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ABOUT Impact Hockey
At Impact Hockey we are dedicated to empowering athletes of all ages and skill levels to develop their field hockey skills, experience the joy of competition and reach their potential.
Our coaching team have over 25 years experience on and off the field including at national and Australian level.
Our programs have been developed to align with the Hockey NSW coaching principles and selection criteria.
We are passionate about participation and excellence in field hockey and have offerings to suit all skill levels.
Alan Charlton
(Head Coach)
Alan has over 25 years experience on and off the field.
He has represented NSW in Indoor and Outdoor formats and represented Australia in Junior, Open and Masters.
Alan won Silver at the 2022 Masters World Cup in Nottingham and is off to Cape Town South Africa in October to compete at the 2024 World Masters Cup.
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Alan holds a FIH Level 3 coaching accreditation and is well-versed in developing successful one on one, small group and tournament plans aligned to Hockey Australia and
Hockey NSW coaching frameworks.
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Alan is among other current coaching roles the
2024 NSW U16 Boys Coach and Sydney East (SEHA) Futures Academy Coach
Our Services
One on One Coaching
One on One coaching designed around athlete skill level and goals
Includes player profile, skills assessment and coaching logs.
Strength and conditioning program, video analysis and online skills tracking available on request
Small Group Coaching
Our small group coaching sessions (up to 8 athletes) are designed to improve core technical skills and game play in a safe and supportive small group environment.
Book as an individual or with a group of friends
Talent
Clinics
Talent Clinics provide you the opportunity to develop your skills and game play in a half and full day format.
We have 3 formats available:
Hockey Fundamentals (ages 8-12*)
Rising Stars (ages 12-16)
Pre-Elite (Nationally Identified)
*and athletes with <2 years experience
academy
Learn from experienced coaches and elevate your game in our multi-week program including one on one and one small group sessions tailored around athlete skill level and goals.
Includes
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1 * one-on-one and 1 * small group session per week
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skills and fitness assessment
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intensive skill-based training
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development of tactical awareness and excellence through small-sided games
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access to online learning
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weekly challenges
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coaching shirt
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sponsor equipment discounts