Welcome to the Irish Rugby Institute

The Irish Rugby institute (iri) is a professional rugby coaching company based in dublin, ireland. our mission is to develop young national and international players in the game of rugby.

Offering a rare combination of practical experience alongside theoretical knowledge, we have an authentic and persistent passion for the game.

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“The enjoyment and learning of players is the reason we continue to do this. Rugby is nothing without enjoyment, and that’s what we aim to instil in everything we do.”
— Peter Synnott, Director of Rugby
“The IRI was founded with one simple mantra; Rugby should be fun. This flows through everything we do at the IRI, and we are committed to providing a unique combination of professional coaching and total enjoyment”
— Rossa Keane, Founder

  • Rossa Keane, Founder

    Rossa founded the Irish Rugby Institute in 1999. Having gone to school in the rugby hotbed of Blackrock College, Rossa played his club rugby for Suttonians RFC in the AIL, where he enjoyed a long and successful career before retiring in 2018.

    His passion for sport translated into academic success, gaining a degree in Sports Science, and subsequently he founded TonedFit where he continues to be Director. Rossa is the owner of multiple gyms across Dublin, and continues to refine his Personal Training skills daily.

    Rossa's vast rugby experience combined with his Strength and Conditioning expertise are omnipresent in everything the Irish Rugby Institute is about. His influence has guided the IRI through the years and he remains as passionate about giving young players the tools to succeed as ever.

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