SKills TrainingPRIVATE LESSONS & SMALL GROUP TRAINING
Sessions will be held at the Cologne Community Center (1211 Village Pkwy, Cologne, MN) See Scheduling Calendars below ----- Each session can be specialized to focus on an athlete or group's preferred skill areas. A typical training session will include: SHOOTING FORM A focus on developing proper footwork, staying balanced and squaring shoulder to the basket, & getting a perfect release, backspin, & follow through. BALL HANDLING Making quicker and stronger moves to create separation from defenders. Developing confidence in attacking the basket using the weak-hand dribble. FINISHING AROUND THE BASKET Using the body to shield off defenders, absorb contact and still keep focus on the rim, using shot fakes to get defenders up in the air and out of position. Many of these drills will include contact from a football blocking shield to emulate a live defender. CREATING SCORING OPPORTUNITIES Using jab-steps, shot fakes, spin moves, hop-backs and other offensive moves to create openings to get a shot off. QUICKNESS & VERTICAL JUMP Plyometric exercises, drills to create a quick first step & improve lateral movement, and explosive vertical leap training. Other skills available at request: Post Moves, 1-on-1 Defense, Rebounding, and more! |
Cost: $70 for a 55 minute session with Coach Andrew Dahl or Coach Adam Angell Sign up for multiple sessions and save! 10 pack of sessions = $600.00 ($60 each) 5 pack of sessions = $315.00 ($63 each) Single session = $70.00 For form-your-own small groups (up to 6 athletes), the cost can be divided amongst the group but only one person needs to schedule. *Must build own group of teammates, friends, siblings, etc. (Example, if did a 10-session package...2 athletes - $30.00 each, 3 athletes - $20.00 each, 4 athletes - $15.00, 5 athletes - $12.00, 6 athletes - $10.00) Payments accepted:
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New & Returning Athletes:
You must be either Signed-In or Create an Account here to Purchase Sessions/Credits.
Credits can be used to schedule with Coach Andrew or Coach Adam.
Credits can be used to schedule with Coach Andrew or Coach Adam.
To schedule a session w/Coach Andrew Dahl, click on Schedule Link below.
Schedule for October 2024 now available below...(10/10, 10/15, 10/17, 10/22 available)
Schedule for October 2024 now available below...(10/10, 10/15, 10/17, 10/22 available)
To schedule a session w/Coach Adam Angell, click on Schedule Link below.
Adam has coached for the MN Swish AAU program for the past 8 years and just completed his 4th year coaching A Team Boys for the Waconia Basketball Association. He had a very successful high school career at Bethlehem Academy in Faribault, MN, making it to the State Tournament his junior year, holding the school record for most 3 pointers made in a season, and being selected to the MN High School All-Star game. Adam went on to play college basketball at both Buena Vista University (Iowa) and Central Lakes College (MN). Adam has also coached at many Hoops Training Camps, Fall League Sessions, and Group Workouts over the years.
Schedule for October 2024 now available below...(10/10, 10/15, 10/22, 10/24 available)
Adam has coached for the MN Swish AAU program for the past 8 years and just completed his 4th year coaching A Team Boys for the Waconia Basketball Association. He had a very successful high school career at Bethlehem Academy in Faribault, MN, making it to the State Tournament his junior year, holding the school record for most 3 pointers made in a season, and being selected to the MN High School All-Star game. Adam went on to play college basketball at both Buena Vista University (Iowa) and Central Lakes College (MN). Adam has also coached at many Hoops Training Camps, Fall League Sessions, and Group Workouts over the years.
Schedule for October 2024 now available below...(10/10, 10/15, 10/22, 10/24 available)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is it better to do private sessions or group training?
I feel that athletes get more out of a one-on-one training situation. (More repetitions, more feedback, more guidance) I typically suggest doing at least one private lesson before doing a group session so that I can give the athlete a good idea on the areas that need the most work. However, the small group sessions are more cost-friendly and I've found that some athletes are more comfortable training with a friend or two.
What is a good age to start training?
It really varies from kid to kid. Dribbling skills and footwork are very important for younger/beginning players, and getting a jump on that skill-set can lead to more success early in a youth basketball career. Strength is a big factor in developing shooting form, so a lot of times for players younger than 4th grade I focus solely on ball-handling and footwork. Most 4th and 5th graders are ready to start developing good shooting form habits. Bad shooting habits are tough to break if players shoot incorrectly for too long, so getting a grasp on a few keys early is huge!
Can you help elite or older-aged kids or is this program only for players beginning to build skills?
Yes, I definitely can. I have trained 9 current Division 1 College Basketball player or recruits. A lot of the older 11th & 12th graders that I work with are surprised with some of the small adjustments in footwork or form that make a big difference in their game. I really enjoy working with players who are already very good but want to keep adding, fine-tuning, and quickening skills and moves.
ANY OTHER QUESTIONS, FEEL FREE TO ASK:
[email protected] or 651-592-6099
I feel that athletes get more out of a one-on-one training situation. (More repetitions, more feedback, more guidance) I typically suggest doing at least one private lesson before doing a group session so that I can give the athlete a good idea on the areas that need the most work. However, the small group sessions are more cost-friendly and I've found that some athletes are more comfortable training with a friend or two.
What is a good age to start training?
It really varies from kid to kid. Dribbling skills and footwork are very important for younger/beginning players, and getting a jump on that skill-set can lead to more success early in a youth basketball career. Strength is a big factor in developing shooting form, so a lot of times for players younger than 4th grade I focus solely on ball-handling and footwork. Most 4th and 5th graders are ready to start developing good shooting form habits. Bad shooting habits are tough to break if players shoot incorrectly for too long, so getting a grasp on a few keys early is huge!
Can you help elite or older-aged kids or is this program only for players beginning to build skills?
Yes, I definitely can. I have trained 9 current Division 1 College Basketball player or recruits. A lot of the older 11th & 12th graders that I work with are surprised with some of the small adjustments in footwork or form that make a big difference in their game. I really enjoy working with players who are already very good but want to keep adding, fine-tuning, and quickening skills and moves.
ANY OTHER QUESTIONS, FEEL FREE TO ASK:
[email protected] or 651-592-6099
