Welcome to Santa Monica Basketball Academy!
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Santa Monica Basketball Academy provides high-energy, fundamentals-first training for athletes of all levels.
Our camps and skill programs focus on technique, teamwork, and game IQ. Helping players grow both on and off the court.
Why choose SMBA?
- Skill development across the core fundamentals: ball-handling, shooting, passing, defense, and footwork.
- Players are grouped by age and ability to ensure an appropriate level of challenge and progress.
- A positive, growth-focused environment that teaches both confidence and character.
- Conveniently located on the Westside of Los Angeles with easy access for Santa Monica families.
(base address: 2801 Ocean Park Blvd, Unit 387)
Our Mission:
To develop confident, fundamentally sound basketball players who respect the game, value teamwork, and carry those lessons with them both on and off the court.
WINTER Basketball camps 2025
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Details:
Our Basketball camp focuses on building strong fundamentals through detailed drills and clear instruction. Players work on ball handling, shooting form, dribbling control, offensive and defensive movements, and court awareness. We also include scrimmages, competitive challenges, and one on one play to help every athlete apply their skills in real-game situations. Players are grouped by age and ability level to ensure the right pace for learning and improvement.
Lunch is available for delivery through Subway at check-in!
Ages: 6-14
Location: John Adams Middle School
Date: Monday February 16, 2026
Time: 9am-3pm
Saturday Skills
Speed and Agility Class
Speed & Agility Class: 8:00AM–9:00AM
Get better with us this season and build your skills week after week!
Location: Memorial Park, Santa Monica
Day: Saturdays
Ages: 6–14
Saturday Skills Clinics
Our weekly Basketball Skills Clinics are open for boys and girls who want to take their game to the next level!
Each Saturday, players work on shooting, passing, dribbling, defense, offense, speed, and agility in a fun and competitive setting.
Location: Memorial Park, Santa Monica
Day: Saturdays
Time: 9:00AM–12:00PM
Ages: 6–14
Saturday Night Hoops
Saturday Night Hoops
Join us each Saturday night at Santa Monica High School for skill work and open runs!
Players will sharpen their fundamentals, then put those skills into action with live play.
Location: Santa Monica High School
Times:
- Skills Work: 5:00PM–7:00PM ($20)
- Open Runs: 7:00PM–9:00PM ($20)
- Both Sessions: $30 -NEW DISCOUNT!!! -
Ages:
- 6-16 - Sk
Join us each Saturday night at Santa Monica High School for skill work and open runs!
Players will sharpen their fundamentals, then put those skills into action with live play.
Location: Santa Monica High School
Times:
- Skills Work: 5:00PM–7:00PM ($20)
- Open Runs: 7:00PM–9:00PM ($20)
- Both Sessions: $30 -NEW DISCOUNT!!! -
Ages:
- 6-16 - Skills Hour
- 8th grade - 11th grade - Open Runs
Train, compete, and have fun under the lights every Saturday night!
Basketball Private Lessons
Take your training further this winter!
Work one-on-one or in small groups with SMSA’s experienced basketball coaching staff.
Lessons are available for:
- Shooting and finishing technique
- Ball-handling and dribbling control
- Passing and footwork
- Defensive positioning and movement
Customize your training to meet your individual goals and skill level — from beginner fundamentals to advanced performance work.