Siddhipur, Kathmandu · Est. 2018

Where PassionMeets Precision.

Kathmandu's premier basketball institution. Grassroots to elite training under Coaches Nripesh Shrestha & Binod Maharjan.

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Years Running
500+
Players Trained
U-12
Youth Teams
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EST. 2018KATHMANDU VALLEYGRASSROOTS TO ELITECOACH NRIPESH SHRESTHACOACH BINOD MAHARJANSIDDHIPUR · NEPALWHERE PASSION MEETS PRECISIONBASKETBALL EXCELLENCEEST. 2018KATHMANDU VALLEYGRASSROOTS TO ELITECOACH NRIPESH SHRESTHACOACH BINOD MAHARJANSIDDHIPUR · NEPALWHERE PASSION MEETS PRECISIONBASKETBALL EXCELLENCE
Our Philosophy

Built for
Excellence.
Rooted in
Kathmandu.

Players training at Royal Basketball Academy
01

Discipline First

Every champion is built off the court before they shine on it. We install discipline, punctuality, and mental toughness as the foundation — not the afterthought.

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Fundamentals Always

No shortcut replaces a sound footwork, a clean release, or a tight dribble. Our coaches build skills from the ground up — no matter your age or level.

03

Community & Character

Kathmandu's basketball scene grows when its players grow. We develop athletes who lead with integrity — on the court, in school, and in the community.

04

Compete & Evolve

Organized matches, tournaments, and real competition are where training meets truth. We prepare every player to perform when it counts.

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Founded 2018
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Players Trained
All ages, all levels
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Programs Offered
Youth to adult
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Training Programs

Find Your Level.

From first dribble to tournament competition — every path is a program.

01

Little Hoopers

Ages 5–10

The starting line for every future champion. Fun-first fundamentals — dribbling, passing, shooting — in a structured, encouraging environment.

Group sessions · 2× per week
02

Fundamentals Program

Ages 10–14

Serious skill development for players ready to commit. Footwork, ball-handling, shooting mechanics, and basketball IQ — built systematically.

Group sessions · 3× per week
03

Competitive & Travel Team

Ages 14+

Our elite track. Organized matches, tournament play, and exposure against the best clubs in the Kathmandu Valley and beyond.

Team training + match schedule
04

Private Coaching

All Ages

One-on-one or small group sessions tailored to your specific goals — whether it's a position skill, tryout prep, or injury comeback.

Flexible scheduling
05

Adult & Open Sessions

18+

For the love of the game. Recreational open gym, pick-up games, and adult fitness sessions — basketball is for life.

Open sessions · Weekend
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The Coaches
Nripesh Shrestha, Head Coach & Co-Founder at Royal Basketball Academy
"Basketball is more than a sport — it's a language. My goal is to make every player fluent in it."

Nripesh Shrestha

Head Coach & Co-Founder

Coach Nripesh has been at the heart of Kathmandu's basketball development since the academy's founding in 2018. His approach balances technical precision with a deep understanding of the mental game, producing players who perform under pressure.

Binod Maharjan, Head Coach & Co-Founder at Royal Basketball Academy
"Discipline is the bridge between goals and achievement. We build that bridge every single day here."

Binod Maharjan

Head Coach & Co-Founder

Coach Binod brings intensity and structure to every session. A firm believer in fundamentals, he ensures every player — regardless of age or experience — leaves each practice better than they arrived.

Player Stories
Ujjwal Shrestha — Competitive & Travel Team, Royal Basketball Academy
"This academy didn't just teach me to shoot — it taught me to lead. Coach Nripesh pushed me harder than anyone, and now I captain my school team."

Ujjwal Shrestha

Age 15 · Competitive & Travel Team

Aanya Maharjan — Fundamentals Program, Royal Basketball Academy
"I started at 8 years old could barely dribble. Now at 12, I've played in three tournaments and made friends who feel like brothers and sisters."

Aanya Maharjan

Age 12 · Fundamentals Program

Schedule

Practice & Play Schedule.

Regular training runs Monday through Sunday. Private coaching by appointment. Schedules may shift during tournament season.

Monday

4:00 PM – 5:30 PMLittle Hoopers (Ages 5–10)Group Training
5:45 PM – 7:15 PMFundamentals (Ages 10–14)Group Training
7:30 PM – 9:00 PMCompetitive Team PracticeTeam Training

Wednesday

4:00 PM – 5:30 PMLittle Hoopers (Ages 5–10)Group Training
5:45 PM – 7:15 PMFundamentals (Ages 10–14)Group Training
7:30 PM – 9:00 PMCompetitive Team PracticeTeam Training

Friday

4:00 PM – 5:30 PMOpen Skills SessionAll Levels
7:00 PM – 9:00 PMAdult Open GymOpen Session

Saturday

8:00 AM – 10:00 AMPrivate Coaching (By Appointment)Individual
10:30 AM – 12:30 PMCompetitive ScrimmageMatch Play

Sunday

8:00 AM – 10:00 AMAdult Open GymOpen Session
10:30 AM – 12:30 PMOpen Skills SessionAll Levels

Schedule is subject to change. Contact us to confirm current session times before attending.

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Royal Basketball Academy

Your journey
starts with one session.

Book a free trial session and experience what Royal Basketball Academy is about. No commitment needed — just show up, lace up, and play.

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LocationSana Gaun, Siddhipur, Lalitpur, Kathmandu
Instagram@royalbasketballnepal
Phone+977 985-1146824
Founded2018
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Sana Gaun, Siddhipur, Lalitpur, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
Phone: +977 985-1146824 · royalbasketballnepal@gmail.com