Silverbacks Ice Hockey Club
Belong on ice. Lead beyond it.
Silverbacks Ice Hockey Club is the flagship ice-hockey pathway powered by Breaking Boundaries Foundation. From first-time skaters to developing competitors, Silverbacks creates age-appropriate opportunities through coaching, competition, mentorship and character development.
Strength. Unity. Relentless.
Boys & girls welcome
Ages 4+, all backgrounds
Beginners welcome
First two trial sessions free
Confirmed venue
Festival Mall Ice Rink
Introductory camp
14 September 2026
Formal launch
1 February 2027
Founding capacity
Up to 100 members
Junior training
Mondays · 18:00 – 19:00
Adult training
Mondays · 19:00 – 20:00
Game days
Sundays · subject to league schedule
Individual group sizes will be controlled according to age, experience, skill, safety and coach-to-player ratios.
Why Silverbacks?
Open entry. Structured development.
Silverbacks was created to make ice hockey more accessible without lowering the standard. The programme provides a structured environment in which players can learn, compete, belong and progress.
Through coaching, mentorship, discipline and whole-person development, Silverbacks aims to build capable athletes and confident people.
Entry is open. Development is structured. Progression is earned.
Strength · Unity · RelentlessChoose your programme
Four pathways. One standard.
Ages 4–13
Primary School Hockey
A beginner-friendly introduction to skating, movement, confidence, teamwork and foundational hockey skills for boys and girls.
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Ages 14–19
Girls Youth Programme
A dedicated pathway for beginner and developing female players, focused on skill, confidence, leadership, belonging and competitive development.
The Girls Youth Programme will be led by a female coach.
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Ages 14–19
Boys Youth Programme
A structured pathway for beginner and developing male players, focused on discipline, teamwork, competition, leadership and personal growth. Brotherhood on Ice.
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Ages 20+
Adult Learn-to-Play
An accessible pathway for adults who want to learn the sport, improve their skating, train recreationally or progress towards competitive participation.
Register InterestMixed sessions may share the same ice allocation, with participants separated into appropriate age, experience, skill and development zones.
How to join
Five steps onto the ice.
01
Register Interest
Form, email or WhatsApp.
02
Introductory Camp
Attend on 14 September 2026.
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Two Free Trials
New players receive two free trial sessions.
04
Assessment
Age, skating, hockey, skill, confidence and safety. Equipment discussed.
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Join a Pathway
Placed into the appropriate group and start the journey.
Player pathway
First skate to leadership beyond playing.
First Skate
Confidence, balance and basic movement.
Learn to Play
Skating, puck control, passing, shooting and game awareness.
Foundation Development
Age-appropriate coaching and structured practice.
Competitive Development
Game experience, team systems and higher standards.
Performance Squad
Coach-led selection for players ready for advanced development.
Leadership Beyond Playing
Refereeing, coaching, mentoring and leadership opportunities.
Entry is open. Development is structured. Performance selection is earned.
Progression may be based on age, skill, attendance, commitment, conduct, coach assessment, and formal selection where appropriate.
What players receive
Beyond the scoreboard.
Coaching and Ice Time
Structured sessions, age-appropriate development.
Mentorship and Leadership
Older players, coaches and role models.
Fitness, Nutrition and Wellbeing
Whole-person athletic development.
Anti-Bullying and Safe-Team Standards
A respectful, safe environment for every player.
Equipment Fitting and Access Support
Full approved protective equipment is compulsory. Skates and selected introductory equipment may be available, subject to size, stock and confirmed arrangements. Equipment-loan, rental and sponsorship pathways are being developed.
Coaching, Refereeing and Future Pathways
Leadership beyond playing — coaching, officiating, mentoring.
Why the Silverback?
Strength. Family. Leadership.
The silverback leads through calm strength, protects the group and earns trust through consistency. That is the standard Silverbacks aims to develop: leadership without arrogance, confidence without intimidation and strength used in service of the team.
The Silverbacks standard
Five words. No exceptions.
Discipline
Show up. Do the work. Repeat.
Respect
Respect teammates, coaches, opponents and officials.
Resilience
Face setbacks. Reset. Improve.
Accountability
Own the preparation. Own the decision. Own the result.
Belonging
Every player deserves safety, respect and a genuine place within the team.
Momentum already underway
Confirmed. Already moving.
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Schools contacted
Silverbacks has engaged 75 schools regarding the development programme.
60%+
School response rate
More than 60% of contacted schools have responded to the outreach.
100+
Expressions of interest
More than 100 prospective participants have expressed interest in the programme and introductory camp.
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Confirmed venue
Festival Mall Ice Rink is the confirmed Silverbacks training venue, with confirmed ice allocation.
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Coach development team confirmed
Silverbacks has confirmed a three-coach development team covering the relevant age and development groups. The Girls Youth Programme will be led by a female coach.
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Coach announcements
Individual coach names, qualifications and profiles will be announced shortly.
Practical information
Where, when and how much.
Confirmed venue
Festival Mall Ice Rink
Festival Mall
CR Swart Drive and Kelvin Street
Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1619
Training & games
- Juniors: Mondays · 18:00–19:00
- Adults: Mondays · 19:00–20:00
- Games: Sundays · subject to league schedule
Important dates
- Introductory camp: 14 September 2026
- Formal launch: 1 February 2027
Fees
- Monthly training fee: R750
- Annual registration/affiliation: R500
- Game fee: R100 per game
- First two trial sessions: Free
Parent confidence & safety
Safe. Respectful. Development-focused.
Silverbacks is committed to a safe, respectful and development-focused environment. Club standards will address anti-bullying, safeguarding, player conduct, parent conduct, coach conduct, emergency procedures, injury management, photography consent, locker-room supervision and formal reporting of concerns.
Coaching team
Three-coach development team confirmed.
Silverbacks has confirmed a three-coach team covering the relevant age and development groups. The Girls Youth Programme will be led by a female coach. Names, qualifications and individual profiles will be announced once the final coaching information pack is complete.
Contact
Contact the Silverbacks management team.
All enquiries are monitored by Silverbacks management.
Website
www.silverbackshockey.co.zaPublic location
Festival Mall Ice Rink, Kempton Park
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A flagship ice-hockey pathway powered by Breaking Boundaries Foundation.
Powered by Breaking Boundaries Foundation — Registered Non-Profit Company 2026/410568/08.