Funsticks
Introduction to hockey for years 1 & 2. This programme is spread over multiple HUBs across the Wellington Region allowing kids access to get into the sport.
Little Sticks, Big Fun
Funsticks will see a new focus on individuals foundational movement and motor skill development, helping build a young persons physical literacy preparing them for a life of sport. The programme will be based on the Hockey NZ module, with adjustments made to increase the individual development focus.
This programme is designed for children, aged 5-6 years (years 1 & 2), who are ‘new players’ or relatively new to the game of hockey. As its name implies its key objectives are to provide the participants with:
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An introduction to hockey with an emphasis on being a fun experience
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An opportunity to develop fundamental skills – running, dodging, striking
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An opportunity for the players to learn by self exploring
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A positive and quality coaching environment
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Full involvement for all participants
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Regular changes of activities to maintain enthusiasm and interest
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A safe environment for any activities
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To provide equipment (sticks, balls, cones, bibs, goals) to minimise cost for caregivers
Fun Sticks HUBs
Fun Sticks is an 8-week hockey programme that is run during Term 2. The programme will be offered across five HUBs in the Wellington Region in Term 2. Depending on your location, the sessions will be on either Saturday morning or mid-week. Click on the relevant location below for more information about each HUB.
Fun Sticks may also be run during Term 3 in 2025 for approximately 6-weeks. Come back later during the winter hockey season when more information will be made available.
In 2025, Funstick sessions held at Eldson Park are run on Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM delivered by WHA accredited coaches.
In 2025, Funstick sessions held at Fraser Park are run in partnership with Hutt United Hockey Club on Saturday mornings from 8:00 AM - 8:45AM.
In 2025, Funstick sessions held at Maidstone Park are run in partnership with Upper Hutt Hockey Club. Sessions are on Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM alongside their junior training sessions.
In 2025, Funstick sessions held at the National Hockey Stadium are run on Saturday mornings at 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM by WHA accredited coaches.
In 2025, Funstick sessions held in Karori / Kelburn area are run at Samuel Marsden School Turf delivered by WHA accredited coaches. These session are on Tuesday afternoons after school at 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM.
Cancellation
In the event that a Fun Sticks session is cancelled due to adverse weather, it will be up to the Fun Sticks location Coach/Coordinator if a catch-up session is held.
Registration
Registrations for Funsticks in Term 2 for 2025 will be opening on Monday 10 March, 2025. There will be 8 sessions in Term 2 starting from 3rd May and running until 28th June (no session during Kings Birthday).
If you have any questions surrounding Funsticks, please reach out to Kelly at kelly@wellingtonhockey.org.nz
