Wellington Hockey is excited to announce that registrations are now open for our 2026 Under 13 and Under 16 In-Season Development Programmes.
Designed for players looking to continue developing throughout the season, these programmes provide a fun, supportive and challenging environment where athletes can build their technical skills, improve their game understanding, and continue their hockey journey alongside experienced coaches.
Through a combination of quality coaching, skill development and game-based learning, players will develop confidence on the ball while enjoying regular Sunday sessions with others who share a passion for hockey.
Register now via PlayHQ
Under 13 ISDP: https://www.playhq.com/hockey-new-zealand/register/e5e96f
Under 16 ISDP: https://www.playhq.com/hockey-new-zealand/register/09ae2f
More Than Weekly Training
The In-Season Development Programme isn't just about training each week. All participants will also have the opportunity to attend the Lower North Island Regional Events later in the season.
These events include:
Under 13 Festival – Whanganui (28–30 September)
Under 16 Tournament – Palmerston North (5–8 October)
These regional events provide players with an exciting opportunity to experience tournament hockey while continuing their development in a positive and enjoyable environment.
Programme Information
The programme runs from 26 July to 20 September 2026, with eight Sunday sessions across three hub locations:
National Hockey Stadium
Fraser Park
Kapiti Coast
Players can select their preferred hub when registering.
The programme is open to:
Under 13: Years 7–8 (U13 as at 1 January 2026)
Under 16: Years 9–11 (U16 as at 1 January 2026)
View the full programme information, session times and hub details:
Parent & Whānau Information Evening
An online Parent & Whānau Information Evening will be held on Monday 29 June before the programme begins.
The sessions will provide an overview of:
Programme structure
Session expectations
Communication processes
Lower North Island Regional Events
Questions and answers
Session times:
U13: 6:15pm
U16: 7:00pm
Register for the online information evening: https://shorturl.at/lab8p
Registrations Close 22 July
Registrations for both programmes close on Wednesday 22 July, so don't miss your chance to be part of this development opportunity.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, challenge yourself in a high-quality training environment, or prepare for future representative opportunities, the In-Season Development Programme is the perfect place to continue your hockey development.
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22 June 2026
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