Private Basketball Training & Coaches in Lakeside, VA

I’m a college basketball player passionate about helping others develop their game the right way. I focus on building solid fundamentals, improving basketball IQ, and teaching how to perform under pressure. Whether you’re just starting or trying to level up, I break the game down in a simple, effective way so you can improve fast.

I grew up in a basketball environment always playing with my brothers and dad. I held my first basketball camp for neighborhood kids at age 11. Through my high school career I helped coach younger players and reffed youth basketball leagues. I went on to play four years of college basketball (NWAC, NJCAA, and NCAA DIII), each year contributing to record setting seasons for the school. My focus in training is to build on the fundamentals of shot form, ball handling, and footwork.

I love basketball! I love teaching hard workers! I have reached the professional level of basketball through hard work, dedication and support from my coaches. 2006-2015 Professional Basketball Player (USA & Europe) (Germany, France, Israel, Turkey, Russia) 2006 G-League Draft Pick 2006 Big South Conference Player of The Year (NCAA1 Coastal Carolina University 2007 Eurobasket.com MVP 2010 Voted Big South Conference All Decade Team I coach with positive reinforcement. Focus on fundamentals. Ball handling, Finishing, and Shooting. Any age, any skill level. Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced.

I have trained kids for over 10 years. I have sent 5’kids to play college basketball both male and female. The last client i trained now plays at Duke University.

My name is Colin Glavas, and I've always had a passion for basketball. I have played for elite organizations like Boo Williams and Team Loaded throughout my high school career. In my hometown, I helped run basketball camps for elementary, middle, and high school students, and trained many local kids in my neighborhood. I also spent a year as an assistant coach for Hampton Roads Academy. I was an assistant for both the middle school and varsity boys teams.

I’ve played 3 years in the NBA, 5 seasons overseas (still playing). I played in all kinds of countries and have played with all kinds of professional athletes. I’m a Indiana University (Hoosiers) alumni. I’m also Boo Williams (Boo Williams Summer League) nephew so i been all through the AAU world too. I’ve trained kids in my free time during the summer and hosted a couple camps in my hometown, Hampton, VA as well.

My teaching style is being a very direct with each kid and being helpful so we can see constant growth. I will get the most out of each kid that I work with no matter how much it takes. I believe any kid can be unlocked and have there full potential unlocked if the right buttons are pushed. My goal is to be not only the best trainer but the most honest and dependable one as well.

"He was appreciative of the job I did changing the arch on his jump shot and making sure his footwork was good