Give Basketball a Try. Free!
Little Saints is a fun, beginner-friendly basketball program for boys and girls aged 5–11.
✔ No experience needed
✔ Make new friends
✔ Learn new skills
✔ Experienced, friendly coaches
What is it?
Our Little Saints program is a fun, supportive, and beginner-friendly way for young girls and boys to experience basketball for the first time!
No experience needed — just enthusiasm and a smile!
Registrations for Term 3 program are now open!
What to Expect
Learn new skills
Learn to dribble, pass and shoot with fun, beginner-friendly activities.
Make new friends
A welcoming environment where every child can make new friends.
Have Fun Every Week
Enjoy exciting games and activities each session.
Supportive Coaches
Experienced, friendly coaches who encourage and help every player shine.
Choose Your Program
Term 3 places are limited. Register early to avoid missing out.
Girls Only
Who: Girls aged 5–7
When: Mondays, 4pm-4.45pm
Starting from July 13
Where: Oxley Stadium
Cost: Free!
Boys & Girls
Who: Boys & Girls aged 5–11
When: Wednesdays, 4pm-4.45pm
Starting from July 15
Where: Yarra Hills Secondary College (Mooroolbark)
Cost: Free!
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Little Saints introductory programs are completely free. There are no registration fees or hidden costs – just register and come along for some fun!
Just bring:
- Comfortable sports clothes
- Runners
- A drink bottle
If your child has a basketball, they are welcome to bring it, but it’s not essential – we’ll have basketballs available.
Absolutely!
Little Saints is even more fun with friends. Just make sure each child registers so we know who is attending.
No. Little Saints is a skills program – not a competition.
There are no weekend games, no ladders and no pressure.
Each session focuses on learning basketball through fun games and activities.
Little Saints is designed specifically for beginners.
Players learn the fundamentals of basketball in a relaxed environment before they’re ready to join one of our competition teams.
It’s the perfect first step into basketball.
Not at all.
Many children enjoy Little Saints simply to learn the game.
If your child loves basketball and wants to continue, we’ll happily help find the right Saints team for them – but there’s absolutely no obligation.
Perfect!
Most children joining Little Saints are picking up a basketball for the very first time.
Our coaches are experienced in teaching complete beginners.
Absolutely.
Our coaches work hard to create a welcoming and encouraging environment where every child can learn at their own pace and make new friends.
Still not sure?
Come along and see what Little Saints is all about. There’s no pressure to continue afterwards – we simply want your child to have fun and discover whether basketball is right for them.