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Ball Lab Basketball Training | North Vancouver
Helping young athletes build confidence, develop real skills, and love the game.

Small group training, private coaching, birthday parties, camps, and youth leagues. Start your child’s basketball pathway today We believe we are the best basketball training club in town and have the only facility on the North Shore, but talk is cheap. We will let you try us out for a no-obligation full 30 days, let you meet our performance coaches, other members, and at the end of those 30 days, if we haven’t earned your business, then we don’t deserve to have you as a member.

Photos from Ball Lab's post 06/03/2026

THE 5 Ws OF SUMMER BASKETBALL DEVELOPMENT:

WHAT: Ball Lab Summer Basketball Camps.

WHO: Youth athletes ages 5–14 (split into targeted age groups).

WHEN: July & August 2026 (Weekly morning and afternoon sessions available).

WHERE: Ball Lab Training Academy, 1801-R Welch Street, North Vancouver.

WHY: Because most summer camps just keep kids busy—we actually move their game forward.

Most summer camps turn into recreational chaos. 🏀 Traditional camps rely on long, boring lines or completely unstructured scrimmages where players never actually learn how to think under real game pressure.

At Ball Lab, we do things differently. Our summer camps feature game-based training and a decision-heavy Small-Sided Games (SSG) approach. This ensures every single player gets maximum court touches, constant decision-making reps, and targeted coaching that actually translates to real game nights.

Choose the Perfect Session for Your Athlete:

Ages 5–9 (Morning Session): 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Base skill work, motor patterns, and high-repetition play.

Ages 10–14 (Afternoon Session): 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Advanced game reads, spacing, and live competitive scenarios.

📅 Available Weekly Blocks:

July 6 – 10

July 20 – 24

August 10 – 14

August 17 – 21

Bring a Sibling & Save! 👥
We want to make it easier for the whole family to train. Get 10% OFF your registration when signing up siblings by entering the code Summer10 at checkout!

Spots are strictly limited per age bracket to maintain our elite coach-to-player ratio, and our camps sell out completely every single summer. Swipe left to see our official schedule breakdown and lock in your child's spot before the brackets fill up!

🔗 Register directly through our portal: https://balllab.gymmasteronline.com/portal/signup/25

Photos from Ball Lab's post 06/03/2026

THE 5 Ws OF SUMMER BASKETBALL DEVELOPMENT:

WHO: Youth athletes ages 5–14 (split into targeted age groups).

WHAT: Ball Lab Summer Basketball Camps.

WHEN: July & August 2026 (Weekly morning and afternoon sessions available).

WHERE: Ball Lab Training Academy, 1801-R Welch Street, North Vancouver.

WHY: Because most summer camps just keep kids busy—we actually move their game forward.

Most summer camps turn into recreational chaos. 🏀 Traditional camps rely on long, boring lines or completely unstructured scrimmages where players never actually learn how to think under real game pressure.

At Ball Lab, we do things differently. Our summer camps feature game-based training and a decision-heavy Small-Sided Games (SSG) approach. This ensures every single player gets maximum court touches, constant decision-making reps, and targeted coaching that actually translates to real game nights.

Choose the Perfect Session for Your Athlete:

Ages 5–9 (Morning Session): 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Base skill work, motor patterns, and high-repetition play.

Ages 10–14 (Afternoon Session): 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Advanced game reads, spacing, and live competitive scenarios.

📅 Available Weekly Blocks:

July 6 – 10

July 20 – 24

August 10 – 14

August 17 – 21

Bring a Sibling & Save! 👥
We want to make it easier for the whole family to train. Get 10% OFF your registration when signing up siblings by entering the code Summer10 at checkout!

Spots are strictly limited per age bracket to maintain our elite coach-to-player ratio, and our camps sell out completely every single summer. Swipe left to see our official schedule breakdown and lock in your child's spot before the brackets fill up!

🔗 Register directly through our portal: https://balllab.gymmasteronline.com/portal/signup/25

Photos from Ball Lab's post 05/30/2026

🍦 FREE TCBY GIFT CARD + SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP

Looking for an active and fun summer program for your child?

Ball Lab Basketball Camps are designed to build confidence, skills, athleticism, and a love for the game.

🏀 Ages 5-14

SPECIAL BONUS:

The first 5 families to register will receive a FREE $20 TCBY Gift Card.

Train Hard. Chill After.

Limited to 5 registrations only.

Register at https://balllab.ca/summer-camps

05/29/2026

Great playmakers don't guess—they read. 🧠👀

In this 2v2 small side game, we are using a chair on the wing to mimic a screen, forcing our players to make split-second decisions based on how the defense reacts.

The Setup:

• The Start: The ball handler (OP) starts at the baseline corner of the free throw line with a defender (DP) trailing tight right behind them.

• The Approach: The OP dribbles, skips, reads the floor, and uses the chair as a pick.

The Live Reads:

• Read 1 (Over the Top): If the trailing defender fights over the pick, the OP attacks the middle of the paint. If the second defender steps up to help, the other offensive player slides baseline for the drop-pass and finish.

• Read 2 (Under the Screen): If the defender tries to cheat and go under the pick, the OP instantly rejects it and drives hard down the baseline, while their teammate rotates to the middle to fill the open space.

