Fall 2026 Vancouver Youth Basketball Development

Fall 2026 youth basketball training at Maple Grove Elementary School (1924 W 45th Ave, Vancouver) provides young athletes across Kerrisdale, Oakridge, and South Vancouver an inviting space to build their technical skill base. Running for 9 weeks this autumn, the Vancouver Eagles Development Program welcomes players of all experience levels to learn fundamental basketball concepts, refine athletic movement, and build lasting court confidence. Click here to register!

Program Philosophy and Coaching Approach

Our development framework focuses on individual skill acquisition within a supportive team setting. By keeping coach-to-player ratios low, our coaching staff delivers direct, actionable feedback and high repetition volumes during every session.

Athletes are placed into training groups primarily by age, with adjustments made for skill level whenever appropriate. This ensures young beginners can learn the rules and mechanics without feeling rushed, while returning players receive advanced technical prompts to elevate their game.

Core Skills Covered

Each practice focuses on key foundational elements designed to give young players a complete skill set:

Ball Handling: Dribble control, switching hands, protection techniques, and rhythm.
Shooting Mechanics: Set form, hand placement, balance, and follow-through.
Passing & Decision-Making: Accurate chest and bounce passing, court vision, and spacing.
Footwork & Agility: Balance control, defensive stances, and directional shifts.
Defensive Fundamentals: On-ball containment, active hands, and spatial awareness.
Basketball IQ & Teamwork: Basic rules, floor spacing, communication, and small-sided gameplay strategy.

Program Details & Schedule

Practices are hosted every Wednesday at Maple Grove Elementary, organized into time blocks based on age group:

Location: Maple Grove Elementary School – 1924 W 45th Ave, Vancouver, BC
Season Length: 9 weeks
Day: Wednesdays
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 interested in multiple practice days per week can combine Wednesday sessions at Maple Grove with additional training sessions across other Vancouver Eagles locations.

Single Weekly Practice: $225 per player (covers 1 session per week for the full 9-week season)
Multi-Practice Option: Add sessions at other Eagles locations for $125 per additional weekly practice day.

Practice Structure: What to Expect

Every 60-minute practice maintains a high-energy, structured flow:

Dynamic Warm-Up & Ball Handling: Movement routines and ball control exercises.
Skill Development Drills: Direct instruction on shooting mechanics, passing, and footwork.
Small-Sided Gameplay & Scrimmages: Applying learned skills in 2v2, 3v3, or controlled scrimmage situations.

Ready to Take the Court?

Spaces at Maple Grove Elementary are capped to ensure every athlete receives personalized coaching. Reserve your child’s spot today to lock in their training for the Fall 2026 season!