Club Support

A comprehensive club support programme giving clubs the opportunity to attend national forums and local club networks to discuss national initiatives, programmes and local themed topics strengthened by online content, resources and support from England Hockey and partners. 

National Forums 

England Hockey runs a series of on-line national forums which all clubs can attend.  Please sign up via the links shown.

Junior Hockey Framework Forums

Our second wave of Junior Hockey Framework Forums will run in February and March. Details are below with the links to sign up

Introduction to Junior Hockey Framework Forum - Mon 9 Feb – 7.00pm-8.00pm - Register here

Introduction to Junior Hockey Framework Forum - Thurs 12 Feb – 12.00pm-1.00pm - Register here

Hockey Intelligence/IQ Forum - Thurs 19 Feb – 7.00pm-8.00pm - Register here

Hockey Intelligence/IQ Forum - Wed 11 Mar – 12.00pm-1.00pm – Register here

Game & Competitions Format Forum – Tues 24 Feb – 7.00pm-8.00pm – Register here

Game & Competitions Format Forum – Thurs 26 Mar – 7.00pm-8.00pm –  Register here

Pitch Together Forums

As part of the Pitch Together Capacity Building Support Programme we are delighted to offer 2 forums to support you and your club in January.  These are aimed at those who have already attended a Pitch Together Forum but they are open to all. Please register via the links shown.

Financial Application Forum - Wed 21 Jan - 7.00pm-8.00pm - Register here

Crowdfunding Forum - Wed 28 Jan - 7.00pm -8.00pm – sign up link to follow shortly

The next introductory forum for clubs will run on the 4 March to introduce the full scope of the scheme, outline the application criteria and explain the support on offer. 

Pitch Together Forum - Wed 4 Mar -7.00pm-8.30pm - Register here

Local Club Networks 2026

Find out more about the Junior Framework and how to implement it within your club.  The January, February and March Local Club Networks by area are shown below with sign up links. 

Any queries for West and South Central Areas please contact Barbara.Reynolds@englandhockey.co.uk 

Any queries for the North Area please contact Andrew.Dale@englandhockey.co.uk 

Any queries for the East/Midlands Areas please contact Charlie.Farrow@englandhockey.co.uk 

Any queries for the London/South East Areas please contact Gaynor.Toms@englandhockey.co.uk

Buddle

Buddle provides free learning and support resources for clubs.  Here is the link to their learning opportunities and workshops https://buddle.co/learning-opportunities

Do you have a specific query or project that needs specialist input? Contact the right person, first time by using the contacts provided.  

If you’re not sure who is best to contact, either get in touch with your Club Development Manager or the Clubs Team at England Hockey: clubs@englandhockey.co.uk or call 01628 897500. 

Several clubs will have the opportunity to work more closely with their Club Development Manager to shape the future development of their club. 

Following a process of assessment and analysis, clubs will be identified which have a strong focus around future potential and commitment in either:  

• Junior Growth
• Increasing Diversity & Inclusion 

Please contact your Club Development Manager for more information. 

We recognise that every club is different and often you need something a little more bespoke to fit your needs, which is why we offer more tailored support through our England Hockey Coaching* and Talent* offerings. 

In addition, Buddle from Sport England are also able to tailor their workshops to offer a bespoke session which fits more specifically with the needs of your club.  

* Please note, there will be a fee chargeable for these services.