Academy Licensing
Accepting Founding Partner Inquiries · Implementation subject to readiness and agreement

Launch or Expand Your Basketball Academy With the RCE Development System.

A defined licensing program for academy owners, operators, and serious independent trainers ready to run a real basketball business — not a side hustle.

Basketball academy training session with RCE-affiliated coach
Program 01 / Academy
Two Packages · Founding Partner Inquiries Open
Two Packages

RCE-Branded or Private-Label.

White-label pricing is higher because of customization and greater brand independence. Both packages are subject to qualification, availability, and signed agreement.

MOST ACCESSIBLE RCE-BRANDED

Academy Partner

Operate under the RCE brand with defined rights to our trademarks, curriculum, and player evaluation system.

$25,000/year
Proposed first-year starting price
Proposed annual renewal: $5,000
  • Defined rights to RCE branding in your market
  • Standard training curriculum
  • Trainer onboarding for up to three trainers
  • Player evaluation templates
  • Membership structure guidance
  • Marketing resources & launch consultation
  • Defined virtual support

Pricing is a proposed starting package amount. Subject to qualification, final scope, and signed agreement.

FULL CUSTOMIZATION PRIVATE LABEL

Private-Label Academy Systems

Operate under your own brand with curriculum customization and a higher degree of brand independence.

$40,000/year
Proposed first-year starting price
Proposed annual renewal: $8,000
  • Partner-branded materials throughout
  • Curriculum customization
  • Trainer onboarding for up to five trainers
  • Private-label player evaluations
  • Membership configuration support
  • Implementation consulting
  • Greater brand independence

Higher pricing reflects customization and brand independence. Subject to qualification, final scope, and signed agreement.

What's Included

A complete operating system — not just a curriculum.

Both packages include the foundational RCE development system. Package B layers customization and additional trainer capacity.

Important Boundaries

What licensing does — and does not — include.

Clarity is the foundation of a durable partnership. The RCE Academy Licensing program has defined rights, defined scope, and clear IP boundaries.

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You Receive

Defined rights to use RCE curriculum, branding (Package A), evaluation systems, trainer onboarding standards, marketing resources, and ongoing support within agreed scope.

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You Do Not Receive

Ownership of RCE intellectual property, unrestricted sublicensing rights, unlimited locations, or exclusive territories. RCE retains all rights to its brand, curriculum, and systems.

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Territory & Exclusivity

Standard agreements do not include exclusive territories. Territorial and exclusivity terms may be discussed as part of custom or enterprise agreements.

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Not a Franchise

RCE Academy Licensing is a licensing program, not a franchise. We make no franchise disclosures, franchise registration representations, or franchise compliance claims.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy Licensing.

Is this a franchise?

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No. Academy Licensing is a licensing arrangement — not a franchise. RCE does not represent or imply franchise registration, franchise compliance, or franchise disclosure obligations.

What is included in trainer onboarding?

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Trainer onboarding covers the RCE 5-Pillar Method, drill demonstration, player evaluation usage, communication standards, youth safety, and the RCE operating standards. Package A includes onboarding for up to three trainers; Package B includes up to five.

Do I need a facility?

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Yes. Partners are responsible for securing and operating their own facility, equipment, and local operations. RCE does not provide facilities. Partners handle local staffing, insurance, background screening, safeguarding, and compliance.

How long are the terms?

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Standard academy licensing terms are annual, with proposed renewal pricing noted on each package. Final terms are defined in the signed licensing agreement.

Are prices negotiable?

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The prices shown are proposed starting package amounts. Final pricing depends on scope, customization, trainer count, and any additional services. Multi-location and enterprise pricing is handled separately.

What if I already have a brand?

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Package B (Private-Label) is designed for partners who want to operate under their own brand. You receive customized materials, curriculum alignment, and brand independence — at a higher price point reflecting that customization.

Ready to build your academy with RCE?

Apply to become a Founding Partner. We review every application and respond within two business days.