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Hoops4Kids incorporates a variety of activities to cultivate each child’s mind, body and soul. Not only will participants enjoy the athletic aspects of our program, but they will also learn valuable life lessons.

Basketball

History of Basketball
Team Spirit
Starting Basketball
The Basketball Court
Dribbling Skills
Passing Skills
Shooting Skills
Team Defense
Individual Defense
Video Sessions
Lectures by Current and Former players

Education

• Lectures - By Community leaders on different ethnic groups
• Visits by various Nigerien professionals to talk- about setting educational goals and staying in school

Health

• Age appropriate workshop on AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases
• Workshop on malaria and malaria prevention
• Workshop on nutrition and basic health care
• Nigerien Guest Speakers from different health professions and International Health Organizations

Cultural Sharing

• Zarma, Hausa, Tuareg and Fulani children will interact through the game of basketball
• Community building activities