DIPLOMA IN SPORT – BASKETBALL ACADEMY

ABOUT THE COURSE

Our Basketball Academy is partnered with the London School of Basketball, London’s biggest basketball development programme.

Joining the academy will provide you with training, support, guidance, excellent coaching and a bespoke preparation and placement programme for American colleges.

Our sport diploma courses are specifically tailored to basketball and provide you with the education and skills to further develop your career opportunities and gain access to employment or higher level qualifications.

The sport diploma courses range from Level 1 to Level 3. Your initial application will be for a Level 1 sport course, however this will change when you attend an interview, depending on your predicted grades/qualifications.

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Start Date: 4 September 2023
Attendance: Full Time
Location: London
Suitable for: School Leavers
Duration: 1 Year
Level: Level 1

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

All players in our Basketball Academy will receive:

A bespoke Level 1 to Level 3 Sport Diploma course tailored to basketball
Free Nike academy-branded teamwear
Professional coaching for 6 hours per week in our sports facility, by professional basketball coaches with international and US college experience
Weekly competitive games in college, academy and community basketball leagues
On site medical support for injury prevention and rehabilitation
Free access to the college gym and fitness suite under coach supervision
Free fitness, strength and conditioning, exercise and nutrition programmes designed and monitored for you
Free tickets to professional basketball games

In addition to the above, Elite Academy players will receive:

15 hours of professional basketball coaching and strength and conditioning per week
Open access to daily training facilities
Individual skills development programme tailored to your specific needs
SAT testing preparation and tutored support classes
Placement support for US college scholarships and top European academies
Direct links and pathways through to professional teams in the BBL and Europe
Opportunity to become a sponsored athlete – with a value of up to £2500 per year
Annual team travel abroad to compete in international competitions (Europe/USA)
Invitations to attend national player ranking events and inclusion on internationally released ranking lists
Full stats and player profile online
Full game footage online and available for player showreels
Nike training kits, tracksuit and bag

WHAT WILL I NEED?

To be considered for the Basketball Academy, you must be:

Aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you start your course
Enrolled onto either a full-time or part-time course at Orael Institute London
Successful in a basketball academy trial

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

To be considered for the basketball academy you should attend one of our trials (more information and registration on our website). In regards to your diploma qualification, this will be assessed through a number of practical, theory and presentation activities.

WHAT WILL IT COST?

There is no cost to being part of the basketball academy. Both the sport diploma course and basketball academy are free for all 16-18 year olds.

WHAT CAN I DO AFTER?

You could progress to employment in the Sport and Active Leisure sector or progress to higher level qualifications.

APPLICATION PROCESS

WHEN SHOULD I APPLY?
We recommend you apply at least three months before the programme starts to guarantee your place. The application form will take approximately 15 to 30 minutes to complete.

WHEN WILL I HEAR BACK FROM YOU?
We’ll acknowledge receipt of your application by email within 48 hours, if it’s received during normal working hours (Mon-Fri – 09:00-18:00 GMT). We will review and respond to your application within two working days. We do this in order of receipt and acceptance is not automatic.

CAN I RESERVE A PLACE?
Yes. We can hold a provisional place for you for up to two weeks, but be aware that completed applications take priority and programmes often fill up several months in advance. You can reserve a place online, by phone or by email. Tel: +44 749 199 3874 Email: admin@offline.oraelinstitute.com

WHAT ARE YOUR LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS?
The programme is taught in English, so a good working knowledge of the language is essential. If English is not your first language, we may ask you for evidence of your proficiency.

WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
If you have any more questions, please read our FAQs here.
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