Basic Underwater Hockey Rules

  • The aim of underwater hockey is to score by pushing or flicking the puck into your opponent’s goal.

  • The game is played below the surface with breaks allowed for goals or fouls.

  • Most games consist of two 15 minute halves, with a five minute rest period in between each half.

  • The game is played below the surface with breaks allowed for goals or fouls.

  • Players may only control and/or pass the puck using their stick (not hands or any body parts may assist in moving the puck).

  • All players are prohibited from making physical contact with anyone unless they are in possession of the puck.

  • The puck must not rest on the glove or be carried on top of the bat (or stopped deliberately by anything else).

  • For an in depth version of the rules, click here.

Underwater Hockey Gear - Where to Buy

We have multiple gear kits available for new players. For those looking to purchase their own gear, general underwater hockey kit - eg fins, masks and snorkels - can be purchased from most dive shops. Sticks and gloves need to be purchased online through specialised underwater hockey stores.

Dive shops in the ACT

  • Indepth Scuba, 2/2 Oatley Ct, Belconnen ACT 2617

  • Straight Line Sports, 22 Pirie St, Fyshwick ACT 2609.

Underwater Hockey Equipment Stores (Australia / New Zealand)

Underwater Hockey Equipment Shops (International)