Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Dejuan
"The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you.
"The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you.
I offer a personalized approach, tailored specifically to your goals, with a focus on proper form, injury prevention, and consistent motivation to help you achieve your best results, no matter your current level.
Chicago, IL
Available: Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
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Weekly Availability
Monday
Unavailable
Tuesday
4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
1:30 AM - 3:00 AM
Wednesday
Unavailable
Thursday
4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
1:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Friday
4:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Saturday
3:00 PM - 1:30 AM
Sunday
4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Don't see your preferred date/time? This is only general availability - alternative times may be possible.
Get to know Coach Dejuan
About Me:
High School 3 sport athlete Football, Basketball and Track.
State Qualifier for High Jump
Basketball- 2nd in conference free throw %
Played basketball at the college level also ran track (University of Dubuque)
Currently JV Basketball Coach and Varsity Assistant.
Certified Personal Trainer, Group trainer and Fitness Coach
How I can help you improve your game:
To facilitate improvement in all sports, I establish clear short-term and long-term objectives, as understanding our desired direction is crucial. Secondly, I cultivate confidence by identifying and addressing areas of struggle while refining existing strengths. I provide comprehensive explanations for our training methodologies, ensuring transparency regardless of the sport. Furthermore, I emphasize the significance of nutrition in optimizing performance, explaining its importance in elevating training to the next level across all sports.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical training session will commence with static and dynamic stretching to prepare the muscles for our workout. Depending on the day's schedule, we will proceed with warm-up drills, stability mobility, and core training, followed by a more intense workout, and conclude with stretching and a discussion about our workout performance.
Training involves establishing SMART goals. I utilize this methodology because it provides a proven framework for ensuring goals are tailored to the individual athlete. SMART is an acronym representing the following criteria:
S - specific,
M - measurable,
A - achievable,
R - relevant,
T - time-bound.
Following the initial session, I set these goals to inform our future planning and development.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Coached youth leagues (ages 5-7) 4th and 5th grade Currently High School basketball
Best coach I ever had:
The most influential coach I ever had was my assistant coach in high school and my AAU coach. My high school coach instilled in me the importance of mental toughness, emphasizing that talent alone is often insufficient to win games and that grit is essential. My AAU coach, on the other hand, helped me develop the confidence to become a proficient shooter later in my high school career. By combining the philosophies of both coaches, I was able to evolve into the player I became and the coach I am today
What athletes and parents should know about me:
What parents should know about me is that I possess a high level of energy, a keen eye for detail, and motivational skills. I strive to establish a positive rapport with clients and become an integral part of their support system. I am passionate about instilling 'CLAW' qualities, which encompass Commitment, Leadership, Attitude, and work Ethic, and emphasizing that these same qualities cultivated on the court will serve us throughout life. Moreover, I prioritize drilling the importance of the Student-Athlete concept.
Additionally, I aim to emphasize the significance of nutrition, maintaining a balanced diet, and adhering to a consistent sleep schedule to ensure a competitive edge.
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