Club Support - Learning & Development Opportunities
England Hockey offer a comprehensive club support programme based on our What Makes a Great Club Strategy. This introduces clubs to the seven strands we believe are at the heart of every great club.
England Hockey have a programme of national webinars and local club forums that all clubs can attend to discuss national initiatives, programmes and local themed topics strengthened by online content, resources and support.
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CEO Update Webinar
- Monday 7 September, 19:30-20:30 - Further details will be added shortly.
Membership Drop-ins
The annual England Hockey Membership process will open in early August and clubs need to complete this by the end of September.
We’re hosting a couple of online drop-ins for clubs to explain the Membership Process for any new committee members and answer any queries clubs may have when completing the process.
- Wednesday 19 August, 19:00–20:00 - Register here
- Thursday 10 September, 12:00-13:00 - Register here
Safer Recruitment (incl. DBS) Webinar
An introductory session on DBS checking in hockey, covering eligibility guidance, the update service, legal requirements, and how checks are carried out.
- Tuesday 22 September, 19:00-20:00 - Register here
Governance Webinar
An introductory session on the legal forms available to hockey clubs, covering the options, their pros and cons, and where to find further support.
- Monday 5 October, 19:00-20:00 - Register Here
Safeguarding Webinar
An introductory session on minimum safeguarding standards, creating safer environments for young people, and the resources and support available to clubs.
- Tuesday 6 October, 19:00-20:00 - Register here
Safety in Hockey Webinar
A session on club responsibilities for creating and maintaining a safe environment, using England Hockey's health and safety guidance and resources.
- Wednesday 14 October, 12:00-13:00 - Register here
Safer Recruitment (incl. DBS) Webinar
An introductory session on DBS checking in hockey, covering eligibility guidance, the update service, legal requirements, and how checks are carried out.
- Tuesday 10 November, 19:00-20:00 – Register here
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Pitch Together Fund Webinar
An introductory session on what the EH Pitch Together loan scheme is, how clubs can access the fund and the support and resources available to clubs.
- Thursday 17 September, 19:30-20:30 – Register here
Pitch Together Fund Drop-in
This session will provide clubs and organisations with an opportunity to ask any questions on the Pitch Together Fund.
- Thursday 8 October, 12:00-13:00 – Register here
- Thursday 5 November, 12:30-13:30 – Register here
Taking on an Asset Webinar
An introductory session on taking on an asset, covering what's required, the step-by-step process, and where to find further support.
- Thursday 15 October, 19:00-20:00 - Register here
Partnering with Notts Sport: Creating Better Hockey Facilities Together Webinar
This session will showcase how the England Hockey and Notts Sport partnership supports clubs, schools and local authorities in developing, maintaining and maximising high-quality hockey facilities.
- Thursday 15 October, 12:30-13:30 - Register here
Crowdfunder Webinar
- Wednesday 18 November, 12:00-13:00 – Further details to be added shortly.
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Coaching Forum
This session will raise awareness to clubs and their coaches about the importance of delivering safe hockey and the role of responsible practitioners in a coaching environment.
- Tuesday 20 October, 19:00-20:00 – Register here
New Officiating Pathway Webinar
To introduce clubs to the new Umpire and Umpire Developer Pathways, ensuring a clear understanding of the progression routes, opportunities and benefits available to officials and clubs.
- Monday 16 November, 19:00-20:00 – Register here
- Tuesday 1 December, 19:00-20:00 – Register here
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Flyerz Festival Webinar
This session will introduce clubs to Flyerz, what is, how to deliver it and the support and resources available to clubs.
- Monday 2 November, 19:00-20:00 – Register here
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Coaching Drop-in
Opportunity for anyone to ask more specific questions around opportunities to develop and stretch their coaches.
- Thursday 5 November, 19:00-20:00 – Register here
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All our Club Development Managers will be running a series of local club forums on leadership. These club forums will support clubs and volunteers with the practical challenges of running their club. The first theme will focus on committees and meetings.:-
Committees & Meetings
Thurs 10 Sept Beds*, Bucks*, Berks*, Oxon, Northants*, Hampshire, Herts* 19:00-20:00 Register here Monday 14 Sept Dorset, Somerset & Wiltshire 19:00-20:00 Register here Monday 21 Sept Cornwall, Devon & Channel Islands 19:00-20:00 Register here Monday 28 Sept Herefordshire, Gloucestershire & Avon 19:00-20:00 Register here Friday 2 Oct# West, South Central 12:00-13:00 Register here *Clubs who play in the South Central Region
#For any clubs in the region if you were unable to make your specific one
Youth Voice
Monday 12 Oct West, South Central Face to Face Details to follow via Barbara Reynolds Monday 2 Nov West, South Central Face to Face Details to follow via Barbara Reynolds Any queries for West and South Central Areas please contact Barbara.Reynolds@englandhockey.co.uk
Committees & Meetings
Monday 21 Sept North 19:00-20:00 Register here Monday 23 Nov North 19:00-20:00 Register here State School Investment
Monday 14 Sept North 19:00-20:00 Register here Monday 12 Oct North 19:00-20:00 Register here Balance between senior & junior needs in club life
Monday 9 Nov North 19:00-20:00 Register here Monday 7 Dec North 19:00-20:00 Register here Any queries for the North Area please contact Andrew.Dale@englandhockey.co.uk
Committees & Meetings
Monday 5 Oct East & Midlands 19:00-20:00 Register here Thurs 8 Oct East & Midlands 19:00-20:00 Register here Monday 12 Oct East & Midlands 19:00-20:00 Register here Thurs 15 Oct East & Midlands 19:00-20:00 Register here Any queries for the East/Midlands Areas please contact Charlie.Farrow@englandhockey.co.uk
Committees & Meetings
Monday 19 Oct London 19:00-20:00 Register here Tuesday 20 Oct South East 19:00-20:00 Register here Wed 21 Oct London/South East* 12:30-13:30 Register here *For any clubs in the region if you were unable to make your specific one
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
Questions?
If you have any further questions about support for your club, please get in touch with the Clubs Team.
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