BENEFITS FOR CHILDREN

• Children learn the fundamental motor skills for future physical activity and sports participation;

• Children learn the basics of fitness conditioning, muscle management and well-being;

• Children learn the importance of health and nutrition;

• Important physiological and mental skills are nurtured;

• Respect for others as well as social, team work and cooperation skills are developed;

• Contact with coaches, ambassadors, older children and parents provides valuable role modelling;

• Children are exposed to multi-functional environments creating greater self-confidence;

• Physically active children are more attentive, have a more efficient memory and better problem solving skills;

• Children are coached and encouraged by accredited and periodically assessed coaches;

• Children are exposed to the Australian Basketball pathway from Aussie Hoops through to the elite level; and

• Aussie Hoops provides a structured and federally endorsed program for children to participate in over a five year period.

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BENEFITS FOR PARENTS

• Convenient, local opportunities for safe, quality time with your child and family;

• The opportunity to engage with children and other families in a common setting;

• Greater social contact and interaction;

• Opportunities to become actively involved in program delivery; and

• Periodic and consistent activity for the whole family.