Colorado Bears Field Hockey Club

Elementary School

Overview

The Colorado Bears Field Hockey Club - Denver Site offers fun and instructional skills sessions and game days for our Elementary School players, to develop their skills throughout the Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons. Whether you're new to field hockey or looking to take your game to the next level, we have a program for you/your player!

Looking for more competition? If you’re ready to take the next step, consider trying out for one of our Travel Teams, which offer the highest-level competition, elite training, and the opportunity to travel around the country competing against other out of state club teams.

Please see below for each program’s registration information.

Practice 2 Play League (Spring 2026)

The Colorado Bears Field Hockey Club is proud to announce a new hybrid program consisting of one practice (Thursday) and one game per week (Sunday). Practice 2 Play is open to field players and goalkeepers from K-8th grade (boys allowed in K-5th grade P2P League). The Spring League will also include the Summer Bash Playday, which is a fun-filled day of mini tournament-style games with prizes and awards!

Program Details:

  • Schedule: 6 Thursday Practices; 5 League Games played on Sundays concluding with Summer Bash Playday

  • Format:

    • Practices: development + skills session

    • Games: 6v6 games (5v5 for Cubs) using outdoor rules

  • Game Play: Two halves with a halftime break

  • Friend Requests: Players will be split up into teams by Colorado Bears staff. If you have a friend request, please include it in the registration.

The Practice 2 Play League offers an exciting way for players to build confidence, strengthen teamwork, and enjoy competitive play each week.

PRACTICE LOCATION (Colorado Academy Newton Turf Field)

GAME LOCATION (South Suburban Sports Dome)

  • Age Groups

    K - 2nd Grade: Register Here
    3rd - 5th Grade: Register Here

  • Cost

    Registration Fee:

    • Regular: $475 + transaction fees (until February 28)
    • Late: $500 + transaction fees (March 1 or later)

  • Schedule

    Practice Dates: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14

    Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM

    Game Dates: 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3 (No Game 5/10), 5/17 Summer Bash Playday

    Time: 12:00 - 1:15 PM

  • Location

    Practices @ Colorado Academy's Newton Turf Field: 3711 S Teller Street, Lakewood, CO 80235

    4/12 & 5/3 Games: East Boulder Community Park Turf Field #1: 5660 Sioux Dr, Boulder, CO 80303

    4/19 & 4/26 Games @ South Suburban Sports Dome: 6959 S Peoria St, Dove Valley, CO 80112 

2026 - 2027 Travel Team Tryouts

Travel team tryouts for the upcoming August 2026-June 2027 season will be held in June. This is a great opportunity for athletes who are interested in competing at a higher level, developing their skills, and representing our program in national tournaments.

Tryouts are open to all eligible players, and no prior travel experience is required. Players will be evaluated on fundamental skills, athletic ability, teamwork, and coachability.

  • Practice Location

    Colorado Academy - Newton Turf Field
    3711 S Teller Street
    Lakewood, CO 80235

  • Travel Team Trouts Schedule

    Tuesday, June 2:
    6:00-8:00 PM

    Saturday, June 13:
    8:00-10:00 AM

    Priority is given to those who attend both days of tryouts. Attending both sessions allows more time to be seen. All Travel Team candidates must register and pay to be considered.

  • Cost

    Regular: $200 + transaction fees 
    Late: $225 + transaction fees (May 1 or later)

Little Bears Winter (Dec 2026 - Mar 2027)

Our Little Bears Winter Program is for our youngest field hockey players who want to learn the sport for the first time or continue to develop their skills. The program is comprised of weekly skills sessions, one Scrimmage Day and one end of season Playday!

Indoor hockey is similar to outdoor hockey but played on a smaller field and on a faster paced surface vs turf. Indoor rules are slightly different from regular outdoor hockey and the format is 5 field players and a goalie due to the smaller playing area. There are also side boards that help keep the ball in play more and make for a faster more controlled game.

  • Age Groups

    Stay tuned for 2026-2027 details

  • Cost

    Stay tuned for 2026-2027 details

  • Practice Schedule

    Stay tuned for 2026-2027 details

  • Playdays

    Polar Bear Playday: End of winter season playday  | Fun-filled day of Round Robin games with prizes for the winning team in each division

Season Resources

All players are required to have

    • Field Hockey Stick
    • Shin Guards
    • Optional for Playdays: Navy & White Knee-High Socks (for over shin guards)
    • Mouth Guard
    • Cleats or Turf Shoes
    • Water Bottle 
    • Colorado Bears Reversible Pinnie

Players are responsible for buying a Colorado Bears pinnie. White and navy socks are optional for games. If you already have a Colorado Bears pinnie, there is no need to purchase another. If you do not have a Colorado Bears pinnie, PLEASE PURCHASE ONE AT CHECK OUT and we will bring it for you on the first day of practice.

No refunds will be given. Registrations are nonrefundable after receipt. No exceptions. The Colorado Bears do not pro-rate or offer makeups for missed dates.

Questions?

Email our Assistant Director, Miki Best at miki@coloradobears.com