About
*** Offering private and small group basketball instruction in Los Angeles ***
*** Stay tuned for more details about a free / charity basketball event in New York City spring / summer 2024 in partnership with the NBPA and hopefully the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation. Free for all kids to attend / philanthropy , NBA player appearance / s , corporate partners ***
Past events in the Hamptons featured NBA champion Serge Ibaka, NY Knicks Legend John Starks , as well as Rondae Hollis Jefferson, 2017, 2018, & 2019.
Summer 2022 I co organized an event in Los Angeles with former NBA players Craig Smith and Bobby Jones Jr, hosted by the City of Santa Monica.
Past corporate partners include : TAO Group / TAO Cares , Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Hamptons Clubhouse, United Way of Long Island, Muzik, NYC Surgical Associates, Shore Bar, Fabletics, and Myodetox.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Warm up, ball handling, shooting, conditioning, strength, defense , game play.
I always try to make the workouts demanding and fun.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Tried out for the University of Washington Huskies basketball team during college.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Varies by group size and advance bookings.
How did you get started teaching?
I've always been passionate about working with kids and coaching. I used to teach swimming lessons, was a camp councelor, and also a manny. Eventually I decided to stop doing swimming lessons and focus more on basketball as I am more passionate about it, although recenlty in Los Angeles I have been teaching swimming again a bit.
What types of students have you worked with?
Ages 5 - 16
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Having NBA player appearances during the summer in the Hamptons as well as organizing an annual basketball charity event with corporate sponsors.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Come ready to play and be as determined as possible