Youth & Intro Hoops
First dribble, first pass, first real game — taught in an order that makes sense, on baskets they can reach.
What Your Child
Walks Out With
We have been teaching Rochester kids their first dribble for nearly twenty years. Kindergarten through second grade train on lowered baskets, one thing at a time, then they use it in a game.
Thirty seconds of dribbling with either hand without picking it up
Three passes — bounce, chest, overhead — and knowing which one the moment wants
A shot built right the first time: balance, eyes, elbow, follow-through
The words. Foul line, baseline, sideline, half court — no child lost because of vocabulary
Real games from week one in our Sunday league: two games, new teammates, a jersey they keep
Register
Online
Everything below is live from our schedule — dates, prices and open spots. Registering here enrolls your player in the full multi-week program.
Just want to try one night? Book a single-session drop-in instead — same trainers, no commitment.
Try A
Drop-In First
Not ready to enroll for the block? Every K–2 class also sells single sessions — pick a night below.
Questions
Parents Ask
Not answered here? Email dschaffer@hoopsstrength.com or send us a note.
Which class first?
Intro to Hoops if they have never played organized basketball. Fundamentals & Fun once the basics are there. Rookie Skills & Game Thrills is where they actually play.
My child is in second grade and brand new — is this still right?
Yes. Let us know and we will place them well.
Not Sure
Which One?
Browse every program by grade, or drop into a class first — the same trainers, one session, no commitment.