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  • Activites, Camps and After School Classes in West Des Moines, IA

    Basketball Camp - Beginner

    by Breakthrough Basketball

    West Des Moines, IA

    4 day youth camp that focuses on giving your little baller the essential drills and instruction to build a foundation on how to play the game of basketball. Learn the necessary warm up, dribbling, passing, footwork, finishing moves & foundational shooting drills all while having FUN. Ball is not life. We’ll also talk to the kids about gratitude, attitude, kindness, success, etc. You will learn dynamic stretching that will improve coordination, core strength and flexibility while working on sports-specific movements. Improve your ball handling skills with Maravich Drills Partner Passing drills to learn the proper chest pass, bounce pass, flick air pass, etc. Learn the proper shooting mechanics, release to finish while shooting close to the rim Have fun while playing monkey in the middle, dribble tag, sharks & minnows, etc. You will learn and improve your dribbling, passing, shooting form, lay-up form, and agility to take your game to the next level.

    In-person

    Ages 6-11 years

    $150

    Basketball Camp - Ball Handling and Scoring Skills

    by Breakthrough Basketball

    West Des Moines, IA

    Have fun and rapidly improve your skills at this youth basketball camp. This 2025 summer basketball camp focuses on developing better scoring moves, ball handling, and playmaking ability! At these basketball camps, you improve your scoring, ball handling, shooting, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take your game to the next level! Explosive dribble moves that make you hard to guard. Highly effective scoring moves that work at any level. Game like shooting drills to drive up your shooting percentage. How to create 2-3 feet of separation from any defender for better scoring opportunities. The best hand-eye coordination and ball handling drills that will accelerate your feel for the basketball. These drills will make dribbling during game situations feel easy. How to develop an explosive first step. The secrets behind the proper shin angle, head position, shoulder position, and hip position. Critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect. How the top pros create advantages which allow them to make plays for themselves and their teammates. The most efficient scoring moves around the basket that helps you finish against any defender.

    In-person

    Ages 8-14 years

    $245

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