Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Clay
I'm an expert in movement and movement analysis. From my earliest experience I've been moving and studying this creative human act and this individually unique form of expression - this work of art. Very early years practicing parkour, yoga, jujitsu and break dancing before I even knew what they were, to studying and becoming an advanced practitioner of nearly every sport - my knowledge is vast and appetite to learn and teach, to pass on my knowledge and make the next generation better insatiable. Have full faith and confidence I will improve and inspire your child and help them make the most of their gifts. I take the creative act of movement very seriously, and yet safety and enjoyment come first - this is the foundation from which expert level movement evolves and grows into something special that will esteem your child and teach them to esteem themselves. Courage is the sustenance of faith, and we'll build that courage through practice.
Dayton, OH
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Get to know Coach Clay
About Me:
Soccer
Basketball
Baseball
Tennis
Rock Climbing
Skiing, Snowboarding
How I can help you improve your game:
Tell me what you need.
I will tap into and draw out any student's potential.
The most important word and practice to me is understanding.
First, I will effort understanding and from there help them improve their game.
Every child / player is unique.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Establish Understanding.
Establish today's receptivity levels.
Warm up and get to it - safety, fun and work (the art of movement and preparation).
Career summary and accomplishments:
Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, Rock Climbing, Calisthenics, Track and Field, Baseball, Football, strength and conditioning. Currently teach skiing, snowboarding, and equine disciplines. Just ask.
Best coach I ever had:
Larry Pacifico helped take my strength to the next level and he was a great man.
RIP Larry.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Building trust is the foundation of all relationships, building trust and understanding with your child is the very first thing I will do. Everything will be built from this foundation.
I possess a gift with children and it's undeniable, and I'm inestimably grateful. Taking care of and coaching children brings me joy and fulfillment. When you trust me with your child, I consider this a gift and I'm grateful for it, thank you.
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