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Former collegiate basketball student athlete and experienced youth coach with a strong foundation in player development, team culture, and competitive success. Proven ability to design structured, high-intensity practices that emphasize fundamentals, basketball IQ, and situational awareness while fostering discipline, accountability, and sportsmanship. Known for building positive, organized team environments and mentoring student-athletes on leadership, work ethic, and mental toughness to support both on-court performance and personal growth . PLAYING EXPERIENCE El Toro High School β Menβs Basketball 2002-2006 β’ Two-year Varsity starter playing for Head Coach Todd Dixon β’ Varsity Captain, 1st Team All South Coast League, 2nd Team All CIF β’ All-Time Best Defensive Team - Fewest average points allowed, lowest field goal percentage allowed, highest rebound average, most blocks β’ 2003-2005 South Coast League Champions β’ 2005 CIF Division 1A Championship finalist β’ 2006 CIF Division 1A Quarterfinalist Chico State (Div. II) β Menβs Basketball 2006-2007 β’ College Freshman (redshirt) season with Head Coach Puck Smith Saddleback College (JUCO) β Menβs Basketball 2007-2008 β’ College Sophomore season with Head Coach Bill Brummel ACCOMPLISHMENTS and RECOGNITION β’ 2003 Plyo City Roundball Extravaganza β Elite All Stars β Participant β’ 2004 Plyo City Roundball Extravaganza β Elite All Stars - Most Valuable Player β’ 2005 Plyo City Roundball Extravaganza β Elite All Stars - Most Valuable Player β’ 2006 Orange County All Stars β South Coast League VS Sunset League - Participant
"High-level training with a coach whoβs been there. You can tell heβs played at a high level. The drills are realistic, challenging, and game-ready. Every workout has purpose, and you leave feeling prepared, not just tired. Highly recommend for serious players.


Driven by a passion for basketball cultivated over 13 years, I empower athletes to elevate their game. Iβm a former division 1 basketball player that wants to impact the youth on how to approach the game. Combining technical expertise with a supportive approach, I foster a fun yet focused learning environment where players thrive. Let's unlock your potential on the court together!


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Private basketball lessons in Lake Forest average $85 for a week of lessons, with 22 vetted coaches available. Every session is private β 1-on-1 by default, or with your invited group β tailored to your level and goals, at a location and time that work for you.
Basketball lessons in Lake Forest happen at 4 locations across the city, from Clava Sports Facility to lesser-known neighborhood spots. Bookings open up across weekdays, evenings, and weekend mornings β and if you have a preferred location, your coach meets you there.
Private basketball lessons in Lake Forest average $85 for a week of lessons. Booking a lesson package brings the per-lesson rate down, and one-off single lessons are also available β what you pay depends on your coach's experience and the session length you choose.
Yes β kids and youth basketball lessons are available in Lake Forest, with junior students typically starting as young as 5. We match families with coaches who have experience working with young students. The same weekly rate applies whether the student is 6 or 60, and parents can sit in on lessons.
Coach Ali
basketball coach
- Warm up/ Dynamic Stretches - Stationary Ball handling drills - Full court dribbling drills - off hand dribbling - double move crossovers - dribble combos to finishes and jumpshots -pro hops, euro steps, pinoy steps, spin moves - floaters/pull up jump shots - off hand layups - contested layups - reverse layups - form shooting - free throws - mid range shooting - 3 point jump shots - ones
Coach Ali
basketball coach
- Warm up/ Dynamic Stretches - Stationary Ball handling drills - Full court dribbling drills - off hand dribbling - double move crossovers - dribble combos to finishes and jumpshots -pro hops, euro steps, pinoy steps, spin moves - floaters/pull up jump shots - off hand layups - contested layups - reverse layups - form shooting - free throws - mid range shooting - 3 point jump shots - ones
Coach Ali
basketball coach
Basketball, Water/Sports Drink Positive attitude ready to learn!
Coach Ali
basketball coach
With kids I make sure to go over the basics and help create a fun workout working on fundamentals and skills. I incorporate drills that will make them want to keep learning while enjoying the game.
basketball coach with the most lessons taught in Lake Forest
Coach Ali has taught
16 lessons
The location with the most coaches teaching basketball lessons at
Clava Sports Facility
Average coach player rating
5.0
7 total ratings
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Average length of time coaches in Lake Forest have been teaching for
22.18 years on average
How many coaches teach basketball in Lake Forest
22 coaches
Average cost of a basketball lesson in Lake Forest
$85 for weekly lessons