Are you aged 14-18 and want to learn basketball for free? Put on your sneakers, bring your smile, and come enjoy the summer at the THI Summer Youth Academy!
Boys & Girls
Age 14-18
Period A: 1-12/7
Period B: 15-26/7
Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00
Leonteios School, Patisia
No membership fee
Participants receive training clothes,
Nutritional lunch & Snack
Priority to vulnerable families
Basketball training
Games & Tournaments
Mentorings
Creative activities
Τhe THI Summer Youth Academy curriculum involves basketball training sessions, theoretical basketball schools, mentoring sessions, inspirational meet ups with Mentors, theatrical play, dance workshops and educational excursions.
The schedule presents an enriching daily itinerary, commencing at 09:00 and concluding at 17:00, Monday through Friday, offering a full 10 days of immersive experiences for each young athlete.
Join us in our mission to use basketball as a tool for social development and empowerment. Whether you choose to sponsor, mentor, or volunteer, your involvement will make a real difference in the lives of the communities we serve and contribute to the growth and success of our academy. Together, we can create a supportive and nurturing community where young athletes can flourish and reach their full potential through the transformative power of basketball.
By becoming a sponsor, you can help provide essential resources and support for our young athletes.
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We are seeking dedicated mentors who are passionate about basketball and eager to inspire and guide our players..
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If you are looking for a meaningful way to give back and support our community, volunteering at our academy is a wonderful opportunity.
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Founded in 2012, The Hellenic Initiative – THI, is a global non-profit organization that brings together Diaspora Greeks and Philhellenes to invest in Greece through programs focused on economic development and crisis relief. Since its founding, THI has invested more than $22 million in Greece and has grown to be the largest Greek Diaspora organization in the world.
At The Hellenic Initiative, we are committed to providing every young person with the tools they need in order to thrive. Through this partnership with Eurohoops Organization, we aim to create an unforgettable summer experience that empowers deserving individuals to reach their full potential, both on and off the court. Join us in transforming lives through education and sports, one participant at a time.
The THI Summer Youth Academy is an initiative fueled by the belief in the transformative power of education and sports. In partnership with Eurohoops, a leading basketball organization, we are proud to introduce a groundbreaking summer program designed to empower under-rescued boys and girls aged 14 to 18 years old living in the city of Athens.
The Academy combines rigorous basketball training with educational inspiration, unlocking development opportunities for participants, hosted at the Leonteios School of Athens.
At The Hellenic Initiative, we are committed to providing every young person with the tools they need in order to thrive. Through this partnership with Eurohoops Organization, we aim to create an unforgettable summer experience that empowers deserving individuals to reach their full potential, both on and off the court. Join us in transforming lives through education and sports, one participant at a time.
Eurohoops stands as the foremost organization in Europe, working on spreading the love for sport and fostering sportsmanship. Through a range of online and offline initiatives, Eurohoops works on teaching basketball’s fundamentals to children, shaping the next generation while utilizing modern and secure sports venues. Eurohoops is active in designing and executing many social awareness programs and high-profile events.
Registration period for July 2024 has been ended. If you need any information please contact the Academy.
The Hellenic Initiative (THI) is a global, nonprofit, secular institution mobilizing the Greek Diaspora and Philhellene community to support sustainable economic recovery and renewal for Greece and its people. Our programs address crisis relief through strong nonprofit organizations, led by heroic Greeks that are serving their country. They also build capacity in a new generation of heroes, the business leaders and entrepreneurs with the skills and values to promote the long term growth of Hellas.
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