🏀 Train Only – Build Skills, Confidence & Love the Game

Our Train Only option is a great choice for players who:

  • are not quite ready to play games yet
  • cannot commit to Saturday games
  • want to build skills and confidence before joining a team
  • simply want to train, learn and enjoy basketball

Train Only is a flexible and welcoming way to be part of Rockets.


What is Train Only?

Players in Train Only attend weekly training sessions focused on developing fundamental basketball skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Depending on numbers and structure, players may:

  • train within their age group
  • train alongside a team
  • build towards joining a team in a future season

This is a great pathway for new players or those wanting to develop at their own pace.


Why families choose Train Only

Train Only is ideal for players who:

  • are new to basketball
  • want more time to develop before playing games
  • cannot attend Saturday fixtures
  • enjoy training and skill development

It also provides a smooth transition into full team competition when ready.


Winter Season 2026

  • Season runs across Terms 2 & 3 (April – September)
  • Train Only is available for eligible age groups
  • Focus is on skill development and participation

REGISTER HERE:

Click Here Train Only U12+ (No Game Saturday)

Click Here Train Only U8 to U12 (No Game Saturday)


Training

  • Weekly training sessions
  • Age-appropriate groups
  • Focus on:
    • fundamental skills
    • confidence building
    • teamwork
    • enjoyment of the game

Ball Sizes

  • U12 and younger: Size 5
  • U13–U14: Size 6
  • U15 and above (boys): Size 7
  • U13 and above (girls): Size 6

Fees – Winter Season 2026


Includes:

  • Training
  • Insurance
  • Club operations
  • Basketball Queensland & Basketball Australia annual fees

Transaction / system fee may apply


A Great First Step

Train Only is often the perfect introduction to Rockets.

We regularly see players:

  • build confidence
  • improve skills quickly
  • make new friends
  • transition into teams when ready




 

Training Court Unavailability

Throughout the season, some of our training courts will be unavailable due to school events.

The affected dates and venues will be listed below. Thank you for your understanding.


APR

MAY

JUN

Nissan Arena

Wed 29th April, COURT 3 not available from 7:30-8:30pm

Nissan Arena

Wed 13th May, COURT 5 not available

Fri 22nd & 29th May, COURT 3 & 5 not available, No Training.


Runcorn SHS

Mon 18th & Thu 21st May only COURT NOT AVAILABLE due to Karawatha Music Concert, No Training

JUL

AUG

SEP


Runcorn SHS

Wed 26th & Thu 27th Aug only COURT NOT AVAILABLE due to Arts Fusion, No Training

OCT

NOV

DEC

Runcorn SHS

Wed 21st & Thu 22nd Oct only COURT NOT AVAILABLE due to Sports Awards, No Training



Runcorn SHS

Tue 17th, Wed 18th & Thu 19th Nov only COURT NOT AVAILABLE due to Sports Awards, No Training

(Real-time updates)
Monday
Venue Training Sessions
Macgregor SHS Outdoor Courts
27 Blackwattle St Macgregor QLD 4109
Court 1A4:00pm - 5:00pm
Team: Training Group U8 - Mark S
Court 1B4:00pm - 5:00pm
Team: Training Group U10 - Mark S

Tuesday
Venue Training Sessions
MacGregor State High School Hall
Indoor Courts - 35 Wadley St, Upper Mount Gravatt QLD 4122
Court 1A5:00pm - 6:00pm
Team: Training Only U12 Senior
Court 1B5:00pm - 6:00pm
Team: Training Only U12 Senior

Wednesday
Venue Training Sessions
Macgregor SHS Outdoor Courts
27 Blackwattle St Macgregor QLD 4109
Court 1A4:00pm - 5:00pm
Team: Training Group U8 - Mark S
Court 1B4:00pm - 5:00pm
Team: Training Group U10 - Mark S

Friday
Venue Training Sessions
Macgregor SHS Outdoor Courts
27 Blackwattle St Macgregor QLD 4109
Court 1A4:00pm - 5:00pm
Team: Training Group U8 - Mark S
Court 1B4:00pm - 5:00pm
Team: Training Group U10 - Mark S
*Scheduled training sessions: 8 out of 8 sessions are scheduled.