“Armagh HC have been participating in Den Bosch international Tournament and the Holland Elite Hockey Cup for several years. The tournaments are professionally organised, with a great team of staff who deliver a fantastic experience for the teams.”
WELCOME TO
BELGIUM
Embark on an unforgettable 6-day Field Hockey tour through Belgium, thoughtfully designed to inspire your team and strengthen their development both on and off the field. Thank you for choosing to explore this exciting journey with us.
We’ve crafted an itinerary that blends top-level hockey development with authentic Belgian cultural experiences. Your team will train under guidance from elite Belgium coaches and former internationals, gaining fresh insights into the fast, creative Belgian style of play. Throughout the week, your players will compete in friendly matches against strong local Belgian opponents, offering a true taste of European competition in the vibrant hockey hub of Brussels.
Your adventure begins in Brussels, where your team will settle into a centrally located hotel before heading out for a light training session with your own coaches at one of our partner clubs. Over the next days, you’ll take part in a high-level clinic, enjoy a guided bike tour through the European capital, and play multiple friendly matches across the Brussels hockey region.
Beyond hockey, you will explore Belgium’s cultural highlights, from discovering Brussels’ iconic spots such as Parc du Cinquantenaire, the European Quarter and the lively Grand Place area, to a full day excursion to Antwerp. There, you will wander through the historic city center, visit the Grote Markt and Cathedral district, and take in the modern harbour and eating Belgium waffles. Each experience provides meaningful moments for team bonding, recovery and enjoyment.
As the tour progresses, the blend of competitive fixtures, professional coaching and cultural discovery ensures a balanced and memorable journey. From group dinners to relaxed evenings exploring the city, every element is designed to strengthen team spirit on and off the field.
We are committed to tailoring this tour to your team’s goals and comfort. If you would like to adjust any details or add special requests, please let us know. We are here to make your Belgian hockey adventure as seamless and inspiring as possible.
Here’s to an incredible Field Hockey journey through Brussels and Antwerp, the home of world class Belgian hockey and rich European culture.
See you in Belgium!
ABOUT
Holland Elite Sports Agency
Lifelong experiences combined with topsport
Holland Elite Sports Agency is a Sports & Travel agency based in The Netherlands, specializing in organizing elite-level tournaments, tours, clinics, and training camps for academy teams across different sports. We cater to what top teams expect, ensuring a good level of opposition, quality organization, and lifetime experiences.
Playing quality games against teams from various countries, with different playing styles, mentalities, and physiques, is essential for individual and team development. We aim to make players better, aligning with the ultimate goal of an academy, and our multifaceted offerings of tournaments, tours, clinics, and training camps facilitate this growth.
Our shareholders have impressive backgrounds in different sports. Current Dutch women’s national field hockey team Coach Raoul Ehren (and former head coach HC Den Bosch), former Indian women’s national field hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne (4th in 2021 Olympics), and FIFA Match Agent Jeroen Gösgens, who has organized sports events at the highest level for over 15 years.
We know firsthand what top teams want, and your team can expect the same quality treatment every top team deserves. Through our diverse range of offerings, including specialized tours and focused training camps, we aim to provide a comprehensive and professional experience at affordable prices, ensuring a valuable and enriching experience for your team.
Tour Highlights
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – ARRIVAL IN BRUSSELS & TRAINING SESSION WITH OWN COACHES
- Morning: uppon arrival in Brussels, the group checks in at the hotel. The central location offers easy access to several top Belgian hockey clubs and provides a comfortable base for the entire stay.
- Afternoon: a light training session with own coaches at a partner club in the Brussels region. This session allows the team to acclimatize to Belgian turf conditions and prepare for the days ahead.
- Evening: optional team walk through the lively streets around Grand Place.
Day 2 – HIGH LEVEL CLINIC BRUSSELS & FRIENDLY MATCH
- Morning: the team participates in a high-level clinic delivered by a former Belgian international or elite-level coach at a Brussels hockey club. The session focuses on technical sharpness, decision-making, and the dynamic Belgian style of attacking play.
- Afternoon: a friendly match will be played at a Brussels-based club. This early tour fixture offers an immediate competitive test and a chance to implement insights from the clinic.
- Evening: group dinner and time to relax.
