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Private Training - Tayla Dalton

Private Training - Tayla Dalton

Experienced ELITE athlete here to teach and share juniors her love of the game in a fun and unique way

$80 per session including 1 Shooting machine session per week
Private Training with our ELITE Coach Tayla Dalton

Private training is held every morning of the week before school  The Bayside Basketball HQ - 2 Hewitt St Cheltenham VIC. 
These private training sessions with Tayla is $80 for 45 minutes. 
Groups of 2-3 with Tayla 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

Tayla has played internationally in the USA NCAA Division 1 Basketball as well as Internationally representing New Zealand!

Tayla's playing experience includes: Played NCAA D1 at Saint Mary's (4 years)  and Gonzaga (1 year)

2025 Member of Townsville Fire (WNBL)

2026 Member of Waverly Falcons (NBL1)

Private Training experience in USA, AUS and New Zealand!


 

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WNBL & International Playing experience
 

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

★★★★★

"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

Private Training with Tayla

  • Weekly Session with Tayla that goes for 45 Minutes
  • Focused skill progression in ball handling, shooting, scoring, and game IQ
  • Knowledge of different styles of the game from experience playing and coaching in New Zealand and America
  • 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

Tayla Dalton
Tayla Dalton
ELITE SKILLS COACH & LEAD ACADEMY COACH

Tayla is a New Zealand native with extensive international playing experience at Gonzaga and Saint Mary's in NCAA Division 1. She recently competed in the World Cup Qualifiers as captain of the New Zealand national team, and has coached skills in Australia, New Zealand and the USA.

  • Skills coach in AUS, NZ and USA
  • WNBL playing experience with Townsville Fire
  • Ball handling & motivation specialist
  • Un-rivaled knowledge of the collegiate game and connections
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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