Approximately Grades K, 1. Must be at least 5 years old.

In this level, the basketball hoops will be lowered to 8 feet and players will use a smaller basketball to allow players to learn and maintain proper shooting form while building confidence at an early age. This level is geared toward our youngest players with little to no experience. We will introduce the basic lines on the court as well as simple basketball rules such as traveling, double dribble, and fouls in an age-appropriate way. The curriculum will focus on ball handling (learning to get comfortable with the ball), passing and catching techniques, jump stops and pivots, and basic defensive stance. They will also work on the footwork needed for a dominant-hand lay-up. Most importantly, players will begin developing proper shooting mechanics to build strong habits from the start. Games such as dribble limbo and shooting relays will be played to keep the class fun and engaging as we gradually build toward playing in a real game situation during the final week.

[This class was previously named Level 1: Just Starting but changed to align with Shoot360 nationwide offerings.]

Approximately Grades 1, 2, 3

The basketball hoops will be lowered to 9 feet for this level to allow for players to learn and maintain proper shooting form. This level is geared towards younger players with limited experience. We will introduce the basic lines on the court as well as basic basketball rules such as traveling, double dribble, and fouls. The curriculum will focus on ball handling (learning to get comfortable with the ball), passing and catching techniques, jump stops and pivots, and basic defensive stance. They’ll work on the footwork needed for a dominant-hand lay-up. Most importantly, players will develop proper shooting form to set them up with good habits from a young age. Games such as dribble tag or basketball relays will be played to make the class fun while we build towards playing in a real game situation. Participants will have game play experience during the final week of the session.

[This class was previously named Level 2: Hoops for Fun but changed to align with Shoot360 nationwide offerings.]

Geared towards players in Grades 4-6 with limited game experience in addition to younger players that have advanced through our program and have been identified by coaches as a player ready to play on a 10-foot hoop.  This session is designed to help players solidify proper shooting mechanics.  In addition, they will continue work on both a dominant and weak hand layup.  When we do the layup maze, we encourage them to shoot with the right hand on the right side of the basket and the left hand on the left side of the basket. The curriculum will focus on stationary dribbling skills, change of direction and combination dribble moves, strong and weak handed one-foot lay-ups, passing on the move, zig-zag defensive slides and spot up shooting.

Athletes in the Ankle Breaker classes will work towards becoming a master at manipulating the ball and their defender.  In this class series, they'll develop moves to become shifty and hard to stay in front of. 

NOTE: Athletes registering for our Pathway sessions should have multiple years of competitive or travel basketball experience and must have progressed beyond the prerequisites of our Level 3 Basketball Basics class. Prior to entry, players are expected to demonstrate proper shooting form, strong and weak hand lay-up footwork, game-speed comfort with strong and weak hand ball handling, the ability to dribble under defensive pressure, and a clear understanding of game play concepts and basic strategy. This level is designed for advanced players ready for high-level instruction and competition.

Athletes in the craftsman clinic want to win and will work towards becoming the most skilled.

NOTE: Athletes registering for our Pathway sessions should have multiple years of competitive or travel basketball experience and must have progressed beyond the prerequisites of our Level 3 Basketball Basics class. Prior to entry, players are expected to demonstrate proper shooting form, strong and weak hand lay-up footwork, game-speed comfort with strong and weak hand ball handling, the ability to dribble under defensive pressure, and a clear understanding of game play concepts and basic strategy. This level is designed for advanced players ready for high-level instruction and competition.

Athletes in the Fundamentalist classes want to develop a strong foundation and are committed to the process. This series is for players that don't take shortcuts to get where they want to be and want to be depended upon every time they step on the floor. 

NOTE: Athletes registering for our Pathway sessions should have multiple years of competitive or travel basketball experience and must have progressed beyond the prerequisites of our Level 3 Basketball Basics class. Prior to entry, players are expected to demonstrate proper shooting form, strong and weak hand lay-up footwork, game-speed comfort with strong and weak hand ball handling, the ability to dribble under defensive pressure, and a clear understanding of game play concepts and basic strategy. This level is designed for advanced players ready for high-level instruction and competition.

Athletes in the Playmaker classes will work to become an adept all-around player with the ability to pass, score and handle the ball. This series is designed for the player with the desire to do whatever is needed to win. 

NOTE: Athletes registering for our Pathway sessions should have multiple years of competitive or travel basketball experience and must have progressed beyond the prerequisites of our Level 3 Basketball Basics class. Prior to entry, players are expected to demonstrate proper shooting form, strong and weak hand lay-up footwork, game-speed comfort with strong and weak hand ball handling, the ability to dribble under defensive pressure, and a clear understanding of game play concepts and basic strategy. This level is designed for advanced players ready for high-level instruction and competition.

These classes will work on scoring in a variety of situations. Athletes in this class should want to develop moves to become a complete scorer to be able to get a bucket from anywhere on the floor in a variety of ways. 

NOTE: Athletes registering for our Pathway sessions should have multiple years of competitive or travel basketball experience and must have progressed beyond the prerequisites of our Level 3 Basketball Basics class. Prior to entry, players are expected to demonstrate proper shooting form, strong and weak hand lay-up footwork, game-speed comfort with strong and weak hand ball handling, the ability to dribble under defensive pressure, and a clear understanding of game play concepts and basic strategy. This level is designed for advanced players ready for high-level instruction and competition.

Athletes in these classes will work to become an expert in any catch-and-shoot scenario. This class is designed for the player that wants to develop the ability to shoot the ball at a high level to allow them to space the floor well for their team. 

NOTE: Athletes registering for our Pathway sessions should have multiple years of competitive or travel basketball experience and must have progressed beyond the prerequisites of our Level 3 Basketball Basics class. Prior to entry, players are expected to demonstrate proper shooting form, strong and weak hand lay-up footwork, game-speed comfort with strong and weak hand ball handling, the ability to dribble under defensive pressure, and a clear understanding of game play concepts and basic strategy. This level is designed for advanced players ready for high-level instruction and competition.

This high-energy 3v3 skills session blends teaching and competition to help players grow their basketball IQ and confidence. Each 1-hour weekly session focuses on essential 3v3 team concepts like spacing, pick-and-roll, give-and-go, help defense, and off-ball movement.  That instruction is then followed by live competitive 3v3 gameplay where athletes immediately apply what they’ve learned.

Designed specifically for Grades 5–6, this monthly program builds decision-making, teamwork, and game instincts in an environment that mirrors real game action.