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Antigonish Aikikai holds regular classes for Beginners and continuing students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 in the Combat Room in the Saputo Centre (StFX Campus). 

Anyone 14 and over is welcome to come try it out. First three classes are free. 

Next Level Basketball Academy

Train under X-Women Basketball Head Coach Katie Upham, Assistant Coaches Bobbi-Jo Colburn and Dean Haidar and X-Women Staff & Players!

Blend technical skill development with video review and tactical & decision making elements you can expect to encounter at the "Next Level".

Registeration includes notebook, T-Shirt and training sessions.

Camp Dates:

Sept 20, 27, Oct 18

Junior (Born 2013-2015) - 6:00-7:30pm 

Senior (Born 2008-2012) - 7:30-9:00pm

Oct 25, Nov 1, 8, 22, 29

Junior (Born 2013-2015) - 5:00-6:30pm 

Senior (Born 2008-2012) - 6:30-8:00pm

This U10 Boys program is open to boys, born in 2017 & 2018.  During this program athletes will get the opportunity to develop basic fundamental basketball skills and engage in scrimmages, in AMBA's Saturday Skills Basketball program. It consists of 12 sessions, October 24th - February 20th.  Practice times will take place Saturday mornings 9:40-10:40am in the STFX gymnasium. Cost $150

Boys registered in this program will have the opportunity to try out for the U10 Junior X-Men team, if they are interested in competitive play. The team will practice once/twice per week and sessions will begin in late September / early October. This involves travel and an additional fee for players on the team (in addition to the $150 initial registration fee).

This U10 Girls program is open to girls, born in 2017 & 2018.  During this program athletes will get the opportunity to develop basic fundamental basketball skills and engage in scrimmages, in AMBA's Saturday Skills Basketball program. It consists of 12 sessions, October 24th -February 20th. Practice is TENTATIVELY scheduled to take place Saturday mornings, 9:40-10:40am in the STFX Aux gymnasium. Cost $150

This year, AMBA will add an additional "girls only" weekly session on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:45 PM at the AEC from October 27^th to February 23rd. There is no additional cost for this program. Girls who attend Tuesday evenings are still eligible to attend on Saturday mornings at their respective time. Tuesday evening basketball will be for all girls aged 5-11, born in years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021.

In addition to Saturday/Tuesday, girls registered in this program will have the opportunity to try out for the U10 Junior X-Women team, if they are interested in competitive play. The team will practice once/twice per week and sessions will begin in October. This involves travel and an additional fee for players on the team (in addition to the $150 initial registration fee).

This registration is open to girls born 2013, 2014, 2015 or 2016.  There are recreational and competitive team programs. 

During the recreational program, athletes will get to develop fundamental basketball skills through drills and scrimmages, in AMBA's Saturday Skills program. It consists of 12 sessions October 24th, 2026 -February 20th, 2027. The practice time will take place Saturday mornings, 10:50-12:00pm in the STFX gymnasium.  Fee is $150.

This year, AMBA will add an additional "girls only" weekly session on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:45 PM at the AEC from October 27^th to February 23rd. There is no additional cost for this program. Girls who attend Tuesday evenings are still eligible to attend on Saturday mornings at their respective time. Tuesday evening basketball will be for all girls aged 5-11, born in years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021.

Girls registered for this program will have the opportunity to try out for the U12 Junior X-Women (born 2015 & 2016) or U14 Junior X-Women (born 2013 & 2014) teams, if they are interested in competitive play. The teams will practice approximately 2-3 times per week and try outs will be held in early October.  This involves travel and there is an additional fee for players selected to the team.

This program is open to boys and girls, ages 5-7 years, who are born 2019, 2020, 2021 & enrolled in school.  During this program, players will get the opportunity to develop basic fundamental basketball skills and have active play time.  Practice times will take place Saturday mornings, 8:30-9:30 am in the StFX Gymnasium.  Cost: $150

U16 & U18 Player Registration serves three specific purposes: 

1. Allowing older players to be members of Basketball Nova Scotia and potentially participate in any/all BNS related programming for the 2026/27 season, including a u16 rep team, if one is formed.

2. Creates registration opportunity for 'over age' players intending to participate on the U14 Junior X Boys or Girls team, if the opportunity becomes available.

