High-intensity individual skill development for players who aspire to reach higher levels in basketball, and want to learn the game the way it's played at the professional level.
The PDM Basketball Academy gives a select group of players who aspire to reach higher levels an opportunity to learn the game at the professional level. As the game evolves, players need to understand where their value comes from and how to always keep it on display.
The goal is to expand players' basketball minds and raise their basketball IQ. Executing fundamentals and doing simple things well goes a long way in creating a well-rounded player who understands correct vs. incorrect in-game decisions.
Academy players receive the kind of professional team and player development training that exists at the highest levels of the sport.
Academy training goes beyond drills. Players learn why the right play is the right play, so they can make it on their own when the game is moving fast.
Heavy emphasis on reading the defense and playing within the flow and rhythm of the game, instead of forcing plays.
In-game decisions are looked at in depth, teaching players the principles that led to each outcome so good decisions become habits.
Doing simple things well, every time. The fundamentals that separate reliable players from flashy ones are trained with real intensity.
Basketball and athletic development work together, with high-intensity sessions and a low player-to-coach ratio so every player is pushed.
Individual development often gets lost during a season because it isn't the focus of team practice, and some players play games all year long. The Academy helps young players stay deliberate and consistent with their skill development, year round.
Weekly high-intensity individual skill development that complements a player's team season, so their individual game keeps growing while they compete.
Schedule & pricing →A complete off-season program combining skills, competition, gameplay reps, and strength and conditioning with certified professionals.
Program details →Everything you need to know about the 2026-27 in-season program.
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Academy sessions run at Shoot360 Oakville, a basketball training facility built to help players get better faster through data-driven training and real-time feedback.
It's a training environment that matches the standard of the program: focused, high-intensity, and built for players who are serious about their development.
The off-season is where players make their biggest jumps. This program combines skill work, competition, and athletic development with certified professionals.
Off-Season
By the end of the program, players will
AAU is a showcase for players whose skills are already developed. If the goal is to get better, here's how the off-season time compares.
| Priority | PDM Development Program | AAU Team |
|---|---|---|
| Individual skill focus | All | None |
| Team system focus | None | All |
| Shooting repetitions | Maximized | Minimal |
| Ball touches | Maximized | Minimal |
| Hours spent travelling | Very few | A lot |
| Travel expenses | None or very little | A lot (food, gas, hotels, and more) |
| Overall individual development | Priority | Not a priority |
| Time on the bench | Not a factor | Variable, could be a lot of the season |
| Hours on individual development | Maximal (program + individual workouts) | Minimal |
| Hours on gameplay | Minimal | A lot |
| Overall player confidence | Will increase | Could rise or fall, depending on team success and playing time |
What coaches from FIBA and the NBA G-League say about PDM coach Aaron Redpath.
Aaron Redpath has a high basketball IQ. His understanding of the game is beyond a system, it's on the execution. Aaron is the perfect person to teach kids the understanding and execution of the game on top of the fundamentals. PDM Basketball will take you to the next level.
Aaron Redpath has a great understanding of the game from a player's perspective as well as a coach's perspective. Not all high level players possess this attribute, which makes Aaron an extremely valuable resource to teach young players the game. PDM Basketball is sure to expand players' basketball knowledge and IQ.
Aaron was a great player for us at Saint John. He was a poised playmaker, a capable scorer, a knockdown shooter, and a fierce competitor. He always played with great technique, pace and vision while being a great orchestrator on the floor.
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Sessions run Mondays from 6:45 to 8:30 PM at Shoot360 Oakville.
Stay month-to-month across the season and keep building, block by block.
The Academy is designed for a select group of players who aspire to reach higher levels in basketball and want to learn the game at the professional level. It's built for players who are serious about their development.
Mondays from 6:45 to 8:30 PM at Shoot360 in Oakville, from October 2026 to April 2027. Dates, locations, and times are subject to change.
Registration is month-to-month. A 4-session month is $239.99 + HST and a 3-session month is $179.99 + HST, so pricing scales with the number of sessions in each month.
Yes. Drop-in sessions are $70 + HST per session. Choose the drop-in option when you register.
No. Academy training is individual player development. It complements the team a player is already on by focusing on the individual skills that team practices usually don't have time for.
The Off-Season Player Development Program runs in the spring and summer and includes skills training, competition drills, situational gameplay reps, and strength, conditioning, and stretching with certified professionals. Contact us for details.
Basketball shoes, comfortable athletic clothing, and a water bottle. Players should arrive a few minutes early so they're ready to go at the start of the session.
One-on-one and small-group sessions with PDM's professional coaches.
Learn more →Individual skill development for young players: ball handling, footwork, shooting, and confidence.
Learn more →Small-group sessions targeting core fundamentals, ball control, and shooting.
Learn more →Six weeks of signature camps at Shoot360 Oakville, with daily time on the Shoot360 training units.
Learn more →Train like a pro, think like a pro, and keep your development moving all season long.
