and club rugby programs.

- Patrick Byron
Director of Sport | St. Laurence’s College

"I liked how the order of skills were taught i.e. ball handling which lead to tackle.

The coaching staff were all friendly and helped alot with training, this is a camp I’d be happy to come back to again.

Thanks guys."

- Alexander Roos and Johannes Roos

We had Mick and his Next Gen team lead all of our rugby players from year 3 up to year 12 through their confidence in contact program as part of our lead into the 2025 season.

The sessions were fantastic, engaging and age appropriate, it was not only a fantastic opportunity for our students to gain confidence and new skills, but it was a great opportunity for our own coaches to get to observe some fantastic coaches and approaches up close.

We have regularly seen our players and coaches making great use of what they learnt and experienced in the next gen sessions throughout the whole season.

- Andrew Wookey
Head of Sport | St Pauls School

"I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for everything you’ve done for me.

You’ve not only helped me become a better player but also a better person. I’m truly grateful for the time, effort, and belief you’ve put into me and the team.

Honestly, I don’t know where I’d be without you, the other coaches, and the school. You’ve made a huge difference in my journey, and I’ll always be thankful for that.

Hope to be playing under your coaching again one day."

- Chris Manu
U15 Rugby Player

"I can’t express enough my thanks to the professional, disciplined, knowledgeable coaches and overall fun program you run at Next Gen.

Alex has been attending your clinics since 2018, that clinic was held at Churchie and Alex was just 6 years old. Fast forward another 6 years and he is still loving his rugby and learning from your program. Alex made his first rep team this year for Met West Rugby Union and I’m in no doubt his skills certainly have benefited from your program."

- Kerry S

Michael Broad and his team from Next Gen Rugby Coaching have ben engaged by Ipswich Grammar for the last 2 years to run a specific PSS program across our secondary school rugby teams.

The key areas targeted were Set Piece (Scrum & Lineout); Kicking Technique & Skills; Halfback Technique & Skills and Running Lines. The preparation, programming, instruction and the development of the players in their care was first class.

Both the IGS players and coaches were able to develop a wonderful rapport with the Next Gen coaches which allowed for positive, open discussion and understanding.

Ipswich Grammar were thrilled with the quality of coaching and mentoring provided by the Next Gen Rugby Coaching staff and highly recommend them to any other school or club looking for “that edge” in their own rugby program.

- Russell Todd
Director of Rugby at IGS

"My son William (9 years) loved the clinic.

He loved that it was for 3 days. He loved that he was pushed harder than at other clinics. He really liked that the coaches had a high level track record and the kids were made aware of that at the start.

By far the best coaching clinic that he has attended; and as a rugby addict he has been to a few."

- AS

"Hi Michael,

Jock had such a great time this week at the Rugby clinic, thanks very much. 

Thanks again for a great few days."

- Anna

"It’s been a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding season.

Pete and I were talking earlier about what a great bunch of young men there are in this squad and how they have been a pleasure to coach. They will go far.

In particular I’d like to thank you for giving your dedication and wisdom to the group, coaches included. I’ve genuinely looked forward to each training session and game day as there’s a real sense of purpose and progression. I certainly feel I have developed under your leadership and guidance. It has been a fantastic experience and I am a much better coach as a result.

Bring on the ‘26 season!"

- Nick Stuart
Coach | Gregory Terrace Rugby

"Over a 10-week pre-season period, Michael ran a brilliant 10-session program for 8 players from the GPS rugby club.

The sessions were extremely well planned; ran efficiently and smoothly and delivered on all the key areas that the parents and players wanted from the program. The boys were thoroughly engaged with Michael’s coaching methods and firm “attention to detail” attitude.

The benefit was for all to see when the boys began their club season together."

- Chris R

"Two of my children (Sidney and Lucy) have been at your rugby clinic this week and it has honestly exceeded my expectations.

Right from the first email from you, when I enquired about whether my touch footy playing daughter would benefit from joining, you have put my mind at ease.

Thank you for being so inclusive of the girls. The coaches in both groups have been professional, respectful, friendly and kind. Both of my children have gained so much confidence from the next gen clinic and have really enjoyed themselves.

I’m so glad I signed them up.

You run a great business!"

- Miranda H

"Wilson rang me 10 minutes after he left the camp this afternoon, to tell me how much he loved the past three days.

He also asked me if I can book him in for the next one.

As he gets a little older I would like him to do some one on one work with Next Gen as he is developing well into a halfback role. I will talk to you about that in the future.

Thanks to you and your team, and we will see you soon."

- Kathy

Michael Broad and his team from Next Gen Rugby Coaching have ben engaged by Toowoomba Grammar School for the last 5 years to run their outstanding “Confidence in Contact” program across our secondary school rugby teams from U13 to Open at the C, D and E level.

This program is critical in ensuring that all TGS rugby players are “Rugby Ready” for trials - especially in the area of the collisions in the game. The key areas targeted were Set Piece (Scrum & Lineout); Tackle Technique and Breakdown.

It has been a very important part of the TGS rugby program in that the players outside the A/B program, are provided with the highest quality coaching and instruction from some of the best rugby educators within SE Queensland.

Toowoomba Grammar School can not speak highly enough of the standard of professionalism shown by the highly experienced Next Gen Coaching staff and highly recommend them to any school or club that needs assistance in any part of the game.

- Lincoln Clapham
Director of Rugby | TGS

" Banjo & Rupert went to the next gen school holiday clinic led by Michael Broad during the Easter holidays and it was the absolute best activity the boys have ever done.

Not only did they learn new rugby skills (& Banjo won a great prize) but they were also taught manners & gratitude. It really was fabulous. Michael used to teach the boys’ father at Terrace many years ago - so he was already a huge fan. What an amazing company - Next Gen Rugby Coaching."

- Fabien C

"Working with Broady was a transformative experience for our team.

His energy, knowledge, and love for the game are clear every time he steps on the field. The session was challenging but motivating, and he created a team environment that got the most out of the players.

Thanks to him, we grew as players, coaches and as people."

- Andy Stewart
Coach | Kansas University | USA

Next Gen Rugby Coaching first began in 2012 and from the quality of coaches they got onboard early on, it was very obvious from the beginning that the company were going to do well and be a huge asset to the rugby community.

Along with the high calibre coaches that have represented the company since its inception, I have seen the programs that have been developed under Michael Broad’s leadership continue to grow, becoming sort after by both clubs and schools. Having been taught and coached by Broady back in my days at Gregory Terrace, I am not surprised to see the success and high praise the program is enjoying and experiencing. Next Gen Rugby Coaching provides an essential service to those young men and women who want to develop their skills to be able to compete at the highest level. It's also a cracking way for coaches to upskill themselves learning off Broady and his highly experienced coaching staff.

Having coached for him back in the early days of Next Gen’s journey, I am delighted to see how much the company has expanded and its ongoing involvement across so many club and school rugby programs.

- Ben McCormack
Premier Grade Head Coach | Brothers RC

Hey Broady,
We had our 20 year reunion for our 2004 1st XV last night. Brought back a lot of good memories from Terrace, but one that came to mind for me was you getting me to bench for the U/15 A's when I was playing C/D's. What faith you showed in me!!

I'm sure you don't remember this, but for me this was a big turning point when you gave me the confidence to back myself.

Not just in sport but in general.

I'm sure there are many small moments like this where you have had more of an impact than you realise on young men.

You were definitely a big part of the puzzle of the 2004 premiership!

- Steve Cook
GPS Premiership First XV player 2004