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Small Group Training

Small Group Training is an effective way to develop and fine-tune your game. Courtside Academy offers several Player Development Programs (PDP) for athletes of all skill and experience levels including: Lil’ Hoopers, Middle School (MS) Hoopers Beginners & Advanced, and High School (HS) Hoopers Advanced. Details on each PDP are listed below. Select the PDP you wish to enroll in and contact us to set-up training with one of our Courtside Player Development Specialists. Grab some friends or teammates and let’s train!


Player Development Programs (PDP)

Lil’ Hoopers * MS Hoopers * HS Hoopers

All programs led by certified coaches and athletes with college / pro playing experience.


Lil’ Hoopers:

Our introductory program covers basic basketball terminology, includes beginner-level skills training, and is designed to instill a love and passion for the exciting game of basketball in elementary age students. Athletes will learn the fundamentals of ballhandling, passing, shooting, and basic terminology. Lil’ Hoopers is great ‘starter kit’ for elementary age boys and girls and an outlet for them to remain active, learn fitness, and experience basketball in a fun, structured “train & play” environment. 

  • Age: Boys and girls ages 5 – 9 yrs.

  • Group Size: Up to 10 athletes (*required minimum of 4)

  • Location: Southwest Christian School

    • Lakeside Campus: 6901 Altamesa Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76123

    • Chisholm Trial Campus: 6801 Dan Danciger Road Fort Worth, TX 76133

  • Times: Weekday slots available between 5pm – 7pm 

  • Duration (Light): 1-month commitment  

    • Sessions: 4 total sessions, 1 60-min. weekly session

    • Investment: Contact us for investment

  • Duration (Standard): 2-month commitment *Better Value / Better Results*

    • Sessions: 8 total sessions, 1 60-min. weekly session

    • Investment: Contact us for investment

  • 10% Sibling Discount: sibling must enroll in a Small Group PDP prior to the conclusion of your PDP

  • 10% Discount on Courtside Apparel

  • Payment Structure / Refund Policy / Late Arrival: PDP subscription payments are charged on a monthly basis. Once a PDP has begun, there are no refunds or exchanges. Session costs will not be reduced due to late arrival. We suggest arriving 10 minutes early to avoid delay and disruption to your training. Due to the format of a group session and its effect on others, sessions are not able to be rescheduled due to a single athlete not being able to attend.

  • Set-up Process: Ready to schedule your small group session? Click the “PDP SET-UP” button below to contact Courtside and discuss the training location, day, time, and complete details of your plan. Once your PDP has been arranged, you will then return to this page to enroll in the academy.


Middle School (MS) Hoopers – Beginners:

This program is for intermediate athletes ages 10 – 14 yrs. who are either just being exposed to basketball, or who are already familiar with the sport yet need a better understanding of game concepts and assistance mastering essential foundational skills. Athletes are taught a high basketball IQ, and receive training to improve upon the fundamentals of shooting, dribbling, and passing. This program also improves overall athleticism by focusing on coordination, footwork, speed, and balance. 

  • Age: Boys and girls ages 10 – 14 yrs.

  • Group Size: Up to 10 athletes (*required minimum of 4)

  • Location: Southwest Christian School

    • Lakeside Campus: 6901 Altamesa Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76123

    • Chisholm Trial Campus: 6801 Dan Danciger Road Fort Worth, TX 76133

  • Times: Weekday slots available between 5pm – 8pm 

  • Duration (Light): 1-Month 

    • Sessions: 4 total sessions, 1 60-min. weekly session

    • Investment: Contact us for investment

  • Duration (Standard): 2-Month *Better Value / Better Results*

    • Sessions: 8 total sessions, 1 60-min. weekly session

    • Investment: Contact us for investment

  • 15% Sibling Discount: sibling must enroll in a Small Group PDP prior to the conclusion of your PDP

  • 10% Discount on Courtside Apparel

  • Payment Structure / Refund Policy / Late Arrival: PDP subscription payments are charged on a monthly basis. Once a PDP has begun, there are no refunds or exchanges. Session costs will not be reduced due to late arrival. We suggest arriving 10 minutes early to avoid delay and disruption to your training. Due to the format of a group session and its effect on others, sessions are not able to be rescheduled due to a single player not being able to attend.

