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BASKETBALL AT THE NATIONAL BASKETBALL PERFORMANCE CENTRE

LEARN TO PLAY BASKETBALL SESSIONS

Come down to our Learn to Play basketball sessions at the National Basketball Performance Centre and learn the fundamentals of basketball in a great social environment. No matter what ability, get yourself involved with this great sport which is radpidly growing in Manchester.

How much? £26.00 a month direct debit.

When?

Monday: 16:30 - 17:30

Tuesday: 16:30 - 17:30 

Thursday: 16:30 - 17:30 

Friday: 16:30 - 17:30 & 17:30 - 18:30

Who for? (Ages 4 - 16)

 

Mini Ballers (Ages 4-7)

Introduction to basketball for 4 -7 year olds. It is played on small courts with smaller nets. Working on balance, ball control and basic shooting.

Learn to Play (Ages 7-11)

Learn to play is a great way for players to continue their progress in the sport. In these sessions players will start to learn and work on basketballs fundamentals such as shooting, passing, dribbling, pivoting, footwork and team play. Often working in small groups and match play to practice new skills learnt. 

Ballers Academy (Ages 12-16)

Ballers Academy provides a chance for players to progress with basketball. Players in this session will learn more advanced fundamentals. Focusing on more advanced dribbling, footwork, balance, individual defence & team defence, team play and shot selection.

Development Squad (Ages 7-12)

Development squad session is our invite only session. Players in this session will be at club, regional and national level. Players will be learning more advanced basketball team and individal in this session. Often working in small groups players in the squad session will learn advanced skills that will benefit their match performance. Players will also experience coached match play in a fun and competive environment. 

Players for this session must attend one of the other weekly sessions we provide. 

Cost £40.00 per month via direct debit, cost includes the other weekly session.

 

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HOLIDAY BASKETBALL ACTIVITIES

Keep your eyes peeled for our next Basketball Camp!

Come down to our Basketball camps at Belle Vue Sports Village in our National Basketball Performance Centre.

You will get to learn the fundamentals and various Basketball specific skills which will help take your game to the next level.

 

Please bring a water bottle and a packed lunch for your child.

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BOOK A COURT OR DROP IN SESSION

The National Basketball Performance Centre (NBPC) is part of Belle Vue Sports Village.

It features a purpose-built hall with three courts developed to FIBA standards for international competition and a multi-sports hall with a further two Basketball courts.

The NBPC show court, which has Basketball lines only, also features FIBA scoreboards, 24 second cubes, red LED fitted backboards and Olympic standard portable baskets.

To book a court or a drop in session at the National Basketball Performance Centre, please book online below.

Full Court Hire: £45.00

Adult Drop In Session: £4.50

Junior Drop In Session: £3.00

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