Basketball Training Near Dearborn Heights, MI
Looking for basketball training near Dearborn Heights, Michigan? The Factory Training Centers helps youth, middle school and high school athletes from Dearborn Heights and the surrounding communities improve their game through structured, skill-level based training. Athletes of all ages from Dearborn Heights currently train at The Factory.
Our team of professional trainers brings over four decades of combined college, professional playing and coaching experience. We focus on proper instruction, purposeful reps and consistent development in shooting, ball handling, finishing, footwork and overall basketball IQ.
Whether your athlete is learning the fundamentals, preparing for school or travel basketball, or working toward the college level, our goal is simple: help every athlete achieve their potential while fostering their love of the game.
New athletes can begin with a Player Skills Assessment, where our staff evaluates their current skills and recommends the classes and training options that best fit their level and goals.
🏀 Basketball Skills Classes
Basketball Skills Classes for Every Level
We have 30 minute skill-specific classes as well as our 60 minute general skills classes. Each is offered at multiple skill levels. Learn more about our basketball skills classes and find the right training level for your athlete.
60 Minute Skills
Athletes will start with dribbling and progress through approximately 3 group-appropriate skills.
Shooting Form
Learn proper Shooting Form in Level 1, proper footwork in Level 2, and advanced game-speed shooting in Level 3.
Handles
Learn ball manipulation, crossover and between-the-legs moves in Level 1, game-speed skills in Level 1.5, and combinations, hesitations and more in Level 2.
Finishing School
Learn RH & LH 1-foot and 2-foot layups in Level 1, game-speed finishing off the dribble in Level 1.5, step-throughs, spins and reverses in Level 2, and advanced game-speed finishing in Level 3.
Off-Hand Development
Focuses on improving your weak hand. Everything in this class — dribbling, passing and finishing — will be done with your off-hand.
Rebounding
Learn to follow the flight of the ball, find a body with your hands, and use proper boxouts in Level 1. Advanced Rebounding adds one-hand rebounds, tipping to yourself and more.
Pick 'n Roll
Learn how to use the screen, make the pass, roll, pop, and more.
Pivot Foot
Master your pivot foot. Learn to score without using a dribble.
🎯 Start With a Skills Assessment — Get a $40 Class Credit
Player Development Skills Assessment
You won't reach your GOALS without a PLAN. You can't make a PLAN without an honest EVALUATION.
We are here to help with both. Our Player Development Skills Assessment is a 30-minute appointment with our training staff.
Assessment: A 10-minute series of skills evaluated by a trainer.
Video Capture: For review and future comparison.
Feedback: Our staff reviews the assessment results and videos with the athlete and parent(s).
Plan: Our staff provides the appropriate classes for your development.
Empowerment: You receive an email containing the assessment, recommended classes and tips for maximizing improvement.
$40 Class Credit: Good for a FREE 60-Minute Skills Class
$95 Value for only $20
👤 Private Lessons
One-On-One Basketball Training
Sometimes it's best to have a private one-on-one lesson with a trainer, where you can work on your specific area(s) of need.
Private lessons are great for beginners who need more individual attention as well as advanced players looking to gain an edge on the competition.
👥 Membership Options
Train More. Improve Faster.
The more you are in the gym, the better you will get. We offer several membership options to make it more affordable to be in the gym as much as possible. Compare all of our basketball training membership options to find the plan that works best for your athlete.
🎓 Classroom Series
Learn The Game Beyond The Court
Some of the most important parts of the game are best learned in a classroom environment. That is why we launched our Classroom Series. We have classes for every level of player. Explore The Classroom Series to see all available classroom-based basketball education programs.
⭐ Meet Our Trainers
Meet Our Training Staff
We have the best training staff in Metro Detroit. Our coaches have over four decades of college and professional playing, and college coaching experience. Learn more about our experienced basketball trainers or click on their names below to view their individual bios.
🏀 Shoot on The Gun
Using The Gun
Once your shooting mechanics are sound, The Gun is a great tool for getting up high volume shots to become an Elite Shooter.
🏕 Basketball Camps
Basketball Camps Throughout The Year
Throughout the year we have several basketball camps. These include Black Friday, Christmas Break, New Years and our Elite Skills Camps.
