The Jr. NBA (National Basketball Association) program is designed to inspire and guide youth throughout their journey with the game of basketball! In partnership with Western Canada RUSH, Jr. NBA is proud to provide local youth in Nanaimo with a proven, professionally designed program.

Objectives

• Participation - Provide opportunities for youth ages 5 -12 across Canada to play basketball.
• Education - NCCP FUNdamentals Coach Workshop and full basketball curriculum with supporting resources.
• Development - Develop young athletes in alignment with the Sport Canada LTAD Model and stage-appropriate drills and games.
• Progression - Entry to the Canada Basketball development pathway, encouraging athletes to pursue high performance opportunity.
• Character Building - Help athletes maximize their potential, using basketball as a vehicle to develop character and life skills.

Description

• Age 5-12 | Co-ed | 8 Weeks | 60 Min. Sessions
• A national youth basketball program designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship and a love of the game of basketball.
• Empowering basketball communities, clubs, and facilities
• Positively impact youth through the sport of basketball
• Holistic approach to athlete development based off of the Sport Canada LTAD Model