Open to all students, including those who do not attend Institut Montana, the Academy combines elite basketball training with athletic performance development and mental conditioning, creating an environment where students can grow as athletes, leaders, and individuals.
Led by a world-class, accomplished basketball player
The Montana Basketball Academy is led by Nemanja Miskovic, a former Serbian national team player whose experience at the highest levels of the game is matched by his passion for developing young talent. Since moving to Switzerland in 2022, Nemanja has built a strong reputation in youth basketball. After serving as Sports Director at one of Zurich’s largest basketball clubs, he founded Skills Academy CH, the first specialised basketball academy in German-speaking Switzerland dedicated to developing individual basketball technique and tactical understanding.
Drawing on his extensive playing and coaching experience, Nemanja has developed a comprehensive training approach that integrates technical basketball skills with athletic performance and mental preparation.
A holistic approach to player development
The Montana Basketball Academy is built on the belief that success in sport goes beyond physical ability. Players develop their shooting, ball handling, footwork, and game intelligence while also improving strength, speed, agility, focus, resilience, discipline, and confidence.
Training sessions take place both on the Institut Montana campus and at professional basketball facilities in Zug, giving participants access to an inspiring, high-performance environment that reflects the demands of competitive sport.
Why join the Montana Basketball Academy?
- The programme is designed to:
- Nurture each student’s talent through personalised development pathways
- Develop advanced basketball and athletic performance skills
- Build confidence, resilience, and a competitive mindset
- Foster leadership, teamwork, and personal responsibility
- Provide a structured pathway for aspiring student-athletes
- Create a motivating, high-performance training environment
Institut Montana Basketball Academy FAQs:
- Who can join the Montana Basketball Academy?
The Academy is open to Institut Montana students and young athletes from outside the school. - What ages can participate?
The programme is open to students aged 10-18. - What language is the programme delivered in?
Training is conducted in English and German. - How much does the programme cost?
The fees vary by age group, ranging from CHF 3000 to CHF 6000 per year. - Where does the training take place?
Training sessions are held on the Institut Montana campus and at professional basketball facilities in Zug. - Who has Nemanja Miskovic played with?
Throughout his professional career, Nemanja competed alongside renowned international players, including
NBA Champion Nikola Jokić, Bogdan Bogdanović, Boban Marjanović, Vasilije Micić, and several other Serbian national team players. - Who has coached Nemanja throughout his career?
Nemanja trained under some of Europe’s most respected coaches, including Aleksandar Trifunović, Duško Vujošević, Nenad Čanak, Dean Milojević, and other experienced basketball leaders, shaping his modern coaching philosophy.
For more information about the cost, registration, and details, check out Institut Montana Basketball Academy page on the school’s website.
