Hockey Classes in Ireland
Explore 13 Hockey classes and activities for kids across Ireland. Hockey classes are most widely available in Dublin.
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Hockey Express - Summer Hockey Camp, Thurles
Hockey Express runs a 3-day summer hockey camp in Thurles for children aged 6 to 15, held at Ursuline Secondary School from 10am to 2pm each day. The camp gives young players a concentrated introduction to hockey skills, from stick work to small-sided games, over the school break. The wide age range means the camp suits both complete beginners and children with some hockey experience, with coaching pitched to help every child improve over the three days.
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Skerries Hockey Club
Skerries Hockey Club runs an after-school hockey programme for children from 1st to 6th class, giving primary-school-aged kids a structured introduction to the sport in a team setting close to home. Older children aren't left out either: the club also fields a secondary boys' hockey section, allowing players to continue developing their skills as they move into second level. During the school holidays, a summer junior camp offers a more intensive, week-long taste of hockey for kids who want extra time on the pitch outside term time.
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Ennis Hockey Club - Junior Hockey
Ennis Hockey Club welcomes both boys and girls from age 5 into its junior hockey sessions, with trial sticks provided so complete beginners can try the sport before investing in their own equipment. The club describes its junior set-up as friendly and inclusive, aiming to introduce children to hockey's stick skills, teamwork and match play in a relaxed environment rather than a heavily competitive one. It's a good entry point for children who haven't played hockey before, with equipment support removing one of the usual barriers to giving a new sport a try.
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Three Rock Rovers
Three Rock Rovers Hockey Club runs one of Ireland's most active youth hockey programmes from its grounds on Grange Road in Rathfarnham, with over 350 boys and girls aged 5 to 16 training every weekend from August through to March. With more than 16 hours of hockey happening across the club each weekend, there's a genuinely broad programme behind the numbers, including dedicated goalkeeping sessions with specific coaching and equipment for that role. The scale of the youth section, combined with the club's long hockey tradition and its facilities at Grange Road, gives young players a clear route from a first taste of the sport through to more serious training as they get older.
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Rathgar Hockey Club
Rathgar Hockey Club welcomes girls from 1st class through to secondary school, and boys from U8 to U12, with training held at The High School. The club caters to complete beginners and more experienced players alike, with a strong focus on learning, teamwork and enjoyment. Monday sessions (6.30-7.30pm) cover 6th Class and Minor Girls alongside U12 Boys, while Friday sessions (6.30-7.30pm) are for Senior Infants to 5th Class Girls plus U8 and U10 Boys. Sundays are given over to blitzes and matches, giving juniors regular game time alongside their weekly training. With age-specific sessions split across the week, families can pick training nights that line up with their child's age group and school schedule.
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Railway Union Hockey Club
Railway Union Hockey Club, on Park Avenue in Sandymount, runs a junior section open to boys aged 5 and up and girls from 1st class (age 7 and up). The club has long been known within Irish hockey circles as "the family club", reflecting its focus on community as much as competition. Junior sessions emphasise playing the game the right way, with respect, teamwork and enjoyment given equal weight to skill development. The aim is to build a genuine, lasting love of hockey rather than pushing young players too hard too soon. For families in the Sandymount area looking for a supportive first introduction to hockey, Railway Union's junior section offers a well-established, community-minded option.
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Pembroke
Pembroke Juniors, based at Pembroke Wanderers Hockey Club on Serpentine Avenue in Dublin 4, welcomes boys from Junior Infants up to 4th Year and girls right through to 6th Year for a structured introduction to hockey. The regular season runs from September to April, with plenty of weekend hockey alongside weekly training, giving children a real taste of match play as well as skill-building sessions. Coaches place equal weight on learning, fun and personal growth, with teamwork, sportsmanship and respect built into every session. Over the summer, Pembroke Juniors also runs youth tournaments and social mixed-gender games, keeping children engaged with the sport outside the main season.
