Hookin2Hockey is a program designed to introduce primary school children to the sport of hockey, teaching the basics and providing an opportunity for them to learn and practice the skills. The 2025 program commences 22 February 2025 and it will be held on Saturday mornings from 10:00am to 11:00am and payment is required as part of the registration process. Parents who are unsure if the program is suitable for their child can fill out an expression of interest form for more information.
2025 Expression of Interest
If you are unsure if the Hookin2Hockey program is suitable for your child, you are encouraged to submit the expression of interest form for the next program. The program offers a ‘come and try’ option, where you can attend a session before deciding whether to register. Additionally, the program can lend you a hockey stick and shin guards so that your child can try the sport without any additional cost.
Greensborough Hockey Club
War Memorial Park, Plenty 3090
Starting Saturday 22 February 2025 at 10:00 am.
Hookin2Hockey
Hookin2Hockey is a program designed for young boys and girls 10 years and under, to introduce them to the sport of hockey. The program focuses on teaching the basic skills of hockey, developing fundamental motor skills, and providing a fun and safe environment for children to learn and play. Hookin2Hockey is an official program of Hockey Australia, and it encourages children to make friends and begin their lifelong love for the sport.
Hookin2Hockey runs all year for children 4 to 5 years and others new to hockey or where they cannot attend every week. Older children joining the Hookin2Hockey program will have the opportunity to progress to the Stick2Hockey program as soon as they have learnt the basic skills.
Principles we follow!
Children’s sport should be fun and enjoyable. Children need a wide range of opportunities for unstructured play, a variety of activities, and the ability to express their creativity. Early sports specialization is not recommended for young children as it can limit their physical and mental development. The social aspects of sport are highly valued by children and the focus should be on skill development and individual improvement, rather than winning. It is important that all children receive time and attention, not just the most talented. Encouraging participation, effort, and teamwork is key for children to develop positive experiences in sports.
Why Hookin2Hockey
Hookin2Hockey gives children a fun environment in which to learn the game of hockey and the skills in a modified game-based environment.
To get started there are two rules of the game we will encourage but not enforce:
- No Feet: Technically the ball is not permitted to touch a player’s feet. However, in situations where the
ball hits a player’s feet but no advantage is gained then play-on can be called - Flat side of the stick: Only the flat side of the stick can be used in hockey
Inclusive Coaching
Our coaches will adapt and modify their coaching methods to create an environment that caters to the individual needs of the children, allowing everyone to participate and experience success. By using the basic skills of good coaching, and applying an inclusive philosophy, all participants will be able to take part in the activity regardless of their abilities. This approach will ensure that everyone is included, and that everyone has the opportunity to learn and grow.
Benefits of Hookin2Hockey
- An active and healthy lifestyle starts from an early age
- Hookin2Hockey is the first experience most children will have with hockey
- New friends
- Hockey is an inclusive and family orientated sport that is a lot of fun to play
- All sessions are local
Come and Try - 1 hour (free)
The Hookin2Hockey program is the first experience most children will have with hockey and it is designed to be an action-packed, fun-filled one-hour session that shows participants how exciting hockey can be through a variety of simple yet engaging games. The games are not limited by age, so children and adults alike can find enjoyment and challenge as they develop their ability to play the game, work as a team and make new friends through hockey. The use of games is crucial to the session, as it allows new participants to see all that hockey can offer and learn skills in a fun and enjoyable way through playing, rather than just through static drills.
Stick2Hockey - for children attending every week
- 8 week program at Plenty Park
- 1 X 1hour session per week
- Learn the basic skills of the game
- Develop fundamental motor skills
- The aim of the program is to prepare the children so they can join the NDHL under 10 program. The first session is to teach players the basic skills they require to play small sided games of hockey
- The aim of Session 2 is to further develop the skills learned in session 1 relating to moving
- The aim of Session 3 is to further develop the skills learned in session 1. Passing (pushing & receiving in session 1) will be practiced while moving in this session.
- The aim of Session 4 - 8 with many of the skills having been learned, sessions will become more focused on playing games which will help develop the skills further.
Game On - a progression from skills in action (Term 1 only)
- 8 week introductory program run in term 1 for primary school children
- 1 X 1hour session per week
- The further development of the fundamental skills
- Game based learning that comes through modified matches
Club Hockey - girls and boys under 10 and upwards
- 14 weeks of competition against other clubs from May to August
- Season played on a home and away with travel times between 30 minutes and one hour
- Weekly training from March until August
- Full set of hockey rules are enforced
