Aussie Hoops Geelong
Ford Aussie Hoops is Australia’s official junior game development program recommended for 5-8 year olds.
Location:
The Geelong Arena
Mondays 4pm
Sessions are 45 mins in length.
Term 3 2026 Aussie Hoops will commence on Monday 13 July and will conclude on Monday 14 September. This term consists of 10 sessions.
Cost
$70 + association fees*
*Association fees are currently:
$5 for Basketball Victoria and $5.50 for Basketball Australia.
This price does not include merchandise. The Aussie Hoops Merchandise pack can be added on during the registration process. Cost is $50. This will be sent to you directly. The Core pack is available for all Victorian participants which includes reversible singlet, size 4 or 5 basketball, and stickers.
Note: We recommend the size 5 basketball as this is what ball size they will play with when joining a team.
PayPal’s Pay in 4 is offered as a payment option.
Aussie Hoops is a national program which provides an environment where children of all abilities can achieve and reap the rewards of basketball skill development, enhanced self-esteem, social cooperation and grassroots sports participation. Aussie Hoops introduces children to basketball in a structured and accredited environment that connects our game at the grassroots through to the elite level. The coaching curriculum and sequentially developed program consists of warm-up games, skill activities and modified games all delivered by accredited coaches.
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, teamwork 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.
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;
Periodic and consistent activity for the whole family; and
Pathway into joining a team sport.
All participants receive a certificate of completion for each term.
We recommend completing at least a term of Aussie Hoops if you are 5 or 6 years old prior to joining a team. If you are 7 or over you may be able to jump straight into the knights junior program depending on your experience and confidence levels.
If you require further information on the Aussie Hoops program please contact us - geelong.vytis@gmail.com