3. Helps AMBA understand the interest of older players to form competitive teams following the traditional high school season to be eligible to compete in the BNS Provincial Championships.

Cost of the program is $100

This program is open to boys and girls, ages 5-7 years, who are born 2019, 2020, 2021 & enrolled in school.  During this program, players will get the opportunity to develop basic fundamental basketball skills and have active play time.  Practice times will take place Saturday mornings, 8:30-9:30 am in the StFX Gymnasium.  Cost: $150

This year, AMBA will add an additional "girls only" weekly session on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:45 PM at the AEC from October 27^th to February 23rd. There is no additional cost for this program. Girls who attend Tuesday evenings are still eligible to attend on Saturday mornings at their respective time. Tuesday evening basketball will be for all girls aged 5-11, born in years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 .

Weekly Friday sessions combine fun game play and instruction. Safe and supportive environment for all skill levels.  Participants should dress warmly and must bring clean indoor sneakers and a helmet (hockey, bike, and skateboard). All other equipment is provided. The club provides family discounts. Program fees are $115 for the first child, $175 for two children and $215 for three children. Fees to be paid at the club by cash or debit

Weekly Friday sessions combine fun game play and instruction. Safe and supportive environment for all skill levels.  Participants should dress warmly and must bring clean indoor sneakers and a helmet (hockey, bike, and skateboard). All other equipment is provided. The club provides family discounts. Program fees are $115 for the first child, $175 for two children and $215 for three children. Fees to be paid at the club by cash or debit

Annual Indvidual Membership

Annual Family Membership

$60 Program Fee for fall/winter 2026/27 sessions ( 18 sessions )

$20 Insurance Fee <annual fee for all Sept 2026 to Aug 2027 floorball events>

$60 Program Fee for fall/winter 2026/27 sessions ( 18 sessions )

$20 Insurance Fee <annual fee for all Sept 2026 to Aug 2027 floorball events>

$60 Program Fee for fall/winter 2026/27 sessions

$20 Insurance Fee <annual fee for all Sept 2026 to Aug 2027 floorball events>

$20 Program Fee for fall 2026 sessions

$20 Insurance Fee <annual fee for all Sept 2026 to Aug 2027 floorball events>

$20 Program Fee for fall 2026 sessions

$20 Insurance Fee <annual fee for all Sept 2026 to Aug 2027 floorball events>

DURATION:
This Program runs for 8 Weeks Starting January 19 until March 16   In the Auxiliary Gymnasium in the Amelia Saputo Center on the STFX campus. The Class is Mondays 3:15-4:15 PM. 

AGES:
This program is for boys and girls 4 years old - 10 years old (age during the program).

COST & PAYMENT:
This Program costs $90 for the 8 week term. Payment will be completed through Credit Card payment with Playfinder after registration is accepted. 

WHAT TO EXPECT:
Participants will take part in various types of gymnastic activities, games, relays, obstacle courses, etc. to develop their physical literacy. Our program follows the Canadian Gymnastics Federation's Can Gym Program, which is a badge incentive program that allows children to experience gymnastics in a progressive and safe manner. 

Please note: There are no parents allowed in gym during class time.  All pick up and drop offs are outside the gym doors of the Auxiliary Gym in  the Saputo Center.

Limit of 45 spots available, a waitlist of 10 will be maintained. 

For More information contact Kelly Thompson at email kthompso@stfx.ca

 Program Details

• Saturday morning practice: Practices will rotate between Antigonish and Cape Breton.
• Friday Night House League: All players will continue to participate in their regular Friday night House League in their home region (Antigonish or Port Hood).
• 3–4 games per month: Games may be scheduled during the team's regular Saturday practice time or on Sundays.
• Travel: Some games will involve travel to locations such as New Glasgow, Truro, Sydney and Halifax.
• To keep the commitment manageable, we will also look to schedule games against nearby C teams, including AMHA, Strait and Canso, whenever possible.

 Goaltending
If we do not have a designated goalie, we will ask players to rotate through the goalie equipment. This will give players an opportunity to try the position and perhaps spark an interest in becoming a goalie next season.

 Looking Ahead
Once a coach is in place, the plan would be to use October primarily for practices and player development, with games beginning in November. The QC Board will assist with scheduling practices and games throughout the season.

Once the team is established and playing, we can also look at registering for a female tournament that fits best with the team's schedule.

