Junior Camp FAQs

What sets Melbourne United camps apart from other basketball camps?

Our camps are aimed towards the beginner to intermediate player who is looking for a great introduction to the game and the core fundamentals of basketball. An elite group of coaches will take your children through the basic skills and rules of the game in a friendly and welcoming environment. All participants have access to Melbourne United players. A player/s attends the camp following the lunch break and children are given the opportunity to hear from the player, ask questions as well as autograph and photo time. Players are not guaranteed to attend each camp as it depends on their training, playing and travel schedule.

Who are our 1 & 2 Day Camps best suited to?

Boys and girls, primary school age (5-12), beginner to intermediate level in basketball.

What will my child learn or gain at a camp?

Your child will learn new basketball skills and meet new friends. Children will learn skills of the game and will be able to implement these through different competitive drills. Skills include dribbling, passing, shooting, lay-ups, low post moves, rebounding/box out, defence and offensive moves. These skills can be showcased through our mini game scenarios such as 2 on 1, 3 on 2, 4 on 3, 2 on 2, 1 on 1, sideline and full court games. Children will also be taught some basic rules such as; travel, double dribble, cross court, taking the ball out of bounds and fouling. We have a heavy emphasis on teaching the children to pivot and develop good habits with the ball and being able to protect it from the opposition.

What does my child need to bring?

Participants are required to bring a spill-proof drink bottle, a packed lunch (no nut products), and a positive attitude!

Does my child need to bring a basketball?

If participating in a 2-Day Camp, a basketball will be given to all participants to keep upon signing in on day one of camp. This basketball can be taken home at the end of each day of camp and is for you to keep. If participating in a 1-Day Camp, we will supply a basketball for you to use on the day.

How are children grouped at camp?

Participants are separated into groups by age, and skill level. Once a child is assessed by our coaching staff, they will be placed in an appropriate group to ensure they have the best experience possible.

Can my child be in the same group as their sibling or a friend?

Where possible we can group participants together, please let the coach know on the day.

What is the coach to child ratio?

We ensure there is 1 coach for every 12-15 participants.

Can my child attend just one day of a 2-Day Camp?

Yes - however there are no discounts offered for only attending one day.

Will my child get individual time with the coaches?

All participants will be able to have individual time with the coaches. This will vary on the skill level of the group, but the coaches will endeavour to spend a little of their time with each participant.

What qualifications do the coaches have?

All camp coaches have a basketball background. Some have played or coached at an elite level such as the NBL, WNBL, NBL1, Big V, Youth League and VJBL. All coaches have a current Working With Children Check.

How is a camp day structured?

The morning sessions are for skill development and understanding of the game rules and court spacing. The afternoon is geared towards game experience and implementing the skills taught from the morning session.

This is how a typical camp is structured:

9.30am – 10am Check-in (collect basketball and t-shirt on Day 1)

10.00am – 10.15am Welcome, briefing, groups formed

10:15am – 10.30am Warm-up and stretch

10.30am – 11.00am Group skills stations and rotations

11.00am – 11.20am Recess/break

11.20am – 11.45am Whole group activities

11.45am – 12.30pm Group skills stations and rotations

12.30pm – 1.00pm Game situations

1.00pm – 1.45pm Lunch/break

1.45pm – 3.00pm Melbourne United player visit

3.00pm – 3.50pm Full court/half court games

3.50pm – 4.00pm Cool down and de-brief (pack collection on day 2).

Subject to change.

Will the Melbourne United Head Coach and Assistant Coaches be involved in the camp?

No - the Melbourne United coaches have very busy scheduled and are unfortunuately unable to attend our Junior Basketball Camps.

Will the Melbourne United players be involved with the camp?

A selection of the Melbourne United players will endeavour to attend as many Junior Basketball Camps as possible. Although their busy schedules sometimes prevent them from attending, there will be opportunities to meet players during some school holiday periods.

What if my child is too advanced for this camp?

You might like to consider attending one of our Melbourne United Basketball Academy (MUBA) camps instead. More information is available here: https://muba.melbourneutd.com.au

Are parents allowed to stay?

Parents are encouraged to drop off and pick up their child, however you are allowed to stay and watch if you would prefer.

Where do we go on arrival to the camp?

A registration table will be located in the entry of the basketball courts. Please sign in at the registration table prior to entering the courts.

Are these overnight camps?

Our 2-Day Junior Basketball Camps run from 10am-4pm each day. There is no option to stay overnight.

What is your payment/cancellation policy?

Payment must be made by credit card prior to the first day of camp. Any other form of payment will not be accepted.

The cost for each child to participate in a camp is a set prescribed fee as provided upon booking. If the child fails to participate in whole or part in the camp there will be no refunds issued whatsoever either in part of full. Once the booking has been made payment is non-refundable.

What if my child is sick or injured and is unable to participate on the day?

Please contact Melbourne United via community@melbourneutd.com.au or (03) 9099 5500 to chat to our staff about your circumstances. In the case of illness or injury a credit may be issued.