1. Set up two opposing scrums—either a full scrum or 5 on 5, depending on the number of available players.

2. Players should first practice a simple scrum: On the coach’s call, the scrums should engage and drive for 20 seconds.

3. Once the coach is satisfied that players are staying low and driving as a unit, one side can practice a controlled drive: As a unit, this side should drive forward one step, pause; drive forward another step, pause; and so on.

4. After both sides have practiced the controlled drive, wheeling can be introduced: One side should attempt to wheel the scrum 45 degrees to the right. Once this has been done successfully, players should attempt to wheel the scrum 45 degrees to the left.

5. Players can also practice locking out during this drill. One side should allow themselves to be driven back for 5 seconds. Then, on the whistle, players on the “losing” side should lock out as a unit, keeping their legs straight behind them, backs flat, and hips low.

6. The intent of this drill is to ensure that players are scrumming as a unit. Make sure that all players remain bound throughout the duration of the scrums. Players should keep their hips low and retain proper footing throughout the drill.