An inclusive coaching movement to drive postitive change and strengthen junior club hockey across FNCHI!

Far North Coast Hockey Inc. is excited to launch the Coach the Coaches Advantage in 2026—a practical, hands-on coaching development initiative designed to educate and empower both new and existing coaches. This program delivers live learning opportunities through structured, on-field training sessions for junior players aged 11 to 17 years.

By joining the Coach the Coaches Advantage program, you will contribute directly to improving the skills, confidence, and development pathways of junior players from every club. This initiative brings coaches together to learn, collaborate, and share modern coaching practices, helping to raise the overall standard and consistency of training throughout FNCHI. Join with us to ensure all young athletes benefit from consistent, modern, and high-quality coaching, regardless of their club, gender, or experience level.

Why Join the Coach the Coaches Advantage Program?

• Learn Modern Coaching Methods
  • Gain knowledge in technique progression, drill design, player development planning and game-sense coaching—all delivered through a professionally structured program.

• On-the-Job Training With Real Junior Athletes
  • You’ll coach directly within the Junior Acceleration Training sessions, supporting players aged 11–17 while gaining practical mentoring.

• Build Confidence & Competency
  • New coaches gain support to begin coaching; existing coaches refresh and expand their toolkit.
• Begin your Coaching journey into paid coaching roles
  • FNCHI are building more coaching pathways, with opportunities for coaches to build qualifications, knowledge/experience assets, and reputations, including NSW Hockey recognition.
  •  Paid roles are already available through Holiday Camps, Gala Days, After-School Programs, In-School Programs, and other events and programs in the Northern Rivers.

• Contribute to the Future of FNCHI Hockey
  • Your involvement helps lift the standard of coaching and junior development across the region.

Program Structure

• Duration: 10-Week Program
• Dates: 9th March – 25th May 2026
• Weekly Schedule: Mondays, 4:30pm – 6:00pm
• Venue: Far North Coast Hockey Centre

Coaching Roles Available

• Assistant Coaches
• Training Coaches
• Club Coaches (professional development)

What Coaches Will Learn

• Session structure and flow
• Teaching fundamentals and advanced skills
• Game-sense coaching
• Player development strategies
• Age-appropriate planning
• Inclusive coaching methods

Who Should Apply?

Aspiring coaches, parents, young leaders 15+, existing club coaches, senior players—anyone passionate about growing junior hockey.

Benefits for Clubs

• Coaches return with new skills and confidence
• Stronger, more consistent training quality
• Better player development and retention

Cost

• FREE for all participating coaches.

How to Get Involved

Contact: Sharon Maher

Email: fnchockey@bigpond.com

Phone: 0411 144 799

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