Thame Hockey Club

Training Venue: Thame Leisure Centre
Training Times: Saturdays, 9am - 10.30am
Season End Date:  27th April 2013
End of season awards, fun and games for parents too on 27th April.

The main aim of the coaching sessions is to provide a safe and fun environment in which to learn the core skills for playing and enjoying hockey, including co-ordination, agility, stick work and team work. 

The sessions are designed for ages 8-16.  More experienced players aged 13+ may also be invited to train with the adult squads on a Wednesday evening, from 6.00 - 7.00pm (see training page)

This Season we have 3 junior teams entered into the local Oxfordshire League an U14 Boys, U14 Girls & an U16 Girls team. We will also be entering numerous tournaments for our U10's & U12's. 

We have qualified coaches: Jaypee Wentzel and Vicky Wheeldon, who will be supported by CRB-checked volunteers from the Club.

The Club is affiliated to England Hockey and we have adopted their policies on child protection, with Vicky Wheeldon as Welfare Officer. For more information on these policies, please see the England Hockey website at www.englandhockey.co.uk.

Links to some of the key policy documents are provided below:

Thame Hockey Club Anti-bullying Policy

Thame Hockey Club Parent & Legal Guardian Guide

Thame Hockey Club Safeguarding Young People Policy

Thame Hockey Club Young Person's Guide

Thame Hockey Club Parents Handbook

Thame Hockey Club Junior Coaches Handbook

We are following a tried and tested coaching programme, which will cover the foundation skills and build throughout the season towards playing effectively in teams.  We hope to arrange some games against other local clubs this season, provided we have enough enthusiastic players (so bring your friends along!).

Please ensure that you have completed a membership form so that we have the correct contact details for you.  You can download one from the main Hockey Club home page. 

Your child must have a gum guard and shin pads in order to play in the games, for their safety.  We recommend waterproofs and a warm hat and gloves as it gets colder. 

A drink is essential and a snack such as a piece of fruit or a cereal bar may also prove useful.  We can lend them a stick.

If you have any questions or comments about the junior training, you can contact Vicky Wheeldon via the contact details.