An international rugby academy and coaching/analysis consultancy, that works with clubs, universities, schools and the individual looking to rise to the top.
2. About Us:
An international coaching & analysis
consultancy, that works with clubs, universities,
schools and the individual looking to rise to the
top.
Students at our high performance clinics and
workshops will be exposed to the latest coaching
methods in international rugby. Emphasis will
always be on all round development, physically
and mentally.
We provide full time 24/7 online support via
Skype and E mail to players. We cover every
aspect on the "Science and Methodology of
Kicking" in our kicking workshops!
3. Our Program:
We strive to bring across the philosophy of the
game using the principles of fair play,
integrity, honesty and good sportsmanship in
our teaching. Students will be exposed to the
latest coaching methods, and be exposed to
international rugby knowledge, ideas and
theories through guest coaches.
We use a holistic approach, focusing on not
only on the physical, but the mental aptitude
needed to compete at top level. Key areas like
fitness, speed, agility, quickness will be
addressed through specific skill set training
4. Testimonials:
"I have just completed my first full winter of training and I
definitely have seen a noticeable difference in my game. I am
more agile, have improved ball handling ability and have
faster feet! I give full credit to KAIWHANA in helping me
to start with the Barbarian’s Men’s 1st Team this season. I
fully recommend anyone who wants to improve their game
to contact Coach Pienaar!"
Kolby Bossineau
"Thinus has done one on one elite level rugby training for my
son Mitchell for most of the 2011 rugby season and I highly
recommend him. Thinus brings a level of expertise and
dedication to rugby training that has allowed Mitchell to
take his rugby skills to an even higher level."
Mark Harris
5. “Thinus, thank you very much for coming along and
working with the guys. I spoke to several at the end and
they were very positive about the time with you. I will
contact Kieran Crowley about your input and you may
be aware he is bringing his World Cup squad to Toronto
in a few weeks. That could be a real opportunity for you
to showcase your stuff with the national side..”
Rob Doyle – Head Coach, Ontario Blues, Canada
“The Aurora Barbarians Rugby Club has been impressed
with your accomplishments for this past season in your
capacity as Technical Director of Rugby...”
Steve Hall – VP, Aurora Barbarians
Toronto, Canada
6. “Thinus is highly knowledgeable about the game of rugby
and the technical aspects required of players and
coaches in order to be successful. He understands what
is required in both instructional and feedback
situations and works well with colleagues and players
in order to accommodate their needs...”
Tyler Leggat - Director of Rugby, Upright Rugby Canada
“I have known Thinus for a few years now and at all
times he has shown himself to be very hard working,
innovative in his approach to sport and business and
has been an asset to my Company in all my many
dealings with him.”
Richard de Jager - South African Rugby Union (SARU)
7. "Thinus joined the Aurora Barbs as a Coach / Technical
Director at a time when the club needed some fresh
ideas to bring to the field. His strategy included
analysis and review of current players and style of play
and resulted in some positive outcomes for the club."
Nick Taylor - Rugby Canada Marketing and Communications Director
“I have known Thinus for a few years now, and at all
times he has shown himself to be very hard working,
innovative in his approach to sport and business, and
has been an asset to Developing the Game of Rugby in
South Africa. I fully recommend working with him on
and off the field.”
Richard Lewis - EP Rugby Kings & SARU Rugby Game Development Officer