Hockey in East Lothian

Hockey forms part of the core sports delivered throughout East Lothian and targets the following areas: Primary School Sport, Secondary School Sport, Community Clubs, Coach and Teacher Education, Development and Performance Squads. The governing body of hockey, Scottish Hockey, supports this programme and works closely with the Development Officer.

East Lothian Development Squads

Open to everyone from Aged 10-18, our East Lothian Development Squads are an opportunity for additional training and games alongside your weekly school and club sessions. We train at Meadowmill on Mondays from 16:30-19:30 (timings vary based off age group). Our U12 and U14 teams play fortnightly matches in Edinburgh on a Sunday morning, while our 14+ squad will have matches arranged across the academic year. 

Pleease find the link to sign up below:

Sign Up - East Lothian Development Squads 2025/26

Helpul Information

Step by Step Youth Player Pathway Through Scottish Hockey (East Lothian)

East Lothian Hockey 2025/26

Recorded Presentation of East Lothian Hockey 2025/26

Want to get involved in coaching?

There are a number of qualifications you can obtain if you would like to coach hockey.  For volunteers, senior pupils, parents and teachers the Hockey Leaders course offers a basic introduction to the basic skills in hockey. There is an Introduction to Hockey course aimed at those interested in hockey coaching with little or no coaching experience. 

Be Part of the Hockey Family

Once senior and youth clubs and schools become affiliated members of Scottish Hockey they can take part in national, regional and youth competitions and benefit from newsletters and hockey resources. Click here for more information on clubs and schools affiliation and all relevant forms.  It’s easy to become a member, it's a click away!

Reducing Finance as a Barrier to Sport & Physical Activity

Cost should never stop your child participating in sport and physical activity. If you are worried or concerned about your ability to cover the cost related to any activity your child would like to take part in, please contact the Active Schools Co-ordinator listed above to discuss in complete confidence. Any assistance is provided confidentially so that it is not obvious to other individuals that your child is receiving this support.

• Access to Leisure concession prices will be available for some classes after you click 'Book Now'.
• If your child is registered for Free School Meals through their school, they will qualify for FREE Activity.
  For more information on how to apply or renew free school meals and school clothing grants click here.
  After registering for FREE school Meals, please contact the Active Schools Co-ordinator listed above to discuss in complete confidence.
• If your child is care experienced or a young carer they will qualify for FREE Activity.
  Please contact the Active Schools Co-ordinator listed above to discuss in complete confidence.
• The aim of the East Lothian Active Schools Sport & Activity Access initiatives are to reduce inequalities and help minimise barriers to participation in sport and physical activity for children and young people across East Lothian.
  More information can be found by following this link, or downloading the booklet below.

East Lothian Kit Stop

The East Lothian Kit Stop is an East Lothian based sports recycling programme run by Active Schools.
This programme collects new/no longer used sports equipment and clothing and redistributes it back into our local communities.
With the aim to help support more children and young people in getting more active whilst reducing waste and encouraging a more sustainable East Lothian.