Education Programmes

The Leicester Riders Foundation is committed to inspiring the next generation through basketball, offering a range of tailored coaching programmes for schools across Leicester and Leicestershire. Our engaging sessions focus primarily on Key Stage 2 and 3 students (ages 8-14), introducing them to the sport, developing their skills, and fostering a lifelong passion for basketball.

We work closely with schools to deliver bespoke coaching packages that integrate seamlessly into both curriculum-based PE lessons and after-school activities. Each programme is designed to meet the unique needs of the school, ensuring every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop through sport.

At the heart of our education initiatives is a commitment to using basketball as a tool for promoting physical activity, teamwork, communication, and overall well-being. Our coaching not only enhances technical basketball skills—such as ball handling, dribbling, and shooting—but also encourages positive social development, confidence building, and aspirational goal-setting.

Through our Foundation Academy, we also provide pathways for talented players to progress into elite basketball, helping to bridge the gap between grassroots participation and competitive opportunities at regional and national levels.

By embedding ourselves within the local community, we aim to ensure that young people across Leicester and Leicestershire experience the benefits of sport in a supportive and inclusive environment.