VASA FitnessBasketball Venue in Phoenix, AZ

I'm passionate about unlocking the potential I see in every player. With 15 years of experience, I've honed my ability to teach dedication, self-discipline and accountability while exhibiting the importance of fundamental skills, alongside fostering a love for basketball and yourself. Let's work together to elevate your game!

"Coach Robinson is really good with Lisa. Often, she’s waiting on the day for them to train together. I never knew my daughter had this drive in her. Safe to say Coach Robinson manifested what I thought my daughter was missing. He knows the right things to say!

Having honed my craft over three decades, I'm passionate about cultivating well-rounded basketball players. I emphasize fundamental skills development alongside strategic gameplay, fostering a fun yet challenging environment for all.

Coach Jevon “Coach Von” Estelle, former Grand Canyon University men’s basketball player (2013–2016), is the founder of GRO Athletic and Dream Team Academy—programs built to develop complete athletes through elite skill work, character development, and a championship culture. Drawing from his college experience at GCU, his professional training background with Chris Johnson Hoops, and exposure to high-level athletes through Klutch Sports, Coach Estelle has created a development system rooted in precision, accountability, and game-speed detail. His programs have grown from a small group of local athletes into a respected Arizona pipeline that emphasizes leadership, academics, and competitive excellence for players at every level.

For 7 years, I've had the privilege of sharing my passion for basketball with aspiring athletes of all levels. My coaching philosophy centers on fostering a fun yet focused environment where players can develop their skills, build confidence, and reach their full potential on and off the court.

With three decades dedicated to basketball, I cultivate fundamental skills and strategic thinking in players of all levels. My coaching philosophy blends rigorous training with an enjoyable, supportive environment, fostering both personal growth and athletic excellence. Let's elevate your game together.

Passionate about cultivating basketball talent, I've spent 15 years sharing my love for the game. My coaching fosters fundamental skills while encouraging strategic thinking and teamwork on the court. Let's work together to elevate your game!

Coach Trutanic has over 26 years of coaching experience at the high school, club, and college levels. He has coached at Division 1, 2, 3, and JC levels at the college. Most recently, Coach Mario was the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Saddleback College, where he resurrected a program ravaged by COVID-19. During the 2023-24 season, he led the team to its most wins since the 2016-17 season. During the 2021-22 season, Trutanic served as an assistant coach at the University of Redlands, where he helped lead the Bulldogs to the SCIAC Championship and a top-25 National Ranking. He also developed and coached Alyssa Downs, Hannah Jerrier, Angelique Roque, and Chyanne Pagkawlinawan, who were all selected to the All-SCIAC team. Hannah Jerrier was also selected as Defensive Player of the Year in the SCIAC Conference. As an assistant coach at Palomar College during 2016-17, he helped lead the team to the PCAC Conference Championship and the Final Four in the CCCAA State Tournament. From 2011-16, Trutanic was an assistant coach at California State University Northridge (CSUN), where he helped orchestrate the greatest turnarounds in Division 1 history in 2011-12. During his tenure at CSUN, he was part of two NCAA tournament appearances and a WNIT appearance. The 2014-15 team set a school record for wins. He has the honor of coaching and developing several players to all-conference recognition in the Big West, including Jasmine Erving, Violet Alama, Tessa Boagini, Camille Mahlknecht, and Channon Fluker. Coach Trutanic takes tremendous pride in developing players on and off the court. He has coached and developed several players who have played professionally and collegiately. His players have gone on to play at the following colleges/universities: Brown, Boston College, Columbia, Wisconsin, Cal, UC Davis, Cal Poly Pomona, Westmont, Whitman, Seattle, Cal State Fullerton, Cal State LA, Yale, Redlands, APU, UCSD, Weber State, USC, Hawaii, PLNU, and others. Trutanic has coached at Santa Monica College, San Francisco State University, Long Beach State University, Mission Hills High School, Francis Parker High School, Carlsbad High School, Oaks Christian High School, South Torrance High School, St. Bernards High School, Crossroads High School, and Marymount High School. A graduate of Antioch University with a BA in Liberal Studies, Trutanic earned his Master’s Degree in Sports Management from the University of San Francisco. He is also currently pursuing a PhD in Sports Management from USSA.

With 18 years devoted to basketball, I empower players to elevate their game through strategic skill development and a positive, engaging approach. I blend proven techniques with personalized coaching to foster both confidence and on-court success. Let's unlock your full potential!

My name is John R. and I have been playing basketball since I was 12 years old. I pursued a professional basketball career and earned a callback tryout with the NBA G-League’s Idaho Stampede. Though I didn’t achieve my ultimate goal, the journey enriched me with invaluable knowledge and experience. I still have an immense love for the game and love to share that passion and knowledge to help others improve. Whether you are just starting out or are an experienced player looking to take the next step I can help you. I have drills and workouts for improving shooting, ball-handling, defense and conditioning. My workouts will primarily focus on individual skill-work. If this sounds good to you, give me a call and we can get started improving your game!

Mastering the court goes beyond dribbling and shooting. I'm here to instill the love of the game, built on 19 years of experience, while fostering strategic thinking and unlocking your true potential on the court.