SFYS seasons are open to all DOD ID cardholders. Base access is required to attend.
このイベントは、SOFA DOD ID（米軍属）またはキャンプフォスターへ入域許可のある方のみ参加可能です。

MCCS Okinawa Semper Fit, in collaboration with ELITUS Basketball Academy, introduces the ELITUS Basketball Academy at the Camp Foster Field House beginning October 5, 2026. The Academy operates alongside the MCCS Youth Sports basketball season with session times arranged so athletes can attend both Youth Sports practices and Academy training.

The program focuses on developing individual fundamentals, basketball IQ, and competitive mindset outside of regular team practices and games. Enrollment is optional, separate from Youth Sports registration, and does not impact team placement, playing time, or division assignment. Youth Sports registration is not required.

Instruction is provided by ELITUS Academy staff trained under the curriculum of Jo Kurino, former NCAA player, 15-year overseas professional, and current B.League coach. Open to SOFA-status DOD ID card holders. The Academy is co-ed.

Division Placement

Participants registered for the MCCS Youth Sports basketball season must purchase sessions in their assigned division. Participants not registered for Youth Sports should purchase according to age.

Schedule

Sessions run Monday–Thursday. Each session is one hour.

• Minor Division (Ages 9–10): 1700–1800
• Major Division (Ages 11–12): 1805–1905
• Junior Division (Ages 13–16): 1910–2010

October Session Dates

5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29

November and December dates will be announced.

Pricing

• 8 sessions: $75
• 4 sessions: $50
• Single session: $25

Session Use Policy

Sessions expire at the end of the calendar month in which they are purchased. Unused sessions do not carry over and are non-refundable. Packages may only be purchased if all sessions can be used within the month. Any attended session counts as used regardless of arrival time.

• Check in at Court 1 in the Camp Foster Field House.
• Sessions are held at the Camp Foster Field House. Beginning December 2026, the Academy relocates to MCAS Futenma.
• Participants must wear athletic clothing, court-appropriate footwear, and bring a personal water bottle.

Proof of Age

Proof of age must be provided before attending. Documents may be shown at the Semper Fit Youth Sports Office (Camp Foster, Bldg. 5952) or at session check-in. Acceptable documents include official records showing name and date of birth (ID card, passport, birth certificate, letter of employment, PCS orders). Do not email or fax documents. Returning participants may be asked to reverify.

About ELITUS Basketball Academy

Founded in 2011 in Nagoya by former professional athlete Jo Kurino, ELITUS provides skills training, group instruction, club team operations, and tournament hosting. Since expanding to Okinawa in 2018, ELITUS has trained more than 25,000 youth athletes, with many advancing to collegiate and professional play.