U18 Female Hockey Program

The U18 Female Hockey Program offers a competitive and development-focused experience for players looking to advance their skills. Teams will be offered at the AA, and A levels, depending on registration numbers, ice availability, and league scheduling.

All U15 teams compete in provincial leagues, and travel throughout the season is expected. Practice schedules, ice allocations, and league schedules are currently under review and will be finalized following team selections.

Program Fees

• U18 AA: $1,050
• U18 A: $950
• Goalie Fee: 550.00

Final program details, including practice times and league schedules, will be communicated once teams have been selected and league information has been confirmed.

Fees will be charged to families after teams have been made and are finalized. 

U11 Female Hockey Program

The U11 Female Hockey Program offers several participation options to meet the needs of players at different stages of development.

House League is available in both the Antigonish and Cape Breton (CB) regions for players looking to enjoy hockey in a fun, developmental environment with no travel.

Please note: All players playing C to AA will also also be placed on a House League team in their region. 

For players seeking a more competitive experience, teams will be offered at the AA and A levels, with the possibility of a C team depending on registration numbers, ice availability, and league scheduling.

All competitive U11 teams compete in a provincial league, and travel throughout the season is expected. Practice schedules, ice allocations, and league schedules are currently under review and will be finalized following team selections.

Program Fees

• U11 House League (Antigonish & CB): $400

• U11 AA: $1,000

• U11 A: $950

• U11 C: TBD if offered

• Goalie Fee: 550.00

Final program details, including practice times and league schedules, will be communicated once teams have been selected and league information has been confirmed.

Fees will be charged to families after teams have been made and are finalized. 

U15 Female Hockey Program

The U15 Female Hockey Program offers a competitive and development-focused experience for players looking to advance their skills. Teams will be offered at the AAA, AA, and A levels, depending on registration numbers, ice availability, and league scheduling.

All U15 teams compete in provincial leagues, and travel throughout the season is expected. Practice schedules, ice allocations, and league schedules are currently under review and will be finalized following team selections.

Program Fees

• U15 AAA: $1,250
• U15 AA: $1,000
• U15 A: $950
• Goalie Fee: 550.00

Final program details, including practice times and league schedules, will be communicated once teams have been selected and league information has been confirmed.

Fees will be charged to families after teams have been made and are finalized. 

U9 Female Hockey Program

The U9 Female Hockey Program offers two participation streams to meet the needs of players and families.

House League (Antigonish Based) is designed for players who want to enjoy hockey in a fun, developmental environment with no travel. The program includes Sunday morning house league games (alternating between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.) and 1 weekly skill development sessions (Saturday morning), depending on ice availability. (COST is 400.00)

Rep Program offers a higher level of development and competition. We have two rep teams: one based in Antigonish and one in the Cape Breton (CB) area. Antigonish rep players also participate in the Antigonish House League program, sharing ice with house league players for both H/L games and skills and receiving one additional team practice each week. CB rep players receive two team practices per week. Families interested in travelling to Antigonish to participate in the Sunday morning House League program are welcome to contact the U9 Coordinator. (Cost 850.00)

Both the Antigonish and CB rep teams will begin the season playing half-ice games in December and will transition to full-ice games later in the season in accordance with Hockey Nova Scotia guidelines.

Fees will be charged to families after teams have been made and are finalized. 

U13 Female Hockey Program

The U13 Female Hockey Program offers several participation options to meet the needs of players at different stages of development.

House League is available in both the Antigonish and Cape Breton (CB) regions for players looking to enjoy hockey in a fun, developmental environment with no travel.

Please note: All players playing C to AA will also also be placed on a House League team in their region. 

For players seeking a more competitive experience, teams will be offered at the AAA, AA and A levels, with the possibility of a C team depending on registration numbers, ice availability, and league scheduling.

All competitive U13 teams compete in a provincial league, and travel throughout the season is expected. Practice schedules, ice allocations, and league schedules are currently under review and will be finalized following team selections.

Program Fees

• U13 House League (Antigonish & CB): $400

• U13 AAA: $1050

• U13 AA: $1,000

• U13 A: $950

• U11 C: TBD if offered

• Goalie Fee: 550.00

Final program details, including practice times and league schedules, will be communicated once teams have been selected and league information has been confirmed.

Fees will be charged to families after teams have been made and are finalized.