Summer Basketball Camps in Australia 2026–27: A Parent’s Guide

First researched 4–5 November; selected listings updated 12 November 2026.

If your child’s idea of a good holiday involves a basketball and a hoop, a summer camp could be a welcome addition to the family calendar.

Some kids want to try the game for the first time. Others want more shooting practice, a few days with their basketball mates or a challenge before next season. The useful starting point is finding a camp that fits your child, your location and your actual holiday plans.

This December 2026 and January 2027 guide brings together basketball camps and clinics across Australia, with state-by-state options and direct organiser links. Tasmania’s newly announced January clinics are now included. Listings needing a fresh booking check are labelled beside their details.

This is an expanded guide, not a complete directory. All eight states and territories were researched. All prices are Australian dollars. A booking link does not guarantee remaining places. Confirm dates, age group, total cost and conditions before paying. Kid on Court shares information about independently organised programs; inclusion does not imply a partnership.

New South Wales

International Sports Camps at Rhodes

This three-day program offers separate options for younger children, juniors and teenagers.

• Dates: 21–23 December 2026.
• Venue: Rhodes Rec Centre, 6 Gauthorpe Street, Rhodes.
• Hours: 8.45 am–3 pm each day.
• Programs: Mini, ages 5–7; Junior, ages 7–12; Senior, ages 12–15.
• Advertised early-bird prices: Mini $231; Junior $241.50; Senior $248.50 for three days.
• Standard prices shown: $330, $345 and $355 respectively.
• Booking status: Booking links displayed. The advertised 30% offer ends 23 November.

The organiser’s age bands overlap at seven and 12, so check which program suits your child before selecting a ticket.

View the Rhodes camp and booking options.

Also worth checking Hills Hornets

Hills Hornets lists beginner-to-intermediate camps for ages 5–12 on 17–18 December 2026, 14–15 January 2027 and 18–19 January 2027. Girls-only camps for ages 5–14 are listed for 17–18 December and 18–19 January.

Hours are 10 am–4 pm. Two-day camps are advertised at $155 online or $165 at the front desk, and the organiser says bookings are open. Check the exact venue in your chosen booking before arranging travel.

Explore Hills Hornets holiday camps.

More NSW summer options

For the additional ISC camps below, advertised hours are 8:45am–3pm. Ticket bands are Mini 5–7, Junior 7–12 and Senior 12–15. Unless noted, three-day early-bird prices are $231 / $241.50 / $248.50 respectively; regular prices are $330 / $345 / $355. The advertised early-bird deadline is 23 November 2026. Booking buttons were present, but remaining capacity was not checked. The overlapping age boundaries need checking when selecting tickets.

• ISC Waverley: 6–8 January 2027; Waverley College, 131 Birrell Street, Waverley.
• ISC Rhodes #2: 12–14 January 2027; Rhodes Recreation Centre, 6 Gauthorpe Street, Rhodes.

Tamworth Basketball January camps

Regional families have two age-specific choices: Rookies Summer Slam, ages 5–8, on 12 or 19 January 2027, 9am–noon, $50 per session; and Level Up Summer, ages 9–12, on 13 or 20 January 2027, 9am–12:30pm, $55 per session. These are separately dated sessions, not a continuous multi-day camp. The association publishes registration links. Its address is Tamworth Sports Dome, but confirm the camp venue when registering because the address appears in the page footer rather than the camp description. See Tamworth’s official summer camp details.

Victoria

Lanard Copeland Summer School Holiday Basketball Camp at Altona Meadows

For families looking for two full days in January, Altona Sports Centre has a camp open to children with or without previous basketball experience.

• Dates: 18–19 January 2027.
• Venue: Altona Sports Centre, 1 Andrew Park Drive, Altona Meadows.
• Ages: 5–14.
• Hours: 9 am–3 pm each day.
• Price: $170 per participant, covering both days.
• Booking status: Tickets displayed. Registrations close 17 January 2027, unless sold out earlier.

Children are grouped by age. Pack lunch, snacks, water and a basketball.

A small calendar detail to note: the event heading displays 18 January, but the description confirms that the ticket covers both 18 and 19 January.

View the Altona camp.

