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Tim

Coach Dante made basketball easy to understand and fun to learn. Every workout was organized and helped me improve my dribbling, shooting, defense, and confidence. He explains things clearly, pushes you to work hard, and makes sure you understand the game. I got better every week and looked forward to every session. I would recommend Coach Dante to any player who wants to improve their skills and basketball IQ.

Kalani

The best thing about training with Coach Dante is that he teaches more than just basketball skills. He taught me how to work hard, stay focused, and believe in myself. My shooting, dribbling, and basketball IQ improved a lot, and I have more confidence every time I step on the court.

James

Before training with Coach Dante, I was nervous playing in games. He helped me improve my ball handling, shooting, and confidence. He breaks everything down step-by-step and makes sure you understand each skill before moving on. I feel like a much better player now.

Ziaire

Coach Dante pushes you to be your best while making training fun. I learned new moves, improved my defense, and became a smarter player. Every workout was different and challenging. I can tell how much better I’ve gotten since I started training with him

Cam

Coach Dante is awesome! He helped me get better at dribbling, shooting, and making layups. The workouts were fun, and I learned a lot. I feel more confident when I play basketball now.”

Beginner training plan

Your first trainingFirst 60-Minute Training Session 1. Dynamic Warm-Up (10 min) * High knees * Butt kicks * Defensive slides * Carioca * Light jogging with ball 2. Ball Handling Basics (15 min) * Pound dribbles (right hand) – 30 sec * Pound dribbles (left hand) – 30 sec * Crossovers * Between-the-legs progression * Dribble while walking Key Point: Eyes up, stay low, use fingertips. 3. Triple Threat & Footwork (10 min) * Proper stance * Pivoting * Jab steps * Rip-throughs 4. Passing Fundamentals (10 min) * Chest pass * Bounce pass * Overhead pass * Pass and move 5. Form Shooting (10 min) * One-hand form shooting close to basket * BEEF: * Balance * Eyes * Elbow * Follow Through 6. Fun Competition (5 min) * Make 10 layups * Dribble obstacle course * Free throw challenge

Training 2-3Lesson 2: Ball Control & Finishing (60 Minutes) 1. Warm-Up (10 min) * Dynamic stretching * Defensive slides * Jogging with the ball * Stationary dribbling review 2. Ball Handling Progression (15 min) * Right-hand pound dribbles * Left-hand pound dribbles * Crossovers * In-and-out dribbles * Speed dribble to control dribble Focus: Keep eyes up and protect the ball. 3. Layup School (15 min) * Right-hand layups * Left-hand layups * Power layups * Mikan Drill Focus: Correct footwork and finishing softly off the backboard. 4. Passing on the Move (10 min) * Chest pass * Bounce pass * Pass and cut * Pass while jogging 5. Shooting Review (10 min) * Form shooting * 10 makes from 5 spots around the basket ⸻ Lesson 3: Game Fundamentals & Defense (60 Minutes) 1. Warm-Up (10 min) * Dynamic movement * Defensive slides * Closeout footwork 2. Defensive Fundamentals (15 min) * Athletic stance * Defensive slides * Closeouts * Mirror drill Focus: Stay low, active hands, quick feet. 3. Ball Handling Under Pressure (10 min) * Crossovers while moving * Retreat dribble * Change of pace dribble 4. Shooting Progression (15 min) * Form shooting * Mid-range shooting * Catch-and-shoot * One-dribble pull-up 5. Basketball IQ (10 min) Teach: * Triple threat * Spacing * Shot selection * When to pass, dribble, or shoot Homework Between Sessions * 100 dribbles each hand daily * 25 right-hand layups * 25 left-hand layups * 50 form shots * Watch 10 minutes of basketball focusing on footwork and spacing

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Tim

Kalani

James

Ziaire

Cam

Coach Dante is awesome! He helped me get better at dribbling, shooting, and making layups. The workouts were fun, and I learned a lot. I feel more confident when I play basketball now.”

Training 11+Lesson 11 – Attack Moves * Jab step * Shot fake * Rip-through * Straight-line drives * Finishing at the rim Lesson 12 – Change of Direction * Crossover attack * In-and-out move * Hesitation move * Cone attack drills * 1-on-1 Lesson 13 – Mid-Range Scoring * Pull-up jumpers * One-dribble pull-ups * Two-dribble pull-ups * Floaters * Shooting competition Lesson 14 – Finishing Package * Reverse layups * Euro steps * Floaters * Power finishes * Contact finishes Lesson 15 – Defensive Pressure * Closeouts * Containing drives * Help defense * Recoveries * 1-on-1 defense Lesson 16 – Rebounding * Box outs * Timing rebounds * Outlet passes * Rebound-to-score drills Lesson 17 – Fast Break Basketball * Speed dribbling * Passing on the move * 2-on-1 * 3-on-2 * Transition decisions Lesson 18 – Game Situations * Triple threat reads * Shot selection * End-of-game situations * Decision-making drills Lesson 19 – Small-Sided Games * 1-on-1 * 2-on-2 * 3-on-3 * Advantage/disadvantage drills Lesson 20 – Skills Assessment * Ball-handling evaluation * Shooting evaluation * Finishing evaluation * Defensive evaluation * Goal setting for the next 10 sessions Lessons 21–30 (Advanced Development) * Advanced ball handling * Pick-and-roll reads * Off-ball movement * Creating separation * Basketball IQ * Conditioning * Position-specific training * Competitive live play * Film study * Complete player development Player Development Roadmap * Lessons 1–10: Foundation * Lessons 11–20: Scoring & Game Skills * Lessons 21–30: Advanced Skills & Basketball IQ * Lessons 31+: Position-specific training, elite skill development, and game mastery.

Advanced training plan

Your first trainingThe first session focuses on evaluating the athlete’s strengths, weaknesses, basketball IQ, and game habits. Players will go through advanced ball-handling, shooting, finishing, and live-play drills so I can create a personalized development plan designed to help them reach their goals.

Training 2-3Athletes can expect high-intensity skill development focused on ball handling, shooting consistency, finishing moves, footwork, and decision-making. Workouts are tailored to game situations and position-specific needs.

Training 4-10Players will build advanced scoring skills, improve basketball IQ, develop defensive versatility, and learn how to create separation, read defenses, and perform under game pressure. Each workout includes competitive drills and live game actions.

Training 11+Training becomes highly individualized and focuses on elite player development. Athletes will work on advanced scoring packages, position-specific skills, leadership, conditioning, film study, and game performance strategies to maximize success at the AAU, high school, and collegiate levels.

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Coach Dante Curry

Name: Dante Curry
Address: 1750 Johns Lake Rd, Clermont, FL 34711, USA, Lake County, Florida, United States
Telephone: +16509003835
Location: Lake County, Florida
Rating: 5

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About your basketball coach

Former high-level basketball player and coach with extensive experience in player development. Ranked #130 nationally coming out of Poinciana High School in 2006. Played college basketball at USF before transferring to Georgia State University. Trained youth athletes with EAT Elite Athletic Training and coached AAU basketball. Served as Head JV Basketball Coach and Assistant Varsity Coach at The Paideia School, developing athletes through skill work, leadership, discipline, and team culture.

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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers

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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts

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Lives in: Lake County, Florida

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Years Playing: 30 years

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Given: 5 training

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🎯Shooting, Dribbling, Layups

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Veterans Memorial Park

Bruce Gillard Hoop Dreams

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