Part-Time Athlete Program

The Baller Academy Part-Time Athlete Program is designed for athletes who want access to Baller Academy training, development and specialist services without committing to the complete Full-Time Academy Program.

Part-Time athletes typically maintain their primary playing commitment with another club, school, team or basketball organisation and select the Baller Academy services that complement their existing schedule.

Flexible Access — Premium Pricing

Part-Time athletes may select individual Baller Academy programs and services based on their development needs and availability.

All Part-Time programs and services are offered individually at premium rates.

This may include:

•⁠ ⁠Skills development

•⁠ ⁠Team training, where available

•⁠ ⁠Individual and small-group development

•⁠ ⁠Strength & Conditioning

•⁠ ⁠Specialist development programs

•⁠ ⁠Education and college preparation

•⁠ ⁠College recruitment services

•⁠ ⁠Athlete evaluation and pathway consultation

•⁠ ⁠Social media and athlete branding

•⁠ ⁠NIL education and management

•⁠ ⁠Other approved Academy services

The Part-Time model provides greater flexibility, while the Full-Time Academy and College Pathway Programs provide greater overall value through a complete, integrated development structure.

Competition Opportunities

Part-Time athletes may be considered for Baller Academy AAU teams, tournaments, showcases, tours and other competitive opportunities when roster positions are available.

Part-Time participation does not guarantee selection.

For limited-roster opportunities, Baller Academy gives priority to:

1.⁠ ⁠College Pathway Athletes

2.⁠ ⁠Full-Time Academy Athletes

3.⁠ ⁠Part-Time Academy Athletes

This ensures that athletes who make the greatest commitment to the Baller Academy pathway receive priority access to opportunities created by the Academy.

Designed for Flexibility

The Part-Time Athlete Program is ideal for athletes who want access to the quality, expertise and resources of Baller Academy without making a full-time commitment.

Athletes have the flexibility to select the services they require, while paying a premium for individual access.

Part-Time = flexibility and individual access.

Full-Time = complete Academy development.

College Pathway = complete development, preparation, recruitment and athlete management.

Skills Development Program

The Baller Academy Skills Development Program is designed to develop the individual basketball skills, decision-making and confidence athletes need to perform effectively in competitive game situations.

Athletes participate in two 90-minute skills development sessions per week across the 40-week Academy year.

Training focuses on areas including:

•⁠ ⁠Ball handling and control

•⁠ ⁠Shooting mechanics and shot development

•⁠ ⁠Finishing and scoring around the basket

•⁠ ⁠Footwork and body control

•⁠ ⁠Passing and playmaking

•⁠ ⁠Creating space and separation

•⁠ ⁠Decision-making and basketball IQ

•⁠ ⁠Position-specific development

•⁠ ⁠Game-speed reads and competitive situations

The program is built around progressive, purposeful development, with athletes expected to transfer what they learn in training into team practices and competitive games.

1.⁠ ⁠SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

Part-Time: $2,000 per year

Full-Time: $1,600 per year

What's included:

•⁠ ⁠2 × 60–90-minute skills sessions per week

•⁠ ⁠Ball handling, shooting, finishing and footwork

•⁠ ⁠Decision-making and game-specific skills

•⁠ ⁠Full-Time and College Pathway athletes may be invited to additional higher-level skills sessions at no additional cost if they meet the required standard.

Strength & Conditioning Program

The Baller Academy Strength & Conditioning Program is a basketball-specific athletic performance program designed to help athletes become stronger, faster, more explosive, better conditioned and more physically prepared for competition.

Athletes follow a structured performance program that supports their individual development and the physical demands of basketball.

Training focuses on:

•⁠ ⁠Strength and power development

•⁠ ⁠Speed and acceleration

•⁠ ⁠Vertical jump and explosiveness

•⁠ ⁠Agility and change of direction

•⁠ ⁠Core strength and stability

•⁠ ⁠Mobility and movement quality

•⁠ ⁠Conditioning and work capacity

•⁠ ⁠Balance, coordination and body control

•⁠ ⁠Injury-risk reduction and physical durability

•⁠ ⁠Recovery and performance habits

The program provides up to five 90-minute S&C training opportunities per week across the 40-week Academy year, allowing training loads to be managed according to the athlete’s age, development level, competition schedule and individual performance needs.

Program duration: 40 weeks

Training opportunities: Up to 5 × 60-90-minute sessions per week