Quick answer
Choose the Training Kit if you want all-round home training in a small space: it combines a Rebounder for passing, Skills Zone tiles for footwork and a Skiller for ball control. Choose the Passing Kit if passing and receiving are the priority and your floor is rough, uneven or needs protecting: it pairs a Rebounder with 36 flooring tiles. Choose the Training Zone for Professionals only if you have a dedicated room or garage and several players, or you run a club or academy. If you only need one thing, buy that single product instead of a kit.
Key takeaways
- Start from your weakest skill and your space, not from the biggest box.
- Training Kit: passing, footwork and ball control for one player in a small area.
- Passing Kit: passing and receiving on a smooth, consistent surface.
- Pro kit: for clubs, academies or families with a large, dedicated space.
- A wall, cones and a ball are still a good free starting point.
The three kits side by side
| Kit | What's inside | Main focus | Space needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Training Kit | Rebounder, Skills Zone (15 tiles), Skiller | All-round: passing, footwork, ball control | A small room or garage corner |
| Passing Kit | Rebounder + 2 × 18 flooring tiles, 36 tiles in total (4 m² / 43 ft²) | Passing and receiving | About 4 m² (43 ft²) plus room to step |
| Training Zone for Professionals | 90 flooring tiles, 2 Rebounders, Skiller, Skills Zone 360, Goal Target (goal not included) | Everything, for several players | About 10 m² (108 ft²) or more |
Each flooring tile is 33 × 33 cm (13 × 13 in). One pack of 18 covers about 2 m² (21.5 ft²).
Training Kit: the all-rounder
Who it fits: one player, roughly age 9 and up, who trains in a garage, basement or spare room and wants variety. A typical session can move from ball control on the Skiller to footwork on the tiles and finish with passing against the Rebounder.
Sample 20-minute session:
- 5 minutes Skiller ball control with colour calls from the free Field Hockey App
- 5 minutes footwork on the Skills Zone: 4 × 45 seconds, 30 seconds rest
- 8 minutes push and receive against the Rebounder from 3–4 m (10–13 ft): forehand, reverse stick, one-touch
- 2 minutes challenge: clean passes in 60 seconds
Honest limits: it does not include flooring, so you need a reasonably smooth floor for passing. The Skills Zone is smaller than the 360 version, so it suits footwork patterns more than large multi-directional movement.
Passing Kit: for passing and receiving
Who it fits: midfielders and defenders, or any player whose coach says "first touch" too often. Also the right choice when the garage floor is cracked concrete, or the room has a floor you need to protect.
Sample drill block: stand 3–5 m (10–16 ft) from the Rebounder. Do 3 × 2 minutes forehand push and receive, 3 × 2 minutes receiving on the reverse stick and moving the ball to the forehand, then 2 × 1 minute one-touch passing. Rest 30 seconds between sets.
Honest limits: there is no ball control trainer or footwork tool in this kit. The tiles give a smooth, consistent roll, but they are not artificial turf, so the ball will behave a little differently on the pitch. If your floor is already smooth, the Rebounder alone may be enough.
Training Zone for Professionals: for groups
Who it fits: clubs, academies, coaches who run small-group sessions, and families with siblings and a dedicated space. Two Rebounders mean two players can pass at the same time. The Goal Target is for accuracy work on a pitch goal.
Honest limits: for one player in a garage corner, this is too much. It also needs time to lay out and store. The Goal Target attaches to a goal, which is not included, and shooting practice belongs on the pitch, not indoors.
How to decide in three questions
- What is the weakest skill? Passing and first touch point to the Passing Kit. Ball control and footwork point to the Training Kit.
- What is the floor like? Rough, cold or delicate floors are a reason to include tiles.
- How many players will use it? One player rarely needs the Pro kit. Three or more players training together may.
When a single product is better
Kits make sense when you would buy two or more items anyway. If you only care about one skill, a single product is better value:
- Only ball control: the Skiller.
- Only passing on a good floor: the Rebounder.
- Only footwork and reaction in all directions: the Skills Zone 360.
And if money or space is tight, a wall, four cones and a ball cover most basic drills. Training aids make practice more consistent and fun; they do not replace a plan.
Safety note: indoors and at home, keep the ball on the floor. Pushes, dribbling and receiving only. Hitting, lifting and drag flicks belong on the pitch with supervision and protective gear.
FAQ
What is the difference between the Training Kit and the Passing Kit?
Both include a Rebounder. The Training Kit adds Skills Zone tiles and a Skiller for footwork and ball control. The Passing Kit adds 36 flooring tiles for a smooth passing surface.
Which kit is best for a beginner?
For most beginners, the Training Kit, because it covers several basic skills in a small space. Younger beginners can also start with just the Skiller.
Do I need flooring tiles to use the Rebounder?
No. On a smooth hard floor, the Rebounder works on its own. Tiles help when the floor is rough, uneven or needs protection.
Is the Training Zone for Professionals worth it for one player?
Usually not. It is built for groups, clubs and dedicated training spaces. One player gets more value from a smaller kit or single products.
Can I hit the ball against the Rebounder indoors?
No. Indoors, use push passes only. Hard hits are for the pitch, with enough space and supervision.
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In the US? The Rebounder, Skiller and Skills Zone are also available on Amazon.
