Skills Development Program
Foundation of Performance
Athletes develop
- Ball handling under pressure
- Shooting mechanics
- Basketball IQ & decision-making
Youth Basketball Academy · Irvine, CA
Elevate
Your Game
Confident young athletes start here. Camps and skills training in Orange County for boys and girls ages 8–11.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 8–11Boys & Girls welcome
Our mission
We help young athletes grow their basketball skills, confidence, discipline, and love for the game.
FundamentalsConfidenceTeamworkDiscipline
Our programs
Camps & training built for player growth.
Each program gives athletes clear instruction, competitive reps, and a positive environment where progress feels possible.
Elite Development Pathway
OC Elevate Basketball Academy
Skills. Structure. Performance.
A year-round pathway built to move athletes from fundamentals to confident, game-ready performance.
After School Program
Consistency & Growth
Focus areas
- Weekly skill repetition
- Game concepts
- Teamwork & accountability
Strength & Athletic Performance
Physical Edge
Training includes
- Speed, agility & acceleration
- Strength & core development
- Basketball-specific conditioning
Location: Momentous Sports Center – IrvineInstagram: @OCElevateBasketballAcademySchedule & registration details coming soon
The PathwaySkills → After School → Strength & Performance
A clear progression from fundamentals to high-performance readiness.
01
Register & paySkills Training
Fundamentals Camp
Master the basics. Build a foundation for life.
A structured camp for young athletes who need clean fundamentals, more confidence with the ball, and a better understanding of how to play the game the right way.
Best for
- Beginners
- Developing players
- Rec / league prep
Focus
- Ball handling
- Passing
- Shooting form
- Footwork
- Defense basics
What parents can expect
- Age-appropriate coaching
- Organized, high-energy reps
- Clear next step
Upcoming sessions
Add dates as they’re releasedPlanning
$250Next opening
- Date
- Dates announced soon
- Time
- Time TBD
- Location
- Irvine, CA
- Capacity
- Limited spots
- Submit an inquiry and we’ll share the next available option.
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Register & payYouth Camp
Summer Elevate Camp
Take your game to the next level this summer.
An exciting youth basketball camp focused on skill development, confidence, teamwork, conditioning, and strong game fundamentals — all in a fun, supportive environment.
Best for
- Boys & girls ages 8–11
- One-week camp
- Summer development
Focus
- Basketball IQ
- Ball handling
- Shooting
- Footwork
- Defense
- Conditioning
What parents can expect
- Supportive coaching
- Confidence-building reps
- Strong fundamentals
- Limited spots
Coaching staff
Erna Kurtic & Lilian Portugal
- USA Basketball Coach Licensed
- USA Certified Youth Development
- AFAA Certified
Upcoming sessions
Register for one session or both sessionsSummer 2026
$250 per weekSession 1
- Date
- June 22 – June 26
- Time
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location
- Momentous Sports Center – Irvine
- Capacity
- Limited spots
- Boys & girls, 8–11 years old.
- Players may register for one session or both sessions.
- Spots are limited and filling quickly.
Summer 2026
$250 per weekSession 2
- Date
- July 6 – July 10
- Time
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location
- Momentous Sports Center – Irvine
- Capacity
- Limited spots
- Boys & girls, 8–11 years old.
- Players may register for one session or both sessions.
- Spots are limited and filling quickly.
What we focus on
Our Training
Every drill, every practice, every game is a chance to grow — on and off the court.
- 01
Basketball Fundamentals
Dribbling, passing, shooting, footwork, defense, and game understanding.
- 02
Confidence Building
Helping athletes believe in themselves and become comfortable on the court.
- 03
Discipline & Work Ethic
Teaching consistency, focus, effort, and respect for the game.
- 04
Teamwork & Sportsmanship
Encouraging communication, support, leadership, and positive team habits.
- 05
Skill Development
Helping each athlete improve at their own level and keep progressing.
- 06
Game Understanding
Teaching court awareness, spacing, positioning, and smarter decisions.
- 07
Physical Fitness
Age-appropriate conditioning, agility, and coordination training.
- 08
Positive Environment
A supportive space where every player feels valued, challenged, and seen.
Player pathway
From first reps to game confidence.
A clear development story helps parents and players understand what progress looks like before they step on the court.
Build the base
Clean mechanics, body control, listening habits, and repeatable fundamentals.
Add pressure
Game-speed reps, competition, decision-making, and confidence after mistakes.
Elevate impact
Stronger practices, smarter possessions, and visible growth on and off the court.
Start Your
Journey Today
OC ELEVATE · Registration & Inquiries
Get in touch
Register for a camp or send us a note.
Tell us your athlete’s age, experience level, goals, and preferred schedule. We’ll follow up with the best next step.
- OCElevateBasketballAcademy@aol.com
- @OCElevateBasketballAcademy
- Location
- Irvine, California