About Us

The current club was set up by Total Hockey in 2013, shortly after the London Olympic Games, under the direction of England Hockey. Our focus is very much on the development of juniors, and being an inclusive club we welcome young people of all ages and abilities. Since its revival in 2013, the club has thrived and provides a much-needed service in West London. In 2016, some 128 years after our auspicious predecessors, an Ealing Ladies Hockey team was formed and started to compete in a League Competition. We look forward to bringing the fantastic game of hockey to the next generation of young players and to serving our community for many years to come.

Our founders, Total Hockey, were an Official Coaching Agency of England Hockey and provided coaches for a number of schools and clubs, including Ealing, Richmond, and Greenwich. Total Hockey donated Ealing HC to the members under the HMRC CASC status, which provides a light-touch charitable status. They remain connected to the success of Ealing Hockey and were awarded The Club’s inaugural Vice Presidents.

Ealing Hockey is fortunate to list three Level 1, seven Level 2 and two Level 3 England Hockey Qualified Coaches.

Some Ealing coaches were part of TotalHockey, formerly an Official Coaching Agency of England Hockey.

Since 2021 Ealing Hockey, under the direction of Dain Lewis, remodelled its coaching to enable the most focused to excel further. The Club introduced video coaching for feedback, to record matches and player development at its Talent Centre.

Dain, a former National Performance coach for England brings a wealth of knowledge from his years' coaching for England Hockey and in the Netherlands.

If you wish to speak with any coaching staff, please use the Contact Page on the Ealing website.

Ealing Hockey Club is proud to be part of the England Hockey Talent Centre (Cohort3)

England Hockey's Talent Centres provide young players with high-quality coaching, access to better facilities and opportunities to develop their skills in a structured environment. These centres also help identify and nurture potential future stars, promoting a clear pathway for progression in the sport.

We see an important role that we need to be part of and that is spotting potential and helping that flourish into talent.

At Ealing's Talent Centre (TC), we are committed to providing a comprehensive, high-performance environment that supports the holistic development of every young hockey player. Our TC is designed to help athletes reach their full potential, focusing on the game's technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects. Below expands on what we offer:

1. High-Quality Coaching

• Elite Coaching Staff: Players can access experienced, England and FIH-accredited coaches dedicated to nurturing and developing talent. Our coaching staff provides individualised feedback and guidance, helping players refine their skills to the highest standards.
• Personal Development Plans (PDPs): Every player receives a tailored development plan, outlining goals and performance indicators. These plans are regularly reviewed and adjusted to ensure continuous improvement.

2. Access to Top-Level Facilities

• We are fortunate to benefit from a strong and long-standing relationship with St. Benedict’s School and St. Augustine's Priory School. We now have Ada Lovelace CofE High School providing its indoor facilities.
• Sports Science and Medical Support: Athletes receive support from sports scientists and medical professionals, including physiotherapists and strength and conditioning experts, to ensure peak physical fitness and injury prevention.

3. Holistic Player Development

• Tactical and Technical Skills Training: We focus on improving both individual skills and team play, with emphasis on advanced tactical awareness and game intelligence. Sessions include video analysis and match reviews to enhance strategic understanding.
• Physical Conditioning: Players undergo regular fitness assessments, with specialised strength and conditioning programs to develop the physical resilience required for elite competition.
• Mental Toughness and Resilience: Mental skills coaching is integrated into our program to help players cope with the pressures of high-performance sports. This includes techniques for focus, confidence, and stress management.

The Right Athlete, Right Environment (RARE) principles are intended to support players and parents in making good decisions about the most appropriate hockey environment. To read more Click Here

4. Match Experience and Competitive Opportunities

• Regular Competitive Matches: Players are exposed to high-level competition, with regular match opportunities against other talent centres and elite teams. This provides invaluable experience in handling game pressure and performing at top levels.
• Pathway to Playing at the Highest Levels: Ealing's TC serves as a key stepping stone in England Hockey’s talent pathway, connecting players to talent academies, regional and national team selections and future international representation.

5. Education and Life Skills

• Education on Nutrition and Recovery: Players receive guidance on maintaining optimal nutrition and hydration levels, along with strategies for effective recovery and injury prevention.
• Balancing Academics and Sport: We work closely with players to help them balance their academic commitments with the demands of elite sports. Support is provided to ensure players can excel both on and off the field.
• Life Skills Development: Workshops and seminars are offered on key life skills, including time management, communication, and leadership, to prepare players for life as elite athletes and beyond.

