Coaching
Every Hockey team, from junior clubs to senior and representative teams, rely on dedicated coaches. They serve as role models and play a crucial role in shaping players' development, both on and off the field.
Hockey NSW in collaboration with Hockey Australia, is comitted to fostering the growth of knowledgeable and high-caliber coaches across our state. A primary objective is to ensure that properly qualified coaches lead teams at all levels, particularly emphasising our junior divisions.
Coaching can provide great fulfilment and challenge while also taking you around the world as part of this global game.
Want to become a coach?
The Hockey Australia accreditation courses provide a common standard of foundation knowledge for all coaches to build on through practical experience.
Click here to enrol in a coaching course
Hockey NSW run coaching courses
Hockey NSW run several coaching courses throughout the year which fulfil the required practical assessment element of the accreditation process. See the table below for upcoming coaching courses in your area!
Please note you must complete the online theory before you are able to register for the practical course.
Foundation Lead Coaching Course (Formerly Level One):
| Location | Date | Time |
| Orange | Sunday 28th April, 2024 | 10.00am-2.00pm |
| Grafton | October, 2024 | TBC |
| Armidale | October, 2024 | TBC |
Below is an overview of the new Hockey Australia Coaching and Officiating Framework.
To complete a coaching accreditation expression of interest, click the button below:
Register with HockeyEd
You can register to complete a program via HockeyEd at any time. However, there may be the need to undertake a practical assessment component which will need to be organised at an appropriate time and venue.
Hockey NSW runs several coaching courses throughout the year which fulfill the required practical assessment component. A table of upcoming courses can be found below. If there is not a course available near you, please contact your local RPC who may be able to assist with setting up an assessment.
| COURSE | DATE | LOCATION | FEE* | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
* To be paid through the HockeyEd website
For a list of FAQ's relating to HockeyEd - click here .