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CALGARY JUNIOR FIELD HOCKEY GRASSROOTS OUTDOOR PROGRAMS
FALL 2023

IMPORTANT DATES

Sep 04: Labour Day - No practices
Sep 05: First week of Practices - Bring a Friend Week!
Sep 08: Registration Closes - registrations after this date will incur a late fee
Sep 10: Bring a Friend Day - First Day of CJFH Games (late start 2:00 pm)
Sep 17: CJFH Dino Fan Day (11:00am-2:00pm) + CJFH Games (late start 2:00 pm)
Oct 08: Thanksgiving Weekend - No League Games
Oct 09: Thanksgiving - No Practices
Oct 29: Fall Festival

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IMPORTANT NOTE: All athletes regardless of club affiliation must purchase a FHA/FHC membership for the period of September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024.

FUNSTIX U8 CO-ED OPEN OUTDOOR PROGRAM FALL 2023

For children born January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2016. Athletes born in 2017 with previous experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

Participants are introduced to fundamental movements in order to develop and discover physical literacy, confidence, fun and build a love for field hockey. Includes weekday practice and Sunday Fun Games. Sticks provided (with security deposit) or purchased at time of registration.

Two Locations to choose from:

NORTH (UC Hawkings Turf) Mondays Sept 11-Oct 22 6:00-7:30pm
SOUTH (Calgary Soccer Centre) Tuesdays Sept 5-Oct 23, 6:00-7:15pm, except Sept 5/12 5:00-6:00pm

COST $180

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U10 CO-ED OPEN OUTDOOR PROGRAM FALL 2023

For athletes born January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2014

The U10 Coed program will build off of skills learned in Funstix including: ball control, passing, receiving, shooting, tackling. Athletes will participate in weeknight practice and Sunday U10 Co-Ed Mini League. Sticks provided (with security deposit) or purchased at time of registration.

Two Locations to choose from:

NORTH (UC Hawkings Turf) Mondays Sept 11-Oct 22 6:00-7:30pm
SOUTH (Calgary Soccer Centre) Tuesdays Sept 5-Oct 23, 6:00-7:15pm, except Sept 5/12 5:00-6:00pm

Cost $180

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U12 CO-ED OUTDOOR PROGRAM FALL 2023

For athletes born January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2012

This program continues development of fundamental movement skills including running, jumping, balance and co-coordinative motor control. Athletes at this stage should develop movement proficiency, confidence and begin skill acquisition. Athletes will be introduced to more unique co-coordinative skills specific to field hockey and match play. Games are 30 minutes long, 5 versus 5 format. Goalies are welcome in this age group. Athletes will participate in weekly practice and Sunday CJFH U12 Coed League. Sticks provided (with security deposit) or purchased at time of registration.

Athletes who are not affiliated with a local club, may choose from the following two open program locations:

NORTH (UC Hawkings Turf) Mondays Sept 11-Oct 22 6:00-7:30pm
SOUTH (Calgary Soccer Centre) Tuesdays Sept 5-Oct 23, 6:00-7:15pm, except Sept 5/12 5:00-6:00pm

Cost $210

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Athletes who have an existing club affiliation please contact your club to registration instructions, costs, practice dates and locations

Click here for Listing of Clubs offering U12/U14/U16 programs

U19 OUTDOOR PROGRAM FALL 2023

For athletes born January 1, 2004 to December 31, 2006

The goal of this developmental program is to introduce and refine skills in order for athletes to compete in a full field 11 per side field hockey game.

The primary target is athletes that have played less than two years of hockey and are not ready to compete in an adult league.

Please ensure athletes have a mouthguard, shin guards and stick. Sticks can be borrowed through Field Hockey Alberta with security deposit.

Program Details:

PRACTICES: University of Calgary Hawkings Turf Mondays Sept 11-Oct 22 7:30-9:00pm

GAMES: Sundays Sept 10-Oct 22 (game times will vary between 11:00am and 6:00pm)

FESTIVAL: Sunday Oct 29 9:00am-6:00pm

COST: $200

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*No Games or Practices Thanksgiving weekend

IMPORTANT NOTE: All athletes regardless of club affiliation must purchase a FHA/FHC membership for the period of September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024. Fees for athletes under 18 are $46.00. Fees for athletes aged 18 or older are $71.00.

