Tarkanian Skills AcademyPractice. Train. Grow.
Specialized basketball training built to help young athletes sharpen fundamentals and develop their game at TBA's Las Vegas facility.
Skill-Focused Training
The Tarkanian Skills Academy gives athletes a structured setting to work on the fundamentals of basketball — ball handling, shooting, footwork, and overall court awareness. Sessions are designed for players looking to practice, train, and grow at their own pace.
The Academy operates alongside TBA's broader youth basketball programs, giving families a consistent path from foundational skills work to team play.
What the Academy Offers
Specialized Training
Focused instruction aimed at building core basketball skills in a structured academy format.
Practice & Repetition
Regular training sessions give athletes room to practice technique and build consistency over time.
Structured Development
Programs are organized to support steady growth, connecting naturally with TBA's youth basketball and camp offerings.
Continue Your Training
Athletes working through the Skills Academy can also explore TBA's youth basketball programs and seasonal camps and clinics for additional opportunities to practice and compete.
At the Tarkanian Skills Academy, young athletes in Las Vegas find a focused environment for refining the building blocks of the game. Sessions emphasize ball handling, shooting form, footwork, and overall court awareness, allowing players to develop habits that translate directly into competitive play. The Academy works hand in hand with TBA's broader youth basketball programs, creating a steady progression from foundational drills to more advanced team concepts. Coaches guide each participant at a pace suited to their experience, encouraging repetition and confidence in equal measure. By keeping groups small and instruction purposeful, the program helps players grow in skill while still enjoying the social side of training alongside peers who share their enthusiasm for the sport.