We value the role that coaches play in our great game. We offer the following courses to assist with coach development at every level.
All courses are nationally accredited by Basketball Australia. If you have any questions, please contact Bryn Loots, Community Development Manager, via email bloots@basketballsa.com.au
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour (online)
Minimum Age: None
Eligibility: Beginner coach or anyone wanting to learn more about the basics
Course Objective: The Aussie Hoops Module will educate the coaches on the key fundamentals of the Ford Aussie Hoops program and its role in the pathway and associated developmental benefits to players.
Topics Covered:
Philosophy of FUN
Transition to Competition
Benefits for Kids
Sporting Schools
Tips for School Sessions
Registration:
Click here to register for the Ford Aussie Hoops Coaching Course.
Cost: Free
Duration: 3 hours (online)
Minimum Age: None
Eligibility: Beginner coach or anyone wanting to learn more about the basics
Course Objective: To help beginner coaches run a successful practice session focused on skill development and tips for game day coaching
Topics Covered:
Registration:
Click here to access the Basketball Australia Community Coach online course.
Cost: $150
Duration: 3 hours (online), 6 hours in person
Age Minimum: None
Eligibility: Must have completed Community Coach Course or have coached district/association basketball (or equivalent) for 3+ years. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available and assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Course Objective: To help coaches understand modern coaching techniques and concepts at a District Club level.
Topics Covered:
Course Information
Club Coach Course (Part 1) 17 June 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Club Coach Course (Part 2) 18 June 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Woodville Gardens School B – 6
18 Ridley Grove,
Woodville Gardens SA 5012
Club Coach Course (Part 1) 19 August 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Club Coach Course (Part 2) 20 August 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Bellevue Heights Primary School
7/19 Vaucluse Cres,
Bellevue Heights SA 5050
Club Coach Course (Part 1) 11 November 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Club Coach Course (Part 2) 12 November 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Woodville Gardens School B – 6
18 Ridley Grove,
Woodville Gardens SA 5012
Please note dates, times and location are subject to change.
Cost: $250
Duration: 12 hours (in person)
Age Minimum: 18 years old
Eligibility: Must have completed Club Coach Course or have coached metro/district league basketball (or equivalent) for 5+ years.
Course Objective: To help coaches understand modern coaching concepts and techniques at a State and NBL1 level.
Topics Covered:
Course Information
Association Coach Course (Part 1) 13 May 2024 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Association Coach Course (Part 2) 14 May 2024 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Association Coach Course (Part 3) 20 May 2024 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Association Coach Course (Part 4) 21 May 2024 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Bellevue Heights Primary School
7/19 Vaucluse Cres,
Bellevue Heights SA 5050
Association Coach Course (Part 1) 16 September 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Association Coach Course (Part 2) 17 September 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Association Coach Course (Part 3) 23 September 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Association Coach Course (Part 4) 24 September 2024 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Woodville Gardens School B – 6
18 Ridley Grove,
Woodville Gardens SA 5012
Please note dates, times and location are subject to change.
Cost: $400
Duration: 17 hours (in person)
Age Minimum: 18 years old
Eligibility: Must have completed Association Coach Course and have coached district/association basketball (or equivalent) for 8+ years or played/coached professionally for 3+ years. Coaches will need to apply via EOI (Expression of Interest) as limited spots will be available. Please note that this course is run every 3 years (last one was held March 2022).
Course Objective: To help coaches understand modern coaching concepts and techniques at a Professional and International level.
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Registration:
Information will be sent to the successful applicants.
The Master Coach accreditation is an Honorary accreditation bestowed by Basketball Australia on Coaches with significant achievements at an international level.