🏆 History of Success
A Proven History of Player Development
We have a proven track record of success, sending over 50 of our athletes on to play at all levels of college basketball; Division 1, Division 2, Division 3, NAIA and JUCO. Two of our former athletes became Division 1 coaches. One a Tennessee Tech (Making it to the NCAA Tournament) and the other Central MI. We know what it takes to reach your basketball dreams. Click the button below to see our success stories.
🏀 Youth Leagues
Youth Basketball Leagues
Our youth leagues are designed to TEACH the game of basketball, not just to play it. For grades 1-4, we have a weekend 5 on 5 instructional league. For 5th grade and above, we have our weekend 3 on 3 leagues. Click the button below for full details.
3️⃣ 3 on 3 Leagues
3 on 3 Basketball
3 on 3 leagues at The Factory are an exciting, high energy experience for all ages. For young athletes, its a great opportunity to get a lot more basketball "touches" than in a standard 5 on 5 game, to build skills and experience. For adults, its a fun lower impact way to enjoy the game, featuring upper and lower divisions to match your level of play. Click the button below for full details.
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Convenient Basketball Training Near Dearborn Heights, Michigan
The Factory Training Centers is located nearby in Westland and provides Dearborn Heights families with convenient access to professional basketball training, Skills Classes, Private Basketball Lessons and year-round player development.
Dearborn Heights Athletes at The Factory
Our Connection to Dearborn Heights Basketball
Athletes of all ages from Dearborn Heights currently train at The Factory. From young players learning basketball fundamentals to experienced middle school and high school athletes, Dearborn Heights families are part of our year-round training community.
Over the years, we have also trained and worked with players from Crestwood High School and other schools throughout the Dearborn Heights area.
One of the top Crestwood players to train and play with Factory programs was Maya Barakat. After her career at Crestwood, Maya went on to continue her basketball career at the University of Michigan-Dearborn.
We have also worked with many athletes from nearby Divine Child High School, along with players throughout the greater Dearborn and Dearborn Heights area.
From young athletes developing their fundamentals to high school players preparing for varsity basketball and athletes working toward opportunities at the college level, The Factory provides Dearborn Heights players with a place to continue developing at every stage of their basketball journey.
For Dearborn Heights families looking for serious basketball development, The Factory provides experienced trainers, structured Skills Classes, Private Lessons and a player-development system designed to help athletes continue improving.
Don't Know Which Classes to Take?
Start with a Player Skills Assessment. Our training staff will evaluate your athlete's current skills and recommend the classes and training options that best fit their level and development goals.
BOOK A SKILLS ASSESSMENTDearborn Heights Basketball Training FAQs
How close is The Factory to Dearborn Heights, Michigan?
The Factory Training Centers is located nearby in Westland. We are approximately 17 minutes from Crestwood High School, 22 minutes from HYPE Athletics and 28 minutes from Annapolis High School, making The Factory a convenient basketball training option for families throughout Dearborn Heights.
Do players from Dearborn Heights currently train at The Factory?
Yes. Athletes of all ages from Dearborn Heights currently train at The Factory, including young players developing their fundamentals as well as experienced middle school and high school basketball players.
Do Crestwood High School basketball players train at The Factory?
Yes. The Factory has trained and worked with players from Crestwood High School. One of the top Crestwood players to train and play with Factory programs was Maya Barakat, who went on to play college basketball at the University of Michigan-Dearborn.
Do you train athletes from Divine Child High School?
Yes. The Factory has worked with many boys and girls from Divine Child High School as part of our long history of training athletes from the Dearborn and Dearborn Heights area.
Do you offer basketball training for both boys and girls from Dearborn Heights?
Yes. The Factory trains both boys and girls, from young athletes learning basketball fundamentals to experienced middle school and high school players preparing for school, travel and college basketball.
What types of basketball training do you offer near Dearborn Heights?
The Factory offers Basketball Skills Classes, Private Basketball Lessons, shooting development, ball handling, finishing, footwork, The Classroom Series and additional player-development opportunities for athletes at different ages and skill levels.
How do I know which basketball class is right for my athlete?
New athletes can begin with a Player Skills Assessment. Our training staff evaluates the athlete's current skills and recommends the classes and training options that best fit their ability level and development goals.