6. Parental and Support Network Engagement

• Regular Communication with Parents: We engage with parents and guardians throughout the process, providing them with regular updates on their child’s progress and involving them in key aspects of their development.
• Supportive Environment: The TC fosters a positive and supportive environment where athletes can thrive both individually and as part of a team, encouraging personal growth and resilience.

7. Player Welfare and Safeguarding

• Comprehensive Safeguarding Policies: We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young athletes. All staff and volunteers undergo regular safeguarding training, and our environment is structured to always ensure the safety and well-being of all players.

8. Pathway to Elite Performance

The Ealing HC guide to maintaining an athlete-centric culture that fosters development, inclusivity, and peak performance.

Our Team Managers, Captains and Coaches, are key to maintaining our unique framework across the whole club:

Junior to Senior: Offer a seamless progression for players from youth to senior levels, so each athlete knows the next steps and can see the opportunities to advance. Our Senior section is very much a player pathway for our older junior section.

Individualised Training: Recognise each athlete’s unique needs by providing access to specialised coaching, injury prevention and mental resilience training tailored to their position, experience, and development goals.

Multi-Disciplinary Support: Bring together fitness coaches, nutritionists, mental health professionals and skill coaches to support every athlete, focusing on holistic development and well-being.

Core Values: Embed core club values of respect, teamwork, discipline and resilience into every aspect of the club. Celebrate diversity by honouring the backgrounds, abilities and stories of each player.

Open Communication: Create regular feedback loops with athletes to ensure they feel heard and can share ideas, concerns, or barriers they face.

Leadership Development: Encourage athletes at all levels to take on leadership roles, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility for the club’s culture.

Consistent, Quality Facilities: With a long-term partnership with St. Augustine’s Priory School and St. Benedict's School the Club has access to quality training facilities, maintained pitches and safe, weather-appropriate equipment to make training productive and enjoyable.

Safe Environment: Prioritise athlete safety by establishing guidelines for injuries, heat, hydration and rest. All coaches and volunteers maintain their certification in athlete safeguarding.

Balanced Competition Exposure: Schedule competition to be challenging yet appropriate for each level, promoting development without burnout.

Club Events and Traditions: Beyond "Club Day", League and Cup Fixtures Team Managers organise regular events, such as, visits to international events (FIH Pro League), off-season-friendly tournaments, family gatherings and community-led projects, to strengthen bonds among athletes, coaches, families, and supporters.

Club Representation: Encourage all members to represent the club with pride by wearing club colours, celebrating achievements and engaging in local events to create a lasting positive image.

Financial Support: The Club offer scholarships, subsidies or flexible payment plans so that financial barriers don’t limit access.

Skill-Based Grouping: Create flexible grouping based on skill levels rather than just age or seniority to allow for optimised learning and competition.

Implementation:

This "Right Athlete, Right Environment" approach has been incorporated into our Club policies, coach training and regular athlete evaluation sessions.  Our Team Managers and Coaches are committed to the development, inclusivity and community club-wide, ensuring every athlete thrives.

This framework builds a culture that focuses not just on performance, but on a cohesive, supportive and sustainable approach to hockey at all levels.

Welcome to your committee. The club is managed by an Executive Committee and sub-committees

West London Hockey Charitable Foundation was founded by Jeff Moores and Datinder Lotay. We wanted to share our passion with others. With Ealing HC the journey started with a small group of schools and we wish to grow this and build a thriving community of athletes, coaches and teachers.

Giving State Primary School pupils the chance to discover the joy of a fast dynamic team sport they can enjoy for life. One that they can play, regardless of size, gender or strength – and play across all ethnicities and demographics. WLHCF ensures little outlay for equipment (and at the outset, we can even provide basic equipment, e.g. sticks, balls, etc).

To find out more go to https://westlondonhockey.co.uk/

A life of exercise, fun and friendships. 

Ealing Flyerz is a fun and inclusive pan-disability hockey session for individuals aged 8 to 15 years and 15 years and older. It is an initiative supported by the Ealing Hockey Club and Ada Lovelace CofE High School for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, and have other disabilities (SEND). Equipment will be provided.

Ealing HC is proud to partner with Ealing Flyerz with our experienced coaches and trainers dedicated to helping all participants have fun.

If you wish to join or volunteer, please join our community on a Saturday morning at Ada Lovelace CofE High School, W5 and spread the word to experience the thrill of Flyerz Hockey with the West London Hockey Charitable Foundation.