Leeds Rhinos announce groundbreaking partnership

Leeds-based health tech firm, hero, will deliver health and wellbeing support to the Leeds Rhinos for the next three years.

The three-year partnership, which is based around its Navigator technology, will not just focus on the first-team, but will give support to all of the club’s staff – which numbers around 150.

“We are excited about this new partnership with hero; it marks the start of a new journey for the team here at Leeds Rhinos. hero’s Navigator technology will be an invaluable resource for our teams and will give them the help, support and guidance they need to enjoy a healthier and happier life,” explained Rob Oates, Commercial Director at Leeds Rhinos.

“Having access to such a comprehensive wellness tool is going to be important as we head into 2022 and what’s great about Navigator is that it’s completely bespoke to each individual user. We’re thrilled and extremely proud to provide such unique support for our teams and demonstrates our commitment to innovation and a people first approach – yet again.”

Hero has revealed that it provides a “holistic approach to health” from setting fitness challenges, to offering financial advice and therapy sessions.

“It’s amazing to see a brand like Leeds Rhinos understanding, recognising and responding to the changing landscape of the world we work in and providing a comprehensive support plan to support its employees and which can have a positive and marked difference on people’s lives,” added Joe Gaunt, CEO of hero.

“The ability to personalise health and wellbeing is so important for the end user and brands such as Leeds Rhinos, which recognise this are on to a winner and will reap the rewards this brings. It’s great to see the Rhinos leading the way and innovating and we look forward to supporting the entire organisation for the years to come across the health and wellbeing strategy.”