Hoops 4 Health
Inspiring Healthy
Lifestyles Through Basketball
Hoops 4 Health is an engaging and educational programme designed to promote healthy living and physical activity among young people.
Delivered by Leicester Riders players and Foundation staff, this programme empowers students in Years 5 & 6 with essential life skills while introducing them to the game of basketball.
Hoops 4 Health has two key parts:
Hoops 4 Health Roadshow
In-School Session
A dynamic two-hour session held at your school, combining education and sport. Students rotate through four interactive workshops focusing on:
- Fitness & exercise – Understanding the importance of staying active.
- Healthy eating – Learning how nutrition impacts performance and well-being.
- Smoking cessation – Educating young people on the dangers of smoking.
- Basketball skills session – A fun, practical session led by professional coaches and Leicester Riders players.
Hoops 4 Health Tournament
Game Day Experience
Schools that take part in the programme are invited to the Hoops 4 Health Tournament, held at the Mattioli Arena before a Leicester Riders home game. Students will compete in a friendly competition before enjoying the excitement of a live Riders game.
Each school receives:
- 10 student tickets to the game.
- 2 staff tickets to accompany the group.
Pricing & Booking
Hoops 4 Health is the perfect way to inspire young people, encourage healthy habits, and introduce them to basketball in a fun and engaging way.
£500
per school.
