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Basketball camps
Competition and tournaments can only take basketball players so far. At IMG Academy, we combine age-appropriate development on the court with invaluable strength, nutrition, and mindset training. Athletes will truly be able to maximize their potential in a fun and supportive environment led by coaches who have experience at the highest levels of the game.
Basketball camp overview
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Skills training
Training specializations
Coaching
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Schedule
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Off-campus excursions
Basketball camp at IMG Academy
IMG Academy boys basketball camps incorporate small-group training sessions as well as position-specific drills that prepare players of all levels for their upcoming tryouts, league season, and even for the collegiate level. The same coaching staff who led IMG to the 2019 GEICO National Championship game works directly with IMG campers to hone their technical, tactical, and strategic skills during each session.
Camp programs include on-court group sessions that focus on shooting, dribbling, defense, and more. All boys basketball campers will receive a post-camp analysis report inclusive of coach feedback and important takeaways.
Training for every position and skill
Depending on your position, here are just some of the skills you will learn from our expert coaches:
Technical
Dribbling, shooting form, rebounding, footwork and finishing skills
Game situations
Floor spacing, movement off of a screen, 1-on-1 attacking and defense and ball penetration
Physical
Increase speed/agility, build explosive power, increase endurance and aerobic capacity and reduce chance of injury
Advanced techniques
Reading a defense, managing fast break situations, post moves (high and low post), running a team as a point guard, creating your shot and help defense
Mental
Learn mental toughness and discipline; Build player confidence, superior focus, game preparation and improved attitude
Basketball camp training specializations
All Total Athlete and Game Changer programs include training specializations that can be changed for each week of the camp. Athletes seeking to hone their skills outside of sport-specific training will benefit from these unique training specializations. IMG’s expert coaches set athletes apart from their competition, and each session provides campers with takeaways that will significantly impact their game.
Strength & power
- Explosive resistance
- Jumping and plyometrics
- Efficient power development
- Correct motor patterns
Speed & agility
- Linear acceleration
- Maximum velocity
- Lateral movement
- Multi-directional movement and agility
Mental toughness & vision
- Self-talk
- Breathing
- Imagery
- Focus
- Emotional regulation
- Goal Setting
Nutrition for athletes
- The performance plate
- Pre-competition fueling
- Recovery
- Fueling timelines
- Hydration
Leadership & communication
- Team building
- Verbal and non-verbal communication
- Identity
- Developing relationships
- Inspiring and empowering yourself and others
Athlete assessment & injury prevention
Led by on-campus Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital physical therapists, programming includes movement, strength, and flexibility analysis screenings as well as review sport-specific injury prevention tips. Campers will also learn corrective exercises along with ways to proactively reduce the risk of injury during sport.
College recruiting essentials
Campers will learn how to leverage Next College Student Athlete’s (NCSA) online recruiting platform, build their NCSA profile and target college programs that best fit their athletic, academic and personal preferences. Sport-specific recruiting experts will coach campers on communicating effectively and creating quality connections with college coaches throughout their recruiting process.
Learn more about NCSA
SAT/ACT test prep
Semi-private and individualized classes with our test prep experts helps students prepare for their SAT or ACT college entrance exams. Instructors use official testing materials and offer techniques to help take the exams with confidence.
ESL
Campers will have a daily ESL course with weekly themes such as Inspiring People, Extreme Sports, the Endangered Planet, or Entrepreneurs. Instructors focus on communication skills, vocabulary development, conversation, short videos, and grammar as well as test preparation. For all options, please contact an advisor.
Expert coaching
IMG Academy basketball camps are anchored by expert coaches with years of playing and coaching experience at the highest levels. Learn from the pros to gain insights and training methods to continue developing your skills.
Coach spotlight
Brian Nash - Director
Brian Nash, an NCAA Division I head and assistant coach for more than 20 years, joined IMG Academy as Director of Basketball in 2016. Brian Nash came to IMG Academy from Duquesne University where he was the Associate Head Coach, overseeing student-athlete recruitment and backcourt player development, as well as playing a significant role in mentoring student-athletes.
Year-round performance and world-class amenities
Youth athletes need to maintain a competitive edge and continue to hone their skills, even in the off-season. Attending summer basketball camps are an ideal way to accomplish this goal. IMG Academy sleepaway basketball camp gives young basketball athletes the chance to learn new skills, build on existing skills, and have fun playing with their friends and teammates.
IMG Academy offers day or overnight basketball camp options year-round with special pricing for teams or groups who want to book together. Summer basketball camps gives young athletes the chance to board in Ascender Residence Halls and access to campus amenities 24 hours a day and a full team of residential mentors.
A perfect option for local basketball campers or for families on vacation in the Sarasota and Bradenton area, many on and off-campus housing options are available for adults and families, including the Legacy Hotel, The Lodge, Academy Park Villas, Ritz-Carlton, Holiday Inn Express and Suites and more, including beachfront resorts.
