Frequently asked questions
Your questions,
our answers
Everything parents ask us before registering their child: required level, what a day looks like, meals, kit, prices and cancellation terms.
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About us
Training camps during the school holidays, weekly training sessions, private sessions, personalised mentoring, a book, and guided meditation and visualisation sessions. All for basketball players of every level.
SYP was founded in 2016 by Christophe Varidel, a former NCAA and professional player and member of the Swiss national team. He is supported by coaches trained in our development-stage approach.
An independent approach based on development stages rather than age alone, a central place for the joy of the game, a genuine mental-preparation component, and an environmental commitment through reusing kit.
Through the contact form on the website or by email at [email protected]. We usually reply within 24 hours.
The camps
Girls and boys aged 7 to 18. Under 12, no previous experience is needed. From 12, playing in a club is preferable. Elite camps are reserved for licensed players.
The day starts at 9am and ends around 4pm. Warm-up and skills work in the morning, games, scrimmages and tournaments in the afternoon, with a mental-game session every day.
French or English depending on the coaches present, with translation whenever needed. Our groups are often bilingual.
Practical matters
Depending on the camp and the option chosen, yes. Allergies and dietary restrictions are taken into account: let us know when you register.
Indoor and outdoor shoes, sportswear, a water bottle and a snack. The reversible SYP jersey is provided.
Booking & cancellation
Yes. A family discount code is available at checkout from the second child registered.
Yes. Several options are available: half-day, or registration for 2, 3 or 4 days instead of the full week.
Cancellation up to 21 days before the start of the camp: full refund. Cancellation between 21 and 7 days before the camp: 50% refund. Cancellation less than 7 days before the camp: no refund. These terms apply whatever the reason for cancelling, even with a medical certificate. We recommend checking with your insurance provider: some cover cancellation costs.
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