Empowering Indigenous Youth Through Basketball
Coastal Wave Basketball empowers Indigenous youth, with a special focus on girls through culturally safe and inclusive basketball programs. By blending sport with cultural pride and strong community connections, we foster confidence, well-being, and a sense of belonging—ensuring that community supports community, both on and off the court.
Coastal Wave Basketball: Where Culture Meets the Court
Coastal Wave Basketball is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering Indigenous youth—particularly girls—through culturally safe, inclusive basketball programming across Vancouver Island.
Join us in helping Coastal Wave Basketball continue its mission: empowering Indigenous girls, nurturing leaders, and creating confidence through sport.
Your donation will help Coastal Wave Basketball expand this movement across Vancouver Island, giving more Indigenous girls the chance to lead, learn, and thrive. Like the butterfly, every small act sparks lasting change—help us nurture the next generation of leaders.
Support us and be part of the butterfly effect.
Empowering Indigenous Youth Through Basketball
Discover upcoming basketball clinics and cultural gatherings designed to inspire Indigenous youth and foster community pride through sport.
Girls’ Empowerment Basketball Camp
Community Cultural Celebration
Youth Leadership & Wellness
Where Basketball Inspires Cultural Strength
Join us to empower Indigenous youth through basketball, fostering confidence and community. Discover how our programs blend sport with cultural pride to nurture well-being and belonging.
Empowering Indigenous Girls Through Basketball
Hear from Indigenous youth and families about how our culturally rich basketball programs foster confidence, pride, and community belonging.
“The coaches & staff were super supportive & helpful. They made every girl feel seen, and the connection & respect is there forever. The girls will remember this camp for the long haul.”
“I appreciated being able to attend camp with my younger sister. I really liked being able to connect with coaches and players from all around.”
“My family is very very grateful. I think this camp was a great success. My hands go up to all who put in the hard work to make it happen! Congratulations. Tleko tleko (Thank you).”