Ackworth School Hockey Academy
In partnership with Wakefield Hockey Club
Through our partnership with Wakefield Hockey Club, both boys and girls have the unique opportunity to benefit from first-class facilities and expert coaching at one of the premier hockey clubs in the North of England.
Founded in 1899, Wakefield Hockey Club boasts two Olympic standard water-based astro-turf pitches, an excellent clubhouse, and a proud tradition of producing players who have gone on to represent England and Great Britain at international level.
Membership includes full access to the club’s renowned Junior Talent Programme, with talented players (aged 14+) able to train with, and where appropriate play for, one of the adult league teams.
For those not yet ready for the intensity of adult hockey, Development Hockey provides an inclusive stepping stone, with mixed junior and adult teams offering in-game coaching and support from experienced players both on the pitch and in the dugout.
Strength and Conditioning Training
Our Sports Academies have a lead Strength and Conditioning Coach whose role it is to ensure that all players develop their physical attributes to the maximum. Individual training programmes can be created to support players overall fitness.
Our purpose built fitness suite features a wide range of state-of-the-art cardio, resistance and functional equipment, as well as all the free weights you’d expect.
All academy players complete regular fitness testing across the season to monitor progression through several different tests.
Training Facilities
The home of the Academy is Wakefield Hockey Club at Wakefield Sports Club, which features two Olympic standard water-based water-based astro turf pitches, known as the Green and Blue pitches, suitable for matches and training for various teams. The facility also includes meeting rooms, changing rooms, and a clubhouse, with a smaller 5-a-side pitch and parking available for players and visitors.
In addition, we have a newly refurbished gymnasium within the school ground with a huge selection of cardio and conditioning equipment as well as an indoor swimming pool.
Admission Requirements
Entry to the Ackworth School Hockey Academy will be through the School’s normal admissions process.
At Sixth Form level, pupils must take three A-Level subjects, or the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport, and maintain a high level of academic performance in addition to involvement in the School’s co-curricular programme.
Hockey Academy pupils in years below the Sixth Form must take the required academic course appropriate to their age and ability, and involve themselves in the School’s co-curricular programme.
For more information please contact admissions@ackworthschool.com or call 01977 233621.
