Nutri Hoops & Nutri Netters Launch in Milton Keynes
Families in Milton Keynes are invited to step onto the court this February as 5 On It Foundation in partnership with Nutri Troops launches Nutri Hoops & Nutri Netters, a brand-new, high-energy sports programme for toddlers and pre-school children aged 18 months to five years and their parents or guardians.
Starting on Saturday 21st February at Oakgrove School Community Hall, Venturer Gate, Milton Keynes, MK10 9JQ, the programme is supported by Milton Keynes Community Foundation, making sessions completely free for families to attend.
Nutri Hoops & Nutri Netters is an exciting, fun-filled sports experience designed to introduce young children to basketball, netball, movement and early healthy habits with their parents through play. It has been created by an inspiring team of professional athletes who will deliver the programme.
- Kai Williams – Professional Basketballer (Canada)
- Peter Bakare – 2012 Team GB Olympian and Founder of Nutri Troops
- Stacy Lloyd – International Barbados Netballer
The sessions focus on developing key transferable skills including balance, coordination, agility, listening, confidence and social interaction while keeping fun at the heart of everything. No experience is needed, families just come ready to move, laugh and enjoy time together.
Each session lasts 35 minutes and is tailored to children’s developmental stages:
- 9:35am – 10:10am
18 months – 2 years 5 months - 10:15am – 10:50am
2½ – 3½ years - 10:55am – 11:30am
3 years 7 months – 5 years (under 6 years)
Spaces are limited to ensure every child receives attention and support. Families can attend one week, all five weeks, or anything in between.
Nutri Hoops & Nutri Netters is open to families across Milton Keynes, particularly:
- Parents wanting quality time with their little ones
- Families introducing sport in a fun, pressure-free way
- Those looking for a positive Saturday morning activity
- Families supported through community organisations
Sessions are inclusive, welcoming and designed so every child feels like a champion. All equipment is provided.
Peter Bakare, 2012 GB Olympian and creator of Nutri Troops, said:
“We are incredibly grateful to Milton Keynes Community Foundation for their support, which has made this programme possible. Pre-school children often have little or no direct connection to sport and structured activity unless there is a cost involved. This programme creates a wonderful, accessible pathway for families to come together, move, laugh and build healthy habits in a session that is perfectly designed for young children.”
Whilst the sessions are free, families who wish to, can make an anonymous, pay-what-you-can, donation to support the 5 On It Foundation and help keep programmes like this running across Milton Keynes but there is absolutely no obligation to donate. Everyone is welcome.
Spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. For more information and to book go to: https://5onit.co.uk/nutri-hoops-and-nutrition-netters-1-5yrs/
The 5 On It Foundation continues to seek support to deliver high-quality, free sport and arts programmes for children and young people. We welcome any support from local businesses who want to join them in their mission to help future generations in Milton Keynes live healthier, happier lives.
