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Darion Lewis, Atlanta, GA Basketball Coach

Darion Lewis

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Basketball

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71 reviews

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I teach effective guard skills that any position or skill level can benefit from. I also help with both college and professional relationships. View all coaching experience

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Training Locations
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  1. BRXND SPORTSPLEX, 100 Loyola Dr SW, Atlanta, GA

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Packages

Quick Package
In-Person Training for a single athlete

Half sessions offered for refreshing and staying sharp.

Session Length: 30 minutes

$35 1 session + applicable fees

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Light Package
In-Person Training for a single athlete

1 session package with Coach Darion. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$65 1 session + applicable fees

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Elite Package
In-Person Training for a single athlete

10 session package with Coach Dee. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$450 10 sessions ($45/ea) + applicable fees

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Pro Style Workout
In-Person Training for a single athlete

Simulated professional style reps

Session Length: 90 minutes

$95 1 session + applicable fees

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Standard Package
Recommended
In-Person Training for a single athlete

3 session package with Coach Darion. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$165 3 sessions ($55/ea) + applicable fees

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Pro Package
In-Person Training for a single athlete

5 session package with Coach Dee. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$250 5 sessions ($50/ea) + applicable fees

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Group Package (Lrg)
In-Person Training for up to 13 athletes

Group of 10 - 13 players

Session Length: 1 hour

$350 1 session + applicable fees

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Group Package (Sm)
In-Person Training for up to 3 athletes

Group of 2 -3 players

Session Length: 1 hour

$70 1 session + applicable fees

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Video Record Training
In-Person Training for a single athlete

We can record your 1 hour training session (Ideal for sending to coaches, scouts,etc.)

Session Length: 1 hour

$125 1 session + applicable fees

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Online training
Online Training for a single athlete

Online training package for virtual skills assistance

Session Length: 1 hour

$45 1 session + applicable fees

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  • California State University--East Bay (CA)

  • 14 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Guard

  • Pick and Roll, Shooting, Rebounding, Reading the Floor, Passing, Moving Without the Ball, Footwork, Defense, Ball Handling, Attacking the Rim, Agility

Credentials

  • California State University--East Bay (CA)

  • 14 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Guard

  • Pick and Roll, Shooting, Rebounding, Reading the Floor, Passing, Moving Without the Ball, Footwork, Defense, Ball Handling, Attacking the Rim, Agility

More About Coach Darion

I have been an AAU coach with the Atlanta Playmakers Elite for the past since 2010; I’ve been training athletes at the high school level through professionals since 2011. I am currently a professional basketball scout for Team NBL-US. I train both privately one on one and group sessions.

I have played both collegiate (Cal State Hayward) and semi-pro level (IBL). My semi-pro days included a 2 year span with the San Diego Stingrays (IBL). Also, a successful stint in Australia with the Brisbane Grizzlies as well as in the Philippines.

No matter what size player I am working with I emphasize on guard skills, mobility, and core strength. We will start off directly in front of the rim and shoot with both our strength and off hands to develop a nice arc. We will step back about 4 feet and repeat our process; eventually ending just in front of the free throw. We will then move to either side of the power box and shoot bank shots with either hand. My philosophy is that everything evolves around muscle memory. I will then illustrate an effective 3 dribble pull up mid-range jumper; emphasizing the power dribble before release. We will then move on to the power dribble step back jumper; from there we will work on some penetrating moves starting off with tear-drop floaters approximately releasing from 3 ft out. Next, I illustrate an effective euro-step and finally a spin lay up and jump shot. Once this stage of the workout is complete and their mechanics have been structured. Then, we move out to shooting beyond the arc. I start off with both corners having the athlete run from side to side and catch and shoot. This is done in 2 minute increments. Then, we have them shoot from 5 primary shots around the arc watching for the fundamentals; if the feet are squared up, arm extension, wrist rotation. Next, we implement some dribbling drills such as having the athlete dribble at 3 speeds. Starting with walking the ball up the floor into a light jog then approaching their attack spot and going into a speed dribble and attacking the rim. I do not tend to mix heavy core training on the same day, but we do some light exercises with a resistance ball.

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Client Reviews

Excellent. Could see within the first 10 minutes IMPROVEMENT just by him giving some very basic adjustments but very SKILLED assessment of needs. We are continuing our private lessons with him as we’ve seen the promise of more progress in 1 session than a YEAR at EHB.

Coach Darion's attention to detail was both refreshing and impressive. He'd already looked through my daughter's IG page and identified what she needed and delivered an amazing training session. We'll definitely be back for more!

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Lailah always learn a lot while working with Coach D. And this session, focused more on going to the basket with some post-up moves that she seriously needed to learn.

My son has only been to 2 sessions so far and he loved Coach De already.He’s learning and having fun.I can’t wait to see what comes about in the future

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Great training

Excellent trainer. Definitely recommend.

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Good trainner

He is very friendly and knowledgeable in the sport of basketball. He took time with my athlete and pushed her limits to make sure she reached her greatest potential. The drills he goes over with my athlete are excellent and work well with increasing her skill set in areas she was underperforming. I highly recommend Coach Darion because of consistency, friendliness, drive and skill knowledge.

