Ball With Your Hero Programme - Building Bonds Through Basketball

The Birmingham Rockets Ball With Your Hero Programme is a structured basketball initiative designed to bring young people and their chosen role models together through sport, strengthening relationships and promoting positive influence through shared experience.

Programme Details (April – August)

Who the Programme Is For

- Young people aged 7–14 years
- Attending with their chosen hero (parent, guardian, sibling, or mentor)
- Open to all ability levels — no prior basketball experience required

Location & Time

Venue: Nechells Wellbeing Centre
Day: Fridays
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM

What’s Included (All Months)

- Qualified and experienced coaching
- Structured, themed sessions
- All basketball equipment provided
- Safe, inclusive and supportive environment
- Partner-based learning (young person + hero)

Monthly Breakdown

April – Engagement & Introduction

Sessions: 2
Cost: £20 per pair (or £10 per session)

April acts as an entry point into the programme, offering a short two-session block designed to introduce participants to the environment, coaching style, and structure.

Sessions focus on:

- Basic basketball skills (dribbling, passing, shooting)
- Simple partner activities to build comfort and communication
- Creating a positive and welcoming first experience

This month is ideal for new participants looking to get involved in a low-commitment format.