More Victorian summer options

For the additional ISC camps below, advertised hours are 8:45am–3pm. Ticket bands are Mini 5–7, Junior 7–12 and Senior 12–15. Unless noted, three-day early-bird prices are $231 / $241.50 / $248.50 respectively; regular prices are $330 / $345 / $355. The advertised early-bird deadline is 23 November 2026. Booking buttons were present, but remaining capacity was not checked. The overlapping age boundaries need checking when selecting tickets.

• ISC Canterbury #1: 16–18 December 2026; Camberwell Grammar, 55 Mont Albert Road, Canterbury. Senior price exception: $244.30 early bird / $349 regular.
• ISC Box Hill: 21–23 December 2026; Aqualink, 31 Surrey Drive, Box Hill.
• ISC Sandringham: 21–23 December 2026; Sandringham College Senior Campus, 11 Holloway Road.
• ISC Canterbury #2: 6–8 January 2027; Camberwell Grammar, 55 Mont Albert Road.
• ISC Cheltenham: 11–13 January 2027; Cheltenham Secondary College, 73 Bernard Street.
• ISC North Balwyn: 18–20 January 2027; Boroondara Sports Complex, 271C Belmore Road.

ISC Kew: 13–15 January 2027 at Trinity Grammar School, 41 Charles Street; 8:45am–3pm. Mini ages 5–7: $231 early bird / $330 regular; Junior ages 7–12: $241.50 / $345; Senior ages 12–15: $248.50 / $355. The advertised offer ends 23 November 2026. Booking buttons are displayed, but remaining places have not been checked. Confirm the overlapping age bands before selecting tickets.

Australian Sports Camps and Community Sports Camps

• ASC Doncaster: 21–23 December 2026; Doncaster Secondary College; ages 5–14; 9am–3pm; advertised $252 (regular $360). The Book Camp button was seen on 4 November, but the individual product could not be reopened on 5 November. Confirm ticket details and availability before booking.
• ASC Kew: 18–20 January 2027; Trinity Grammar School; ages 5–14; 9am–3pm; advertised $252. Book Camp button displayed. This is a different organiser and date from ISC Kew.
• Community Sports Camps Cheltenham: 14–15 January 2027; Cheltenham Secondary College, 73 Bernard Street; basketball program for ages 4–12; 9am–3pm; $160 for two days. Book Camp button displayed. Check the selected sport before paying.

Crossover Christmas Skills Clinic

Crossover’s organiser-linked booking page lists 21 December 2026, 10:30am–3pm, at Oxley College, Old Melbourne Road, Chirnside Park, for ages 5–14. The advertised early-bird price is $99 per player until 15 November 2026. Confirm the total and remaining places before paying. See the Christmas Skills Clinic details.

Queensland

International Sports Camps at Brisbane South

This December option has Mini and Junior programs. Although the page’s introduction mentions ages up to 15, its specific program information says there is no Senior program at this camp.

• Dates: 21–23 December 2026.
• Venue: Brisbane State High School, corner of Cordelia and Glenelg streets, South Brisbane.
• Programs: Mini, ages 5–7; Junior, ages 7–12.
• Hours: 8.45 am–3 pm each day.
• Advertised early-bird prices: $231 Mini; $241.50 Junior for three days.
• Standard prices shown: $330 Mini; $345 Junior.
• Booking status: Booking links displayed. The advertised discount ends 23 November.

Parents of older players should check another session rather than assume this venue accepts the full 5–15 age range.

View the Brisbane South camp.

Supercamp Australia in Toowoomba

If you’re considering a longer basketball experience between Christmas and New Year, Supercamp lists a five-day Toowoomba camp with live-in and live-out options.

• Dates: 27–31 December 2026.
• Ages: The registration form lists playing groups from 6–8 through to 17–18.
• Advertised prices: $250 live-out; $310 live-out with lunch; $370 live-out with lunch and dinner; $595 live-in.
• Booking status: Registration form available.

The live-in package advertises meals and 24-hour supervision. Confirm the exact venue, daily timetable, accommodation arrangements and suitability for your child before booking, especially for younger campers.

Read the December Supercamp details.

