Introduction to Basketball Fundamentals

Service Description

● Warm-Up (15 minutes): ○ Begin with light jogging, dynamic stretching, and basic calisthenics to prepare the students for physical activity. ○ Introductions ● Introduction to Basketball (15 minutes): ○ Explain the basic rules, objectives, and positions in basketball. ○ Familiarize students with the court, hoop, and the names of positions (point guard, shooting guard, small forward, power forward, and center). ● Dribbling Fundamentals (20 minutes): ○ Teach proper dribbling technique using the "Stationary Dribbling Drill": ○ Use fingertips, not palms. ○ Keep the ball low to the ground. ○ Dribble with both hands. ○ Have students practice dribbling around cones. ○ Double Dribble ○ Crossover ● Passing Basics (20 minutes): ○ Introduce chest passes, bounce passes, and overhead passes with the "Passing Progression Drill." ○ Emphasize the importance of accuracy and proper body positioning. ○ Allow students to practice passing with partners. ○ Pivoting and Pass Fake ● Shooting Basics (15 minutes): ○ Teach the very basics of shooting with the "Form Shooting Drill": ○ Shooting stance, balance, and hand placement. ○ Aim for the hoop, not the backboard. ○ Allow students to practice close-range shots. ○ Layups - Two steps ● Game Situation Awareness (15 minutes): ○ Explain basic game concepts, such as spacing, team offense, and defense. ● Cool Down (10 minutes): ○ Finish with light stretching and deep breathing exercises.