Do I still need to book and pay for basketball every term, or is it automatic now?
Some families have been booking and paying manually each term until now, so here’s what’s changing and what it means for you.
From Term 1 2027, all Little Boomers payments are deducted automatically, so you no longer need to re-book and pay at the start of each term. Your child’s spot carries on, and the term fee comes out automatically. All you
need to do is make sure your payment details are up to date before next term starts.
Our coaches know how busy parents are with work and everything else, and it’s easy to forget to book for the next term. With automatic payments, your child keeps their usual spot without the stress of re-booking every term.
What’s changing from Term 1 2027?
Until now, some Little Boomers locations used automatic payments while others asked families to book each term. From Term 1 2027, every location moves to automatic payment deduction, so the process is the same no matter where your child plays.
Why the change?
Manual booking each term meant some families missed the window and lost their usual spot. Automatic payments mean your child’s place is kept term after term, with no deadlines to miss.
Does this affect families who already pay automatically?
No. If your location already deducts payments automatically, nothing changes for you.
What do I need to do?
Just make sure your payment details are set up and current in your account dashboard before Term 1 starts. If your card or payment details change, update them in the dashboard so your next payment goes through smoothly.
When will the payment be deducted?
Payment is deducted automatically on the 7th week of each term. It’s still one payment for the whole term, not an instalment plan. The only difference is that you no longer need to book and pay manually.
Will I get a reminder before I get charges?
Yes. You’ll get a text message and emails before each automatic payment, so you know when it’s coming up.
What if I want to change or cancel?
You’re not locked in. You have up to one week before the next billing date to make changes or cancel.
What Parents Worry About
“I don’t want to be charged for a term if our plans change.”
Coach’s Answer: Our coaches understand this concern. Family plans change, or your child might need to move to another class. Check the payment and cancellation rules so you know what to do before the next payment. If you’re planning to go away during the next term, contact Head Office early to ask about your options before the payment is due.
Why This Matters: Automatic payments are convenient, but parents want to know they’re still in control. Knowing how to make changes before a deduction takes away that worry.
Coach’s Tip
Keep track of your child’s class, make sure your payment details are up to date, and check your emails for updates about the next term.
For example, if your card has expired, update it before the new term so there are no problems with your payment.
How Little Boomers Helps
Every Little Boomers venue is run by accredited, qualified coaches. Moving every location to automatic payments means one simple, consistent process for all families, and no more lost spots from a missed booking.
It’s part of why Little Boomers has a 75-80% term renewal rate.
New to Little Boomers? Find classes near you or try our Program Quiz to find the right class for your child.
Want to switch to a different day or time? Read Can I Change My Child’s Basketball Class Day or Time? Transfers Explained.
The Raising Children Network says keeping a child’s sport experience low-stress starts with parents feeling confident about the logistics, and simpler payments help with exactly that.
From Our Coaches
Our coaches have seen how easy it is for busy parents to forget to book for the next term. Sometimes parents think they still have a spot, but their registration hasn’t been completed, and by the time they try to book, their
usual class is already full. A child who usually goes to a Saturday morning class might miss out and have to switch to another day or time. With automatic payments, families avoid this, as long as their enrolment stays active
and their payment details are up to date.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need to re-book my child for Term 1 2027?
No. From Term 1 2027, payments are deducted automatically at every location, so your child’s spot carries on without re-booking.
2. How do I update my payment details?
Log in to your account dashboard and update your card or payment details there.
3. When will I be charged?
On the 7th week of each term, as one payment for the whole term.
4. Can I still cancel or make changes?
Yes. You have up to one week before the next billing date to make changes or cancel.
5. Can I still use an Active Kids voucher?
Yes. Add your Active Kids voucher details before the billing date so the system can apply it to your payment.
Key Takeaways
- From Term 1 2027, all Little Boomers locations use automatic payment deduction
- Payment is taken on the 7th week of each term, not in instalments
- You’ll get a text and email reminder before each payment
- Keep your payment details up to date in your account dashboard
- You have up to one week before billing to make changes, cancel or add an Active Kids voucher
From Term 1 2027, paying for basketball gets simpler.
Payments are automatic at every location, so your child’s spot is kept without re-booking each term.
Check your payment details are current in your dashboard, and make any changes at least a week before the next billing date.
Your child’s spot is locked in for the year — no re-enrol stress