Coach Jamahl Jackson- Basketball
About
I have Division 1 collegiate and professional playing experience. I've been a head college basketball coach for 14 years. I've been coaching/running basketball camps in the summer for all ages for 21 years.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Gauge their skill level first. Develop a workout program to help them develop in the major areas. Ball-handling and dribbling. Shooting, form and range. Understanding of the game and how to continue training on their own.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've been a head college basketball coach for 14 years
I've been coaching basketball for 25 years
I've played basketball at the Division 1 level in college and professionally overseas. I also played in the United States in a semi-professional league.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $100 an hour. Fee can be negoitable if I'm training more than one student at the same time. Eg. siblings or teammates etc.
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching as a counselor/coach at basketball camps when I was 14 years old. My father is a coach.
What types of students have you worked with?
I've worked with kids ages 7-27 years old.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
My basketball camp I run in Amherst, MA called Complete Player Basketball camp.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Choose a teacher with the experience as a player and coach. We are more relatable to student-athletes and understand the grind of training to get better.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Make sure it's a need and not a want first. Be able to articulate why it's a need.