HERO Kids Sports

HERO Kids Sports, 4601 W 46th Ave, Denver, CO 80212

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About

HERO Kids Sports offers an 11-sport curriculum that includes baseball, basketball, football, floor hockey, gymnastics, kickball, lacrosse, soccer, track and field, and volleyball. The program also includes Mindfulness Yoga, gym games, obstacle courses, arts and crafts, water play, free play, brain games, and playground time.

• Ages: 2–12 years old

HERO Kids Sports runs park classes and indoor sessions, including indoor gym sports programs and park programs. Sports options include preschool and elementary school programs, camps and summer camps, birthday parties, private sessions and camps, and field days and events. Camps include a mix of sports and non-sport activities.

The HERO Kids Sports mission is to introduce sports to children at a young age within an encouraging, inspiring, and fun educational atmosphere, and through custom programs to nurture confidence, motivation, and a sense of belonging in every child, with the stated goal to “Inspire the HERO Inside” each participant. The program describes itself as an innovative, non-competitive sports enrichment program for kids ages 2–12 years old that teaches the fundamentals of sports and the values of teamwork in a fun and encouraging environment. Programs are curated for all skill and play levels and operate year-round, with a focus on promoting fitness, nutrition, friends, and fun.

HERO Kids Sports states that it prioritizes a culturally respectful and inclusive teaching and coaching environment and a socially and emotionally rich environment, with emphasis on cognitive regulation, emotional competencies, and social and interpersonal skills. The program describes its approach as using evidence-based practices with a focus on sports and wellness and a child-focused introduction to learning sports. Coaches are described as fun, inviting, comedian-like, theatrical, and humorous, and the staff includes a Registered Nurse Team, with coaches noted for high energy and the ability to motivate children while creating a fun learning environment.

The leadership team includes Founder and CEO Mike Simpson (Coach Mike), Director of Administrative Services Adriana Simpson (Coach Adriana), Senior Head Coach Paige Ruiz (Coach Paige), Vice President of Operations Maura Bird (Coach Mo), Assistant Manager Dominique Hernandez (Coach Dom), Managing Director Mckinzie Ellis (Coach Mckinzie), and the Program Management TEAM HERO. Community involvement includes preschool and elementary partnerships and a listed section for partners.

One parent testimonial states: “We had HERO Sports lead an activity at my son's 4th birthday party. The kids had the best time and Paige was wonderful with getting everyone to participate. I would highly recommend hiring them for a bday or event!” (Shannon Patterson).

Last updated March 17, 2026.

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