Camps
Community is behind all we do at Essex rebels. Our camps teach children the fundamentals of basketball, setting them on the path to becoming the champions of tomorrow.
Easter holidays basketball camps
During the Easter holidays, the Essex Rebels will be running two day camps for all aspiring basketball stars in the state-of-the-art Essex Sport Arena.
Children will learn the fundamentals of basketball, such as dribbling, shooting techniques and passing drills.
You will have the chance to meet some of the professional players as well as win prizes and tickets to the Rebels games!
Key information
- Monday 6 April (9 – 14 years) and Tuesday 7 April (6 – 8 years)
- 9am – 4pm
- Ages 9 to 14 years
- Student / Staff: £27
- Public: £30
How to book
Online
Bookings for half-term camps can be made online.
Before commencing the online booking process, please ensure you have the correct email address and PIN number for your child. If you don’t have this number to hand, please contact us on 01206 873250 or email [email protected]
- Log in to our online booking system using the details provided for your child.
- Select ‘Make a booking’ then ‘Sports Camps’.
- Select the required option from the list, such as, Basketball Camp.
- You can add multiple bookings to your basket and proceed with payment when ready.
- You can view your bookings via the ‘Manage Bookings’ tab at the top of the page.
Sports Centre Reception
Parents can also book via the Sports Centre reception by either visiting or telephoning on 01206 873250, and paying using a debit or credit card. Parents will also need to complete an application and consent form (.pdf) and return to reception.
Upcoming matches & events
DOUBLEHEADER: Essex Rebels Women vs Oaklands Wolves & Essex Rebels Men vs Bristol Hurricanes
🏀 Essex Rebels Basketball Double-Header at the Essex Sport Arena
Join us for an action-packed day of basketball as the Rebels Women take on last season’s league champions, the Oaklands Wolves, in the Betty Codona Trophy at 4:00pm.
Then stick around as the Rebels Men hit the court at 6:30pm for their first-ever British Championship Basketball home game, facing off against the Bristol Hurricanes.
Two huge games and a full evening of elite basketball and the award-winning Rebels gameday experience.
🎟 Secure your tickets now and be part of the atmosphere!
DOUBLEHEADER: Essex Rebels Women vs Caledonia Gladiators & Essex Rebels Men vs Reading Rockets
The Essex Rebels are back at the Essex Sport Arena for another epic night of basketball action!
At 4:00pm, the Rebels Women face off against the Caledonia Gladiators in what promises to be a high-energy showdown.
Then at 6:30pm, the Rebels Men take on the Reading Rockets, last season’s KitKing Trophy and National Cup champions, in a must-see British Championship Basketball clash.
Enjoy two top-level games, an award-winning gameday experience, and an atmosphere like no other — all under one roof.
🎟 Don’t miss it — secure your tickets now and get behind the Rebels!
BCB: Essex Rebels vs Loughborough Riders
British Championship Basketball action on a Sunday!
The Essex Rebels Men are back in action at the Essex Sport Arena as they go head-to-head with the Loughborough Riders in a thrilling British Championship Basketball showdown.
Get ready for high-energy basketball, big plays, and all the excitement of a Rebels gameday.
🎟 Tickets on sale now — don’t miss it!
BCB: Essex Rebels vs Worthing Thunder
British Championship Basketball action on a Sunday!
The Essex Rebels Men are back at #OurHouse to take on Worthing Thunder in what promises to be another action-packed British Championship Basketball clash.
Bring the energy, back your Rebels, and be part of the atmosphere at the Essex Sport Arena.
🎟 Tickets available now — secure your seats today!
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Essex Rebels Women vs B. Braun Sheffield Hatters & Essex Rebels Men vs Nottingham Hoods
Get into the Festive Spirit at the Rebels Christmas Special!
Get ready for some festive hoops fun as the Essex Rebels bring Christmas cheer to the Essex Sport Arena! The Rebels Women tip off at 4:00pm against the B. Braun Sheffield Hatters in an SLB clash, before the Rebels Men face the Nottingham Hoods at 6:30pm in BCB action.
We’re inviting all fans to show up in their ugliest Christmas jumpers — the louder, the better! Plus, don’t miss your chance to enter our Ugly Christmas Jumper Competition during the game for festive prizes!
Celebrate the season with high-energy basketball, holiday vibes, and plenty of Rebels spirit & Don’t miss out on the last home game of 2025!
🎟 Tickets are on sale now — join us for a Rebels Christmas you won’t forget!
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We Are Rebels – come join the rebellion!