Get moving, make friends and give basketball a go

Give basketball a go this Term 4

Looking for a fun way for your child to get active, make friends and try something new?

McKinnon Basketball Association’s Cougar Cubs and Aussie Hoops offer an introduction to basketball for children aged 3–8. No basketball experience is needed.

Whether your child is curious about basketball or you’re exploring their first sporting activity, these programs give them a place to learn, move and enjoy being part of a group.

Cougar Cubs | Ages 3–4

For little ones, trying a sport starts with play.

Cougar Cubs introduces children to basketball through fun games that help develop basic coordination and social skills. It’s an opportunity to get moving, spend time with other children and become familiar with a basketball environment.

Each session runs for 45 minutes. All equipment, including basketballs, is provided, and every participant receives a Cougar Cubs T-shirt.

Term 4 classes at GESAC, Court 1

• Mondays: 4:00pm–4:45pm, starting 12 October — 8 sessions.

• Saturdays: 8:00am–8:45am, 8:45am–9:30am or 9:30am–10:15am, starting 17 October — 9 sessions.

Cost: $14 per session.

Bring a drink bottle and wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes.

Find out more and register for Cougar Cubs.

Brighton Ford Aussie Hoops | Ages 5–8

An introduction to basketball with opportunities to learn new skills and make new friends.

Brighton Ford Aussie Hoops gives children a place to explore the game alongside other young participants. They can build confidence trying something new, enjoy being active and begin learning the skills of basketball.

A Girls Only session runs on Wednesdays from 4:00pm–4:45pm at McKinnon Secondary College, giving girls an opportunity to learn basketball and make friends alongside other girls.

Your child can start without having played before or belonging to a team.

Sessions run for 45 minutes, with 10 class options across seven days and two venues.

Term 4 classes

• Mondays: 4:45pm–5:30pm at GESAC, starting 12 October.

• Tuesdays: 4:00pm–4:45pm at McKinnon Secondary College, starting 6 October.

• Wednesdays — Girls Only: 4:00pm–4:45pm at McKinnon Secondary College, starting 7 October.

• Thursdays: 4:00pm–4:45pm at McKinnon Secondary College, starting 8 October.

• Fridays: 4:00pm–4:45pm or 4:45pm–5:30pm at McKinnon Secondary College, starting 9 October.

• Saturdays: 8:45am–9:30am or 9:30am–10:15am at GESAC, starting 17 October.

• Sundays: 9:00am–9:45am or 9:45am–10:30am at GESAC, starting 18 October.

Classes have 7–9 sessions, depending on the day selected. Registration prices vary by class.

New participants register with a player pack containing a basketball, singlet and drawstring bag. Returning participants can select the returning registration option.

Bring a size 5 basketball and drink bottle, and wear closed toe shoes.

Choose your class and register for Brighton Ford Aussie Hoops.

Ready to give basketball a go?

Choose Cougar Cubs for ages 3–4 or Brighton Ford Aussie Hoops for ages 5–8 and find a class that suits your family.

Please check the full dates for your chosen class before registering. Some classes have breaks for public holidays, VCE exams and venue availability.

Explore MBA’s programs and register, or contact programs@mckinnonbasketball.org for help choosing a class.