Day 3 – BRUSSELS BIKE TOUR & FRIENDLY MATCH
- Morning: the team will enjoy a guided bike tour through Brussels, exploring iconic highlights such as Parc du Cinquantenaire, the European Quarter and the scenic lanes around the city. This active and enjoyable start of the day helps loosen the legs, supports recovery and offers a fun cultural experience before match preparation begins.
- Afternoon: the second friendly match is scheduled at a strong Brussels-region opponent. This fixture provides valuable match experience and an opportunity to apply the learnings from the previous clinic and match.
- Evening: Optional sightseeing with a group dinner.
Day 4 – ANTWERP DAYTRIP
- Morning: the team will travel from Brussels to Antwerp for a full-day excursion. Upon arrival, the group explores the vibrant historic centre, including the Grote Markt, the Cathedral area and the picturesque streets surrounding it. This cultural morning offers a relaxed and enjoyable break from the hockey program.
- Afternoon: the visit continues with time to discover Antwerp’s harbour district, the MAS museum area, or enjoy free time for shopping and sightseeing along the Meir. The day provides a perfect balance of team bonding, culture and fun in one of Belgium’s most iconic cities.
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Evening: return to Brussels after a full and enjoyable day trip.
Day 5 – FRIENDLY MATCH IN BRUSSELS REGION
- Morning: relaxed start to the day with time for recovery, stretching or video review.
- Afternoon: the third friendly match takes place at another competitive Brussels club. This final match offers a last opportunity to apply all learnings from both clinics and previous matches.
- Evening: team dinner and optional walk in the neighbourhood.
Day 6 – DEPARTURE
- Morning: check out after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your return flight.
- Afternoon: reflect on two unforgettable 6 days across Belgium.
Prices
Prices for a 6-day tour in Belgium
starts from 800,- euro.
Exact pricing depends on number of participants, type of accommodation (hostel, hotel ***/****),
stay in single, twin or quadruple rooms and time of the year traveling.
Coach Armagh Hockey Club
“Touring is about meticulous planning, establishing strong contacts, and effective communication. Holland Elite Sports Agency excels in these areas, providing an outstanding service. They worked tirelessly to ensure the best possible experience for our teams.”
Epsom College
“We wanna come back for sure – a wonderful moment for us. Good job everyone!”
Targeted Athlete Pathway Manager Canada Field Hockey National Team
“This is a very well-organised tournament which provided a challenge to our players in an excellent environment. All considerations were made around the accommodation, tournament venue and logistics to ensure that our players and staff were well cared for.”
Manchester United
“Thank you for all the effort in making this tour so memorable. Everything was organized so well, and the hospitality was amazing. We look forward to having more great experiences like this in the future!”
Head Coach SAI U21 Men
”Overall we had a very positive experience at our tour. The tour was very professional and well organised and good development experience for our young players.”
Irish FA
“Many thanks for the exceptionally well-organized tour! It was a true pleasure both on and off the field, a memory to never forget!”
U16G1 KHCLeuven
“The London Ladies Cup has been superbly organised – great facilities, a smooth format, and a really competitive edge that makes every game enjoyable.”
U16G Head Coach - Arsenal
“The London Ladies Cup has been a great learning experience. We have faced strong, physical teams and played on some of the best pitches we have ever seen.”
U16G Head Coach - Brøndby IF
“Fantastic tournament, great matches, and facilities. Great people around the tournament, who was easy to get in contact with.”
Head Coach U14
Teams that travelled with us
BOOKING INFORMATION
How does it work (booking process)
Step 1
Like what you see and wish to proceed with booking the tour? Great! We will send you a contractual agreement containing all inclusions of the tour. This agreement needs to be signed by you in order to confirm the tour.
Step 2
As soon as we’ve received the signed agreement back, we can gladly tell you the tour has been booked! Our finance department will now send you the deposit invoice.
Step 3
Once you’ve received the invoice, 25% of invoice amount (down payment) needs to be paid within 8 days of invoice date. 75% of invoice amount needs to be paid 8 weeks before departure.
Step 4
After we have received your down payment, we will start the organizing process. This means our Operations department will contact you to gather the necessary information and make the first arrangements for your team.
For full terms and conditions of Holland Elite Sports Agency, please check our website via the following link:
https://hollandelite.com/terms-and-conditions/