Basketball 🏀 lessons with
Michael Kirkpatrick
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Pay $0 today$35.43per lesson after trial
Basketball 🏀 lessons with
Michael Kirkpatrick
Get a free trial lesson
Get a free trial lesson
Pay $0 today$35.43per lesson after trial✨Michael 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.
✨Michael 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
With over a decade dedicated to basketball, I refine players' skills while fostering their love for the game. My tailored approach maximizes potential on and off the court. I am passionate about developing well rounded players and have been teaching for 12 years.
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Teaches: Kids
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Levels: Beginners
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Lives in: Charlotte, North Carolina
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Years Playing: 12 years
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Beginner training plan
Your first lessonTeach: finger pads, waist-low, off-hand protects, eyes up.
Do: stationary pounds (right/left), then walking dribbles.
Cue: “Push the ball to the floor—don’t slap it.”
Lesson 11+Teach footwork: right-hand layup = left-right-up, left-hand = right-left-up.
Start close, slow, and build to game speed.
Cue: “Big step, big step, gentle finish.”
Lesson 4-10Teach: knees bent, feet shoulder-width, eyes up, ball protected.
Triple threat = shoot / pass / dribble from the same position.
Quick cue: “Chin up, ball tight, ready to go.”
Lesson 2-3Teach: jump stop → pick a pivot foot → pivot without traveling.
Do it without defense first, then add light pressure.
Simple rule: “One foot is the nail—turn around it.”
What you need to bringBasketball workout stuff
What I can bringBasketball cones and stretched bands I provide water and Gatorade
Frequently asked questions
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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!