Our Mission

Our mission is to increase participation in hockey while promoting awareness and enjoyment of the sport our coaches are passionate about. We aim to develop players’ skills and techniques, improve decision-making, and enhance understanding of the modern game, all within a fun, inclusive, and safe environment.

The Hockey Camp Providers

Established in 2016, a group of like-minded coaches came together to create an academy of hockey excellence for the future stars of the modern game. Our philosophy is built on developing strong hockey fundamentals, game understanding, and a genuine love for the sport in a positive and supportive environment.

Hockey Express is a one-stop destination for hockey development in Ireland, offering a wide range of camps and goalkeeper clinics designed to suit players of different ages, abilities, and experience levels. From young players taking their first steps in hockey to experienced athletes preparing for competitive seasons, our programmes are carefully structured to support long-term player development.

We deliver camps throughout the year, including Midterm, Easter, Summer, and Halloween, catering to children and teenagers from 6 to 18 years of age. All sessions are led by experienced coaches who provide high-quality instruction, clear feedback, and engaging sessions that balance skill development, game play, and enjoyment.

Our goal is for every player to leave Hockey Express camps feeling more confident, better prepared, and excited about their hockey journey.

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Mini Kids Hockey Camps (5-7 Years)

Our Mini Kids Hockey Camps cater to young hockey players aged 5 to 7 years and are suitable for players of all levels and abilities. These camps place a strong emphasis on fun, ensuring every child enjoys being active while immersed in a positive hockey environment.

Fundamental hockey skills are introduced alongside essential movement skills through engaging games, activities, and obstacle courses, helping children build confidence, coordination, and a love for the game.

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General Hockey Camps (7-12 Years & 13-16 Years)

Our General Camps are our most popular camps and cater to players of all abilities and levels aged 6 to 16 years. These camps run throughout the year during Midterm, Easter, Summer, and Halloween breaks.

Each camp day is carefully structured to include skill development sessions, small-sided games, and match play, providing a balanced and engaging experience. Coaching focuses on key areas such as ball control, passing, shooting, decision-making, and teamwork.

Players benefit from a fun, inclusive environment where they are grouped appropriately by age and ability, ensuring everyone is both supported and challenged. Our experienced coaching staff provide a high standard of guidance and feedback, helping players progress with confidence and leave camp knowing they have gained valuable skills and knowledge.

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Incoming First Year Camps

The Incoming First Year Camp is specifically designed for players transitioning from primary school to secondary school, as well as those entering a hockey-playing school with little or no prior hockey experience. Join us this August to build confidence, develop basic skills, and make new friends before starting hockey in your new school.

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Senior Preseason Hockey Camps

Our Senior Preseason Hockey Camps are designed for players who are already competing in full 11 v 11 matches. This includes players entering 2nd year and above who play at school, club, Interprovincial, or Irish level, and who want to kick start their hockey season.

Time at camp is split between on-pitch training sessions, tactical learning, and match play.

On-pitch areas covered include defensive principles, attacking principles, game preparation, set pieces, and team structures.

This camp provides an excellent preseason opportunity for players who may not have played hockey during the summer months.

Maximum numbers: 28 outfield players and 2 goalkeepers

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Goalkeeper Clinics

At our specialist goalkeeper clinics, we bring in dedicated goalkeeping coaches to deliver expert, position-specific coaching. These clinics run throughout the year and are available at both Novice and Experienced levels, ensuring appropriate progression for all goalkeepers.

Coaching sessions focus on the key technical, tactical, and physical demands of modern goalkeeping. Areas covered include footwork and leg movement, hand and stick movement, diving and floor movement, decision-making, positioning, and reflexes. Goalkeepers will also work on set scenarios such as shootouts and penalty corners, helping them develop confidence and game awareness in realistic match situations.

Please note that all goalkeepers must bring their own equipment to attend our goalkeeping clinics.

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Elite Hockey Cup - Tournament

Established in 2025, the Easter Elite Hockey Cup is open to all Minor (U14) girl’s school and club teams competing at the top levels in Ireland and abroad. We see this event as a showpiece where the best of the best will compete to be crowned the Elite Hockey Cup Winners. Teams entering are expected to be performing in Division 1/Premier Division standard hockey.

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