Stockport Hockey Club Junior Section
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Hockey training is provided at Werneth High School and Bramhall Leisure Centre for boys and girls from age 7 to 15 years of age. Players are arranged in small groups, based on age and ability, for effective coaching of skills and techniques. We only use qualified coaches who have been CRB Checked and we have an excellent training program designed to teach a wide range of hockey skills and techniques. Coaching is suitable for all skill levels, from beginners through to more advanced players.
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Junior Hockey Camp
All equipment provided but please bring warm clothing, shin-pads,
trainers, waterproofs, refreshments and packed lunch.
Tournaments
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U11; U13 and U15 boys and girls teams are entered in the local Greater
Manchester Junior League which takes place at the Commonwealth pitch at
Belle Vue, Manchester on a number of Sundays from October to March.
Teams are also entered into one-off tournaments which are arranged in the
area. The junior coaching sessions are planned to run in two terms. Our first term is from September to December and our second term is January to April. |
2010-11 Junior Tournament Dates for your Diary
| Competition Date Age | Group | Venue |
| 3rd October 2010 | Under 13 Year 7 and 8 | Belle Vue |
| 17th October 2010 | Under 11 Year 6 and below | Belle Vue |
| 7th November 2010 | Under 15 Year 9 and 10 | Belle Vue |
| 21st November, 2010 | Under 15 Year 9 and 10 | Belle Vue |
| 28th November, 2010 | Under 11 Year 6 and below | Belle Vue |
| 5th December, 2010 | Under 13 Year 7 and 8 | Belle Vue |
| 23rd January, 2011 | Under 15 Year 9 and 10 | Belle Vue |
| 6th February, 2011 | Under 13 Year 7 and 8 | Belle Vue |
| 20th February, 2011 | Under 13 Year 7 and 8 | Belle Vue |
| 27th February, 2011 | Under 11 Year 6 and below | Belle Vue |
| 6th March, 2011 | Under 15 Year 9 and 10 | Belle Vue |
| 13th March, 2011 | Under 11 Year 6 and below | Belle Vue |
| 20th March, 2011 | Under 13 Year 7 and 8 | Belle Vue |
| 27th March, 2011 | Under 11 Year 6 and below | Belle Vue |
| 3rd April , 2011 | Under 13 Year 7 and 8 | Belle Vue |
| 10th April, 2011 | Under 15 Year 9 and 10 | Belle Vue |
| 17th April, 2011 | Under 11 Year 6 and below | Belle Vue |
Junior League Days at Belle Vue Recreation Centre, Pink Bank
Lane, Manchester (Next door to Belle Vue Dogs). The
Tournaments run from 12:30pm ‘til 4:30pm and teams are to register
at 12:30pm on the competition day with first matches to commence
12:45pm.
Fees
| The cost for each term block (approx twelve 1 hour sessions) is £30 and is
payable in September and January. A discount of £10 is available for Leisure
Key holders per term. Cheques need to be made payable to Stockport Hockey
Club and the child(ren) name(s) clearly written on the back of the cheque. All players have to complete a Club membership form and these will be made available on line in due course but in the meantime hard copies are available when you turn up to your first session. |
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Safety
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Playing equipment such as sticks and balls are provided at each session. Your child will need to provide his/her own playing kit and trainers, including warm clothing (e.g. tracksuit, sweatshirt, jogging pants etc). We strongly recommend players wear shin pads/gum shield, bring a drink with them and do not wear jewellery when training or playing. br /> |
Stockport Hockey Club take their responsibility to safeguard children and young people seriously and it is important that everyone knows how to report a concern.
Our Club Welfare Officer is Julie Gavin who arrives towards the end of each junior coaching session if you wish to speak with her or you can contact Julie via email julie.gavin@hotmail.com . Unfortunately we do not advertise personal telephone numbers on the website but if you do require Julie’s phone number please ask any of the coaches all of which have Julie’s details.
Other useful contact details for your information:-
NSPCC Helpline 0808 800 5000
www.donthideit.com – advice aimed at young people on how to find out more about abuse and what you can do about it
Childline: 0800 1111 – free helpline for children and young people
anti-bullying: www.bullying.co.uk – advice and guidance
www.thereforme.com – advice aimed at teenagers (12-16yrs) on a range of issues such as abuse, bullying, exams, drugs and self harm
Click here for directions to Werneth High School.
Click here to download the hand book
We look forward to you joining us!