Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Connor in Orlando, FL
Coach Connor’s love for coaching shines through the moment he steps on the court. Parents immediately recognize how much he cares, not just about developing skills, but about the athlete’s overall experience. Inspired by coaches who were role models in his own life, Connor got into coaching to give back that same experience, characterized by support, encouragement, and guidance.
With over 11 years of competitive basketball experience, including two years on his high school varsity team, Coach Connor understands what it takes to grow in the game. He’s also a former collegiate track and field athlete and school record holder in the decathlon, showing his deep commitment to multi-sport athleticism.
He flawlessly applies his athletic experience to coaching a basketball team at the 11–12-year-old age group. Now venturing into private coaching, he’s seen great success in his first year in part because his mission is to help athletes learn how to coach themselves. Connor recognizes that he can only help an athlete so much in lessons and that he must equip athletes with the tools to improve when practicing on their own, during team practice, and while competing in games.
Every session starts with an assessment and conversation that identifies not just strengths and weaknesses but also the athlete’s goals. From there, he builds training plans that are personalized, engaging, and most importantly, fun. For Coach Connor, improvement and joy go hand in hand. That’s why his topmost priority is that athletes have fun in every lesson.
At the end of the day, Coach Connor wants to instill the same life-changing confidence his own mentors gave him. His goal isn’t just better ball handling or sharper shooting. It’s to build athletes who believe in themselves long after the session ends.
Coaching location: Lakeland, FL
Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Keyla in Orlando, FL
Coach Keyla brings a high-level playing background and a deep passion for teaching to every session. A former point guard for Division Two powerhouse Belmont Abbey College, she helped lead her team to the Final Four of the NCAA tournament. As a point guard with the uber important role of controlling the game, Keyla mastered the art of controlling the tempo, scoring, and running plays, insight which she now shares with the next generation of hoopers.
Keyla’s lessons blend grueling but necessary basketball fundamentals with more flashy work, like getting to the basket or moves to get space to shoot. Her sessions are always structured, challenging, and fun. She tailors each workout to the athlete’s strengths and weaknesses, and emphasizes game-speed reps to prepare them for real competition.
With years of experience coaching at basketball camps, from her youth days through college, Keyla is no stranger to teaching the game to younger athletes. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to connect with young athletes. This allows her to foster a positive learning environment where confidence grows along with skill.
Her love for basketball shines through in every session. Keyla’s greater mission is clear: to share the knowledge she’s gained and help young players believe in their potential. She strives to mirror her college coach, who empowered her to persevere amid adversity.
Keyla’s not just helping athletes get better; she’s also bringing smiles to the faces of the youth across her community. She prepares her athletes for the brightest lights, empowering athletes to know that when the moment comes, they will be ready!
Coaching location: Kissimmee, FL
Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Jordan in Orlando, FL
Coach Jordan brings passion, skill, and years of competitive experience to every session. A standout player at Ridgeview High School, he was the school’s all-time leader in rebounds and blocks. Naturally, his jaw-dropping stat lines were enough to catch the attention of Santa Fe College, where he eclipsed 2nd Team All-Conference honors.
Jordan’s coaching philosophy centers around giving athletes personalized sessions with exact instruction that can’t be found at the team level. To help athletes improve at the fastest rate possible, sessions are uniquely tailored to challenge athletes in a rewarding and constructive way.
He designs drills to target both strengths and weaknesses, developing well-rounded players with no major flaws in their game. Whether it’s ball handling, shooting, defense, or court IQ, Coach Jordan builds complete athletes through hard work and intentional skill development.
With countless coaching appointments, Jordan must know just about everyone in the Orlando basketball community by now! Some of his stops have been at the Levy Hughes Community Center and various elementary schools across Orlando, including Doctor Phillips, West Pointe, Vista Pointe, and Independence.
With hundreds of hours of coaching, one of Jordan’s greatest attributes is his ability to connect with players of all ages and skill levels. He prides himself on creating a learning environment that blends structure with motivation, all while celebrating each athlete’s milestones along the way.
At the heart of Coach Jordan’s training is a relentless desire to help players reach their full potential. Whether your goal is to make the team, earn a starting spot, or prepare for college basketball, Jordan brings the dedication and expertise to help you get there.
Coaching location: Orlando, FL
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Athletes Untapped is home to some of the best private basketball coaches in the Orlando, FL area. Message a coach today and schedule lessons that are fun and performance-enhancing!
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FAQs
What should I look for in a private sports coach for my child?
The best private coaches see coaching as something they get to do, not something they have to do! In addition to this passion, coaches with experience at both the team and individual levels tend to have the best perspective of what it takes to be successful on the court.
How do I find the best private basketball coach in Orlando, FL?
Athletes Untapped is a great place to find a private basketball coach! Our coaches are some of the most qualified around, thanks to their extensive playing and coaching experience.
How much does private basketball coaching cost in Orlando, FL?
It varies since our Orlando, FL, coaches set their own costs for lessons. To give a loose idea, the coaches in this article charge just over $55 per lesson on average.
