Our Programs
Basketball Training Programs That Build Real Skills & Confidence
At ZA Basketball Academy, we offer a range of structured training programs designed to help young athletes master the fundamentals and grow their confidence on and off the court. Led by 3x Hall of Fame Coach Zareh Avedian, each session—whether it’s 1-on-1, small group, or weekend camp—is tailored to your child’s age, skill level, and development goals. From improving ball handling and footwork to building game IQ, our programs are built for real, lasting progress.
Video Breakdown Session
Learn by Watching. Improve by Understanding.
Review your game footage with Coach Z to gain a deeper understanding of your strengths and areas for improvement. This session 1-on-1 session helps young players enhance performance by visually analyzing their footwork, positioning, and decision-making—leading to faster development, better in-game awareness, and more confident, intelligent play on the basketball court.
What Will Your Kid Learn:
- Spot strong footwork, hustle, and ball handling
- Identify mistakes in shooting, passing, and positioning
- Learn how to analyze and break down gameplay
- Improve court awareness and decision-making
- Understand how to self-correct using visual feedback
Personalized Training
Individual Attention 1-ON-1 & 2-ON-1 Sessions
Get focused, personalized coaching with Coach Z through 1-on-1 or 2-on-1 sessions tailored to your child’s skill level and goals. Each session builds core fundamentals like ball handling, shooting, defense, and footwork—providing the attention, structure, and expert guidance needed to elevate their game with real, lasting results.
What Will Your Kid Learn
- Dribbling and Ball Handling Techniques
- Shooting Form and Accuracy
- Footwork Drills and Movement Efficiency
- Passing Under Pressure
- Defensive Positioning and Reaction Speed
4 Week Program
Small Group. Big Impact With Maximum 4 Players
This 4-week basketball training program is limited to just 4 players per session, ensuring focused development and personalized coaching. Players benefit from individual attention while enjoying group energy, working on key fundamentals like shooting, ball handling, passing, and footwork—all under Coach Z’s expert guidance in a structured, engaging environment.
What Will Your Kid Learn
- Dribbling and Ball Control
- Shooting Mechanics and Accuracy
- Advanced Footwork Techniques
- Passing Under Pressure
- Game-Like Situational Drills
Weekend Clinics
Seasonal Camps. Year-Round Growth.
Held 5 times a year, our weekend basketball Clinics provide high-energy, skill-focused training for kids ages 7–10. With 20 players per group, each camp offers structured coaching in dribbling, shooting, passing, and footwork. Young athletes develop confidence, teamwork, and core fundamentals in a fun, supportive, and age-appropriate environment.
What Will Your Kid Learn
- Dribbling and Ball Control
- Shooting Form and Technique
- Footwork and Body Movement
- Effective Passing Skills
- Team Play and Game Understanding
We Offer
Elite Player Development
At ZA Basketball Academy, our Elite Player Development program is crafted for dedicated young athletes ready to elevate their game. Guided by 3x Hall of Fame Coach Z, we focus on deep skill refinement, strategic game understanding, and mental and physical conditioning to prepare players for elite competition and leadership.
Skill Advancement
Shooting & Finishing
Perfect release mechanics and scoring consistency in pressure situations, increasing accuracy and reliability.
Ball Handling & Creativity
Cultivate superior ball control, combo dribbles, and confident decision-making under defensive pressure
Footwork & Movement
Enhance balance, agility, and first-step explosiveness for seamless transitions and court navigation.
Basketball IQ & Game Intelligence
Court Vision & Timing
Learn to anticipate plays and position yourself for optimal team offensive and defensive execution.
Game Scenario Simulation
Practice realistic game drills to sharpen decision‑making speed, court awareness, and adaptability.
Playmaking Under Pressure
Build confidence to take control, set tempo, and execute confidently in high-pressure moments.
Mental Resilience & Athletic Conditioning
Leadership & Accountability
Develop habits of responsibility, strong work ethic, and leading by example on and off court.
Mental Toughness & Focus
Train to stay composed under pressure, bounce back from setbacks, and maintain competitive drive.
Basketball-Specific Conditioning
Engage in basketball-informed strength, agility, and endurance training to sustain high-intensity performance.
