Our Testimonials
Chris D.
★★★★★
Coach Tahir is an exceptional basketball coach and trainer. My son (10 y/o) plays high-level AAU basketball and has flourished under Coach T's mentorship. He takes the time to understand my son's strengths and weaknesses, then builds a long-term plan to take him to the next level while ensuring that each session incrementally moves him closer to his goals. Coach is highly technical and efficient, and helps with the big picture priorities (shooting, ball handling, etc) while focusing on the details that build a solid foundation (balance, footwork, etc).
But more than that, Coach T is a great person who's great with kids. He makes the sessions fun so my son doesn't feel like it's 'work'. He adjusts on the fly based on my son's needs and feelings in the moment. And he's kind and generous and creates a positive atmosphere where he pushes my son to his limits and beyond, helping him build confidence and always wanting to come back for more.
I can't say enough about the impact Coach Tahir has had on my son. We appreciate him and look forward to my son's continued development under Coach T's guidance.
May 14th, 2023
Kristen C.
★★★★★
Tahir develops tailored and challenging workouts. Beyond his basketball knowledge, Tahir has coached my son as a person. He’s gotten to know him and what motivates him. Private lessons with Tahir have improved my son’s handles, shooting, and confidence.
May 14th, 2023
Sunavo D.
★★★★★
My son has been taking lessons with Tahir for about 2 years, and our experience with him has been extremely positive. He is very patient, and takes his time to work through difficult drills with the kids in an encouraging way. The practices are well organized, and the skills that he teaches build on each other. His approach to the game is also very scientific. Dribble combinations for example are broken down into digestible parts which are easy for kids to understand. He also places an emphasis on things a lot of coaches will gloss over, such as footwork. The drills are also put into real world context, such as how to use various dribble combinations to attack the rim from the wing for example. They will work on basic things such as form shooting, and it’s nice to have Tahir watching my son and correcting his technique in real time. Overall, he’s made my kid a much better basketball player, and my son loves to go to his practices which is probably the best testimony of all. --
May 14th, 2023
Olya B.
★★★★★
Me and my son have known Tahir for three years as the recreation coordinator for the afterschool sports and summer camps. Kids love him. When my son got a new passion for Basketball about a year ago we started taking semi-private and then private lessons with Tahir through his Ball2Thrive Basketball company. It's been going great, my son has learned and perfected many skills. it definitely shows during his games at the CYO league. He has grown to love Tahir as a coach and never wants to stop private lessons. Tahir is very accommodating, and flexible with our always changing schedule. He is very generous with his time too, and we greatly appreciate that.
May 9th, 2023
Corsair C.
★★★★★
Coach Tahir has been an exceptional coach who has taught me that basketball is more than just flashy moves and three-point shots. His patience and dedication to working on fundamental footwork skills with me have been invaluable. Additionally, his ability to balance being a good trainer and a fun person to be around is impressive. He knows how to push me when needed and motivate me when necessary. Overall, I am grateful for the opportunity to work with such a knowledgeable and skilled coach.
May 9th, 2023
Sweta S.
★★★★★
“Here is what my kid says : "When I started with Coach Tahir, I was a shell of my former self because of the coronavirus lockdown. I had done little to no exercise for the last 10 months. Coach Tahir understood this so he started me off slowly and gradually increased the amount of pressure he would put on my body. He doesn't lie to me and say that I will be in peak condition in no time. He just says that with a little bit of hard work, I'll get there"
Coach Tahir is a great coach. He had an outstanding impact on my kids basketball development.He always tries to customize the session based on the kids' state of mind. He tries to understand the skill and understanding of the game and then creates individualized workouts that help him build confidence while maintaining his interest and focus. I always appreciate Coach Tahir’s approach to coaching and are looking forward to kids' development as he continues to work with Coach Tahir.”
Aug. 14, 2021
Patrick D.
★★★★★
“Pushes you just enough to help you get past your own individual limits. Good communication through text is also a plus. Thanks Coach T! 🏀”
March 23, 2021
Jared S.
★★★★★
“Coach Tahir has had an outstanding impact on my 9 year older son’s basketball development. Coach Tahir took time to fully understand my son’s skill level and understanding of the game and then crafted individualized workouts that helped him build confidence while maintaining his interest and focus. Coach Tahir fosters a environment based on positive reinforcement while allowing children to learn and grow from their struggles. My son and I have really appreciated Coach Tahir’s approach to coaching and are excited for my son’s development as he continues to work with Coach Tahir.
March 20, 2021
Michael M.
★★★★★
“Our experience with Coach Tahir was excellent. I don't have a single complaint. My 15 year old son had nothing but positive things to say about the workouts. Coach Tahir was punctual, communicative, friendly, and had a genuine interest in helping my son take his game to the next level. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
Dec 6, 2020
Olga E.
★★★★★
“We have been amazed at the progress our 12 year old son has made with Coach T. Our son has been lacking quickness and athleticism, and Coach T has worked with him on his footwork, balance and explosion, and he is a different player after a month! His basketball fundamentals have also greatly improved. We are extremely happy with the results and with Coach’s approach. On top of all that, Tahir is just a really nice guy that goes above and beyond to make coaching sessions convenient for a busy family that has a ton going on... and his communication is spot on! We are delighted...…”
Oct 29, 2020
Lo I.
