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Skills Sessions

We’re expanding and refining our weekly skills sessions to better support players at every stage of their journey. This new structure introduces three dedicated programs designed to match developmental needs more precisely:   

   – Rookies (Ages 4–6): A fun and active introduction to basketball focused on movement, coordination, and simple ball skills. Perfect for our youngest players who are just starting out.   

   – Rising Stars (Ages 7–9): Designed for primary school players, these sessions build essential skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and basic teamwork in a fun, engaging setting.

   – All Stars (Ages 10–12): Targeted at older beginners or developing players, these sessions provide more structured skill development, introducing players to game situations and concepts.

 

Each age group will have its own sessions, specifically tailored to their stage of development, with a focus on:

   – Building core basketball skills (dribbling, passing, shooting, movement)

   – Developing game understanding through fun, engaging activities

   – Supporting new players in a non-competitive, encouraging environment

 

To ensure quality coaching and individual attention, we will be capping numbers in each session to maintain a strong coach-to-player ratio. In addition, we are aiming to run more sessions across the week to offer families greater flexibility and make it easier for every child to participate consistently.

 

These programs are ideal for beginners, returning players, and anyone looking to strengthen their foundation before or alongside academy play.

Program Details | Term 4 2025

All programs run for 8 weeks. Commencing Week 2 of Term 4. 

$75 per term

Rookies Skills Sessions (Ages 4–6)

Saturdays from 9:00am–10:00am

Please note the time change for this session. 

Commencing  25 October and concluding 13 December

Rising Stars Skills Sessions (Ages 7–9)

Tuesday evenings 5:15pm – 6:15pm

Please note the updated time for this session.

Commencing 21 October and concluding 9 December

All-Stars Skills Sessions (Ages 10–12)

Due to the number of teams registered for our U14-18 competition, we have had to reallocate the court time on Friday afternoons in Term 4 and are unable to run a dedicated All Star Skills session.

 

As an alternative we are expanding the Tuesday Rising Star session into a combined Rising/All Star group. The Saturday morning All Star Academy is also available.

 

We will look to reschedule a dedicated All Star session again in Term 1. 

Free Trial

Get your child started on the path to basketball greatness with a FREE trial session!

Whether they’re just starting or looking to improve their skills, our fun and engaging sessions are the perfect way to see what Aussie Hoops is all about.

Contact  to organise. 

Gear Included for New Participants

To help create a sense of belonging and identity from day one, all new participants in our development programs will receive a Blue Mountains Basketball-branded gear pack as part of their enrolment. Each pack includes:

   – A custom reversible training singlet

   – An age-appropriate basketball

This gear is yours to keep and is designed to follow players throughout their time in the development pathway. As children grow, larger-sized uniforms and basketballs will be available for one-off purchase when needed.

 

🆕 Custom Gear Launching in Term 4
Our gear packs will be introduced from Term 4 2025, and thanks to sponsorship support, will be provided free of charge to all Term 4 participants.

 

💰 Gear and Fees from Term 1 2026
Starting in 2026, gear will be included in a one-time New Starter Fee for new participants. Returning players who already have their gear will pay a reduced Returning Player Fee, keeping the program affordable for families over time.

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Katoomba Sports & Aquatic Centre

Catalina Ave, Katoomba

Located on Country now known as The Gully which is highly significant to Gundungurra and Darug Traditional Owners, who retain a rich cultural, spiritual, social and economic relationship with this special place.