More Queensland summer options

ISC Upper Mount Gravatt: 18–20 January 2027 at Hibiscus Sports Complex, 90 Klumpp Road; 8:45am–3pm. Mini 5–7 costs $231, Junior 7–12 $241.50, Senior 12–15 $248.50 at advertised early-bird rates until 23 November; regular prices $330/$345/$355. Booking buttons displayed.

ASC Enoggera: 14–16 December 2026 at Hillbrook Anglican School, 45 Hurdcotte Street; ages 5–14, 9am–3pm, advertised $252 (regular $360). Book Camp button displayed. This December listing is verified; the January listing needs separate confirmation.

Western Australia

Warwick Senators Full Court Camp

A shorter session can be useful if your child wants basketball time without committing to a full day.

• Dates: 21 and 22 December 2026.
• Venue: Warwick Stadium, corner of Wanneroo and Warwick roads, Warwick.
• Ages 7–9: 8.30–11.30 am.
• Ages 10–14: Noon–3 pm.
• Price: $50 for one day or $90 for both days.
• Booking status: The organiser says registrations are open.

The camp is aimed at domestic players. Bring water, snacks and a labelled basketball.

View Warwick Senators Full Court Camp.

Willetton Basketball December Holiday Camp

Willetton’s December program combines basketball with other holiday activities, rather than being basketball-only.

• Dates: 21–23 December 2026.
• Venue: Willetton Stadium, Burrendah Boulevard, Willetton.
• Ages: 7–12 for this specific camp.
• Hours: 9 am–3.30 pm.
• Price: $240.
• Booking status: The official page now links to December camp registration, checked 12 November. Remaining places have not been tested.

The advertised program includes a movie visit and Laser Blaze. Read the activity and excursion details to decide whether that mix suits your child.

Check Willetton’s December camp details.

More Perth summer options

For the additional ISC camps below, advertised hours are 8:45am–3pm. Ticket bands are Mini 5–7, Junior 7–12 and Senior 12–15. Unless noted, three-day early-bird prices are $231 / $241.50 / $248.50 respectively; regular prices are $330 / $345 / $355. The advertised early-bird deadline is 23 November 2026. Booking buttons were present, but remaining capacity was not checked. The overlapping age boundaries need checking when selecting tickets.

• ISC Churchlands #1: 21–23 December 2026; AH Sport at Churchlands Senior High School, 6 Lucca Street. Senior price exception: $244.30 early bird / $349 regular.
• ISC Floreat: 6–8 January 2027; Bendat Basketball Stadium, 201 Underwood Avenue.
• ISC Churchlands #2: 11–13 January 2027; AH Sport at Churchlands Senior High School, 6 Lucca Street.
• ISC Shenton Park: 20–22 January 2027; Shenton College, Stubbs Terrace.

ASC Morley: choose 21–23 December 2026 or 6–8 January 2027 at Morley Sport and Recreation Centre, 12 Wellington Road. Both listings advertise ages 5–14, 9am–3pm, $252 (regular $360). They are separate three-day camps. The January product and booking button were rechecked on 5 November; the December button was seen on 4 November but its individual product could not be reopened on 5 November. Confirm current ticket details and availability.

Lakeside, North Lake

• Junior Basketball Camp: 11–14 January 2027, ages 6–10, 9am–noon, Lakeside Recreation Centre. $145 early bird until 20 November, then $160. Registration link advertised; remaining places not checked.
• Youth Development Camp: 11–12 January 2027, ages 11–16, 1–4pm, Lakeside Recreation Centre. $90. A development-focused option for committed players. Registration link advertised; booking endpoint and remaining places not independently verified.

South Australia

International Sports Camps at Torrens Park

This Adelaide option runs before Christmas, with programs spanning primary-school ages and younger teenagers.

• Dates: 14–16 December 2026.
• Venue: Purruna Spencer Newton Centre, Scotch College, Blythewood Road, Torrens Park.
• Programs: Mini, ages 5–7; Junior, ages 7–12; Senior, ages 12–15.
• Hours: 8.45 am–3 pm each day.
• Advertised early-bird prices: Mini $231; Junior $241.50; Senior $248.50 for three days.
• Standard prices shown: $330, $345 and $355 respectively.
• Booking status: Booking links displayed. The advertised discount ends 23 November.

Check your child’s own school finishing date before booking a December program.

