Basketball lessons with
Marcus Soumh
From$104.89 per lesson
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Basketball lessons with
Marcus Soumh
From$104.89 per lesson
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Coach Rating
4.9
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Marcus is getting started on TeachMe.To. We don't yet have enough data to assign this coach a Happy Student Score, but you can read reviews left by their students.
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Coach Rating
4.9
About your basketball coach
With over 20 years of experience as both a player and coach, I specialize in developing young athletes through focused training in ball handling, conditioning, and overall basketball IQ. I work with players ranging from ages 6 through high school, helping them build a strong foundation, sharpen their skills, and grow their confidence on and off the court. I played college basketball at Durham College and have further developed my training expertise through hands-on experience with Delson Training in New Jersey—one of the top programs for elite player development. My approach is simple: I love the game and I love helping kids get better. I’m easygoing, positive, and passionate—but I also push players to work hard, stay disciplined, and maximize their potential. Whether your child is just starting out or aiming for the next level, my goal is to guide them through that journey—step by step—with energy, focus, and fun.
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Teaches: Adults
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Fort Lee, New Jersey
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Years Playing: 20 years
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Given: 10 lessons
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Accomplishments
➕ AAU Coach and International basketball recruiter
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIn your first session, we’ll begin with a 15-minute skill assessment to understand your current level and comfort with the game. Whether you’re brand new or just getting back into basketball, I’ll evaluate your ball handling, footwork, and movement.
Based on your goals- whether it’s improving fitness, learning the fundamentals, or preparing for team play-I’ll tailor the session with targeted drills to build confidence and a strong foundation. The goal is to make sure you feel comfortable, challenged, and excited to grow every session.
Lesson 11+We've built a strong player-coach connection, and you're now being given more challenging assignments to push your development. These tasks are designed to test your skills, focus, and commitment both on and off the court.
I'll continue to motivate and challenge you in a positive, constructive way, always with your growth in mind. My goal is to help you reach your full potential and see measurable improvement in your game.
Lesson 4-10By now, you're familiar with the expectations and structure, so we'll jump straight into focused training at the start of each session. The intensity and pace will continue to increase as we target consistency, performance, and game-readiness.
To maximize your progress, I'll also assign individual homework drills tailored to your goals-these will help reinforce what we cover when you're not training with me and build your confidence through repetition and self-discipline.
Lesson 2-3In these sessions, we'll build on the foundational drills introduced in your first lesson. As your comfort and confidence grow, we'll begin to increase the intensity and complexity of each drill.
The focus will be on improving your ball handling, footwork, conditioning, and basketball IQ, while reinforcing good habits. Every drill is designed to challenge you just enough to keep you motivated and moving forward.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonIn our first advanced session, we'll start with a focused evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses through a series of high-level drills. This will help me understand your game IQ, pace, footwork, and decision-making under pressure.
We'll then dive into a customized training plan based on your goals-whether it's preparing for tryouts, elevating your in-game performance, or sharpening specific skills like elite ball handling, shooting off the dribble, or defensive reads.
This session sets the tone: high energy, high expectations, and high performance.
Lesson 11+By now, you've developed a strong foundation and refined your skills. In this session, we'll focus on pushing your limits even further. The drills will be more demanding, with a specific emphasis on elevating your game under pressure-whether that's executing with precision in tight moments or mastering your mental approach during high-stakes situations.
I'll continue to offer constructive feedback and strategies to help you consistently improve, while encouraging you to reach your maximum potential.
Expect this lesson to feel intense, as we set the bar
even higher for the next stage of your development.
Lesson 4-10By this stage, we're fully immersed in advanced-level training. Each session will push your physical and mental limits with a combination of elite drills, high-intensity scrimmages, and in-depth game scenarios.
We'll focus on fine-tuning your basketball IQ, court vision, reaction times, and decision-making, all while maintaining a high level of conditioning. I'll continuously challenge you with new techniques and more complex drills to ensure you're staying on top of your game.
You'll also be given homework assignments and film breakdowns to work on outside of training, allowing you to process what we've worked on and implement it during games.
Lesson 2-3These sessions are about refining mechanics and raising your execution speed. We'll build on your first session assessment by introducing game-specific drills, designed to improve performance under pressure and in real-time situations.
Expect a mix of intense skill work, situational breakdowns, and conditioning challenges. We'll also start tracking key performance areas to measure growth. The focus is on efficiency, confidence, and control-the tools needed to dominate at a higher level.
Youth players
Working with kidsWe'll start with a 15-minute assessment to understand your current skills and where you're at in your basketball journey. This is a fun and relaxed way for me to see what you're comfortable with, so we can make sure the drills are just right for you!
I'll check out your ball handling, footwork, and movement, and based on how you do, we'll get started with easy-to-follow drills to help you improve.
Whether you're new to basketball or have been playing for a while, I'll make sure everything feels exciting and challenging in a way that's perfect for you.
I want to make sure you have fun, stay motivated, and learn the skills you need to get better-one step at a time!
Working with teenagersWe'll start with a 15-minute assessment to evaluate your current skill level and understand your goals. This helps me tailor the training to suit where you are now, whether you're looking to improve your shooting, ball handling, conditioning, or overall game.
I'll observe your ball control, agility, and court awareness to determine areas that need focus, then we'll dive right into targeted drills that challenge your abilities. You'll get feedback on how to improve quickly and play smarter, while still keeping things fun and engaging.
We'll work on building confidence, improving technic and pushing you to be a better player each time you st
What you need to bringWater bottle
Basketball shoes
Basketball
What I can bring1. Resistance Bands
Perfect for building strength, speed, and flexibility, especially in the lower body and core. They enhance agility and conditioning during drills.
2. Weight Vest
Used to add extra resistance during drills, boosting endurance, explosiveness, and overall athletic performance great for vertical jump and speed.
3. Basketball
The essential tool for all skills, from shooting and passing to ball-handling and dribbling drills.
4. Cones
Used for setting up agility drills, dribbling courses, and improving footwork. Cones are great for developing quick direction changes and speed control.
5. Training Dummies
These are used for simulating defenders during offensive drills. They help with contact finishing, post moves, and fracticing defensive positioning.
6. Pads
Used in defensive drills to practice blocking, protecting the ball, and absorbing contact. Pads help players work on strengthing their reactions and taking hits while maintaining control.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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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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