Enhance your camp
After you've registered for a baseball camp, take advantage of our chaperoned, off-campus excursions, and visit some of the best local area attractions. Trip options include Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Tampa Bay Rays, Bradenton Marauders, Top Golf, and more.
For exact pricing and to reserve your camper's spot, book a camp online, and then contact our Camp Service team at [email protected] or call (941) 749-8660.
Sample weekly camp schedule
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| Monday | Skill Drilling Team Drilling Competitive Drills Classroom |
Performance Skill Drilling Competitive Drills Competition |
| Tuesday | Skill Drilling Team Drilling Competitive Drills Classroom |
Performance Skill Drilling Game Play/Situations |
| Wednesday | Regen Shooting Team Drilling Competition |
Performance Skill Drilling Competitive Drills Competition |
| Thursday | Skill Drilling Team Drilling Competitive Drills Classroom |
Performance Skill Drilling Game Play/Situations |
| Friday | Skill Drilling Game Play Classroom |
Performance Skill Drilling Game Play |
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Curriculum includes a college recruiting seminar and additional optional training time on Saturdays for multi-week campers. IMG Camp Includes:
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Campers train here
- The Basketball Center has four basketball courts with 24 baskets with video analysis capabilities during practices and games
- As a part of our basketball program delivery we also use gymnasiums in the immediate vicinity of IMG Academy for on-court delivery
Performance & Sports Science Center
- Mind Gym for mental conditioning sessions and vision training
- Strength and conditioning equipment
- Classrooms for nutrition and leadership training
VIA campers
The VIA program is currently not offered for basketball camps.
Your young athlete deserves the highest level of support and comfort during their camp experience. IMG Academy offers additional support and oversight for 8-9 year old campers at no additional cost for this very reason! The VIA (Very Important Athlete) program consists of designated pick-up and drop-off locations and age-appropriate activities and programming tailored to camper schedules delivered by a responsible and energetic team guiding campers throughout their experience.
Basketball coaches
Brian Nash
Director of Basketball
Dan Barto
Associate Director
Sean McAloon
Varsity National Head Coach
Tyler Shirey
Program Manager
Jimmy Baron
Coach
Jimmy Carr
Coach
Billy Clapper
Coach
Sean Crawford
Coach
Bob Gallager
Coach
Mike Gillian
Technical Director
Cordell Henry
Coach
Jeff Platt
Coach
John Rhodes
Post-Graduate Coach
Daniel Santiago
Coach
Ivan Summers
Coach
Elliot Washington
Coach
Alberto Markovich
Student-Athlete Advisor
Andrew Phillippe
Video Coordinator
Diamyn Hall
Leadership Coach
Alex Popp
Coach
Available camps
3-day holiday camp
Start Dates: 12/20, 12/27
5-day holiday camp
Start Date: 12/18
Year-round weekly camp
Coming soon!
3-week summer camp
Coming soon!
Shoot like a Pro Camp
Camp Dates: 4/12 - 4/16/22
Overview
Designed for advanced players ages 14-18 seeking to compete at the collegiate level, IMG Academy’s Shoot Like a Pro basketball camp will focus on honing, refining, and improving a player’s shot-making ability. This camp features a heavy emphasis on shooting and ball-handling as well as technique and footwork and also includes in-depth video analysis sessions. Campers will learn from IMG’s expert staff, including Head Skills Coach Jimmy Baron, one of the best 3-point shooters in NCAA history.
Meet the Coach: Jimmy Baron
Jimmy Baron spent the previous 11 years abroad playing professionally in Europe. He played college basketball at the University of Rhode Island where his father, Jim Baron Sr., was the Head Coach. Baron remains the Atlantic 10 Conference's all-time leader in made 3-pointers.
Learn MoreSample Schedule
2-hour morning session (teaching/shooting warm-up)
2-hour afternoon session (high repetition)
1 APD session (physical or mental)
1-hour basketball classroom session
$1,649
Boarding Price
$1,369
Non-boarding Price
Contact an advisor to register for camp.
2022 basketball spring training camp
Explore IMG Academy’s weekly basketball spring training to find out which training program is best for you. Spring basketball training is available as either overnight or non-boarding. Check out our other 2022 basketball camps by scrolling through the additional tabs.
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IMG Camp
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Total Athlete
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Breakthrough
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Game Changer
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Two core strength & conditioning sessions per week
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Three core mental toughness session per week
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Coach’s Training Evaluation
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Customized instruction
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Boarding Included
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$2,619
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$3,869
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2022 holiday basketball camps
Explore IMG Academy’s 5-day basketball holiday camps to find out which camp program is best for you. Holiday basketball camps are available as either overnight camps or non-boarding day camps. Check out our other 2022 basketball camps by scrolling through the additional tabs.
