Paradise Prep


Where Skills Strengthen, Confidence Expands, and Young Hoopers Prepare for What’s Next.



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Sunday Afternoons

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2:15-3:30 PM

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3rd-6th Grade Boys

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Beginner Friendly

 The Middle Chapter of the Journey


By 4th–6th grade, players have big energy, big curiosity, and big questions:


“How do I get better?”
“How do I play smarter?”
“How do I keep up with other kids?”
“How do I get ready for the next level?”


Paradise Prep exists to answer those questions with support, clarity, and purpose — not pressure.


This is the chapter where players begin understanding the game, discovering their strengths, and building habits that prepare them for middle school teams, clubs, and eventually… The Hooper’s Forge.


This is where players develop the belief:


“I can do this — and I want to keep going.”


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4-5 Classes Per Month

$100 per Month

(prorated pricing applied if player joins mid month)

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Skills, Drills and Concepts

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Game Based Instruction

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Professional Coaches and Instructors

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BUILDING THE FOUNDATION


Confidence Through Skills That Make Sense


At this stage of the journey, players begin sharpening the fundamentals in a way that connects to gameplay. It’s not about fancy moves — it’s about moves that matter.


Here players develop:

  • Reliable dribbling
  • Balanced footwork
  • Functional finishing
  • Form shooting
  • Passing with purpose
  • Moving without the ball


Everything is taught in a way that’s clear, attainable, and encouraging.

Players feel capable.
Parents see progress.
The foundation gets stronger.


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Participants in our program will be invited to local scrimmages, games, leagues, and tournaments. These events will incur an additional fee beyond the current payment. We will compete throughout the year.

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Games will take place locally in Jacksonville, Florida. Should we decide to travel or venture outside the area, you will be notified ahead of time.

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Players will discover how to effectively execute straightforward basketball sets, plays, and actions.

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All players will participate in events. Each player dribbles, passes, and makes strategic decisions. Embracing positionless basketball.


DISCOVERING HOW THE GAME WORKS


Basketball IQ for Young Thinkers

This is where the game starts to “click.”

Players learn:

  • Spacing
  • Timing
  • Basic reads
  • Simple decision‑making
  • How to play with teammates
  • How movement creates opportunity


Everything is broken down through:

  • 1v1 learning moments
  • Small‑sided games
  • Coach-guided discovery
  • Game-based challenges


The goal?


Teach players how to understand the game — not just perform drills.


This builds problem-solvers, thinkers, and young leaders.


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Family Friendly Program

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Develop a Love for the Game

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Stress Free Environment

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Player Skills Tracking

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COMPETING WITH CONFIDENCE

Learning to Compete Without Pressure

Competition begins here — gently, purposefully, and with growth at the center.


Players experience:

  • Controlled scrimmages
  • Team challenges
  • Pace-based drills
  • Mini-competitions
  • “Try it again” opportunities


Competition is framed as learning, not judgment.


Players begin to:

  • Trust themselves
  • Try new things
  • Bounce back from mistakes
  • Communicate better
  • Play with enthusiasm
  • Grow toughness and courage


Parents see maturity.
Players feel proud.
The journey moves forward.


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