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...that Calgary is hosting the Indoor Field Hockey PanAm Games this March 2024? Contact our Executive DIrector for more information on how you can participate in this prestigious event. Or signup to volunteer here: PanAm Games Volunteer Signup

Looking to Play Field Hockey?

Check out our current Alberta programs below

CALGARY JUNIOR FIELD HOCKEY

ABOUT US

Calgary Junior Field Hockey (CJFH) is an equal partnership between the Calgary Ladies Field Hockey Association (CLFHA, Ladies League), Field Hockey Association of Calgary (FHAC, Mens League) and Field Hockey Alberta (FHA). CJFH delivers grassroots programming and leagues to Calgary youth between the ages of six and sixteen, regardless of skill level. 

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Our goal is to deliver a fun experience where kids have the opportunity to make new friends, develop personal skills and create a life long love of sport.  We plan our programs around Field Hockey Canada's Long Term Hockey Development framework and the Coach Association of Canada's (CAC)  Long Term Athlete Development guidelines to ensure appropriate physical and developmental needs are met for all children.  We are an athlete focused program ready to adapt the needs of each child.

OUR PARTICIPANTS

You are welcome here! Whether this is the first time they've participated in a team sport, are looking for something to complement an existing sport or have played field hockey in the past, this is a place for your child to thrive and grow. Our programs are broken into the following age categories:

• U8   - born January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2017
• U10 - born January 1, 2014 to December 31, 2015
• U12 - born January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013
• U14 - born January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2011
• U16 - born January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2009 (all high school students with less than 1 year experience are welcome!)

Athletes born in 2018 with previous experience will be considered on a case by case basis. FUNstix U8, U10 and U12 programs are delivered through CJFH. U12, U14 and U16 programs are delivered by our clubs.  See “Youth Club Programs 2024"

OUR COACHES

The safety of your child is our primary responsibility.  Our coaches are screened and have completed athlete specific training, including: Ethics, Concussion Awareness and CAC Safesport.  We follow the Rule of Two and ensure small athlete to coach ratios tailored to the age of your child. 

CJFH FUNstix U8 CO-ED OUTDOOR PROGRAM SPRING 2024

For children born January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2017.  Athletes born in 2018 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 weeknight practice, 2 Festivals, and Sunday Fun Games. Sticks provided (with security deposit) or purchased at time of registration.

Click here for more FUNSTIX U8 Information

CJFH U10 CO-ED OUTDOOR PROGRAM SPRING 2024

For athletes born January 1, 2014 to December 31, 2015

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, 2 Festivals and Sunday U10 Co-Ed Mini League.  Sticks provided (with security deposit) or purchased at time of registration.

Click here for more U10 Program Information

CJFH U12 CO-ED OUTDOOR PROGRAM SPRING 2024

For athletes born January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013

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. 

Participants 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, 2 Festivals and Sunday CJFH U12 Co-Ed League. Sticks provided (with security deposit) or purchased at time of registration.

Click here for more U12 Program Information

CJFH SKILLS SESSIONS

Offered to athletes registered in CJFH Grassroots Programs or Leagues 

More details coming soon! Registration opens March 1, 2024

CJFH SUMMER CAMPS 2024

For athletes born January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2017 (children born in 2018 with previous experience will be considered on a case by case basis)

Week long half day camp, filled with field hockey, fun games and activities including the ever popular Slip n Slide.  Daily themes include: shooting, penalty corners, stick handling, defense. New participants welcome! July 15-19, 2024, 9:00am - 12:00pm, UofC, Hawking’s Turf

Click here for more Summer Camp Information

YOUTH CLUB PROGRAMS SPRING 2024

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:

1. U12 CLUB (For athletes born January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013)
   participate in Coed U12 League 5v5 format 2x30 min games
2. U14 CLUB (For athletes born January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2011)
   Participate in U14 League (7v7 format 1 hr games)
3. U16 CLUB (For athletes born January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2009, highschool students born in 2006-2007 with less than 1 year experience are welcome!)
   Participate in U16 League (11v11 format 1hr games)

Contact the following Clubs for more information on their junior programs:

Astros: astrosfh@telusplanet.net
Bluestreaks: bluestreaksfhc@shaw.ca
Cougars: cougarsfieldhockeyclub@gmail.com
Saracens: saracensfhc@gmail.com
Kings XI: Kings11fhc@gmail.com
United: unitedfhccalgary@gmail.com

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:

1. Infrastructure
2. Education, Certification and Professional Development for Coaches & Officials
3. High Performance Provincial team programs, National team camps, regional academies
4. Hosting Domestic tournament, local tournaments and in the future we plan to host international events
5. Grassroots and junior development - junior club programs in major centres, for both indoor and outdoor field hockey throughout the year
6. Communication via website and newsletters to provide our membership with updates from across Alberta and Canada.
7. 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.