The Tuggeranong Vikings Hockey Club, established in 1976, is a prominent sports club in Canberra, Australia. With a rich history, the club consists of four teams representing Vikings hockey across men, women, boys, and girls. In 2017, the merging of TVHC and TVWHC resulted in the club becoming the largest hockey club in the ACT region, catering to players of all ages and abilities, from Under 7s through to Masters competitions.
TVHC aims to nurture and promote high-quality hockey in the Tuggeranong valley and maintain its status as the powerhouse club in the Canberra region. The club takes pride in providing a home for everyone, regardless of their age, ability, or background. Whether you are a seasoned player or prefer a more social experience, TVHC offers teams in almost every grade of every competition, including Masters.
Club training takes place on Tuesday nights from 5pm until 9pm at the Tuggeranong Hockey Park, conveniently located at the end of Soward Way in Greenway. Games are held at Hockey ACT's two locations, Tuggeranong and Lyneham, over the weekends, depending on grade and age for junior competitions. Additionally, for kids under 9 years old, the Tuggeranong Hookin2Hockey programme takes place on Saturday mornings during school terms 2 and 3 at Tuggeranong Hockey Park.
If you are interested in becoming a member of TVHC, registration can be done online using Hockey ACT's registration system revolutioniseSPORT. For kids under 9 years old, registration can be completed on the HookIn2Hockey website. If you have any inquiries, you can reach out to the relevant registrar using the contact form provided on the club's website.
TVHC's kit, including playing gear, can be purchased from the TVHC store, accessible through the website. Membership fees for the outdoor season vary depending on age and grade. For example, HookIn2Hockey fees for U7s and U9s are $40, in addition to annual Hockey Australia and Hockey ACT levies totalling $77. 50 (excluding participation pack).
Junior fees range from $190 for U11 to $570 for two junior teams. Senior fees vary depending on the league, starting from $545 for State League 2-5 to $620 for Capital League 1 & 2. Casual players can participate at $42 per game, with a maximum of 10 games before full fees apply.
TVHC extends its gratitude to its major sponsor, Vikings Group, and sponsor Synergy Group, as well as its other supporters who contribute to the club's ongoing success. For those interested in joining the Vikings Hockey family or for any further inquiries, the 2023 TVHC committee, led by President Peter Hill, can be contacted via the provided details.