Introduction to Basketball Academy
Introduction to Basketball Academy will focus on basketball skill development via live instruction and drills, in which participants will work on ball-handling, footwork/defense, rebounding, cardio/conditioning, and body weight exercises.
Danny Sumner
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(7)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Learners are strongly encouraged to practice what is covered in class in a safe and open space. Repetition is key in mastering the basketball drills and skills that will be taught in class.Assessment
Learners will be informally assessed on their progress (i.e. proper form, increasing their number of reps, ability to add extensions to drills, ability to answer questions, etc.)Class Experience
This is a one-time 55-minute class. Learners will be taught the fundamentals of basketball via live instruction and drills, in which participants will work on ball-handling, footwork/defense, rebounding, cardio/conditioning, and body weight exercises. We will stretch/warm-up at the beginning of each class. I will explain and demonstrate each drill and provide feedback and encouragement to ensure that learners are performing each drill correctly. Learners are strongly encouraged to ask me questions and/or provide feedback at any point during the session using their microphones or the chat feature. Prior basketball experience is not a requirement. All are welcome!
Learning Goals
Learners will improve their understanding of the fundamentals of basketball including ball control, executing movements without looking at the ball or the ground, dribbling the ball with one hand (emphasis placed on use of fingers to control the ball), basic dribbling moves, triple threat position, protecting the ball, pivoting, jab stepping, defensive stance/footwork, and improving cardio/conditioning.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please make sure that learners are in a safe and open space to perform basketball drills. Dangerous and fragile objects should be removed from the space in the event of loss of ball control.
Supply List
Learners must have a basketball and a water bottle. Please wear proper workout apparel and sneakers. Optional equipment: jump rope.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2021
5.0
7reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
My basketball experiences include: playing high school basketball for a top program in the Washington, D.C. area/nation with Paul VI Catholic High School where I was named 2006 Washington Post 1st Team All-Met, 2006, Virginia Independent Schools State Player of the Year, 2006 WCAC 1st Team All-Conference, playing college basketball for The College of William & Mary on a full 4-year basketball scholarship and scoring over 1,000 points in my collegiate career, and playing for professional teams both overseas (e.g. Germany, Iceland) and domestically (e.g. NBA D-League for the Erie Bay Hawks). I have the ability to work with learners to help them reach their goals, whether it be to leisurely learn about basketball or to become a skilled competitive athlete. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
4-9 learners per class
