If your child is looking to improve their basketball skills, camps can be a great option. Camps allow kids to spend the day(s) with quality instructors who will help them develop as players. These camps can be run by many organizations, including local colleges, governments, or corporations. The following is a list of some options for basketball camps in the San Jose area.
Warriors Basketball Academy
This camp is run by the Golden State Warriors NBA team. There are a multitude of options to choose from, so it is easy to find a camp that fits your needs. Some options include overnight camps, multiple locations, and all-girls camps. General camps are for boys and girls aged 7–15 and last 4 or 5 days. The price is roughly $400 for one camp. Warriors players and coaches have also appeared at these camps.
Next Level Athletes Born2Ball
This camp is run locally in San Jose. There are options for 4th–11th grade age groups. It is a 3-day camp held at Willow Glen Middle School. The cost is $250 for one session. All of the coaches at the camp are certified USA Gold coaches. Next Level offers technique and skill development, healthy competition, as well as a quality experience for young basketball players. For the older age group, academic and college prep is also a focus. This is a great option and will be held in mid-July.
Hoopsphere
Hoopsphere is a great option for those seeking a more year-round commitment. They offer a camp-like setting over an extended period for anyone aged 4–17. Summer camps, holiday camps, AAU teams, and skills classes are also offered, so there are great options no matter what you’re looking for. They have their own facility in Fremont, which was recently built with NBA/NCAA level hoops and flooring. Camps generally run for 5 hours and include one-day or multi-day options. The price is $495 for a 5-day camp, which is comparable to most other camps.
Conclusion
Camps are great for developing skills, working with coaches to improve, and engaging in friendly competition. This environment is solid for growing a young basketball player’s game. If you want your child to develop even after a camp, consider private coaching. It is a fantastic way to develop skills one-on-one. We offer many private coaches in the San Jose area at Athletes Untapped. If you want to improve your basketball game, check out these camps and our site, and start playing!
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