Fall 2026 youth basketball training at Annie B. Jamieson Elementary School (6350 Tisdall St, Vancouver) offers young players across the Oakridge, South Cambie, and Marpole neighborhoods a structured, supportive environment to build fundamental skills. Running for 9 weeks this autumn, the Vancouver Eagles Development Program welcomes athletes of all experience levels who want to learn the game, improve their technical foundation, and grow their confidence on the court. Click here to register!
Program Philosophy and Coaching Approach
The Eagles Development Program focuses on long-term athletic development rather than short-term results. By maintaining small coach-to-player ratios, our coaches ensure every participant receives personalized feedback and maximum active reps during each session.
Players are grouped primarily by age and adjusted by skill level whenever appropriate. This balanced approach creates an encouraging setting where beginners can learn without feeling overwhelmed, and intermediate players are continuously challenged to expand their abilities.
Core Skills Covered
Practices are structured around the essential building blocks of basketball, helping young athletes establish solid habits early in their development:
- Ball Handling: Dribbling control, rhythm, and change of direction.
- Shooting Mechanics: Form shooting, balance, and target focus.
- Passing & Decision-Making: Accurate chest and bounce passing, spatial awareness, and court vision.
- Footwork & Agility: Balance control, defensive stance, and quick directional changes.
- Defensive Fundamentals: On-ball posture, active hands, and understanding defensive positioning.
- Basketball IQ & Teamwork: Learning basic court positions, rules, communication, and small-sided gameplay concepts.
Program Details & Schedule
Practices take place at Jamieson Elementary, featuring flexible scheduling options across multiple weeknights:
- Location: Annie B. Jamieson Elementary School – 6350 Tisdall St, Vancouver, BC
- Season Length: 9 weeks
- Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
- Practice Window: Between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. (Specific practice times vary by age group)
- Holiday Schedule Note: No practices are held on statutory holidays. However, practices will run as scheduled on school Pro-D days.
Registration Options and Pricing
Families can customize their training schedule based on their athlete’s availability and commitment level. Players may also combine sessions at Jamieson with other Vancouver Eagles locations to practice up to five days per week.
- Single Weekly Practice: $225 per player (covers 1 session per week for the full 9-week season)
- Additional Weekly Sessions: Add $125 for each additional weekly practice day.
Practice Structure: What to Expect
Every 60-minute development practice follows a predictable, high-energy structure designed to keep players engaged and active:
- Dynamic Warm-Up & Ball Handling: Getting movement-ready through ball control routines.
- Skill Development Drills: Focused breakdowns on shooting form, passing technique, and footwork.
- Small-Sided Gameplay & Scrimmages: Putting newly learned skills into practice through 2v2, 3v3, or full-court controlled scrimmages.
Whether your child is taking their first steps on the hardwood or preparing for future school team play, our Jamieson Development Group provides the right blend of structure, skill instruction, and fun.
Visit our official Registration page to select your practice days and complete your Fall 2026 registration. For questions regarding age group schedules, contact our team at info@vancouvereagles.com.
