AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

10-Week Basketball Programs for 5-17 Year Olds

After-School Basketball That’s All About Having Fun, Making Friends and Learning New Skills

Our basketball programs keep kids moving and learning as they connect through real coaching, teamwork and a place where every child feels welcome and valued.

No tryouts or experience needed. Just bring the energy!

Why Parents (and Kids) Love Our After-School Basketball Programs

✅ All Skills Welcome - From beginner to advanced (Ages 5-17)

✅ Build Confidence - Kids grow with every session

✅ Make Friends Easily - Team play helps kids connect fast

✅ Structured, Coach-Led Sessions - Every activity has purpose

✅ In the heart of Crows Nest - Convenient for North Sydney families

✅ Burn Energy the Right Way - Physical activity with structure

✅ Fun Without Screens - Real play, real connection

✅ No Tryouts Needed - Every kid gets to join in and enjoy

Ready to Join the Fun? Pick a Program.

For Beginners

K-2 Active Start
5-9 Years

Get your child moving, smiling and falling in love with basketball. Packed with fun, confidence-building games and a safe environment.

3-4 Fundamentals
7-10 Years

Learn the game, love the game! Learn the SUPER 6 basketball skills in a fun, inclusive setting that gets kids game ready

5-6 Learn to Train
9-12 Years

Ready to train with purpose? Break down key basketball skills and learn how to train like a pro by blending skill development, strategy, fun, and teamwork.

7-8 Learn to Compete
11-14 Years

Take your game to the next level. Built for players ready to compete, with a focus on strategy, skills and playing smarter.

For The Girls

Active Start
5-9 Years

Just for the girls, where confidence meets the court! A fun, supportive intro to basketball led by inspiring female coaches and perfect for first timers.

For girls ready to level up! Blending skill-building and teamwork in a fun, focused environment led by female coaches.

Fundamentals
7-10 Years

Learn to Compete
11-17 Years

For girls ready to grow their game and own the court. Blending advanced skills, confidence-building, and game play in a supportive, high-energy environment.

For Intermediate

K-2 Little Bears League
5-9 Years

Ready to go beyond the basics? Built for young ballers with experience, combining gameplay and skill work to boost confidence, team work and decision making.

3-4 Little Bears League
7-10 Years

Already nailed the basics? Take things up a level with real game play, sharper skills, and team-focused learning.

Bears Shooting Factory
9-17 Years

Want to be a knock-down shooter? Focus on perfecting your shot with technical coaching, feedback, and drills to boost accuracy and confidence.

For Advanced

Emerging Bears
9-12 Years

For rising players ready to take the next step. Building technical skills and game IQ for players aiming to break into reps.

Bears Academy
12-15 Years

Built for ballers who want more - more challenge, more growth, more game. Push yourself to sharpen your skills and compete at the next level with this program.

The Future Bears program targets players from our Miniball competitions who demonstrate potential to grow as future Bears. The program introduces representative concepts such as spacing and offensive/defensive transition rules and other super 6 skills, while also preparing them for representative trials in 2025.

Enquire with Mike Golding through mike.golding@nsba.com.au

Future Bears
8 Years

 

A Convenient Spot for Sydney Families

All sessions are held at North Sydney Indoor Sports Centre.

Address: Level 5, 36 Hume Street, Crows Nest, NSW, 2065

Phone: (02) 9906 7877

We’re located right in the heart of Crows Nest, close to cafes and shops if you plan to wait nearby. It’s easy to reach from North Sydney, Lane Cove, Chatswood, and surrounding suburbs.

There’s 2-hour free parking at the Hume Street car park next door, plus additional street parking nearby. The venue has restrooms, baby changing, seating for parents, and a safe indoor environment for kids.