***Athletes who have an existing club affiliation please contact your club to registration instructions, costs, practice dates and locations

CJFH CLUB PROGRAMS FALL 2023

Programs are run by local field hockey clubs.

Clubs will participate in CJFH League games at the University of Calgary Hawkings Field on Sundays, along with weekly practice dates/times of their choice.

Three programs to choose from:

U12 CLUB (For athletes born January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2012)
participate in Coed U12 League 5v5 format 2x30 min games
U14 CLUB (For athletes born January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010)
Participate in U14 League (7v7 format 1 hr games)
U16 CLUB (For athletes born January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2008)
Participate in U16 League (7v7 format 1 hr games)

IMPORTANT NOTE: All athletes regardless of club affiliation must purchase a FHA/FHC membership for the September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024 period.

Click here for more information on Calgary Field Hockey Clubs offering junior programming.

CJFH SKILLS SESSIONS

Coming soon!

IMPORTANT NOTE: All athletes regardless of club affiliation must purchase a FHA/FHC membership for the period of September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024.

For more information contact CJFH League Coordinator: league@fieldhockey.ab.ca

ADULT PROGRAMS

Calgary Ladies Field Hockey Association:

Since the 1990’s, the CLFHA outdoor leagues have grown to 22 outdoor teams playing in three divisions. There is also renewed enthusiasm for more growth with the possibility of additional facilities becoming available.

With the weather in the prairies being a contributing factor, the indoor game has become a key part of hockey in Calgary where the indoor league continues to thrive and grow. The number of indoor teams has grown to 23, playing in three divisions.

Visit: ww.CLFHA.com for more details!

Field Hockey Association of Calgary (Men's League):

FHAC strives to promote and develop the game of outdoor and indoor field hockey for men and mixed teams through competitive and recreational games for players, coaches, officials and spectators.

For more information on FHAC, click here

FIELD HOCKEY CANADA

For information on Field Hockey Canada and the different contacts for each provincial field hockey program, please click on the below link.

http://www.fieldhockey.ca/about-us/provincial-associations

Why do I need a Field Hockey Alberta membership?

The membership categories listed below are to ensure that all of our athletes, both junior and senior as well as coaches and officials are represented at our Annual General Meetings and Special General Meetings. The membership fee includes insurance for all athletes, parents, coaches, volunteers, board members, etc. in case of an accident or emergency. The annual membership fee is mandatory for all members of any Alberta leagues, programs, festivals, tournaments or events.

Membership services include the following:

Infrastructure
Education, Certification and Professional Development for Coaches & Officials
High Performance Provincial team programs, National team camps, regional academies
Hosting Domestic tournament, local tournaments and in the future we plan to host international events
Grassroots and junior development - junior club programs in major centres, for both indoor and outdoor field hockey throughout the year
Communication via website and newsletters to provide our membership with updates from across Alberta and Canada.
Members insurance coverage

Membership Categories

Senior Player (over 18) - $30.00 (FHC Fees also applicable - $38.00)

Junior Player ( U18) - $23.00 (FHC Fees also applicable - $17.00)

Associate Member - $50.00

Coach/Umpire - $0.00 (FHC Fees applicable - $15.00)

All Membership fees can be paid online through our registration link.

Individual Membership

For the membership year: September 1st to August 31st, of each year.

Membership Fees are due at the start of your season, please pay at the beginning of the indoor season (fall) and if you haven’t played during the winter months, please pay in the spring in full before the start of the outdoor season.

Registration Process

Every field hockey player, coach and official is required to register ahead of participation. Each member will be required to pay membership fees for BOTH Field Hockey Alberta (FHA) and Field Hockey Canada (FHC) unless otherwise stated.
The new membership year opens September 1 regardless of last date of registration.
Members only need register in ONE category.

The option to register will be open throughout the year with the membership year running September 1 - August 31.