LEARN TO PLAY FIELD HOCKEY - Red Deer Polytechnic 

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the game of Field Hockey? Have you ever wanted to try playing.? Now is your chance, all skill levels are welcome! Learn the basics of FIELD HOCKEY...it's an exciting game, come and join the FUN!

Sticks provided. Non contact but optional to wear mouth guard or shin pads.

Date: Every Monday: October 6 - November 11 (No session on Thanksgiving Monday)

Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm 

Location: Red Deer Polytechnic - 100 Donald BLVD

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2026 Red Deer Storm Spring Programs

Funstix Storm (U8)

COED U7-8(Ages 7-8, born Jan 1 2017 to Dec 31 2018)

Goal is to develop fundamental movement skills, running, jumping, balance and co-coordinative motor control.

Athletes are introduced to movements in order to develop and discover physical confidence, fun and build a love for field hockey. Athletes will be divided into U8 and U10 groups where numbers permit. 

Anticipated Dates: May 5th - June 25th 2026 Tuesday/Thursday 5:30-7:00pm 

This program consists of two weeknights in the community and two optional Festivals. There is potential to head to Calgary on Sundays for Game play within the Calgary League.

Tuesday & Thursday nights: Skills and Movement Fundamentals/Skills and Match Play (if time is available)

Locations:

Setters Place at Great Chief Park

Festivals (Optional) 

• Lacombe Festival: TBD
• Calgary Festival: TBD

Program Fees: TBD

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*Click the link above -- login -- select "Participant" -- Select Season "FHA 2023-2024" -- Select Division "Youth Player" -- Select "U8 Red Deer Storm Spring 2026"*

U10/12 Storm 

COED U9-10/U11-12 (Ages 9-11, born Jan 1 2013 to Dec 31 2016)

Goal is continued development of fundamental movement skills of: 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. 

Anticipated Dates: May 5th - June 25th, 2026 Tuesday/Thursday 5:30-7:00pm

This program consists of two weeknights in the community and the option to attend two optional Festivals. There is potential to head to Calgary on Sundays for Game play within the Calgary League.

Tuesday & Thursday nights: Skills and Movement Fundamentals/Skills and Match Play (if time is available)

Locations: 

Setters Place at Great Chief Park  

Festivals (Optional) 

• Lacombe Festival: TBD
• Calgary Festival: TBD 

Program Fees: TBD

Register Now

*Click the link above -- login -- select "Participant" -- Select Season "FHA 2023-2024" -- Select Division "Youth Player" for athletes 11 and under "Junior Player" for athletes over 11 -- Select "U12 Red Deer Storm Spring 2026"*

U18 Red Deer Storm 

COED U13-18(Ages 13-18, born Jan 1 2007 to Dec 31 2012)

Goal is continued development of fundamental movement skills of: 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. 

Anticipated Dates: May 5th - June 25th, 2026 Tuesday/Thursday 5:30-7:30pm

This program consists of two weeknight in the community and the option to attend two optional Festivals.  There is potential to head to Calgary on Sundays for Game play within the Calgary League.

Tuesday & Thursday nights: Skills and Movement Fundamentals/Skills and Match Play (if time is available)

Locations: 

Setters Place at Great Chief Park

Festivals (Optional) 

• Lacombe Festival: TBD
• Calgary Festival: TBD

Program Fees: TBD

Register Now

*Click the link above -- login -- select "Participant" -- Select Season "FHA 2023-2024" -- Select Division "Junior Player" -- Select "U16/18 Red Deer Storm Spring 2026"*

Please ensure athletes have mouth guards, shin guards and stick. Sticks are able to be rented or purchased through Field Hockey Alberta.

A valid FHA membership must be purchased for those athletes who did not participate in fall/winter programs. Email FHA to purchase. 

Questions? email executivedirector@fieldhockey.ab.ca