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Foundation of all camps
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IMG Camp
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Total Athlete
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Breakthrough
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Game Changer
Ages 11-18
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Progressive training with our expert coaches
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Two sport-specific training sessions per day
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Three core strength & conditioning sessions per camp
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One core mental toughness session per camp
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Coach’s Training Evaluation
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Additional training specialization per day
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Customized instruction
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Boarding Included
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$2,349
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$2,799
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$3,199
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$3,549
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2022 holiday basketball camps
Explore IMG Academy’s 3-day basketball holiday camps to find out which camp program is best for you. Holiday basketball camps are available as either overnight camps or non-boarding day camps. Check out our other 2022 basketball camps by scrolling through the additional tabs.
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Foundation of all camps
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Limited availability
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IMG Camp
Ages 10-18
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Total Athlete
Ages 11-18
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Breakthrough
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Game Changer
Ages 11-18
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Progressive training with our expert coaches
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Two sport-specific training sessions per day
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One core mental toughness session per camp
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Coach’s Training Evaluation
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Bed sheets
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Additional training specialization per day
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Customized instruction
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Boarding Included
Off/On
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$1,479
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$1,759
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$2,189
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$2,409
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2023 summer basketball camps
Explore IMG Academy’s 3-week boys basketball summer camps to find out which camp program is best for you. Summer basketball camps are available as either overnight camps or non-boarding day camps. Check back soon for updated 2023 basketball camp prices and dates.
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Foundation of all camps
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Limited availability
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IMG Camp
Ages 10-18
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Total Athlete
Ages 11-18
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Breakthrough
Ages 11-18
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Game Changer
Ages 11-18
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Progressive training with our expert coaches
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Two sport-specific training sessions per day
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Four core strength & conditioning sessions per week
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Coach’s Training Evaluation
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2023 basketball camps
Explore IMG Academy’s weekly basketball camps to find out which camp program is best for you. Basketball camps are available as either overnight camps or non-boarding day camps. Check back soon for updated 2023 basketball camp prices and dates.
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Foundation of all camps
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Limited availability
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IMG Camp
Ages 10-18
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Total Athlete
Ages 11-18
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Breakthrough
Ages 11-18
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Game Changer
Ages 11-18
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Progressive training with our expert coaches
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Two sport-specific training sessions per day
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Four core strength & conditioning sessions per week
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One core mental toughness session per week
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Coach’s Training Evaluation
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Bed sheets
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Daily meals & hydration
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Boarding Included
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Choosing a camp
Selecting a training program for your child
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Based on 40+ years of athlete development, we've created four training programs uniquely tailored to help athletes experience a transformation to their game.
| Training Program | IMG Camp | Total Athlete | Breakthrough | Game Changer |
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| Program Description |
The revolutionary IMG methodology that includes elite sport instruction and core performance training. |
IMG Camp + 1 daily training specialization session. |
IMG Camp + 1 daily personalized sport training session. |
IMG Camp + Total Athlete + Breakthrough |
| Designed For |
Athletes still learning and refining their game. |
Athletes who want to enhance strength, speed, mental toughness or other areas of performance. |
Athletes who want to hone specific aspects of their game with customized coaching. |
Athletes who want the ultimate training experience to transform their game. |
How to choose the length of stay for your child
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The longer you stay, the better you become.
Capitalize on our progressive sport camps that build on each week incrementally.
Learn from expert coaches and improve your game during IMG’s 1-week sport camps that offer five full days of training.
Campers who attend IMG’s 3 and 6-week camps see the greatest benefits, as they are fully immersed within the program, strengthening relationships with our expert coaches and staff, and developing their skills on a week-by-week basis.
Whats families should know prior to booking
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- Camp registration closes 10 days prior to the start of each camp.
- Camp check-in is on Sunday, and check-out is on Saturday (except for some Holiday and Tournament camps).
- Camps are available year-round, with January-March, June-August, and December as the most popular months among athletes. It’s important to book at least 6 months ahead to reserve your spot and ensure availability.
- Campers can extend their camp stay while on campus, pending boarding and sport training availability.
- Prices may increase the closer to a booking date, so book early to save.
- Multi-week campers typically book one of our chaperoned off-campus excursions to relax and enjoy time with other campers at some of our local attractions. For exact pricing and to reserve your camper's spot, book a camp online, and then contact our Camp Service team at [email protected] or call (941) 749-8660.
- Groups of 5 or more can receive a discounted rate for booking together. Simply call our camp advisors to make a group reservation to save. 1-800-872-6425
- Refundable camp options are available. If you purchase a refundable package, IMGA will refund the amount you paid to purchase the package, less a service fee equal to 2.5% of the total amount paid for such package, provided you cancel the package at least 48 hours in advance of your original scheduled date of arrival.
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- 1-on-1 online training with IMG coaching experts
- Includes pre-assessment, customizable scheduling of individualized coaching, routine evaluations, & more
- Training & takeaways you can apply to your game right away
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