★★★★★
“Coach Tahir is a patient and passionate coach who challenges you, but still makes sessions fun. He is very knowledgeable about basketball and is always encouraging; you can tell he genuinely cares about teaching the game and you. If you want to become a better basketball player, I highly recommend you try Coach T out.”
Nov 23, 2020
Yichuan L.
★★★★★
“Coach T is amazing. I am so glad I am getting training from him. Basketball has always been my passion since middle school. However, I kept playing and playing and kinda hit the glass ceiling. That’s why I reached out to Coach T. And he was not just helping me with my drills for Basketball, also he told me that Basketball is a mental game, he helped me so much with my mindset before I even got on the court. He helped me big time to remove the mental blocks which holding me back for years. Now I finally could be more present when I play basketball also, enjoying every moment every second of the game. Before I met Coach T, I just always saw basketball games as a competition and winning was everything for me which I didn’t know how to have fun during the games. Now, thru the training with Coach T, he taught me how to have fun and a good time while playing with my teammates, which was a huge breakthrough for me. I’ve been waiting for this for years. That’s actually bigger than basketball itself which I could apply to life in different aspects. Overall I would give Coach T 5+ stars and I would highly recommend Coach T to people who want to do more with your Basketball games! I’m very satisfied with all the training with Coach T and will 110% continue the training with him moving forward. Thank you so much Coach T for everything you taught me I am very, very grateful!
Mar 2, 2020
Miranda T.
★★★★★
“Coach T has been doing 1:1 basketball training with our 12-year-old son for a few months. Our son absolutely loves working with Coach T. He is the perfect combination of a coach who challenges players, holds them to high standards, and is also incredibly supportive and positive. He clearly cares about helping our son develop as both an athlete and a person. I highly recommend him!!”
Oct 1, 2020
Armando L.
★★★★★
"This is the first time we hired a trainer for basketball. We made the right decision in hiring Coach T. He is a hands-on coach with great intentions of making my son a better basketball player. When coaching, Coach T covers the entire spectrum of basketball, from stretching, warm-up, conditioning, building strength, basketball fundamentals, technique, teamwork, to respect and accountability. He has a passion for the sports that he relays to my son. He expects a lot from my son and pushes him to be the best player that he can be. He is firm but does this by being positive, instructional, and is always encouraging in his training. My son’s ball handling, shooting technique, and knowledge of the game have grown tremendously since he has been working with Coach T. He is constantly challenging my son to perform above his limits and making him a better player. He speaks of what to expect during the game with game-like situations. I see my son’s confidence grow after each session. I highly recommend Coach T if you are looking for someone who is “real” and someone who truly cares about making your son/daughter better in basketball. You will not be disappointed!"
June 5, 2019
Krishna D.
★★★★★
“Tahir was the coach for my daughter for couple of years. He was one of the very passionate coaches that I have seen. He was always available to have a chat to discuss about my daughter's areas of improvement in basketball. I have seen him to be very patient with the kids while teaching them the nuances of the game. I would highly recommend Coach Tahir for any prospective basketball students.”
Aug 23, 2020
Shirley T.
★★★★★
“Coach Tahir is a supportive coach who challenges his players to try new basketball moves in games but gives them room to make mistakes and learn from them. My son felt he could try things in games without risking reprimand and could play a little more free. Coach T looks to coach a young player's growth rather than just to win a game. My son's far from perfect. He'd give my son extra ball handling drills to help develop his particular needs. Coach T would review my son's mistakes in constructive talks with even tone. Coach T's approach helped build my son's confidence in himself to let his basketball skills improve. Instilling confidence in a young player is nearly as important as learning the basketball skill itself. My son's enjoyed having Coach T as his coach and I'm glad to say Coach made a positive impact on my son's love of basketball.…”
Aug 24, 2020
Stephanie M.
★★★★★
“Tahir has positive energy and a great work ethic which I am hoping will rub off on my 17 yr old son:). My son comes back energized after.a workout with Tahir...even when he is feeling more like playing on the computer. Highly recommend Tahir!”
Oct 10, 2020
Yeshayah G.
★★★★★
“Super knowledgeable with tons of drills to work on specific skills. Incorporates conditioning into his lessons simulating game fatigue. Always brings energy. Challenges athletes while being encouraging at the same time. I highly recommend Coach T to basketball players of all ages. Be ready to work and get better.”
Oct 1, 2020
Jason V.
★★★★★
“My son Mike has been working with Coach T for 6 months and I have seen the improvement in his skills. Coach T’s technical skillset has helped my son understand angles and slow the game down. I truly appreciate the time spent thus far with Coach T.”
Sep 27, 2020
Joshua S.
★★★★★
"I love coach Tokunbo he is respectful and shows value in his work and shows his students how to be strong mentally he is on time and will push you to do your best and get you where you want to be."
June 31, 2019
