Basketball lessons with
Dawson Phok
From$56.70 per lesson
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Basketball lessons with
Dawson Phok
From$56.70 per lesson
•99
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0•6 reviews
99
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0•6 reviews
About your basketball coach
My name is Dawson Phok. I am a Greensboro native and have been playing/studying the game of basketball for 15+ Years. I have experience working with and developing children into focused athletes through my work at the YMCA. I place emphasis on mindset, discipline, and detail in movement. I will make your child better on and off the court and teach the importance of consistency and longevity.
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Greensboro, North Carolina
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Years Playing: 15 years
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Given: 8 lessons
Dawson's availability
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Near Greensboro, North Carolina
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Accomplishments
➕Community Youth Leader
Reputation
99
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
Reliability
Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.
Average rating
5.0
6 ratings•6 reviews
David R.
When our daughter began, she was still learning the basics. Now she’s moving better, shooting with real form, and has way more confidence in games. The first skills assessment gave us a clear picture of what she needed, and we’ve watched her improve every week since. It’s been a big difference.
Cade
Training with Coach Dawson pushed me a lot. We do real game situations, not just drills. I’ve gotten better at making plays when I’m tired and when the defense is tough. I feel more ready for games and more confident leading my team.
Luca Santana
We were looking for a program that would build our son’s confidence, not just his basketball skills. From the very first lesson, his coach took the time to get to know him and make the game fun. In just a few weeks, he’s more coordinated, more confident, and genuinely excited to practice. As parents, we feel completely included in his development.
Jordan
Coach Dawson made my son feel welcome right away. After a few lessons, he is already more confident and excited to practice. Many of the training exercises are engaging and sport based.
Marcus
My son just started and already loves it. He’s usually shy, but Coach Dawson made him comfortable right away. After just a couple lessons he’s dribbling without staring at the ball and actually wants to practice at home. I can already see his confidence growing.
Ethan
I finished my first lesson and it was really fun. Coach Dawson showed me some new dribbling drills I hadn’t tried before and helped me with my layups. I already feel like I know a better way to warm up and stretch before games.
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIntroduction with parent, ensure we have the same goals for your child. I will then get to know how your child prefers to learn. Identify areas they excel and areas they need work in. Conditioning. Teaching the approach to the game of Basketball (Stretch, Warm Up, Shooting, Dribbling, IQ).
Lesson 11+Varies per student
Lesson 4-10Introduction to Calisthenics and Basketball Movement, Fascial Work. Teaching your child how to move from a young age will allow them to develop into strong, poised athletes further preventing injury.
Lesson 2-3Build on Lesson 1. More time to work on the game and build trust further with you and your child. Establish a vision. Fundamentals & Consistency are vital. Build areas that need work up to create a solid foundation to build skills on.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonEach session begins with a personalized skills assessment, identifying individual strengths and areas for improvement. From there, the lesson transitions into advanced fundamentals: ball handling (two-ball drills, change-of-pace moves), spot shooting with proper form, and finishing equally well with both hands. Conditioning is layered in with dynamic agility drills—like ladder work, sprint intervals, and bodyweight circuits—to build athleticism. Coaches also weave in season goal-setting and communication drills to begin fostering leadership.
Lesson 11+varies per student
Lesson 4-10The ongoing training phase emphasizes mastery under pressure. Athletes engage in dynamic, decision-heavy drills that simulate game conditions, challenging them to read defenses and react quickly. Strength and endurance are built through structured calisthenics, continued agility, and sprint sessions, complemented by mobility and recovery practices (stretching, fascial work) to support long-term athleticism. Visualization and goal reflection become central in mental preparation.
Lesson 2-3These sessions deepen development by integrating more complex game situations. Players practice live passing (one-hand, skip, on-the-move), varied finishing techniques like floaters and reverse layups, and progressing to off-the-dribble shooting and free throw routines. Small-sided games (e.g., 2v2, 3v3) reinforce spacing, cutting, and defensive positioning in real time. Conditioning advances through core and sprint mechanics work, while players assume leadership roles—calling out coverages and supporting teammates.
Youth players
Working with kidsIntroduction with parent, ensure we have the same goals for your child. I will then get to know how your child prefers to learn. Identify areas they excel and areas they need work in. Conditioning. Teaching the approach to the game of Basketball (Stretch, Warm Up, Shooting, Dribbling, IQ).
What you need to bringBasketball, Shoes, and a Positive Attitude
What I can bringJump Rope, Cones, Stretch Bands, Expertise, Preparation
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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