I highly recommend Coach Darion. My son has trained with Coach 5hrs so far and his confidence and skills have greatly improved. Coach Darion's knowledge, expertise, and techniques are great!

Great job communicating the “WHY” for certain drills.

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He’s a really great coach my son is lucky to have him

Coach Darion was great! He’s very patient and provides great advice.

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Great coach & instructor! definitely looking forward to working with Coach Dee again!

Coach Darrion is outstanding. This was the first one-on-one with my daughter. I highly recommend him. He showed a lot of patience and attention to detail in the training.

My son loves learning the game from Coach Darion. He is very knowledgeable and very patient with him. Go ahead a book him today! You will not be disappointed.

Good coach

Coach Darion is an excellent coach. My son is new to basketball, and his patience is remarkable. The drills he uses allows him to assess players' skills quickly. He takes players where they are and builds. After the first session, my son asked if he could go everyday. I'm thankful to have found him and would recommend Coach Darion to anyone.

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Excellent job

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My sons first session was simply amazing!!! I am excited to have found such a great coach! I am now booking my next 5 sessions!

My son had a great workout with him. My son really enjoyed the session and can’t wait until his next one.

Patient and knowledgeable. Very effective methods.

Great first session. Coach was really patient with my 6 year old who has never played before.

Great session with coach D. My son really enjoyed it and is already starting to show improvement.

My son showed vast improvement in the first session. This coach is very good.

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Such a wonderful coach. Coach Darion worked very well with my son and showed him new techniques to use while
Perfecting his craft in his years to come as a basketball player.

A great coach that caters to your weak areas!

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Good choice for my boys starting off.

My son came back from his first coaching session exclaiming this is the best coaching he has received since starting his basketball career!

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Excellent one on one instructor

Coach Darion is an awesome basketball coach and trainer! He is very flexible and very professional. He teaches challenging drills and techniques to quickly improve basketball skills. I recommend Coach Darion to anyone who is seeking to take their basketball game to the next level.

He was very patient with my 5 year old son. He’s also knowable and did some drills that my son would understand. I look forward to our next session.

Everything was handled professionally.

Coach Darion was an awesome coach! My kids learned a lot in one session! He kept them engaged the entire time. We are looking forward to working with him again.

Coach Darion is an excellent personal trainer. His first session with our 9 year old son was awesome! We highly recommend his services.

After our first session with Coach Darion I will definitely be booking more sessions with him in the future. My son was very comfortable and was able to perform all tasked given to him by coach D. I will also be recommending a few players to him.

Coach D was a wonderful coach. After my sons first session he was ready to book more. Coach D took time with my son and really made him feel confident..

Coach Darion inspires my son to play his best in just first session I saw a tremendous drive in my son , He is very patient and kind of making sure my son understand why he needs to learn those movements and why he needs to put it into action, I would gladly recommend him.

The smile on my daughter's face was enough for me to know not only she enjoyed herself but that she also was learning. If she could have she would have kept right on going even after her session ended. She is excited and ready for the next session. And this is only after one session. Great job Coach D!

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Celebrate all WINS and my son's session was a WIN!! He can't stop talking about it. Coach Darion was Great! As a parent, there are certain characteristics that I look for in a coach, for example, positive communication, patience, ingraining fundamentals, passion, respect, and overall energy. It is what helps to build confidence and resilience in players on and off the court. I saw all of these traits in Coach Darion and I'm looking forward to the "levelup" sessions to come. Great Job Coach D!

Very patient and understanding!

Coach Dee was a great help to my son and gave him the inspiration needed to keep pushing forward. Also, taught him techniques that are helpful when on the court.

Coach Dee has done a remarkable job with my grandson Hunter. We are getting exactly what we wanted, good ball handling and control. His drills all work well and he continues to push Hunter to be the best he can. Coach Dee is truly dedicated to helping young kids. The best!!!! Thanks

My son loved his session wit Coach Darion he enjoyed the drills & fundamental skills taught i was very satisfied i definitely will be booking more sessions soon.
Coach D worked with my daughter for a little over an hour and I already see an improvement. He helped her incorporate better balance and lower body strength along with improvements in her shooting mechanics. My daughter enjoyed working with Coach D and is looking forward to working with him again.
I needed some extra training for my son and Coach Dee steeped in and exceeded my expectations. Immediately he talked to my son about his future plans and mapped out a plan to get him to his goal. He is now the starting SG for our AAU team and putting up productive numbers. Coach Dee has shared his experiences both on and off the court and my son now has a clear idea of what it takes to get to the next level.
My son started working with Coach Dee a couple months ago and i really like the progress i have seen in my son. Coach Dee recognized the advanced skills my son possesses and put together a custom highly intense workout for my son. If you are looking for your child to improve vastly in a short amount of time this is your trainer. Thank you Coach Dee.
Had my grandson's first session with Coach Dee. He teaches great ball handling skills. I already see improvement in my grandson's ability to dribble. Teaches balance in shooting which improved his shooting one hundred percent. Hunter can hardly wait for his next session. Coach Dee is truly a great coach.
Coach Dee has been working with me for about a year now and he has helped me gain exposure of a few DII college coaches. The workouts are strenuous but he keeps them fun and explains not only what we are working on but why we are working on it; and how it will benefit me in game time situations.
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