We value the role that coaches play in our great game. We offer the following courses to assist with coach development at every level. All courses are nationally accredited by Basketball Australia. If you have any questions, please contact Bryn Loots, Community Development Manager, via email bloots@basketballsa.com.au
(Formerly Aussie Hoops & Entry-Level Basketball)
Cost: Free
Delivery: Online
Suitable for:
Focus: Explore, learn, enjoy
This learning module introduces coaches to the philosophy and structure of the Ford Aussie Hoops program, with an emphasis on creating fun, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate experiences for young players.
Key learning areas include:
(Formerly Community Coach)
Cost: Free
Delivery: Online
Designed for coaches supporting entry-level and participation basketball, this learning supports coaches to build confidence in delivering engaging training sessions and supporting players on game day.
Key learning areas include:
This learning forms part of the Participation Coach pathway, with progression available through ongoing coaching and development activity.
(Formerly Club Coach)
Cost: $150
Delivery: Online learning + face-to-face learning opportunities
Age Minimum: None
Suitable for: Coaches working in junior and senior club competitions
The Competition Coach pathway focuses on helping coaches develop and perform in competitive club environments. Learning supports coaches to apply modern coaching principles within training and games.
Learning commonly explores:
Coaches enter this pathway at Competition Bronze, with progression to Silver and Gold achieved by earning Coach Development Points through:
Upcoming Competition Coach learning opportunities are delivered by BSA and member associations throughout the year.
Location: Edwardstown Primary School
Location: Woodville Gardens Primary School
(Previously Association Coach)
Cost: $250
Duration: 6 hours (in person)
Delivery: Face-to-face and applied learning
Age Minimum: 18 years old
Suitable for: Coaches working in representative and pathway environments
The Representative Coach pathway supports coaches to perform and excel in higher-performance contexts, including state pathway and NBL1-aligned programs.
Learning may include:
Coaches enter at Representative Bronze, with progression through Silver and Gold based on continued engagement and development rather than fixed timeframes or single assessments.
Cost: $400
Age Minimum: 18 years old
The Performance Coach pathway supports coaches operating in elite, high-performance, and national pathway environments.
This pathway is:
Learning focuses on advanced performance concepts, leadership, talent identification, and the use of technology in elite environments.
Registration:
*No upcoming courses available until 2028* This course is only ran every 3 years
Information will be sent to the successful applicants.
The Master Coach designation is an honorary recognition awarded by Basketball Australia to coaches who have demonstrated sustained excellence and significant achievement in international basketball environments.
Basketball South Australia is seeking passionate and experienced coaches to join our team of Coach Course Deliverers.
This role is an opportunity to share your knowledge, mentor the next generation of coaches, and support the growth of basketball across the state. If you hold a current coaching accreditation and have the skills to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences, we’d love to hear from you. Complete the Expression of Interest form to get involved.
