Private Basketball Training & Coaches in Reno, NV
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Looking to take your basketball game to the next level? With over 25 years of coaching experience and a personal journey that spans from high school and junior college to Division 1 basketball at the University of Nevada, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the court. My professional career has taken me around the globe, playing in Bulgaria, Denmark, Australia, and China. Now, my passion is helping youth players in Northern Nevada reach their full potential and seize opportunities to play at the college level. Join me to refine your skills, understand the game, and build a path to success both on and off the court. Let’s work together to make your basketball dreams a reality!
"Hey, so I had a lesson with Steven recently and I guess I’d say it was pretty good overall. The highlight was definitely practicing my skills, which felt quite focused. Though I still want to learn something new, I did leave with a better understanding of some fundamentals. Honestly, it's been encouraging to see how steady the progress is, and I think I’ll be coming back for more. If you're on the lookout for someone who really helps you build on what you already know, you might want to give Steven a shot.
Steven
With over a decade on the court, I cultivate fundamental skills and strategic thinking in aspiring basketball players. My experience fosters growth and a lifelong passion for the game. I help students build confidence through detailed and constructive lessons.
Talan
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Private basketball training in Reno, Nevada
Private basketball training in Reno average $43 for a week of training, with 14 vetted coaches available. Every session is private — 1-on-1 by default, or with your invited group — tailored to your level and goals, at a location and time that work for you.
Where can I take basketball training in Reno?
Basketball training in Reno happen at 2 locations across the city, from Dick Taylor Memorial Park to lesser-known neighborhood spots. Bookings open up across weekdays, evenings, and weekend mornings — and if you have a preferred location, your coach meets you there.
How much do basketball training cost in Reno?
Private basketball training in Reno average $43 for a week of training. Booking a lesson package brings the per-lesson rate down, and one-off single lessons are also available — what you pay depends on your coach's experience and the session length you choose.
What basketball coaches in Reno, Nevada can help you work on
Private basketball lessons in Reno are built around your goals. Whatever you want to improve, a coach can focus each session on it. Here are the areas coaches in Reno work on most.
Shooting and scoring
Build a repeatable jump shot, extend your range, and clean up your free throws. Reno coaches break down your form frame by frame and drill it at game speed.
Ball handling and guard skills
Tighten your handle, change of pace, and combo moves so you can create space off the dribble. Basketball trainers in Reno run guard-skill work built around live, full-speed reps.
Footwork, defense, and rebounding
Lock in your defensive stance, lateral slides, and closeouts, then box out and finish the possession. A coach in Reno teaches you to guard your position and own the glass.
Finishing and athleticism
Add layups through contact, both-hand finishes, and a quicker first step. Reno basketball coaches focus your training on scoring at the rim and playing above it.
Game IQ and decision-making
Learn to read the floor, run pick-and-roll, and make the right pass every trip down. Coaches in Reno sharpen the mental side of basketball alongside the physical.
Kids & youth basketball lessons in Reno, Nevada
Looking for youth basketball coaching in Reno? We match kids and teens — from first-timers to high-school and club players — with coaches who specialize in junior development. Private youth basketball lessons run at the same weekly rate as adult lessons.
Vetted, background-checked basketball coaches
Every coach who works with kids goes through identity and background screening before being matched with young students, and their safety vetting is shown on their profile — so you can book with confidence.
Every age and level, ages 5 to 18
Coaches in Reno teach juniors from as young as 5 through high-school and competitive athletes, tailoring each session to your child's age, level, and goals — whether that is first-time fundamentals, building confidence, or tryout and team prep.
Parents welcome at every basketball lesson
Parents are welcome to stay and watch — many do, especially with younger kids — but it is never required. Either way, your coach shares progress and what to practice between lessons.
