
Strength & Conditioning
Focusing on building foundation of speed, agility , and adaptation to fast twitch movements that translate to the basketball court. Includes a strength component for bullet-proofing joints and muscles to prevent common injuries, and also improving overall strength and explosiveness

Basketball Skills Session
Basketball skills session, designed to develop ball-handling skills, footwork, fundamentals and improve overall IQ on the court. Hosted by a variety of the best hand-picked coaches in Melbourne.

Build your own Schedule
Build your own schedule with our flexible class options. Whether you need more S&C sessions or more on-court skills sessions, customise your own timetable to best benefit your strengths and weaknesses.
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The Academy Program (Juniors)

Term Dates
AVALABILITY
ALL YEAR ROUND
INCLUDING PUBLIC HOLIDAYS & SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
EXCLUDING 22nd Dec - 4th Jan
Age Group
8-12 years old
13+ years old
Universal Athlete Centre West

Anthony (basketball coach)
From Universal Hoops brings valued NBL1 experience with a deep understanding of elite level competition.

SETH (S + T)
Born and raised in Chicago. Played professional basketball in several countries such as Estonia, Canada, Lithuania, and Australia. Over 10 years of playing and training experience. Worked with kids to help them make their high school, rep team, state team and college basketball (all levels).
Our Crew
Coaches

Sammy (basketball coach)
With a basketball background and a passion for helping athletes get stronger, faster, and reach their full potential while reducing injury risk, he knows firsthand that 'the best ability is availability.' Holding a Bachelor of High Performance Sport and accreditation through ESSA and ASCA.

Raphael (S + T)
Born and raised in Chicago. Played professional basketball in several countries such as Estonia, Canada, Lithuania, and Australia. Over 10 years of playing and training experience. Worked with kids to help them make their high school, rep team, state team and college basketball (all levels).

Euro (basketball coach)
A local of the Western Suburbs, who is super excited to give back to the community and aid the development of young athletes. He comes from a strong recommendation, as Mars previously completed his internship under Jimmy Mullins.
Timetable
2 DAys per week
Includes:
1 x 2 hour block (1 hour basketball + 1 hour S&C) per week
Pro-rated additional sessions at $20 per single block of Basketball Or S&C
*50% off casual shooting/gym access (inc. shooting machine)
*50% off recovery access
*50% off casual day pass
Pricing
2 DAys per week
Includes:
1 x 2 hour block (1 hour basketball + 1 hour S&C) per week
Pro-rated additional sessions at $20 per single block of Basketball Or S&C
*50% off casual shooting/gym access (inc. shooting machine)
*50% off recovery access
*50% off casual day pass
2 DAys per week
Includes:
1 x 2 hour block (1 hour basketball + 1 hour S&C) per week
Pro-rated additional sessions at $20 per single block of Basketball Or S&C
*50% off casual shooting/gym access (inc. shooting machine)
*50% off recovery access
*50% off casual day pass
Pricing

UAC ACADEMY
Shaping Futures
Welcome to UAC Academy, a premier program dedicated to enhancing your basketball and athletic abilities. Our highly skilled coaching staff brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in basketball, as well as strength and conditioning.
At UAC Academy, we prioritise building a solid basketball foundation and mastering the fundamental skills. You will have the unique opportunity to learn from professional players and coaches who will guide you towards becoming the best player you can be.
Why 2-Hour Sessions?
Each Academy session runs in a 2-hour block—1 hour of basketball skills and 1 hour of strength & conditioning (S&C). This balance is intentional: to become a complete athlete, you need both the technical skills to play the game and the physical tools to compete at higher levels.
As players move from U12s into U14s, or U14s into U16s, the jump in size, speed, and physicality can be overwhelming. Many athletes who only focus on skills suddenly find themselves under-prepared. That’s why adding S&C to your training is one of the most effective ways to:
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Close the gap against bigger, stronger opponents
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Build confidence to compete in older age groups
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Improve resilience and reduce risk of injuries
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Perform at a high level for the full duration of a game
While we offer stand-alone basketball and S&C sessions, the athletes who commit to both consistently see the greatest progress. Combining on-court skill development with physical preparation is the key to not just playing the game, but thriving as you move up the ranks.
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