Learn Basketball with Amr
⭑5.0 (7)
😊98
💰$50 weekly lessons
Hi, I’m Amr! I’m a former professional basketball player with 11 years of experience playing in Egypt’s top league and representing the Egyptian National Team, including the FIBA U19 World Cup. I specialize in player development — from mastering fundamentals to elevating your game to the next level. Whether you’re just starting out or chasing elite performance, I’ll help you grow your skills, confidence, and basketball IQ
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Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
😊98 Happy student score
✏️Provides lesson summaries
🎓20 years playing
🔥9 Lessons
⭐️USA basketball gold coach license
Reviews
Total reviews7
Average rating
5.0
Peter Z.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 6
Meticulous in prep and execution. Was great fun.
Joakim
Level: Expert•Lessons taken: 12
As someone who’s played competitively for years, I was looking for a coach who could fine-tune my weaknesses rather than teach the basics—and Coach Amr delivered. His attention to detail is next level. He quickly spotted inefficiencies in my shooting form and helped me tighten up my defensive reads. Every session felt productive, focused, and tailored to my goals. Highly recommended if you’re serious about high-level development
Gass
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 10
Coach Amr was exactly what I needed to level up my game. He really knows how to break things down in a way that makes sense, and he pushed me just enough without making it overwhelming. I saw a difference in my footwork and confidence within just a few sessions. Definitely recommend if you’re serious about improving!
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:30 locations available
Brooklyn Bridge Park Basketball Courts
150 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
477.1 miles awayOutdoors
Sgt. William Dougherty Playground
510 Vandervoort Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA
480.3 miles awayOutdoors
Fort Hamilton High School
8301 Shore Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11209, USA
474.6 miles awayOutdoors
St.John's Rec Center
1251 Prospect Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11213, USA
480.2 miles awayOutdoors
Grand Canal Court
74 6th Ave, New York, NY 10013, USA
476.7 miles awayOutdoors
Shore Road Park
Shore Road Park, Shore Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11209, USA
474.6 miles awayOutdoors
Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens
21-12 30th Dr, Long Island City, NY 11102, USA
480.9 miles awayOutdoors
Roy Wilkins Park
Roy Wilkins Park, Merrick Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11434, USA
488.8 miles awayOutdoors
Rodney Park South
282 S 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
479.2 miles awayOutdoors
McCarren Park
776 Lorimer St, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA
479.6 miles awayOutdoors
111th St Basketball Courts
West 111th Street, New York, NY, USA
479.5 miles awayOutdoors
Weat Thames Park
203 West St, New York, NY 10280, USA
476.1 miles awayOutdoors
Rodney Park North
Rodney Park North, Rodney St., S. 4 St. and S. 5 St., Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
479.2 miles awayOutdoors
G Greshwin Jr HS
800 Van Siclen Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207, USA
482.7 miles awayOutdoors
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement
10-25 41st Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101, USA
480 miles awayOutdoors
Owl's Head Park
Owl's Head Park, Colonial Road & 68 St &, Shore Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11220, USA
475 miles awayOutdoors
Canarsie Park
Canarsie Park, Seaview Ave &, Remsen Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236, USA
482.1 miles awayOutdoors
76th St Basketball Courts
W 76th St, New York, NY, USA
478.3 miles awayOutdoors
Wingate
600 Kingston Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203, USA
479.7 miles awayOutdoors
Green Grass Courts
Jaime Campiz Playground, Marcy Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
479.4 miles awayOutdoors
Pat Williams Playground
101-22 224th St, Queens, NY 11429, USA
491.1 miles awayOutdoors
Lost Battalion Hall Playground
Queens Blvd &, 62nd Ave, Rego Park, NY 11374, USA
484.1 miles awayOutdoors
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Brooklyn Heights, NY 11201, USA
477.6 miles awayOutdoors
Hart Playground
65-01 37th Ave, Queens, NY 11377, USA
482.5 miles awayOutdoors
William Sheridan Playground
Wythe Ave &, Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
478.8 miles awayOutdoors
Frost Playground
292 Frost St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
480.1 miles awayOutdoors
Josh Bombart Location
Bedford Ave & S 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11249, USA
478.9 miles awayOutdoors
Great Lawn Basketball Courts
Great Lawn Oval, New York, NY 10024, USA
478.9 miles awayOutdoors
Sara D. Roosevelt Park
Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002, USA
477.3 miles awayOutdoors
Stanton Street Courts
136 Stanton St, New York, NY 10002, USA
477.7 miles awayOutdoors
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonI start by understanding the player’s goals, experience, and confidence level. Then we focus on basketball fundamentals — footwork, dribbling, and shooting mechanics. I also assess how they move and react so I can tailor the program to their needs. My goal is to make the session fun, positive, and empowering
Lesson 11+At this stage, we focus on advanced skill development, game IQ, and situational play. That includes shooting off the dribble, reading defenders, creating space, and improving reaction speed. We’ll simulate real-game scenarios and challenge decision-making under pressure. My goal is to build complete, confident players who are ready to compete
Lesson 4-10We progress into more game-like drills: pick-and-roll basics, shooting off the catch, finishing under pressure, and simple decision-making exercises. Each session builds on the last — adding pace, repetition, and challenge — while reinforcing confidence and fundamentals. I also introduce conditioning and light agility work
Lesson 2-3We dive deeper into ball-handling, layups, and basic shooting form. I introduce beginner-friendly drills like cone dribbling, form shooting, and defensive slides. I also teach spacing, body positioning, and how to stay balanced. These sessions build confidence and rhythm
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonI assess the player’s current skill set, decision-making, and conditioning through dynamic drills like 1-on-1 breakdowns, transition scoring, and situational reads. I also run a baseline skill evaluation including shot mechanics, footwork under pressure, and defensive stance. From there, I tailor a progressive plan based on their goals and playing style
Lesson 11+At this stage, we refine elite habits and prepare for real-game impact. Sessions include advanced situational breakdowns (late clock, help-side reads, defensive rotations), leadership development, and mental toughness work. We’ll emphasize game-film application, pace control, and mastering your role in any system. These lessons are for players serious about competing at a high level — college, pro, or beyond
Lesson 4-10We transition into elite-level situational training — including pick-and-roll reads, weak-side awareness, closeout decision-making, and advanced finishing variations. We’ll simulate game pressure, run live reps with limited dribbles or time, and push basketball IQ through constraint-based drills. Focus is on mastery and execution at game speed
Lesson 2-3We focus on advanced ball-handling under pressure, change-of-pace attacks, and finishing through contact. I incorporate drills like snake dribbles into midrange pull-ups, off-ball relocation shooting, and live reads off screens. These sessions emphasize efficiency, footwork, and control
Youth players
Working with kidsI focus on creating a fun, positive, and safe learning environment. We use simple language, short drills, and lots of encouragement. My sessions include basic skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting — all taught through games and activities to keep them engaged while building fundamentals
Working with teenagersI tailor lessons to build strong fundamentals, confidence, and game IQ. We focus on improving decision-making, skill execution under pressure, and mental toughness. I also create a space where teens feel heard, supported, and motivated to push their limits on and off the court
What you need to bringStudents should bring athletic shoes, comfortable sportswear, a water bottle, and any personal gear they prefer using (e.g. their own basketball).
What I can bringI can bring basketballs, cones, agility ladder, resistance bands, and other training tools for skill development.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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