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PRO LEVEL SKILLS TRAINING

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PRO LEVEL SKILLS TRAINING ✦

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dean nakos

With many years of experience as a dedicated basketball coach and trainer, I specialise in enhancing players' skills through practical methods that successfully translate into achievements on the court during games. My approach focuses on individualised training programs tailored to each player's strengths and weaknesses. By incorporating drills that emphasise skill development, conditioning, and game situational awareness, I aim to prepare athletes not just physically, but mentally for the challenges of competitive play.

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  • INDIVIDUALS (PRO Only)

    This program is exclusively designed for professional and state-level basketball players. It aims to enhance skills, improve performance, and provide targeted training tailored to the needs of elite athletes. Participants will engage in advanced drills, personalised coaching, and competitive environments to elevate their game to the next level.

  • Small Group Training

    Perfect for players who want to train with friends or teammates, our small group sessions allow for personalized instruction while fostering a competitive environment. With groups capped at five players, each athlete receives dedicated attention while developing teamwork skills and learning to thrive in game-like scenarios.

  • Team Training Sessions (6+ People)

    Designed for school or club teams, these sessions focus on building key skills for success, and implementing effective strategies on both ends of the court. Tailored to meet team goals, these sessions aim to elevate overall team performance and cohesion in real-game situations.

Coach Dean is one of the very best basketball trainers I’ve ever seen.

He’s been working with my young son for over a year and not only has the skill improvement been incredible but my son also has the best time.

He loves Coach Dean and their sessions are the highlight of his week!

Ronnie Frankowski

  • Dean’s technical knowledge of basketball, coupled with his understanding of how best to communicate with athletes has really impacted the skills and confidence of my two young players. We’ve seen significant offensive improvement, going from an average of 6 points in games to 10-12 points each game and recently a career best of 14 points. A huge thanks to you Dean for your professionalism and style.

    Sarah Hurren

  • Our son Teddy has trained with Dean for about a year, and our experience has been excellent. Dean's attention to detail and commitment to seeing improvement in the kids he's working with is outstanding. He's always thoroughly prepared for sessions, and communicates so well with his trainees and parents alike. We would highly recommend Dean to anyone wanting to take their basketball game to the next level.

    Martin Bowen

  • Having had the privilege of working with Dean and seeing how he goes about bringing his knowledge and expertise to the athletes he coaches and trains, I highly recommend anyone looking to further develop their games to do the same. On a personal level, Deans training has empowered my son to continue to develop his knowledge and skills in the game. Dean has proven that his skillset caters to both athletes who seek to embark on the rep basketball pathway as well as to those currently on it who seek to play at the highest level. As such I strongly recommend Dean.

    Michael & Nicholas

  • Coach Dean is one of the very best basketball trainers I’ve ever seen. He’s been working with my young son for over a year and not only has the skill improvement been incredible but my son also has the best time. He loves Coach Dean and their sessions are the highlight of his week!

    Ronnie Frankowski

  • Dean managed to add a completely new weapon to my son’s repertoire within just a few training sessions. My son is now driving through defenses like a knife through butter. Thank you for your dedication and focus!

    Anonymous Parent

  • Dean is a dedicated basketball coach who focuses on helping players improve both their skills and understanding of the game. He took the time to assess my son’s current abilities and worked with him to not only build his knowledge but also boost his confidence. Dean’s patience, support, and ability to explain the importance of each skill and how and when it applies in a game was a key contributor to my son’s development. Dean’s group sessions are both challenging and enjoyable and he has a natural ability to build rapport which make his sessions fun!

    Adrian

  • Dean brings an incredible blend of patience, commitment, and deep knowledge of the game to every session. His coaching style and education-focused approach make learning new skills both accessible and enjoyable. We’ve seen remarkable improvement in our son’s confidence and technique - he is now getting more and more game time.

    Steve

IT ALL BEGINS WITH A GOAL

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IT ALL BEGINS WITH A GOAL ✦

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