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The Perfect First Step Into Basketball

STARTERS PROGRAM

The Starters Program

Year-Round Introductory Basketball (Ages 5–8)

Starters is the first step in our player development pathway. This program introduces young players to organized basketball in a structured environment where the focus is on learning how to move, listen, and participate within the game.

We train fundamentals the right way from the beginning so players build habits that support future development, not just activity.

WHY PARENTS CHOOSE OUR STARTERS PROGRAM

Our Starters program introduces young players to basketball inside a structured environment where expectations are clear and coaching is consistent. At this level, players need repetition, movement and our goal is to help them become comfortable on the court while learning the basics correctly.

In Starters, we emphasize:

  • Age-appropriate fundamentals taught with patience and clarity
  •  Listening skills and following instruction
  •  Moving with balance and control
  •  Simple teamwork concepts in a structured setting

Classes are active and engaging, but they follow a plan. Trainees are guided through repetition so they begin building habits without feeling pressure.

Confidence at this level comes from understanding what to do and being given the time to practice it correctly. Starters provides that environment.

WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN

Bridge Starters follows a month-by-month development plan that builds skills progressively all year.

Each month focuses on a specific area of development:

Movement & Coachability

Your child will learn how to:

  • How to react fast to coaching cues (stop, go, freeze, switch)
  • Move with control (balance, body control, quick direction changes)
  • Keep spacing in drills so reps stay clean and game-like
  • Play with effort, hustle, sprint back, and finish every rep
  • Build confidence by mastering the basics the right way

 

This is where kids learn the habits that make training productive and make them stand out when they join teams later.

WHAT A CLASS LOOKS LIKE

Every class follows Bridge player development blueprint:

✔ Warm-up + movement
✔ Skill stations
✔ Small-sided games
✔ Fun challenges
✔ Positive reinforcement

Classes are fast-paced, high-energy, and designed to keep kids engaged from start to finish.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Ages: 5–6 year olds (6:00 PM) • 7–8 year olds (7:00 PM)
Training Day: Tuesday
Location: Duncanville Fieldhouse
Format: Weekly structured development sessions

Monthly Cost: $185/month (uniform cost not included) Parents are welcome to watch.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Still Have Questions about our Foundation Program? Check out our FAQ!

Must be at least 5 years old. 

Simple. Fill out and complete the registration form. All new Bridge trainees are required to purchase a Bridge uniform at checkout. 

This development plan is one days a week. 

Our class days & times are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 4pm. You choose your day.

Trainees will be broken down into groups of 3-4 trainees based off age/skills.  

Yes. Parents/guardians may accompany their child during skills classes.

Our current hours of operation are Monday-Thursday from 10am-9pm and Sundays from 4-9pm.