Our Club
Abbotsford Field Hockey Club is a volunteer-powered community sports club dedicated to growing the game of field hockey across the Fraser Valley, one player at a time.
From Backyard Sticks to Club Champions
Established in 2009, Abbotsford Field Hockey Club was created with a simple vision: to promote sports ethics, teamwork, healthy lifestyles, and community involvement among children. From the start, our goal has been to give kids a positive environment where they can learn, enjoy, and grow through the sport of field hockey while building fitness, discipline, confidence, and respect.
Over the years, many young players have been part of our hockey family. Some developed a lasting passion for the game, built valuable life skills, and have grown into successful adults working in a wide range of professions, a reflection of the positive impact sport can have well beyond the playing field.
We are a volunteer-powered, non-profit community club. Our Summer Camp, held every Monday and Wednesday evening at the Dasmesh Punjabi School field, is the heartbeat of AFHC and the entry point for most of our young players.
Where We Are Headed
Clear short-term and long-term goals keep our young players learning, growing, and loving the game.
Short-Term Goals
Fun, Safe First Steps
Introduce children to field hockey in a fun, safe, and supportive environment where every child feels included and motivated.
Skills & Fundamentals
Teach fundamental hockey techniques and develop technical skills, physical fitness, and athletic ability in every young player.
Less Screen Time, More Play
Reduce excessive screen time by creating real opportunities for outdoor activity, fitness, and skill development.
Active, Involved Families
Help parents and children understand the importance of field hockey and physical activity in everyday life.
Long-Term Goals
Confidence & Character
Help children grow with hockey while building confidence, leadership, teamwork, and resilience.
Individual-Focused Training
Provide age-appropriate, individual-focused training based on each player's needs and development level.
A Pathway to Compete
Support players who wish to progress to higher levels of competition.
Skills for Life
Encourage players to apply discipline, commitment, and time management to their education and future careers.
Future Plans & Opportunities
Summer Tournaments
Starting next year, we plan to compete in summer field hockey tournaments across the Lower Mainland and other provinces.
Room to Grow
Competitive play helps players improve their skills, gain confidence, and develop leadership qualities.
Beyond the Club
Field hockey opens doors to higher-level competition and scholarship opportunities at educational institutions.
Our Four Pillars
Community at Our Core
AFHC was built by local families for local families. Every decision, from program pricing to practice times, is made with our community in mind.
Inclusive by Design
We believe field hockey should be accessible to every child regardless of background or financial situation. Our bursary program and flexible payment options mean no player is left on the sideline.
High Performance Pathway
From our beginner Learn to Play stream through to our competitive youth squads, AFHC provides a clear, well-coached pathway for players who aspire to provincial and national competition.
Safe Sport Commitment
Every coach and volunteer holds a current Safe Sport certification and police background check. We follow the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS) without exception.
We are committed to helping every child enjoy field hockey, stay active, build confidence, and develop skills that benefit them both on and off the field.
Our success is measured not only by performance, but by the character, friendships, and life skills our young athletes develop as we build a strong hockey community and support the next generation of athletes, on and off the field.
A Club Built Over Time
Junior field hockey program founded in Abbotsford to introduce children to the sport in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.
Affiliated with Field Hockey BC; first inter-club league fixtures.
Launched U14 and U16 competitive squads; hosted inaugural Abbotsford Turf Classic.
Reached 100 registered players; hired first full-time Head Coach.
Launched Summer Development Camp at Dasmesh Punjabi School field.
Membership surpassed 280 registered players. Our biggest season yet.
Secured multi-year field-access agreement; introduced video analysis programme.
Dasmesh Punjabi School Field
Our home field is a natural-grass outdoor pitch with on-site parking. Sessions are not cancelled for light rain. Registered families receive email notification if a session must be moved or postponed.
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Join Abbotsford Field Hockey Club Today
Registration is open for all programs. Spots are limited, so secure your child's place before the season starts.