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Welcome to walking hockey – it’s a stroll in the park
The walking hockey section of Stroud Hockey Club, known as SWHISH, was launched in 2023 by five former club members.
The weekly sessions are on the Astroturf pitch at Stratford Park Leisure Centre, from 10am until 11am each Tuesday morning.
Walking hockey offers older hockey fans, (both men and women) the chance to continue to play the sport they love. For those who have never played hockey and fancy a go, coaching and sticks will be available.
There will be the opportunity to practise skills, learn new moves, play a game and have fun.
The charge is £5 per person.
Walking hockey teams can range from 3 players-a-side upwards and there is no goal keeper. The ball is slightly larger and lighter than a normal hockey ball and only ‘slapping’ and ‘pushing’ the ball are allowed.
Trainers, not studded boots, are essential. A bottle of water and clothing layers are recommended.