Hockey ACT Schools Program
Our School program runs in local schools throughout Canberra and the surrounds and is curriculum aligned. Our program is aimed at teaching the basics of Hockey through building coordination, team work and self-esteem in players, all sessions can be modified to cater for all abilities and safety considerations. Contact participation@hockeyact.org.au to find out how we can run a program that would work for your school.
Hockey ACT School's Roadshow - Term 1
Hockey ACT are delivering Hockey clinics to Schools in the ACT and surrounding region in the School's Roadshow. During term 1, Schools will have the opportunity to have a free session run by Hockey ACT coaches. Students will be introduced to the sport through drills and skill-based games delivered in a fun, inclusive and safe environment. Teachers can also see the school sessions in action before booking a Sporting School's Program. All equipment is provided and sessions can be modified to suit all ages and skill levels.
Weeks 2 - 4, Term 1: Monday 5th February - Friday 23rd February, 2024
- Complimentary sessions delivered to primary schools
- 30-60 minute sessions
- Experienced Hockey ACT coaches
- All hockey equipment provided
The aim of the sessions is to provide a fun introduction to hockey as well as teach the basic skills of hockey such as ball control, dribbling and passing. The participants will have the opportunity to further develop their skills through the Hookin2Hockey pathway at a local club in the schools following the sessions.
Please contact participation@hockeyact.org.au for more information
Primary Schools Gala Day
Term 2 - Week 3
The Hockey ACT Primary School Gala Day is a great opportunity for students to develop their skills and enjoy a fun day with other school teams. Schools can enter teams from years 3/4 and/or 5/6. We welcome students of all ages, abilities and skill levels and are proud to be able to provide modified game inclusive for all students.
Day: Wednesday 15th May 2024
Time: 9am – 3pm
Location: National Hockey Centre, Lyneham
Cost: Free
Equipment: Balls and Sticks provided by Hockey ACT - Students welcome to bring their own sticks if they have them.
*we recommend all participants bring a mouthguard and shin pads
For more information, please contact Lisa at participation@hockeyact.org.au or 6189 0570
Sporting Schools Hockey Clinics
Hockey ACT are excited to be a part of the Australian Sports Commission’s Sporting Schools program.
This program offers direct funding to schools, allowing them to link up with local sporting organisations and quality coaches to deliver sporting programs before, during and after school hours.
Sporting Schools is Australia’s largest school based participation program. The program is a government initiative developed to increase children’s participation in sport and create links to community sporting organisations. Sporting schools programs are provided free to children and their families and help in the pathway to an active lifestyle.
Hockey ACT is happy to be able to offer students fun and engaging hockey experience via the Sporting Schools program. These sessions teach participants the basic concepts of Hockey, develop key motor skills and are aligned with the Australian National Curriculum, all within a fun and safe environment. To apply register your school with sporting schools today
School & Club Allocations
Hockey ACT have made it easy for primary school students to transition into hockey and find a team within a Hockey ACT affiliated Club. Each school within the ACT region has been linked (as a guide) to particular clubs to ease transition into our local competition and provide a useful and easy way for primary school aged children to locate a club near their home and school.