Frequently asked questions
What to expect when you take a Basketball training in Reno
The first training for a beginner player
Coach Steven
basketball coach
1. Intro & Goals – 5 min Quick conversation: basketball background, strengths, weaknesses, and goals. ⸻ 2. Warm-Up & Ball Handling – 10 min • Dynamic stretches/full-court movement. • Stationary and moving dribbling series (crossovers, behind-the-back, in-and-out). ⸻ 3. Shooting Evaluation – 15 min • Form shooting (close range). • Spot shooting (mid-range & 3-point). • Off-the-dribble pull-ups. ⸻ 4. Finishing & Attack Moves – 15 min • Layups with both hands. • Floaters, euro-steps, and contact finishes. • Triple-threat attacks: 1–2 dribbles into pull-up or drive. ⸻ 5. Competitive Drill – 10 min • Timed finishing challenge OR limited-dribble 1-on-1 to 5 points. • Tests effort, decision-making, and competitiveness. ⸻ 6. Cool Down & Feedback – 5 min • Light stretching. • Share observations and give 1–2 focus points for next time.
Coach Tori
basketball coach
Times drills with set goals you must reach. Notes will be taken on shooting form, dribbling accuracy, and passing accuracy, as well as defensive stance and basic IQ.
The first training for an advanced player
Coach Steven
basketball coach
1. Intro & Goals – 5 min Quick conversation: basketball background, strengths, weaknesses, and goals. ⸻ 2. Warm-Up & Ball Handling – 10 min • Dynamic stretches/full-court movement. • Stationary and moving dribbling series (crossovers, behind-the-back, in-and-out). ⸻ 3. Shooting Evaluation – 15 min • Form shooting (close range). • Spot shooting (mid-range & 3-point). • Off-the-dribble pull-ups. ⸻ 4. Finishing & Attack Moves – 15 min • Layups with both hands. • Floaters, euro-steps, and contact finishes. • Triple-threat attacks: 1–2 dribbles into pull-up or drive. ⸻ 5. Competitive Drill – 10 min • Timed finishing challenge OR limited-dribble 1-on-1 to 5 points. • Tests effort, decision-making, and competitiveness. ⸻ 6. Cool Down & Feedback – 5 min • Light stretching. • Share observations and give 1–2 focus points for next time.
Coach Tori
basketball coach
Times drills with set goals you must reach. Notes will be taken on shooting form, dribbling accuracy, and passing accuracy, as well as defensive stance and basic IQ.
What do coaches say I need to bring to my training?
Coach Tori
basketball coach
Basketball shoes for concrete court (meaning not wood court playing shoes but old basketball shoes or ones you don’t wear during school games or practice)
What do coaches say about teaching kids and youth?
Coach Steven
basketball coach
As a former college and professional basketball player, I’ve experienced firsthand how the game can shape a person’s discipline, confidence, and love for competition. What I enjoy most about teaching young kids is giving them the chance to discover those same lessons early in their journey. Basketball taught me how to work hard, play as part of a team, and push through challenges—values I want to pass on to the next generation. Seeing a child light up when they finally master a new skill or gain confidence on the court is more rewarding than any win I’ve had as a player. For me, teaching kids isn’t just about basketball fundamentals, it’s about helping them grow as people while building a lifelong love for the game.
Basketball coaches in Reno, NV
basketball coach with the most lessons taught in Reno
Coach Steven has taught
5 lessons
The location with the most coaches teaching basketball training at
Dick Taylor Memorial Park
Average coach player rating
5.0
1 total ratings
and here are the coaches with top player ratings:
Average length of time coaches in Reno have been teaching for
16.14 years on average
How many coaches teach basketball in Reno
14 coaches
Average cost of a basketball lesson in Reno
$43 for weekly lessons
Check out basketball courts near you
Dick Taylor Memorial Park
1140 Beech St, Reno, NV 89512, United States
0.9 miles away • 13 basketball coaches teach here
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Damonte Ranch Park
1950 Steamboat Pkwy, Reno, NV 89521, USA
8.6 miles away • 3 basketball coaches teach here