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Private Training - Matt Burke

Private Training - Matt Burke

Matt's unique ability to teach skills, wing play and post skills make him a valuable teacher

$80 per session including 1 shooting bay session per week
Private Training with our ELITE Coach Matt Burke

Private training is held every morning of the week before school at OUR NEW FACILITY - The Bayside Basketball HQ - 2 Hewitt St Cheltenham VIC. 


These private training sessions with Matt is $80 for 45 minutes. 
Groups of 2-3 with Matt is $50 each for 45 minutes.

Our sessions run from:
Session 1 is 6:15am-7am
Session 2 7am-7:45am
Session 3 is 7:45am-8:30m

MATT HAS 20 YEARS OF PLAYING AND COACHING EXPERIENCE

Playing experience: NBL1/SEABL Athlete as well as Allstar 5 in BIGV VYCM Competition

Senior Coaching Experience: VYCM Assistant at Sandringham Sabres

Junior Coaching Experience: Under 20s Victorian Championship Competition Coach

CURRENT ROLE: Director of High Performance for Bentleigh SC Sports Academy


All Private sessions with Matt also include 1 weekly session on one of our Dr Dish Shooting machines
AT Bayside Basketball Headquarters - 2 Hewitt St Cheltenham

 

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No wrong fit guarantee
   
If the session is not right for you we will find one that is!
 
 
   
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We Teach Relevant Skills
   
Our coaches know VJBL basketball and what works!
 
 
   
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Our Experience is Un-matched
   
00+ Athletes have gone through this program
 

What Bayside parents are saying

★★★★★

"My Daughter started attending the skills academy because she wanted to be pushed and make the highest level in rep she can. This year she made VC and loves coming back every term"

— Talar, U16 Girls VC Parent

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"My son is new to basketball and has really enjoyed his first term at the Skills Academy. He cant wait to come back for Term 2"

— Kevin, U10 Boys Parent

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"Cal and the team create a terrific environment for the kids to learn and improve. These sessions provide the opportunity to focus on skills, with expert guidance, which you often don't get time to work on in team training sessions. My daughter loves her sessions and is starting to incorporate what she has learnt into her games. "

— Ben, U14 Girls Rep Parent

Whats Included in Training with Matt

  • Weekly Session with Matt that goes for 45 minutes
  • Focused skill progression in ball handling, shooting, scoring, and game IQ
  • All equipment provided — just bring a drink bottle and good shoes
  • Held at the Bayside Basketball HQ, Cheltenham
  • Additional 1 free session per week on a shooting machine

Meet your coach

Matt Burke
Matt Burke
All ROUND GAMES AND SKILLS COACH

Matt Burke has an extensive playing and coaching career at Sandringham. Following many years in juniors where he won multiple 1st team MVPs and Seniors where he won 2 Youth League MVPs as well as an All Star Five award, Matt has moved into coaching and teaching. Matt works as a teacher at Bentliegh Secondary and is the Head of High Performance for their sports program

  • Head coach of U20s Victorian Championship Team
  • Assitant coach of Sandingham Sabres Victorian Youth Champsiop Team
  • Post skills and footwork specialist
Got questions?
Frequently asked questions
Club and school training focuses on the team. We focus entirely on the individual player — their specific weaknesses, their confidence, their game. That's why players who train with us consistently outperform their peers at rep trials. Small groups, expert coaches, and a structured plan that actually progresses week to week.
Most parents notice real changes in ball handling and confidence within 3–4 sessions. Our structured 8-week progression plan means every session builds on the last — so improvement compounds the longer they're with us. It's not random drills, it's a system that works.
Not at all. We welcome players at every level — from complete beginners to those chasing rep selection. We never put a child in a situation where they feel embarrassed or left behind. Small group sizes mean our coaches can always adjust the session to suit who's in the room.
That's exactly why we offer a free trial first — zero risk, zero pressure. Come in, give it a go, and see how your child responds. If it's not the right fit we'll tell you honestly rather than take your money. We're more interested in the right match than a quick sale.
Book a free trial and we'll take care of the rest. Cal will assess your child's current level in person and recommend the best program for their age, ability, and goals. There's no obligation and no pressure — just an honest conversation about what will help your child the most.

Still have questions? We're happy to help.

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