Cricket Coaching in Hertford
HECC gives cricketers in and around Hertford a proper indoor home for their cricket. Our Sawbridgeworth centre is perfect for players of all ages and abilities, with five full-length lanes, ECB-qualified coaches and bowling machines, open seven days a week, so you can train all year round rather than only in the summer.
Whether you play for a Hertford club, want one-to-one coaching for your child, or simply want somewhere to bat and bowl over winter, HECC has the space and the expertise to help you improve.
The HECC Coaching Pathway
Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11
Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13
Senior Academy – Ages 14-18
What is on offer
- One-to-one and small-group coaching from £60.
- Indoor net hire from £28 per lane per hour, with bowling machines for £15 per hour.
- Junior and senior development squads and academies.
- The National Fast Bowling Academy and the Spin Academy, led by former England bowler Peter Such.
- Holiday cricket camps at £45 per day.
Coaching led by an ECB Level 4 Master Coach
Our Director of Coaching, Luke Humphrey, is an ECB Level 4 Master Coach with more than twenty years of experience, including work as a Performance Director with Hertfordshire County Cricket Association. He leads a team of ECB-qualified coaches who work with Hertfordshire players every week. There is free parking on site. Why not book today? Use the booking form, call us on 01279 724782 or email enquiries@heccsport.com, and we will do the rest.EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
Where is HECC compared with Hertford?
HECC is in Sawbridgeworth, east of Hertford, with free parking on site and easy access by car.
Do you offer indoor nets as well as coaching?
Yes. We have five full-length indoor lanes for hire from £28 per lane per hour, and you can add a bowling machine for £15 per hour.
Is the coaching suitable for club players?
Yes. We coach club and county-standard players as well as juniors and beginners, with batting, bowling and spin specialists.
Do you have specialist bowling coaching?
Yes. We are home to the National Fast Bowling Academy and the Spin Academy, which is led by former England bowler Peter Such.
When are you open?
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Herts & Essex Cricket Centre
Welcome to the ultimate indoor cricket experience at the Herts & Essex Cricket Centre. Perfect for players of all ages and abilities, our state‑of‑the‑art indoor nets provide the ideal environment for year‑round practice, coaching and fun.
1-to-1 coaching
“Our private one-to-one coaching sessions are tailored to each player’s individual needs, focusing on improving technique, refining skills, and boosting overall performance. Players of all ages and abilities can benefit from expert guidance, personalised drills, and focused practice.
Private Hire
Did you know? Many players want some alone time and practice without the distraction and book a daytime Solo Special. Just you, the bowling machine and the automatic feeder, or simply a net for bowling practice.
Academies
Our cricket academies provide a clear pathway for players of all ages, from beginner juniors to advanced seniors, focusing on skill development, game understanding, and performance growth.
Hecc cricket is proudly...
Home to renowned academies
Home of the National Fast Bowling Academy
The NFBA is a fast bowling programme developed and managed by a team of expert coaches, current professionals and specialised trainers to produce young fast bowlers capable of breaking into first-class county sides.
Home of the Spin Academy
The Spin Academy has been developed to support gifted spin bowlers on their development journey. Led by former England bowler Peter Such, the Spin Academy is administered through a blended approach that relies on the world’s best spin practices.