Basketball going through a hoop from a low angle view

Basketball

Want to play on a team, shoot baskets with some friends, or watch a basketball game? You'll find plenty of courts and hoops in Vancouver's gyms, parks, and school yards.

Join a basketball lesson, camp, and drop-in game at a Vancouver community centre near you.

RainCity Basketball 3x3 Let's Hoop!: August 8 to 15

Ready to take your game to the next level? RainCity's 3x3 program is designed to:

  • Sharpen your skills
  • Boost your confidence
  • Maximize your time on the court

Locations

  • Queen Elizabeth Park
  • Empire Park
  • Trout Lake
  • Roundhouse Community Centre

In this unique program, players will dive into a 3x3-focused breakdown of basketball fundamentals and game concepts. With more touches, reps, and opportunities to make plays, 3x3 is 1 of the most effective (and fun!) ways to learn the game. Plus, everything you master here translates directly into 5-on-5 play.

Register for RainCity Basketball 3x3 Let's Hoop!

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Our registration and reservation system is easy to navigate and helps you plan, track, and manage all your recreation requests in one place.

If you are a new user, setting up your account is easy with an email address. Just create a password, complete your profile, and you’re ready to go.

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View drop-in schedules

Drop-in basketball schedules

Find out where you can drop-in to play basketball at one of our community centres.

Where to play basketball in Vancouver

Indoor basketball courts are available in most community centres. For more information about using these courts, contact the community centre directly.

View a list of community centres

Find an outdoor basketball court

Join a basketball team or league 

Most clubs, teams and leagues are maintained by organizations that are affiliated with Sport BC. SportsBC can help you find la club, team, or league in  your area. 

In addition, information about local teams and clubs that are looking for players can be found in the sport's "Game Summary" section of the Vancouver Sun or The Province newspapers.

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Adapted and supported programs

Vancouver offers adapted and supported recreational programs and services for people with disabilities or special needs.

Reserve a field, court, or diamond

Fields, courts, and diamonds

We have 153 playing fields ranging from regulation-size grass fields and synthetic turf to gravel fields.