Est. 2025 · Jersey, CI

Rugby coaching with no limits.

Learn.Do.Enjoy.

Every child deserves the chance to discover what they're capable of.

nudge. exists to make that possible.

More than skills

nudge. isn't just
about skills.

It's about
  • confidence.
  • aspiration.
  • positive role models.

Showing kids what's possible — when belief meets opportunity.

Our aim
Remove cost as a barrier to entry in sport.
The standard
Top-quality coaching, led by ex-professionals.
The audience
The next generation of rugby players.
The three pillars

How we coach,
in three words.

  • 01

    learn.

    Every skill starts with curiosity. Ask questions. Try new things. Get better every day.

  • 02

    do.

    Don't just watch. Get stuck in. Practice. Mess up. Go again. That's how confidence is built.

  • 03

    enjoy.

    If it's fun, you'll stick with it. Smiles, laughs, and high-fives matter just as much as results.

Sessions

Different elements
of training.

01

SkillsClub.

A weekly 45-minute skills session. Small groups. Loaded with reps.
Built around technical fixes most players don't have the time or expertise to work on.

  • When Mondays · 45 minutes
  • Where Victoria College, Jersey
  • Age groups U11 · U13 · U15
  • Bring Boots, gum shield, water
What we cover

Four disciplines, every Monday.

  • 01 Handling
  • 02 Tackling & breakdown
  • 03 Individual skills
  • 04 Kicking
Sign up for SkillsClub
02

1:1 or group sessions.

Bespoke sessions focusing on whatever a player wants to sharpen — tackle technique, kicking under pressure, decision-making at 10. Run as one-offs or as a block.

  • Format One player or small group
  • Focus Players can choose the areas of their game they want to develop, with each session built around their needs
  • Booking Single sessions or blocks
  • Where Jersey · venue arranged on enquiry
Enquire by email
03

Open training sessions.

A free, drop-in training session run once a month at a different parish. Open to anyone who wants to play, learn or just have a go. Removing cost as a barrier — in the field, not just on paper.

  • Cost Free — just turn up
  • When Once a month
  • Where Rotating parishes — announced on Instagram
  • Who for Anyone curious about rugby
Next session on Instagram
The fund

Built through our events and partnerships with local organisations — we aim to help parents and players with travel, boots, kit — anything that makes the path easier.

Need a hand? Email info@nudge.je.

The team

Four co-founders.
One mission.

"We want every player who shows up to leave with one thing they can do better than they could ninety minutes earlier. That's the whole job."

Co-founder · Lead Coach

Tim Grey

A former professional rugby player whose career spanned the Welsh Premiership, regional rugby and the English Championship. A dynamic back-row forward, Tim represented RGC 1404, progressed through the setup at Cardiff Blues, and went on to become a key figure for Jersey Reds during one of the club's most successful periods.

Having experienced the demands of elite sport first-hand, Tim brings a wealth of knowledge in leadership, resilience and performance development. Through nudge., he is passionate about helping individuals and teams unlock their potential, combining professional rugby experience with a people-first approach that focuses on confidence, growth and long-term success.

Co-founder · Lead Coach

Dan Hawkes

A former professional fly-half with over 10 years of experience playing for Jersey RFC, Plymouth Albion, Pertemps Bees and Mounts Bay RFC, Daniel specialises in kicking, game management and player development.

Through nudge., he combines professional experience with a passion for helping players build confidence, develop skills and enjoy the game. His coaching philosophy is centred on providing the right support, challenge and encouragement to help every player take the next step in their rugby journey.

Co-founder · Sports Rehabilitation Therapist

Chloe Montgomery

Sports Rehabilitation Therapist with over 10 years in elite sport. Started her career with the Jersey Reds before moving to Harlequins, where she was part of the Premiership-winning medical team. Now works with the Welsh Rugby Union, bringing the same expertise in injury rehabilitation, performance and recovery to every nudge. player she works with.

Co-founder

Alex Budd

Co-founder of nudge.. Off the pitch but on the build — full bio and remit publishing here shortly.

Both nudge. coaches are DBS-checked and hold current World Rugby coaching qualifications.