Learn Basketball with Drake
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💰$13 weekly lessons
With 18 years devoted to basketball, I empower players to elevate their game. My coaching blends strategic development with a supportive approach, fostering both skill and passion. I look forward to helping you achieve your goals on the court!
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Nashville, Tennessee
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Happy Student Score: Not available
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 5 lessons
Accomplishments
➕14ppg 54% FG 56% 3ptFG
Reviews
Total reviews5
Average rating
5.0
Arabella Oliver
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 50
Taught me how to develop my ball handling to become more than just a shooter, used these skills to go from a spot up shooter to an all conference, all regional tournament player
Issak Oliver
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 25
Has helped me work on my playmaking skills. I am tall for a point guard but my team needs me to play point and he has helped me learn to read defenses and become a better passer. Led my team to the district champs last season.
Sarah Thompson
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20
Before working with this program, my 12-year-old was hesitant to shoot and barely handled the ball. Now he’s running point, making plays, and LOVING the game again. The drills are serious, but the energy is always positive. Best investment we’ve made in his development.
Courtney Alvarez
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20
She started working with Coach during the summer, and her shot, speed, and court awareness skyrocketed. She went from barely making JV minutes to becoming a starter on varsity. Couldn’t recommend this program more.
Jamal Reed
Level: Expert•Lessons taken: 15
I was looking for a trainer who actually knew what they were doing, and this did not disappoint. High-level footwork, game-realistic reps, and no fluff. If you’re serious about leveling up, this is the real deal.
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:6 locations available
Southeast Community Center
5260 Hickory Hollow Parkway, Antioch, TN, USA
335.6 miles awayIndoors
Lee Victory Recreation Park
110 Sam Ridley Parkway East, Smyrna, TN, USA
334.2 miles awayOutdoors
Delmas Long Community Center
200 Memorial Dr, Goodlettsville, TN 37072, United States
322.3 miles awayIndoors
Paul John’s Neighborhood Park
2900 Iona Drive, Smyrna, TN, USA
338.1 miles awayOutdoors
Pioneer Park
203 Pioneer Drive, Smyrna, TN, USA
336.4 miles awayOutdoors
Hilltop-Rosenwald Park
565 Mason Tucker Drive, Smyrna, TN, USA
335.7 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 lessonBasic fundamentals, gauging where they are.
Lesson 11+Embedding what has been learned
Lesson 4-10Shot mechanics, passing, running off screens
Lesson 2-3Dribbling mechanics, layups, cardio
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonGauge what the individual excels at and what they can improve on.
Lesson 11+Continuing to work relentlessly to become an elite player.
Lesson 4-10Embedding these skills so that whatever weaknesses they have in their game become strengths
Lesson 2-3Working on drills to improve skills that need improvement.
Youth players
Working with kidsI try to be more enthusiastic and make the drills game like so the kids know that at the end of the day basketball is just a game and is supposed to be fun
Working with teenagersFinding their roles, what they excel at and what they need to do to become a high level high school player and possible college player
What you need to bringShoes, gym clothes
What I can bringBalls, cones, ladders
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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