
Coming January 2027
COMMUNITY BASKETBALL
A six-week community basketball program for children in Grades 3–6, combining fundamentals, skill development and gameplay.
Play. Develop. Belong.
- Dates
- Jan 11 – Feb 22, 2027
- Program
- Six weeks
- Grades
- 3–6
- Price
- $125
- Locations
- Upper TantallonHatchet LakeHalifax
About this program
Athlantic Community Basketball is a six-week community basketball program for children in Grades 3–6.
The program introduces players to the fundamentals of basketball while also giving children with previous experience an opportunity to continue developing their skills.
Sessions combine basketball fundamentals, structured drills, small-group activities and gameplay so that first-time players feel welcome and experienced athletes stay challenged.
The emphasis is on skill development, participation, learning, confidence, teamwork and having fun playing basketball.
What athletes will learn
- Dribbling
- Passing
- Shooting
- Footwork & movement
- Defense
- Game awareness
- Teamwork
Who it's for
- Children in Grades 3–6 trying basketball for the first time
- Players with previous experience who want structured skill development
- Families looking for a welcoming, weekly community activity
What to bring
- Indoor running shoes
- Water bottle
- Basketballs and training equipment provided
Schedule
Week 1
Fundamentals
Introductions, movement and basketball basics
Week 2
Dribbling + Passing
Ball control, mechanics and partner work
Week 3
Shooting
Form, footwork and finishing progressions
Week 4
Defense
Stance, positioning and team defense games
Week 5
Game Situations
Decision making, spacing and small-sided play
Week 6
Games + Celebration
Full game play and end-of-program celebration
Locations & dates
Upper Tantallon, NS
St. Margaret's Centre · Get directions ↗
Mondays · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Jan 11, 18, 25 · Feb 1, 8, 22
No session Feb 15 (Heritage Day)
Hatchet Lake, NS
Prospect Community Centre · Get directions ↗
Tuesdays · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Jan 12, 19, 26 · Feb 2, 9, 16
Halifax, NS
Studley Gym (Dalhousie University) · Get directions ↗
Thursdays · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Jan 14, 21, 28 · Feb 4, 11, 18
