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Basketball Training Performance

*Serving the following cities in the York Region: Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, and Whitchurch‑Stouffville (Ontario, Canada). 



YOUR TIME HAS COME. YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT PLACE.

 Dragons Basketball Academy helps young athletes at every level unlock their full potential. Whether their goal is to build strong fundamentals, sharpen skills to make the team, increase playing time, or gain international experience, the Academy offers training programs tailored to each stage of development and supports committed athletes in reaching their goals. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at gameon@coachrivas.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

  

 Youth athletes ages 9–18, from beginners to elite rep players who are looking to unlock their full potential. My coaching adapts to each athlete’s level, personality, and goals.

If you’re looking to level up your game, you’re in the right place. 


 Playing rep already means the athlete is gaining game experience and learning within a team structure. What our small‑group sessions offer is completely different: they focus on the individual development an athlete doesn’t receive in a team environment. While rep‑team practices are built around systems, plays, and preparing for games, our programs are built around the athlete — footwork, ball‑handling, shooting mechanics, decision‑making — allowing us to break bad habits and develop the right ones, which ultimately separates average players from ELITE ones.


A small‑group environment allows us to correct details, teach advanced concepts, and deliver high‑repetition skill work that simply cannot happen in a full team practice. While a rep coach must focus on the performance of the entire team, our sessions and coaching are 100% focused on the athlete’s individual growth and development, helping them elevate their personal game.


If you’re already playing rep, this is exactly the type of training that will help you stand out, earn more minutes, and reach your goals.


 I serve the following cities in the York Region of Ontario, Canada: Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, and Whitchurch‑Stouffville. Sessions can be held at athlete's private facilities, rented gymnasiums, or public outdoor courts. 


You will only need your basketball, proper basketball attire, water bottle, and a healthy protein snack to enjoy at the end of each session. 


*I will bring and use any additional adequate equipment to run the sessions tailored to your needs. 


 Most athletes show noticeable improvement within 4–6 sessions, especially in confidence, mechanics, and decision‑making. Growth and development, however, depend on the level of commitment, hard work and consistency of each ahtlete. 


Athletes' progress is constantly tracked and measured so we always know what we’re working on and why. I provide feedback throughout the whole process.


 Sessions follow a structured flow: warm‑up activation, footwork and athletic drills, skill development, decision‑making drills, game‑specific scenarios, and we close with stretching and a short performance recap. The pace is intense, the coaching is detailed, and each session is specifically tailored to the athlete’s developmental stage and particular goals. Every minute on the court has a purpose.  


 Before training begins, athletes are asked to share input about their skill level, competitive experience, specific goals and challenges, and—if available—stats and "in‑action footage". 


This information helps me assess and identify strengths and areas for improvement. We then review and align on goals and expectations in our first session, taking into consideration the number of sessions being booked. From there, I design a program specifically tailored to each athlete’s needs and properly aligned with their stage of development. 


  Yes. Multi‑session packages offer the best value, and returning or referred athletes receive discounted rates. Athletes booking 6 or more sessions will also receive a FREE personalized “Dragons” Under Armour Tech T‑Shirt.


  Although I am actively working to expand my payment options, at this time I accept e‑transfer or cash payments. 


 My coaching philosophy — The Way of the Dragon — is built on a holistic and stoic approach to the game, considering technical skills, tactics, athleticism, mentality, emotional intelligence, and game IQ. At the same time, I focus on identifying and developing the specific skills each athlete needs to grow and reach their full potential. I go beyond teaching technical skills or running repetitive drills. My goal is for athletes to develop a complete understanding of the game and build the right mindset so they can become the best version of themselves — on and off the court. 


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