Lay-Up programs are cost-free for children and youth (6-29) in Neighbourhood Improvement Areas across the city of Toronto.

Check out the details on the programs we offer and registration options below.

Summer Program

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DEAR LAY-UP COMMUNITY,

PROGRAM SPACE IS VERY LIMITED.

REGISTRATION DOES NOT GUARANTEE A SPOT.

Lay-Up Summer Day Camps provide kids aged 6-14 with fun, engaging activities rooted in the sport and culture of basketball in a supportive environment. Led by a team of qualified and experienced coaches, activities will include basketball skill development and creative workshops. All programs are cost-free, and Lay-Up provides kids with everything they need to participate (basketball, water bottle, etc.), lunches and snacks, and a jersey.

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Due to limited capacity, participants can submit interest to register for ONE session only, please choose either July or August.

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Program Dates:

July Session (July 4th – July 29th), 4 weeks

August Session (August 2nd - August 19th),  3 weeks

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Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Earliest drop off: 8:30 AM, Latest pick-up: 4:30PM

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Age Group: 6-14 years old

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Program Locations:

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• Jane & Finch: Derrydown Public School (120 Derrydown Rd)

• Flemingdon/Thorncliffe Park: Gateway Public School (55 Gateway Blvd)

• Scarborough-Malvern: Sacred Heart Catholic School (75 Hupfield Trail)

• Regent Park: Sprucecourt Public School (70 Spruce St)

JULY​

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• Mt. Dennis: Frank Oke Secondary School (500 Alliance Ave)

• Lawrence Heights: Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School (125 Glenmount Ave)

• Jane & Finch: St. Francis De Sales Catholic School (333 Firgrove Crescent)

• Scarborough-Kingston/Galloway St. Martin De Porres Catholic School (230 Morningside Ave)

AUGUST

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Submitting your interest in registering does not guarantee a spot in the program (space is very limited). We will provide an update on your registration status by Monday, June 13th.

For any questions or concerns please email basketball[at]layup.ca or give us  a call 647-725-9766 ext. 1

School-Year Program

Lay-Up school-year programs are designed to develop fitness, basketball, and life skills in a space where youth can safely connect and compete. It includes lunch and after-school in-person programs and virtual program sessions.   

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It will be delivered with activities designed for participants to perform individually, with their own equipment, while maintaining 2 meters of physical distance (for in-person setting). From program set up to dismissal, Lay-Up coaches are prepared to execute engaging and challenging activities, while adhering to all protocols outlined in the Lay-Up Safety Plan.

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Virtual: At Home (Start Date: January 10, 2022)

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In-Person: Yorkwoods Public School (Start Date: March 5th, 2022)

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Time Commitment: 60 min weekly sessions from Nov - April

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Girls-Only Program

Starting on November 8th, Lay-Up will be partnering with the Toronto Foundation for Student Success to provide our contactless basketball program at beyond 3:30 sites across the city.

Locations include Brookview Middle School, Carleton Village Jr & Sr Sports Wellness Academy, Dixon Grove Jr Middle School, Dr. Marion Hillard Sr Public School, Emily Carr Public School, Joseph Brant Public School and Lawrence Heights Middle School.

To attend, you must be a student at that school and registered in their beyond 3:30 program.

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School Day Program

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Our School Day program brings Lay-Up coaches into schools in Toronto’s Neighbourhood Improvement Areas to provide physical activity and skill building rooted in basketball through games, exercises and challenges. 

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Sessions range from 45-60 minutes and are delivered from our 8 week evidence -based curriculum.

Teachers or administrators can email basketball[at]@layup.ca to request Lay-up programs for their students.

Photobook Workshop Series

Lay-Up is excited to announce the Photo Book Workshop Series supported by the Toronto Arts Council. 

Led by a team of professional photographers (Dhani Oks, Ebti Nabag, Kishan Mistry, and Nyaomi), participants will be a part of the creation of a photobook, learning the process from start to finish.

This program is for Lay-Up participants 12+ and all equipment and resources needed will be provided.

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Date: March 12th -  April 30th, 2022
Time: 12:00 - 4:00 PM
Day of the week: Saturday
Duration: 8 weeks
*Location: Virtual (Zoom) + Lay-Up Office
501-130 Queens Quay East, Toronto

*Workshops will be a combination of virtual, in-person and in-studio sessions.

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Sneaker Authentication Workshop

Lay-Up is thrilled to offer our first Sneaker Authentication Workshop in partnership with eBay Sneakers Canada.

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Through this workshop, participants will learn how to tell the real from the fake in the world of sneakers and will be introduced to the rapidly growing sneaker resell market.

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Featuring Josh B. Scott (Authentication Specialists - eBay Canada) and Shireen Edross (Head of Sneakers - eBay Canada), this workshop will bring you deep into the exciting world of the rarest and most sought after sneakers.

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Date: Wednesday, March 16th, 2022
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: Lay-Up Office
501-130 Queens Quay East, Toronto
Age: 12+

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Crossover Program

The basketball industry in Toronto is growing and opportunities to work in and around the game are increasing. The Lay-Up Crossover program is for youth ages 15-29 who want to develop new skills and work in the basketball industry. Participants in Crossover are paid for the time while receiving valuable certifications, key creative industry skills and incredible networking opportunities.

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Date: April 4th - May 23rd, 2022
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Day of the week: Monday
Duration: 8 weeks
Location: Virtual (Zoom)

*Workshops will be a combination of virtual, in-person and in-studio sessions.

Program Offerings:

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• First Aid and CPR Certification

• NOCP Level 1 Community Referee Certification

• NCCP FUNdamentals Coaching Certification

• Creative Workshops (graphic design, photography, and more);

• Conversations with professionals within the Culture of Basketball;

• Networking Opportunities

Who is the IDEAL Candidate?

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• Youth ages 15-29 years old

• Passionate about basketball

• Interested in gaining training and certification related to basketball

• Seeking career opportunities on or off the court

• Independent, reliable innovative