Fundamentals First Basketball Classes | The Woodlands Youth Skills Training

Fundamentals First Basketball Classes – The Woodlands, TX

Looking for the best place to start your child's basketball journey? Coach Deon's Fundamentals First Classes are designed specifically for beginners and developing players ages 6–14. We teach the game the right way — with structure, confidence, and detail — in a safe, positive, high-energy setting.

Why Families Love Fundamentals First

✅ Low player-to-coach ratios
✅ Step-by-step instruction
✅ Builds foundational skills
✅ Designed for development
✅ Encouraging environment

September Fundamentals First Class

The best entry point for beginners and developing players in The Woodlands. Secure your spot for September, or start now with an August single-session drop-in.

Ball Handling & Footwork Foundations

Who it’s for: beginners and developing players who need confident ball control, balance, and clean footwork under light pressure.

Dates: Mondays – September 8, 15, 22, 29
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM
Location: The Woodlands Methodist School, 1915 Lakefront Circle, The Woodlands, TX 77380 – View on Google Maps
Format: 4-week progression with individual corrections
Bring: water, athletic shoes, and a basketball

Curriculum Outline

Week 1 (Sept 8): Stationary control, stance, jump stops
Week 2 (Sept 15): Pivots and body balance (front, reverse, inside foot discipline)
Week 3 (Sept 22): Change-of-direction dribbling with cones and footwork
Week 4 (Sept 29): Light pressure handling, decision footwork, and simple reads

Want to start now? Single-Session August Drop-Ins

August classes are underway and conclude August 31. You can still register for a single session in any August class below. During scheduling, select the Single Session (August) option and choose a remaining date.

Finishing – August

Layups, simple footwork near the rim, and finishing confidence in controlled game-like reps.

Single Session – Finishing (August)

Shot Builder – August

Balance, form, release, and follow-through with high-quality reps to build repeatable mechanics.

Single Session – Shot Builder (August)

Dribbling – August

Stationary control, cone handling, footwork, and open-court rhythm to boost coordination.

Single Session – Dribbling (August)

Time (August): 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM
Ages: 6 & up (beginners and developing players)
Location: The Woodlands Methodist School – 1915 Lakefront Circle, The Woodlands, TX

Need a basketball? Order one here so players can practice at home between sessions.

Pick Up & Hoop Class

Dates: October 6, 13, 20 & 27

Time: 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Led By: Coach Deon & Staff

The Fundamentals First – Pick Up & Hoop Class is the perfect introduction to basketball for young players ages 6 and up. This class gives kids the chance to play in a structured, fun, and encouraging environment while learning the right way from the start.

Instead of simply running up and down the floor, players learn to understand the rules, make smart choices, and build confidence each time they step on the court. From dribbling without traveling to passing to the right teammate, our aim is to develop the basketball IQ needed to enjoy the game and succeed in real competition.

In every session, players will:

Build court awareness to see the floor and make better decisions.
Learn the value of teamwork and playing unselfishly.
Gain confidence to score against defenders in live play.
Develop a positive attitude, whether shots go in or not.
Show good sportsmanship and respect for teammates and opponents.

This program is not just about wins and losses—it’s about effort, growth, and learning to compete the right way. We teach our players that:

“I will compete with my best effort. Win or lose, I am still a champion.”

For parents in The Woodlands looking for a basketball class for beginners and developing players, this program creates a safe space for kids to learn fundamentals, make friends, and discover the joy of the game.

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