Basketball lessons with
Babacar Ndiaye
From$56.70 per lesson
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Basketball lessons with
Babacar Ndiaye
From$56.70 per lesson
•✨Babacar is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with basketball. We strictly vet every instructor so you can book with confidence. Satisfaction is guaranteed. If anything go sideways, we'll switch you to a different coach or give you your money back.
✨Babacar is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with basketball. We strictly vet every instructor so you can book with confidence. Satisfaction is guaranteed. If anything go sideways, we'll switch you to a different coach or give you your money back.
About your basketball coach
Former competitive basketball player with experience in both high school and collegiate basketball. I played in the PSAL during high school and competed in AAU with CM3, the Gauchos, and Wiz Kids, gaining experience against strong competition and developing a high basketball IQ.I continued my playing career at Hostos Community College and Utica College, where I built strong fundamentals, discipline, and leadership through the game. I train & coach from middle school to high school players.
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Teaches: Adults
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Manhattan, New York
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Years Playing: 12 years
Babacar's availability
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Babacar's availability
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Near Manhattan, New York
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We can suggest similar coaches or arrange a different spot (even at home)
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonmy first lesson is all about setting the foundation. I start by getting to know the players and building a positive, focused environment. We’ll begin with simple warm-ups and ball-handling to see everyone’s skill level, then move into fundamental drills like dribbling, passing, footwork, and shooting. I focus on effort, discipline, and teamwork from day one. My goal in the first session is not just to teach skills, but to build confidence, good habits, and a love for the game.
Lesson 11+From lesson 11 and beyond, players can expect more advanced skill development and game application. Sessions will focus on refining shooting, ball-handling under pressure, and making quick decisions during play. Players will work on reading defenses, improving basketball IQ, and understanding offensive and defensive concepts. Drills will become more competitive and game-like to help players perform with confidence. The goal is continued growth, consistency, and helping each player reach their full potential on the court.
Lesson 4-10From lessons 4–10, players will continue strengthening their fundamentals while applying them in more game-like situations. We will focus on improving ball handling, shooting consistency, footwork, and finishing around the basket. Players will also learn how to move without the ball, proper spacing, and basic defensive positioning. As the lessons progress, we’ll introduce combination drills, decision-making, and competitive exercises. The goal is to build confidence, improve basketball IQ, and help players apply their skills naturally during real play.
Lesson 2-3From the second and third lessons, beginners can expect to start building consistency and confidence with the fundamentals. In the second lesson, we’ll continue working on ball-handling, passing, and shooting while introducing more movement drills like dribbling while changing direction, proper footwork, and basic finishing around the rim. The focus will be on control, balance, and understanding the game at a simple level. By the third lesson, players will begin putting those skills together. We’ll work on game-like drills, simple decision making, and basic offensive and defensive concepts. I also like to add competitive drills so players can start applying what they learned while having fun. The goal is steady improvement, building confidence, and helping players feel more comfortable on the court each session.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonConditioning+Ball handling
Lesson 4-10Jumpshot +Drills and game Play scenerio
Lesson 2-3Conditioning + Jumpshots.
What you need to bringSneakers, Sweatpants or shorts. WATER.
What I can bringBasketball , jump rope, shot clock,
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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