Hoop is a mobile application that enables parents to discover and book over 100,000 local activities for children aged newborn to 18 years, using location-based filtering to match activities with specific needs. The platform addresses the rising concerns of childhood obesity and mental health by promoting social engagement and physical activity through a diverse range of healthy options.
Funding
$8.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Parents often struggle to find suitable local activities for their children, leading to missed opportunities for social engagement, physical activity, and skill development. Existing search methods can be time-consuming and may not effectively filter activities based on age, location, or specific interests.
Solution
Hoop is a mobile application designed to streamline the discovery and booking of local activities for children aged newborn to 18 years. The platform uses location-based filtering to match activities with a family's specific needs and preferences, offering a diverse range of options. By promoting easy access to various activities, Hoop aims to encourage social interaction and physical activity among children. The app connects parents with a wide network of activity providers, simplifying the process of finding enriching experiences for their kids.
Target Audience
Hoop primarily targets parents with children aged newborn to 18 years who are seeking local activities to enhance their children's social, physical, and intellectual development.
Features
- Location-based search to find activities near the user
- Age-based filtering to display age-appropriate activities
- Categorization of activities by type (e.g., sports, arts, music)
- Booking functionality to reserve spots in activities directly through the app
- Parent reviews and ratings to help users make informed decisions
- Integration with activity providers to display real-time availability