Clydesdale provides a pathway for juniors to progress from beginner to senior hockey player. This is done by offering training sessions to beginners, intermediates and advanced juniors as listed below.
Outdoor Sessions
Wednesday Sessions at Titwood
5.30- 6.30 designed for the youngest kids aged between p1 - P6.
6.30-8.30 session designed for developing players aged P7 and upwards
Friday night training at Titwood
These sessions are split into three; the first session is from 6.00 to 6.45pm and is designed for Primary 3-5 children; the second session is from 6.45 to 8.00 for Primary 6 to Senior 1 children; the final session from 8.00 to 9.30 is for Senior 2 to Senior 6 students.
There is an advanced session on Tuesday night at Titwood from 6.30 pm to 8.00pm designed for those juniors who are already playing senior hockey.
Indoor Sessions
Shawlands Academy - New Games Hall - Enter by Ravenswood Drive - Thursday Evening
Session Time Age range Cost per session
5:30pm to 6:30pm P1 to P7 - Inexperienced £2.00
6:30pm to 7:30pm P1 to P7 - Experienced £2.00
7:30pm to 8:30pm S1 to S6 - Inexperienced £2.00
8:30pm to 9:30pm S1 to S6 - Experienced Group £2.00
Beyond training Clydedale beileve that games actively encourage players to achive higher levels of performance and are an important part of player developement. Clydesdale supports the West District Hockey's junior hockey festivals that are hosted at Titwood on Sunday mornings and involve all ages groups including; under 10s, under 12s and under 14s who each play on a fortnighly basis. Details of the exact dates are below.
We would be delighted to hear from parents who would be willing to help with organising the junior's at these events. Support will be provided.
West District Hockey
Further competition is available through the west District under 14 League. This league is made up of teams of players selected at trails held in September 2010.
Indoor Hockey @ Lagoon in Paisley
Under 16 National League
Clydesdale have entered boys and girls teams into the SHU's nation under 16s League. These games will be played in Stirling and the league has teams from Aberdeen , Dundee, Edinburgh, all over the country and is a great opportunity to play against their own peer group.
Under 18 National Cups
Clydesdale have entered boys and girls teams into the SHU's nation under 18's Cups. These games will be played at various centers over the season against school and club teams from all over Scotland. Under 18 Cup - Team PoolsU18 Cup DrawsU18 Showcase Matches
The kids may meet new friends and will now have to look at the latest mobile phones to stay in touch.
Hockey Camp dates.
During the school holidays Clydesdale run hockey camps to promote the sport , developd skills and have fun.
The times for the camps are: morning 10am start - lunch noon to 1pm - afternoon 1pm to 3pm - extra time available on request. Dates for 2010
Register online below for Autumn 2010 camp
Clydesdale Autumn Camp 11th October to 15th October 2010
Easter 2011 - 11th to 15th April 2011 - register not yet available
Summer 2011 - 18th to 22nd July 2011 - register not yet available
Autumn 2011 - 17th to 21st October 2011 - register not yet available
Arran Weekend Dates 2010 Tournament The Youth tournament in Arran is on 4th and 5th September 2010.
This is a fun event for under 10's, 12's and 14's with entertainment for all on the Saturday evening.
This will be the 7th year of this event which has grown in popularity mainly because it is such great fun for the kids and parents alike. For more details please contact me. D Mackie
Clydesdale in partnership with Glasgow are to launch 2 new Junior Clubs St Fillan's (near Castlemilk) has started on Wednesdays (6:00pm to 7:00pm) and
St Bernard's Primary School (Nitshill) on Thursdays (6:00pm to 7:00pm)
These new clubs are the start of a major push to get more school kids participating in the sport of hockey. Clydesdale are delighted to work with Culture and Sport, Glasgow in these new developments.
To register for these sessions click on links beside session of you choice.
Information Flyer for Commuinty Clubs run by Clydesdale in Partneship with Culture & Sport, Glasgow Club Flyer
New junior clubs are under discussion with Culture and Sport, Glasgow for primary pupils in the south side of Glasgow. Watch this space for undates.
Volunteers are essential! If you wish to volunteer please see leaflet by clicking here The club needs volunteers and your time is sought. In parternship with Culture & Sport, Glasgow we can arrange qualifications and mentoring to equipe you to coach.