Best 7 coaches for Basketball lessons near San Antonio, TX

Having honed my craft over three decades, I'm passionate about fostering a love for basketball in every student. My coaching philosophy centers around building a strong foundation of fundamental skills while nurturing each player's individual talents and building lasting relationships with those I coach. I have done most of my coaching at the high school level, for both boys and girls. On the individual training level, I have been working for 13 years with a huge range of players from 3rd grade students all the way up to NBA All-Stars.

I have played basketball my entire life and was a dual-sport varsity athlete in high school. I enjoy teaching the game and helping students develop their skills, confidence, and overall understanding of basketball. I foster growth through personalized coaching. My passion lies in unlocking each player's potential while building confidence on and off the court. Join me to elevate your game!

"Addison, a high school player in San Antonio, wanted to refine her shooting form and improve her coordination. In just three sessions, she showed significant improvement, with better mechanics and more confidence in her game.

Having spent two decades honing my craft, I'm passionate about fostering a love for basketball in players of all levels. My coaching emphasizes fundamental skills, strategic thinking, and fostering a supportive team environment where every player can thrive.

"Review by Jordan T. (Age 12, Beginner Player) “Coach Taylor made basketball fun from day one. I had never played before, but now I can dribble, shoot, and even do layups! He’s super patient and always encourages me to keep going. I actually look forward to training every week!”

For three decades, I've had the privilege of sharing my love of basketball with players of all ages. My passion lies in fostering individual growth while building team spirit, always striving for excellence on and off the court.

"Coach Santa Cruz helped me with building confidence by putting me through challenges that I had never faced. He is very knowledgeable!

I’m a coach, basketball dad, and former varsity head coach who knows exactly what programs expect. With 20+ years in the game—and two sons I personally train (an incoming senior and an 8th grader)—I’ve lived every angle of the journey. Both are known in the basketball community for their game and growth. I train players to think sharper, move smarter, and compete with real confidence. Let’s build skill, IQ, and presence—because the game notices who’s ready.

"“Coach Jason has helped me focus on the things that matter as I get ready for high school ball — effort, decision-making, and body language. He’s coached at the varsity level, so he knows exactly what high school coaches are looking for. I just completed my incoming HS camp last week and my new coaches complimented me on my approach to basketball. My confidence is high right now!”

I am a bilingual professional with extensive experience in education, communication, and student development. Spanish is one of my strongest professional skills, and throughout my career I have successfully taught students of different ages, backgrounds, and learning levels in both classroom and athletic environments.

Ivan Jenkins is a basketball coach with over 15 years of experience working with youth, AAU, and high school athletes. He has served as head coach at Riverpointe Christian Academy and assistant varsity coach at Cane Bay High School. Jenkins has led championship programs and coached nationally ranked AAU teams while focusing on developing players both on and off the court. His coaching philosophy centers on discipline, teamwork, and preparing athletes for success in sports and life.

"“Great with kids and builds confidence. You can tell he cares.”