View the Torrens Park camp.

More Adelaide summer options

ISC Morphettville: 18–20 January 2027, Marion Leisure Centre, Oaklands Road; 8:45am–3pm. Mini 5–7 $231, Junior 7–12 $241.50, Senior 12–15 $248.50, early bird until 23 November; regular $330/$345/$355. Booking buttons displayed.

ASC Henley Beach: 14–16 December 2026, St Michael’s College, 15 Mitton Avenue; ages 5–14, 9am–3pm, advertised $252 (regular $360). Book Camp button displayed.

ASC Marryatville: 21–22 December 2026, Marryatville High School, 170 Kensington Road; ages 5–14, 9am–3pm, advertised $210. Book Camp button displayed. The dated event header specifies two days, although generic description text mentions three; confirm the two-day booking and inclusions before paying.

Australian Capital Territory

International Sports Camps at Red Hill

For Canberra families planning January activities, this three-day program is listed at Canberra Grammar School.

• Dates: 13–15 January 2027.
• Venue: Canberra Grammar School, 40 Monaro Crescent, Red Hill.
• Programs: Mini, ages 5–7; Junior, ages 7–12; Senior, ages 12–15.
• Hours: 8.45 am–3 pm each day.
• Advertised early-bird prices: Mini $231; Junior $241.50; Senior $248.50 for three days.
• Standard prices shown: $330, $345 and $355 respectively.
• Booking status: Booking links displayed. The advertised discount ends 23 November.

View the Red Hill camp.

Northern Territory

Lockdown Academy Christmas Holiday Camp in Darwin

Reconfirmation needed: the December camp was advertised when first researched, but its homepage could not be reopened on 12 November. The details below are from the earlier announcement, not confirmation of current availability.

• Dates: 14–18 December 2026.
• Venue: Marrara Indoor Stadium, Darwin.
• Ages: 5–17.
• Hours: 9 am–3 pm each day.
• Previous early-bird offer: $200 for members or $300 for non-members. That advertised offer ended 8 November 2026 and should not be treated as current.
• Previously advertised standard price: $250 for members or $350 for non-members. Reconfirm the current total with the organiser.
• Booking status: Current registration and remaining places need confirmation with the organiser.

The organiser lists daily snacks, fruit and drinks, plus Friday lunch. Check what food to pack on the other days. Member prices depend on membership eligibility, so compare the non-member price unless you already qualify.

Contact Lockdown Academy through its official page before making plans.

Tasmania

JackJumpers and Jewels January holiday clinics

The JackJumpers and Jewels have announced January 2027 holiday clinics for ages 5–12. Four organiser-linked event pages confirm the following sessions:

• Clarence, 15 January: Clarence Sports Centre, Montagu Bay.
• Devonport, 19 January: Devonport Recreation Centre, 34 Forbes Street.
• Launceston, 20 January: Elphin Sports Centre.
• Kingston, 28 January: JackJumpers and Jewels High Performance Centre.

These four clinics list 9am–3pm for $100 including lunch, 9am–noon for $70, or 1–3pm for $60, with booking and transaction fees added at checkout. Bring a drink bottle, snack and basketball unless purchasing the optional ball. Player appearances are not included. Details checked 12 November; remaining places have not been tested.

The official clinics page also lists Kingston on 14 January and player-led Moonah clinics on 13 and 29 January. The 14 January event has conflicting older Mini Ants text in its description, so confirm its age group and ticket details before booking. Check the specific player-led event details rather than assuming the holiday-clinic prices or age range apply.

Further announcements and booking checks

More camps may be available than those with fully checked details above. These are useful leads, not confirmed available places. Where a listing conflicts with its booking page, confirm directly before making plans.

