Introductory mini basketball is an activity designed for children aged 6–8 years to experience the game of basketball in a comprehensive, playful, and fully adapted manner to their development.

The focus is not so much on technique, but rather on discovering the game, understanding how to move, dribble the ball, pass it, and shoot at a basket with an adapted height. The sessions are based on motor skill games, circuits, and highly active exercises that allow for the acquisition of basic skills in a natural and fun way.

Children do not participate in formal weekly competitions; instead, we will organize quarterly gatherings where adapted 3-on-3 matches and skill stations will be held.

Objectives

Motor and Technical Objectives

• Develop ball control with both hands.
• Learn to dribble in a straight line and dribble while changing hands.
• Execute simple passes and receive the ball securely.
• Introduce shooting at the basket with adapted materials (soft balls, low hoops).
• Improve general coordination (jumping, stopping, turning, changing direction).

Tactical Objectives

• Understand and apply simple situations: space occupation, passing lanes, off-ball play.
• Promote orderly defense-to-offense transitions.

Cognitive Objectives

• Understand very simple concepts: “offense,” “defense,” “pass,” “basket.”
• Improve the ability to follow instructions.
• Learn to recognize open spaces and move without colliding with others.

Methodology

General Methodology

• 100% playful sessions with a wide variety of games.
• Short and dynamic activities (changing every 5–8 minutes).
• Adapted materials: soft balls or size 3, low hoops, cones, hoops.
• There is no strict “technical” correction; guidance is provided through global proposals.

Centers where the activity takes place: