Chills & Skills Program

Hockey ACT is running 7 weeks of Chills & Skills sessions commencing Tuesday 27th October 2026.

The sessions are the perfect opportunity for new players to try Hockey and to allow junior players to develop their skills over the summer. Open to all children 10 years and under, the sessions will run on Tuesday afternoons between 4:30pm – 5:30pm at the National Hockey Centre in Lyneham, and on Thursday afternoons between 4:30pm – 5:30pm at the Tuggeranong Hockey Park. 

Participants will get the opportunity to practice their skills on the outdoor fields, improving coordination, spacial awareness and overall game sense. Sessions are led by Hockey ACT coaches and will be modified to suit the skill level of players.

Details:

Tuesday: 27/10, 03/11, 10/11, 17/11, 24/11, 01/12, 08/12

Location: Carter Field, National Hockey Centre Lyneham

Time: 4:30pm-5:30pm

Open to children 10 years and under

All participants will receive a free entry to all Canberra Chill home games

Thursday: 29/10, 05/11, 12/11, 19/11, 26/11, 03/12, 10/12

Location: Kjar Field, Tuggeranong Hockey Park

Time: 4:30pm-5:30pm

Open to children 10 years and under

All participants will receive a free entry to all Canberra Chill home games

2 - Step Registration Process

If you have played Hookin2Hockey in 2026, you will be directed to log in when you register for Chills & Skills.

New players will need to pay the  HACT Hookin2Hockey Term 1 & 4 2026 insurance levy.
Please click sign up, and choose the Term 1&4 2026 HACT Hookin2Hockey Player Membership.

Prices:

$15 per session
$105 for 7 weeks
$135 for 14 weeks

Dates:
Tuesday 27th October - Lyneham
Thursday 29th October - Tuggeranong
Tuesday 3rd November - Lyneham
Thursday 5th November - Tuggeranong
Tuesday 10th November - Lyneham
Thursday 12th November - Tuggeranong
Tuesday 17th November - Lyneham
Thursday 19th November - Tuggeranong
Tuesday 24th November - Lyneham
Thursday 26th November - Tuggeranong
Tuesday 1st December - Lyneham
Thursday 3rd December - Tuggeranong
Tuesday 8th December - Lyneham
Thursday 10th December - Tuggeranong

Learn more about the Hookin2Hockey Program!

Mouthguards and shin pads are recommended, participants may bring their own hockey stick, otherwise a stick will be provided by Hockey ACT. Please contact participation@hockeyact.org.au to discuss options.
 

Hockey Australia's official junior program allows kids to make friends and have fun in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment!

• An introductory program that caters for all abilities

• Learn essential physical literacy skills whilst playing games

• Optional Participant pack upon registration

If you need a helping hand, you can contact us directly at hookin2hockey@hockey.org.au & please remember to include your postcode and/or the club running the program you enquiring about.