  • Set-up Process: Ready to schedule your small group session? Click the “PDP SET-UP” button below to contact Courtside 360 and discuss the training location, day, time, and complete details of your plan. Once your PDP has been arranged, you will then return to this page to enroll in the academy.


Middle School (MS) Hoopers – Advanced:

This program is for intermediate athletes ages 10 – 14 yrs. with competitive basketball playing experience (select, club, AAU). Athletes receive more in-depth instruction on improving basketball IQ, sound decision-making, court vision, and effectiveness in multiple positions. Training includes high reps and intensive drills, shooting from range, shooting off screens, advanced ball-handling, and attack moves.

  • Age: Boys and girls ages 10 – 14 yrs.

  • Group Size: Up to 10 athletes (*required minimum of 4)

  • Location: Southwest Christian School

    • Lakeside Campus: 6901 Altamesa Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76123

    • Chisholm Trial Campus: 6801 Dan Danciger Road Fort Worth, TX 76133

  • Times: Weekday slots available between 5pm – 9pm 

  • Duration (Light): 1-Month 

    • Sessions: 4 total sessions, 1 60-min. weekly session

    • Investment: Contact us for investment

  • Duration (Standard): 2-Month *Better Value / Better Results*

    • Sessions: 8 total sessions, 1 60-min. weekly session

    • Investment: Contact us for investment

  • 15% Sibling Discount: sibling must enroll in a Small Group PDP prior to the conclusion of your PDP

  • 10% Discount on Courtside Apparel

  • Payment Structure / Cancellation Policy / Late Arrival: PDP subscription payments are charged on a monthly basis. Once a PDP has begun, there are no refunds or exchanges. Session costs will not be reduced due to late arrival. We suggest arriving 10 minutes early to avoid delay and disruption to your training. Due to the format of a group session and its effect on others, sessions are not able to be rescheduled due to a single player not being able to attend.

  • Set-up Process: Ready to schedule your small group session? Click the “PDP SET-UP” button below to contact Courtside and discuss the training location, day, time, and complete details of your plan. Once your PDP has been arranged, you will then return to this page to enroll in the academy.


High School (HS) Hoopers - Advanced: 

This program is for athletes ages 15 – 17 yrs. with high school, select, club or AAU basketball experience who already have a firm foundation and strong grasp of the game. Instruction emphasizes high-level IQ, and includes complex read/react situations within a fast-paced training environment. HS Hoopers is designed to increase athleticism, endurance, and effectiveness while leading the athlete through intensive drills which cover an increased range of shooting, shooting off screens, finishing at the rim, and advanced ball-handling.

  • Age: Boys and girls ages 15 – 17 yrs.

  • Group Size: Up to 10 athletes (*required minimum of 4)

  • Location: Southwest Christian School

    • Lakeside Campus: 6901 Altamesa Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76123

    • Chisholm Trial Campus: 6801 Dan Danciger Road Fort Worth, TX 76133

  • Times: Weekday slots available between 5pm – 9pm 

  • Duration (Light): 1-Month 

  • Sessions: 4 total sessions, 1 60-minute weekly session

  • Investment: Contact us for investment

  • Duration (Standard): 2-Month *Better Value / Better Results*

  • Sessions: 8 total sessions, 1 60-minute weekly session

  • Investment: Contact us for investment

  • 15% Sibling Discount: sibling must enroll in a Small Group PDP prior to the conclusion of your PDP

  • 10% Discount on Courtside Apparel

  • Payment Structure / Cancellation Policy / Late Arrival: PDP subscription payments are charged on a monthly basis. Once a PDP has begun, there are no refunds or exchanges. Session costs will not be reduced due to late arrival. We suggest arriving 10 minutes early to avoid delay and disruption to your training. Due to the format of a group session and its effect on others, sessions are not able to be rescheduled due to a single player not being able to attend.

  • Set-up Process: Ready to schedule your small group session? Click the “PDP SET-UP” button below to contact Courtside and discuss the training location, day, time, and complete details of your plan. Once your PDP has been arranged, you will then return to this page to enroll in the academy.