Elevate Basketball Performance

Elevate is an amazing community and I cant say enough good things about Coach Kendall! My son has worked with him for almost 10 years now and had him as a coach, camp counselor, and trainer. Kendall has over a decade of coaching experience with both girls and boys from elementary age through high school. He knows the game of basketball inside and out, having played most of his life at the high school, upper division college, and professional levels. He also brings a lot to the table having extensive training as a Behavior Therapist and many years experience working as an educator. On top of all that, he is an incredible caring and kind individual who really takes the time to get to know his players. Just a stellar human!

Kendall is outstanding—not just as a coach, but as a person. He’s played a key role in helping my son grow his skills and, just as importantly, learn what it means to be a great teammate.”

Our daughter had a great experience when Kendall coached her Elevate AAU team last summer, which motivated her to begin 1:1 training with him. From observing her in games and during their first session, Kendall quickly identified key foundational areas for improvement—such as ball handling, shooting form, and footwork—while also helping her build on her natural strengths like court vision and hustle.

Kendall pushes her with purpose, offering direct and honest feedback in every session. Each workout is structured around specific skill development—like shooting consistency, defensive positioning, and offensive movement—as well as strength, agility, and stamina training that has transferred to her performance on the court.

He checks in on her goals and adjusts her training plan accordingly. His encouragement and recognition of her progress over the past year has not only boosted her confidence but also inspired her to keep working hard and pushing her limits. Thank you Kendall!

For the past five years, Kendall Holms has been more than just a basketball trainer for my son—he has been a life-changing mentor. When my son first started with Kendall, he was a tall, shy, and inexperienced player just trying to find his place on the court. Today, as he enters his freshman year, he does so with a deep understanding of the game, strong technical skills, and—most importantly—the confidence and character of a true team player and emerging team leader.

Kendall’s impact goes far beyond drills and development. He has an extraordinary ability to see the potential in his athletes and bring it to life through consistent coaching, positive reinforcement, and a commitment to growth both on and off the court. My son has grown into a disciplined, self-assured athlete who plays with purpose and supports his teammates with pride—all thanks to Kendalls steady guidance.

If you’re looking for someone who will not only teach your child the fundamentals of basketball but also instill leadership, respect, and mental toughness, Kendall Holms is that coach. We are beyond grateful for his mentorship and cant recommend him highly enough.

Ive been training with Coach Ken, for a while now, and I can honestly say its been one of the best decisions Ive made for my basketball journey. He’s not just incredibly knowledgeable about the game—his drills, technique work, and game IQ are top-notch—but he also truly cares about helping his players grow, both on and off the court.

Hes patient, motivating, and always pushes me to reach my full potential. Whether we’re working on shooting, footwork, or conditioning, he brings energy and focus every time. What really sets him apart, though, is his character—he’s genuinely a great guy who wants to see you succeed. I’m super grateful to train with someone who believes in me and takes the time to help me get better every day.

As the parent, I loved working with Elevate because it taught them fundamentals for every sports not just basketball. They learned how to communicate with teammates, they learned discipline, and lastly they learned how to strive to grow their skills and improve to become the best they can be. My younger son Santiago says that he loves working with Elevate because it helped him “push to do his best” and because they knew how to mix drills by making them challenging but fun at the same time. My eldest son Gael states that, “Kendall and Jim were the best coaches ever” because not only did they teach basketball skills, they taught skills that impacted the person he is now. And lastly my daughter Fernanda says that, “coaches at Elevate aren’t any regular coaches, they strive to make their students better and truly show their effort and enthusiasm towards helping their students improve.” That is why we love working with Elevate.