Which Hawks Team are you in?
Hockey is a team sport and where the practice takes shape. We work in hockey “age groups” which are consistent with the sports governing principles. Work down the accordion below for info on which group is right for you, and what you can expect from being a Hawk team player.
Teams for all at Hawks Hockey Club
Whichever age group or team you are in at Hawks HC you are guaranteed 4 things:
Quality Coaching – A professional coach leads each age group and knows how to get the best out of all players. Supported by the Director of Hockey and Director of Coaching, practice is designed to suit all individual’s needs as a young players.
Class Competition – Lots of game play keeps young people engaged, we all have a competitive edge. Hawks HC teams play regular external & internal matches to put their skills to the test.
Caring Community – Community is a massive part of Hawks HC. Internally our community spirit is strong, looking out for other ‘Hawks’ everywhere. We also like to be part of the wider hockey community in the area to bring our spirit to others.
Excellent Experiences – Hockey experiences occur over and above the clubs normal activity. Camps, Tours, Socials, Learning are all experiences available to Hawks HC players, in a range of age groups.
Check out some specific info about our age group teams below:
Under 8's - Children in School Years 1, 2 & 3
Hockey is a fun sport, with lots of moving around and cognitive development. Our Under 8 hockey players get to sample the game for the first time in the form of skills training and fun games.
Training is once a week and they have various mini-tournaments throughout the hockey season.
Fees for a whole season are £135 (monthly instalment option available)- These include all training sessions (28 in total for 2024/25) and all tournaments.
Under 10 - Boys & Girls in School Years 4 & 5
Under 10 players practice and play in their gender groups to serve the needs of each effectively. Under 10 hockey is where a good introduction to the game develops, building skills and putting them to practice in fun, competitive 7-a-side hockey.
Hockey playing options for Under 10’s include just once a week on Sunday, or add up to two midweek training sessions for the most keen. We believe once a week training for this age group is fine, to help develop enjoyment. But for those who are already showing a passion (and have the time to do so), we recommend twice a week as a minimum, with the option for a third session.
Sometimes practice is replaced with matches on Sunday. Hawks HC enter competitions in Surrey, Sussex & Kent, to give a blend of challenging and fun game play experiences to players. At this age, players can expect to have games at least twice a month during the season.
Fees for the 2024/25 season are £230 (monthly instalment option available) – This is an all inclusive membership, covering all training sessions and matches (a minimum of 56 hours in total across the season) . Once a week hockey for Under 10’s carry’s slightly lower fees at £125 for the season and still gives access to a minimum 28 hours of hockey.
Under 12's - Boys & Girls in School Years 6 & 7
Still in gender groups, Under 12 hockey is about taking the game a step further and looking to take advantage of potential. Practice focuses on more advanced skills, including strategies for playing the game. The result is the advancement of talent in individual players and success as a team.
Training is twice per week, with the option for a third and at this stage, it is likely to see players grouped by ability to help all develop at a pace suitable to them.
Hawks HC enter competitions in Surrey, Sussex & Kent to give a range of challenging and fun game play experiences. Players at this age can expect to have games three times a month during the season.
Older players (Year 7) will get some exposure to 11-a-side hockey during the the season to prepare them for the move to Under 14’s.
Fees for the 2024/25 season are £230 (monthly instalment option available) – This is an all inclusive membership, covering all training sessions and matches (a minimum of 56 hours in total across the season)
Under 14's - Boys & Girls in School Years 8 & 9
Under 14 hockey moves to full pitch, 11-a-side hockey and the first year is about adjusting to this style of play, while the second year is about competing at the highest potential. Practice focuses on more advanced skills, including strategies for playing the larger game. The result is the advancement of talent in individual players and success as a team.
Training expands to a longer session during the week and is focused on teams of different ability levels so you will see training groups which focus on ability while balancing friendships. Two 90 minute sessions are available to players during the week and they can choose to attend both or either, a minimum once is recommended.
Hawks HC enter the South East Area wide competitions in a range of tiers to suit the ability of the team. Generally Sunday’s are for match play and when games can’t be found or are cancelled, training will be provided instead.
At this age group players will potentially be nominated to county hockey and other player pathway related experiences.
Fees for the 2024/25 season are £275 (monthly instalment option available) – This is an all inclusive membership, covering all training sessions plus matches & tournaments (At least 84 hours of hockey included).
Under 16's - Boys & Girls in School Years 10 & 11
Under 16 hockey is for the keen hockey players who have developed through a junior system. Practice focuses on developing players potential and looking to evolve the talent of individuals and the teams.
Training expands to a longer session during the week and is focused on teams of different ability levels so you will see training groups which focus on ability while balancing friendships. Two 90 minute sessions are available to players during the week and they can choose to attend both or either, a minimum once is recommended.
Hawks HC enter the South East Area wide competitions in a range of tiers to suit the ability of the team. Generally Sunday’s are for match play and when games can’t be found or are cancelled, training will be provided instead.
At this age group players will potentially be nominated to Talent Academy environments if they are a performance player, plus there are opportunities for the older teenagers to play Saturday hockey in adult leagues.
Fees for the 2024/25 season are £275 (monthly instalment option available) – This is an all inclusive junior membership, covering all training sessions plus matches & tournaments (At least 84 hours of hockey included). It may be required to pay match fees IF the player enters adult leagues.
Under 18's - Boys & Girls in School Years 12 & 13
Under 18 hockey is fast paced, fun and social. Having been through GCSE’s our 6th form age group players can benefit from sport both in a high-performance enviroment to help their aspirations to play at a high-level in young adulthood, and for a welcome social team sport to continue strong relationships with peers.
Training during the week and match play on Satursday and/or Sunday in the South East Area league adult and junior systems.
At this age group players will potentially be nominated to Talent Academy enviroments if they are a performance player plus there are opportunities for the older teenagers to play Saturday hockey in adult leagues.
Fees for the 2024/25 season are £275 (monthly instalment option available) – This is an all inclusive junior membership, covering all training sessions plus matches & tournaments (At least 84 hours of hockey included). It may be required to pay match fees IF the club enters adult leagues.
Adult Teams - Men & Women
Hawks HC puts young players first and we recognise that our older teenagers are “young adults” and want more competitive opportunity. We provide this through a range of opportunities to play adult hockey, either with a young team in adult leagues or helping players find local clubs who offer a suitable opportunity for them.
When we run a young team in an adult league, some lucky adults (who we feel compliment any team we might have), will get to play with the group, if they can offer a positive experience to the team.
We are looking for adults (over 18’s) who have hockey skills, experience and most importantly, want to be part of empowering young players to lift their ability & passion for the game.
Please get in touch if this is you.
As a team sport hockey is great for building relationships with others. In particular in club hockey, players get to make friends with others they might not normally.
Contact Us to enquire about a team for you and start a journey with Hawks HC.