This game completely cuts out robotic, scripted plays. It trains players to dissect defensive positioning on the move and execute with extreme confidence.

ELEVATE YOUR COURT IQ THIS SUMMER!

Want to stop guessing on the court and start making elite game reads? We build high-IQ ball handlers every single week through live, competitive small side games just like this.

Registration for our Ball Lab Summer Camps is officially live!

🔗 Don't let your off-season go to waste. Secure your spot now: https://balllab.ca/summer-camps

Photos from Ball Lab's post 05/27/2026

Another competitive Sunday afternoon in the books for the Ball Lab Development League.

From fast breaks to tight defensive stops, these athletes are building genuine response habits and intelligence on the floor. When you take away the extra body in a 4v4 setup, there is nowhere to hide—everyone has to be a threat.

The work continues next weekend.
We keep our rosters tight to guarantee maximum playing time and high-intensity reps. Don’t wait until next season to get your kid the competition they need.

👉 Head to the link in our bio to register immediately.

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05/24/2026

You can’t hesitate when the window opens.

In this high-intensity small side game, we are testing a shooter's balance and a defender's explosive closing speed. It is all about reading the exact moment to strike.

The Rules:

The Offense: The offensive player (OP) must execute at least two float dribbles before pulling up for the shot.

The Disadvantage: The defender (DP) must keep their hands on their waist, waiting for the trigger.

The Live Read: The split second the OP raises their hands to go into the shooting motion, the DP is live and must react instantly to contest the shot.

This game forces shooters to stay balanced through their movement and rise up smoothly under sudden pressure. For the defense, it builds that elite, explosive first step needed to close out and contest late shots without fouling.

TRAIN SMARTER WITH US THIS SUMMER!

We don't do static shooting lines where you stand in one spot. We build real game-ready shot-makers through live, competitive scenarios. Want to elevate your scoring consistency?

Registration for our Ball Lab Summer Camps is officially open!

🔗 Secure your spot today: https://balllab.ca/summer-camps

05/22/2026

In this high-speed small-sided game, we are testing our players' reactions, timing, and passing accuracy in tight spaces. There is no time to think—you only have time to read and react.

The Setup:

1. The Action: The first offensive player (OP1) floats out to the left or right, while the second offensive player (OP2) sprints hard directly into the Smiley Face (restricted area).

2. The Pass: OP1 must deliver a precise, lightning-fast pocket pass through the defensive gap.

3. The Defense: The moment the play triggers, the defender (DP) shoots out of the line to chase down and contest the shot at the rim.

This game teaches passers how to feed the roller under pressure, and it teaches finishers how to handle contact and score in the paint before the defense can recover.

UPGRADE YOUR BASKETBALL IQ THIS SUMMER!

We don't do repetitive, mindless passing lines. We build playmaker instincts through live, competitive scenarios just like this. Want to master your court vision before next season?

Registration for our Ball Lab Summer Camps is officially open!

🔗 Click the link to secure your spot: https://balllab.ca/summer-camps

05/20/2026

Most athletes train hard in the off-season.

Very few train with a clear plan.

Confidence is not built from random drills.
It’s built from purposeful reps, the right feedback, and an environment that helps athletes trust themselves under pressure.

This off-season, we’re opening a limited number of 15-Minute Player Development Planning Sessions for North Shore families.

Zoom or in-person.

We’ll help parents understand:
• what their child should focus on
• how to train smarter, not just more
• what separates athletes who improve from those who plateau
• and how to build confidence that transfers into real games

The goal is simple:
Help your child walk into next season more prepared, more confident, and loving the game even more.

Reply “OFF-SEASON” or DM us to book a spot.

Limited to 5 families.

Coach Bijan
Ball Lab

05/20/2026

Wasting dribbles in transition is a luxury you don’t have. ⏱️

In this full-court small-sided game, we are pushing our athletes to be incredibly efficient with the ball. The mission is simple: attack from baseline to baseline and finish strong in the Smiley Face. But there is a catch.

We’ve loaded this scenario with heavy constraints to force real game-ready adaptation:

The Defensive Pressure: The defender’s job is to shrink the floor, seal the middle, and ride the offense right into the sideline.

The Dribble Clock: The offense only has 6 dribbles to clear the court and score (we give our under-Grade 6 group 8 dribbles).

If you pound the ball in one spot or try to over-dribble sideways, the clock runs out and the defense wins. This forces players to explode in straight lines, use long pick-ups, and read how to blow past a recovering defender at top speed.

PREPARE FOR THE NEXT LEVEL THIS SUMMER

We don't do mindless full-court sprints. We build transition efficiency through live, representative play. Want to sharpen your open-court decision making before the winter season?

Registration for our Ball Lab Summer Camps is officially live!

🔗 Lock in your athlete’s spot today: https://balllab.ca/summer-camps

05/20/2026

These athletes aren’t just playing games on Sundays, they are studying real-time decision-making in our 4v4 format. A massive shoutout to our Grade 8 and 9 division (along with some gritty Grade 7s who stepped up to play) for an absolute battle.

We keep our rosters tight to guarantee maximum playing time and high-intensity reps. Don't wait until next season to get your kid the competition they need.

DM us "LEAGUE" right now to claim a spot for your athlete.

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1801-R Welch Street
North Vancouver, BC
V7P1B7

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm