SmartGrass offers purpose-built surfaces for field hockey to suit every level of play. Our FastPro 13 is rated by the FIH as a ‘Global Elite’ water-based turf, while our Active 12 and Championship 18 are our premier sand-filled options, offering greater versatility for facilities that host other sports or events alongside hockey. All options are available in a range of colours, with custom line markings and logos to make the field your own. Give us a call to discuss which might be the best fit for your project!
SmartGrass for Sports
Hockey Turf
Fast, true and consistent underfoot, built for the pace hockey demands. SmartGrass delivers a playing surface New Zealand clubs and schools can rely on, season after season.
Field Hockey Artificial Grass Engineered for Consistent Play
If maintaining your hockey field is taking more time than actual training sessions, then perhaps it’s time to rethink the surface!
SmartGrass is engineered for consistent, high-performance play, delivering the ideal balance of speed, ball roll and durability required for modern hockey. Built to handle intense training schedules and competitive match days, SmartGrass hockey turf stands up to heavy use without losing its quality finish.
Join the schools and clubs across New Zealand who have already made the switch and get more value, more playtime and more performance from your hockey field.
Why choose SmartGrass for your Hockey Turf in NZ?
Highest Quality Sports Turf in NZ
Made for High Intensity Use
Free, No Obligation Quote & Design Service
Full Project Management
Preferred Supplier to Ministry of Education
Up to 10 Year Warranty
A Surface That Supports Fast, Accurate Play
Consistency and predictability are vital to support effective training. If your hockey surface can’t deliver reliable speed and ball control, performance suffers. SmartGrass is built to eliminate that uncertainty.
Every project begins with a stable, uniform base of compacted aggregate or existing concrete for upgrade projects. From there, we install one of our high-performance synthetic hockey turf systems, engineered for elite-level play and rated by the International Hockey Federation (FIH) for international grade games.
For projects requiring additional safety, shockpad underlays can be installed to provide enhanced impact absorption, making the surface suitable for players of all ages.
Built for High-Intensity Hockey Training and Matches
Think about what your facility could look like if your field was never the problem. No post-match repair jobs. No watching a pristine surface deteriorate after a wet winter. No scheduling around a field that needs time to recover.
For facilities managers and club administrators, ordinary grass comes with a hidden cost that goes beyond maintenance, it’s the cancelled bookings, the unusable training days, and the constant compromise between keeping the surface alive and actually using it.
SmartGrass is built for fields that need to perform on demand, not recover from the last time they did. The same surface that hosts a championship match on Saturday is ready to go again on Monday, no intervention required. And when upkeep is needed, it’s as simple as brushing the fibres upright with a stiff broom to keep things looking and performing at their best.
All SmartGrass Sports Turf is accredited by World Sport Governing Bodies
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Hockey Turf Range
Our synthetic hockey turf range is engineered for international-grade performance. It includes our premier FastPro 13 surface (FIH accredited) for elite competition and championship-level play, alongside our versatile Active-12 and Championship 18 systems, designed for multi-sport use without compromising durability or consistency. All are available in a range of colours, with custom stitching and logos to complete the look.
Discover More Sports Turf Options
Whether you’re protecting a design vision or handing over on spec, our team helps you specify the right evergreen surface for the job. Built for high-traffic commercial spaces and engineered to stay greener season after season, SmartGrass delivers a finish your clients notice – backed by people who’ve installed across all kinds of demanding environments.
Designed for New Zealand Fields
SmartGrass is designed and distributed right here in New Zealand. That means we understand the climate, ground conditions, and performance demands your field faces. Our team can recommend the right turf solution to ensure long-term durability, reliable play and a surface that performs season after season.
Auckland
Christchurch
Wellington
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Common Questions
How does artificial hockey turf affect ball speed and control?
Switching to a surface engineered for consistent ball travel and efficient water retention means your field supports performance rather than holding it back. Water retention keeps the surface cool and minimises friction, protecting players from burns and ensuring high-speed ball movement stays fast and true. Instead of battling uneven patches or inconsistent roll, players can focus on refining their skills.
Do we need a shockpad underlay beneath our artificial sports surface?
Most full sized sports fields are installed over an underlay to protect players from injury and absorb shock. A shockpad should especially be considered for school and professional grade applications to meet Head Injury Criteria (HIC).
Shockpads come in different thicknesses, from 10mm to 35mm+. We’ll let you know whether shockpad is appropriate for your project and what thickness is most suitable.
Can SmartGrass resurface an existing hockey field?
SmartGrass can be installed over a range of existing surfaces, including concrete, asphalt, ordinary grass, and existing artificial turf, making it a straightforward solution for upgrading your current field.