• NSW: Tamworth’s homepage also announces Mini Bolts Preschool Summer Sizzle, but exact January dates, ages and price remain unverified. ASC’s Sydney schedule advertises Alexandria, Huntley Street Recreation Centre, 21–23 December 2026. Its linked product could not be verified. YMCA Manly and Bondi Junction have indexed summer listings but opened pages still show spring. Check the actual booking calendar, year and operating days.
• Victoria: ASC’s Melbourne schedule also advertises Brighton 14–16 December, Balwyn North and Fitzroy North 21–23 December, Richmond 6–8 January, Doncaster and Maribyrnong 11–13 January, Canterbury 13–15 January, and Community Oakleigh 11–12 January, for summer 2026–27. Their individual products could not all be matched and verified. Brighton links conflict between old/out-of-season and sold-out products. Chase Basketball has indexed December 2026 MSAC clinics, but its calendar needs a fresh booking-page check. Do not transfer prices or age bands from another camp.
• Queensland: ASC’s Brisbane schedule advertises Enoggera 13–15 January 2027, but the linked product resolves to another camp. Gold Coast Basketball says its December/January program is to be announced.
• Western Australia: ASC’s Perth schedule advertises Bull Creek 6–8 January and Leeming 18–20 January 2027, but individual booking details remain unverified. Warwick’s Shooting Clinic is returning in January 2027, with an exact date still to come. LeisureFit’s indexed December Holiday Hoops listing is marked closed and is not presented as bookable.
• South Australia: ASC’s Adelaide schedule advertises Henley Beach 6–8 January and Marryatville 12–14 January 2027, with individual products still requiring verification. Adelaide 36ers and Forestville Eagles had no summer dates verified in this pass.
• ACT: ASC’s Canberra schedule advertises Acton at ANU Sport and Fitness Centre 21–23 December 2026 and 18–20 January 2027, but the December product still shows an older season and January details could not be opened. UC Capitals Future Caps has conflicting January/October dates and is excluded from confirmed recommendations.
• NT: the City of Darwin Hoops4Health listing is indexed for 11 January 2027, 10am–noon, ages 5–12, free, at 3/43 Marjorie Street, Pinelands. This is a short basketball-and-activities clinic rather than a full camp. The council page could not be reopened, so confirm the details and any booking requirement.
• Tasmania: four January 2027 holiday clinics are detailed above. Check the official page for further announcements and reconfirm the 14 January Kingston description, which conflicts with its event heading.

About this guide: we checked national camp providers and local association, club and council sources across all eight states and territories on 4 November 2026. This expanded guide is still not an exhaustive register. Some organisers have not announced summer dates, some ticket pages cannot yet be verified, and regional or specialist programs may be missing. We have kept those limitations visible instead of republishing old January dates as 2027.

How to choose a camp your child will enjoy

Start with one question: what would make this a good holiday experience for your child?

A first-time player may want games, encouragement and a friend to go with. A regular club player may want more challenging drills or match play. A keen teenager might prefer a program with a clearly defined age group and training focus.

Before booking, check:

• The actual age group. A broad website description can differ from the options offered at one venue.
• The experience level. Beginner, domestic and representative programs can have different entry requirements.
• The daily hours. Coaching hours do not automatically include early drop-off or late collection.
• The full cost. Compare the whole booking, including any fees, meals, travel or accommodation you need.
• Supervision and support. Ask about child-safety procedures, first aid, accessibility and any support your child needs.
• Cancellation terms. Check what happens if your child is unwell or family plans change.
• Your school calendar. December finishing dates and January return dates differ.

You don’t need the longest camp or the most impressive name. A manageable session that your child is excited to attend is a sensible place to start.

What to pack

Use the organiser’s instructions first, then work through a simple checklist:

• Comfortable sports clothes and suitable court shoes.
• A labelled drink bottle.
• Lunch and snacks where required, following the camp’s food rules.
• A labelled basketball if requested.
• A spare shirt and socks.
• Hat and sunscreen if outdoor activities or travel between venues are involved.
• Any agreed medication or support instructions, supplied directly to the organiser.

For overnight camps, ask for the full accommodation and packing guide.

Keep the holiday fun

Leave room in the calendar for rest, family plans and unstructured shooting around. Before camp, ask your child what they’re looking forward to. Afterwards, ask which game or skill they want to try again.

The aim is a holiday experience they want to talk about on the way home, with basketball still feeling like something they choose.

Save this guide while you plan, then use the organiser links to check the latest details before booking.

Explore camp and coaching providers

These Brisbane-area directory listings are a starting point for ongoing training and future holiday programs. They are not confirmation of 2026–27 camp dates. Confirm current sessions, ages, prices and availability directly with each provider.