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Muckross Hockey Club
Muckross Hockey Club's Junior Section, based on Marlborough Road in Donnybrook, welcomes girls from 1st class through to 4th year for weekly hockey training built around friendship, teamwork and community spirit. Younger age groups play Sunday morning Academy Hockey, while older players train on Friday evenings, giving families some choice depending on their child's stage. Many juniors go on to play for the club's senior squads through their teens and beyond. Junior membership applications open each May for the season starting the following September. Because places are limited, spots are allocated by lottery if the club receives more applications than it can accommodate.
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Monkstown Hockey Club
Monkstown Hockey Club runs a large Junior Academy for children aged 6 to 16 at its grounds on Glenageary Road Upper. The Academy has been part of the club for more than 50 years and now includes over 650 young players - roughly 200 boys and 450 girls - training across multiple pitches. Coaching follows the Irish Hockey Association's Hooked for Life model, with small-group sessions designed to suit different ages and abilities while keeping the focus on fun and steady skill progression. Teams take part in regular matches and blitzes alongside their weekly training. The Academy is built as a clear pathway from a first introduction to hockey through to the club's senior teams, with player safety, enjoyment and gradual development kept front and centre throughout.
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Genesis Hockey Club
Genesis Juniors is the junior section of Genesis Hockey Club, welcoming girls from 1st class through to Under 16. With over 380 junior members and 24 coaches, it's a large enough programme to group players closely by age while still keeping a supportive, club-wide atmosphere. Primary and secondary school groups train on Sunday mornings at Mount Anville School, while U16 teams train and play matches on Sunday afternoons at St Raphaela's School in Kilmacud. Beyond the hockey itself, the club runs a social calendar of cinema outings, fun days and trips, giving junior members a chance to build friendships around the sport as well as on the pitch.
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DMcG Hockey
DMcG Hockey runs specialised hockey camps and skills clinics around Dublin for young players who want to sharpen their technical game. Coaches include people with Leinster and Irish international playing experience, and sessions are built around individual player development rather than just team drills. Each camp targets core skills like stick work, ball control and game sense, using targeted drills and game-specific problem-solving so players leave with a clearer tactical understanding as well as sharper technique. Camps are open to players of all levels, and a number of past participants have gone on to represent Leinster and Ireland at underage level.
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Clontarf Hockey Club
Clontarf Hockey Club runs a junior hockey programme for boys and girls from Junior Infants right through to 6th Class, with sessions held at Mount Temple Comprehensive School on Malahide Road. Groups are organised by age and gender so children train alongside others at a similar stage. The weekly schedule is broken into several sessions: 5th & 6th Class Girls train 10:45-11:45am, Junior & Senior Infant Girls 12:00-12:45pm, 1st-4th Class Girls 12:00-1:00pm, Junior & Senior Infant Boys 1:00-1:45pm, and 1st-6th Class Boys 1:00-2:00pm. The range of age-specific slots makes it easy for families with children at different stages to find a suitable time.
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Avoca Hockey Club
Avoca Hockey Club, based in South Dublin, is one of Ireland's oldest and largest hockey clubs, with a junior section of around 800 boys and girls training each week. It's an inclusive setting for children of all levels, whether playing purely for fun or working towards competitive hockey. Junior training takes place across several South Dublin venues, including Newpark Comprehensive School, Sion Hill, Loreto Foxrock and St Andrew's College, giving families across the area a convenient location to attend. The club is affiliated with Hockey Ireland and the Leinster Hockey Association, and its junior section is supported by experienced coaches and a strong community feel.
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Common questions
How many Hockey classes for kids are there in Ireland?
Kids Patch lists 13 Hockey classes for kids in Ireland. Each listing links straight through to the provider — Kids Patch is free for parents to use and takes no booking fee or commission.
Where in Ireland can I find Hockey classes for kids?
Hockey listings are spread across 1 counties, most of them in Dublin (11).
What age range do Hockey classes for kids in Ireland cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from 5 years up to 15 years. 2 of the 13 state an age range. The rest leave it open, so it is worth asking the provider directly.
How much do Hockey classes for kids in Ireland cost?
None of the 13 listings on this page publish a standard price. Fees for children’s classes in Ireland usually vary by term length, age group and session count, so providers quote on enquiry — you can message any of them from their listing.