Our Programs
The CRBF run various programs including the below. Use the links at the bottom of this page to find out more about our programs.
CRBF Mentoring
The Mentoring programme is a CRBF ran programme which is delivered in partnership with the Canterbury Rams organisation. The programme’s purpose is to provide mentoring for tamariki & rangatahi from higher deprivation areas through the platform of basketball. The programme takes a 12 month approach with basketball integrated with short mentoring discussions to build trust between mentor & mentee to support the young person’s development of understanding of self & others.
Rams In School
The CRBF delivers an approved Basketball NZ Kiwi Hoops program in schools through a contract agreement to access Rams resources. The programme is delivered over 8 weeks to groups/classes of tamariki & rangatahi (boys & girls) to encourage increased participation in physical activity. The focus is on developing the teacher’s ability & confidence to deliver a basketball sessions so the programme could be continued without the CRBF’s direct involvement.
Mainland Eagles
The Academy is a Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ) endorsed programme which aims to help support the development of young people & coaches throughout the South Island. Through utilising basketball as the medium to open up academic, leadership and life experiences. As a result, basketball can be utilised to develop well rounded, educated & community service focused individuals who contribute to society in a positive manner.
CRBF Hoops In-Schools
The CRBF Hoops In-Schools Programme’s target setting are higher deprivation schools and communities through Canterbury & Tasman
