Frequently Asked Questions about our 5 day camps!
Q: What does a beginning player get out of Basketball Jones Hoop Camps?
A: What is great about a 40 hour week, is how much you can learn about the game of basketball during that span. With 12 5-on-5 games, along with over 200 drills on all facets of the game a camper will be ready to play in a league the following winter. By the end of the week a beginner will have a solid understanding of how the game should be played. A camper will learn how to play proper defense (more man-to-man), learn the transition game, hone his shooting, passing and dribbling mechanics, and at the same time see why all the basic fundamentals are so important in the game. Campers will be getting the proper tutelage, from the start you will have good habits.
A: What is great about a 40 hour week, is how much you can learn about the game of basketball during that span. With 12 5-on-5 games, along with over 200 drills on all facets of the game a camper will be ready to play in a league the following winter. By the end of the week a beginner will have a solid understanding of how the game should be played. A camper will learn how to play proper defense (more man-to-man), learn the transition game, hone his shooting, passing and dribbling mechanics, and at the same time see why all the basic fundamentals are so important in the game. Campers will be getting the proper tutelage, from the start you will have good habits.
Q: What does an advanced player get out of Basketball Jones Hoop Camps?
A: First and foremost some of the top teachers of the game will be your clinicians. Whether it is team concepts or individual moves campers get to learn from doing the most successful drills on the market. This is a business and we take great pride in bringing our kids the most fun, best paint the picture, and greatest result drills to their city. Within our individual skills and drills breakdown stations we ensure that all skill levels get the best training. We do that by breaking the camp into levels. The more experienced players train together, the less experienced players train together.
A: First and foremost some of the top teachers of the game will be your clinicians. Whether it is team concepts or individual moves campers get to learn from doing the most successful drills on the market. This is a business and we take great pride in bringing our kids the most fun, best paint the picture, and greatest result drills to their city. Within our individual skills and drills breakdown stations we ensure that all skill levels get the best training. We do that by breaking the camp into levels. The more experienced players train together, the less experienced players train together.
Q: What seperates Basketball Jones from other camps?
A: We have been doing this long enough that our schedule is time tested. There is no trial and error. In addition, to the basketball side of the camp we also understand that it is summer camp. It is the signature things that Basketball Jones Hoop Camps does that seperates us. We have Name that Tune with DJ White Mocha, Dance party USA with Coach Miles, toilet bowl coaching skit for our new coaches, the X-box video game tourney, Water Bottle dribble tag, and of course music is a must at Basketball Jones Hoop Camps. We strive on making our camp atmosphere the most upbeat of any Basketball Camp in Northern California.
A: We have been doing this long enough that our schedule is time tested. There is no trial and error. In addition, to the basketball side of the camp we also understand that it is summer camp. It is the signature things that Basketball Jones Hoop Camps does that seperates us. We have Name that Tune with DJ White Mocha, Dance party USA with Coach Miles, toilet bowl coaching skit for our new coaches, the X-box video game tourney, Water Bottle dribble tag, and of course music is a must at Basketball Jones Hoop Camps. We strive on making our camp atmosphere the most upbeat of any Basketball Camp in Northern California.
Q: Where are your Summer camps held?
A: We conduct our co-ed day camps throughout Northern California, from Eureka to Monterey, and many points in between.
A: We conduct our co-ed day camps throughout Northern California, from Eureka to Monterey, and many points in between.
Q: What do I get if I attend Basketball Jones Hoop Camp?
A: Each camper receives 40 hours of quality instruction, a camp t-shirt, a basketball, an Instructional DVD, and a water bottle. In addition, we award medals, trophies, and daily prizes.
A: Each camper receives 40 hours of quality instruction, a camp t-shirt, a basketball, an Instructional DVD, and a water bottle. In addition, we award medals, trophies, and daily prizes.
Q: What will I learn at your camp?
A: We teach all aspects of the game, focusing on the fundamentals: defense, dribbling, passing, and shooting. We work on individual as well as team skills.
A: We teach all aspects of the game, focusing on the fundamentals: defense, dribbling, passing, and shooting. We work on individual as well as team skills.
Q: Do I need to know how to play basketball to attend?
A: No. It helps, but it's not necessary. We've taught many beginners to play hoops, and we've helped many experienced players improve.
A: No. It helps, but it's not necessary. We've taught many beginners to play hoops, and we've helped many experienced players improve.
Q: How old do I have to be?
A: You must be between 7 and 15 years old to attend.
A: You must be between 7 and 15 years old to attend.
Q: What should I bring?
A: You should wear shorts, a t-shirt, and comfortable basketball shoes. You can bring a lunch or you can buy lunch at our Snack Shack for about $5 - $7.
A: You should wear shorts, a t-shirt, and comfortable basketball shoes. You can bring a lunch or you can buy lunch at our Snack Shack for about $5 - $7.
Q: How much does the camp cost?
A: The cost is $230 per camper for the whole week, which includes instruction, a camp t-shirt, a Basketball Jones ball, an Instructional DVD, and a water bottle. If you register before May 16th, you save $15. We also offer team rates.
A: The cost is $230 per camper for the whole week, which includes instruction, a camp t-shirt, a Basketball Jones ball, an Instructional DVD, and a water bottle. If you register before May 16th, you save $15. We also offer team rates.
Q: Why is the price so low compared to other camps?
A: We want all young ball players to have the chance to improve their skills and increase their love for the game. We keep our prices low to make the camps affordable for everyone.
A: We want all young ball players to have the chance to improve their skills and increase their love for the game. We keep our prices low to make the camps affordable for everyone.
Q: Who are your coaches?
A: The vast majority of our coaches are current and former college basketball players. We select our coaches based on their passion for the game and their ability to connect with and instruct young ball players. You can find out more about our directors and coaches by clicking here.
A: The vast majority of our coaches are current and former college basketball players. We select our coaches based on their passion for the game and their ability to connect with and instruct young ball players. You can find out more about our directors and coaches by clicking here.
Q: Do all campers compete against each other, regardless of age?
A: No. We divide our camps into either two or three age groups, depending on the size of the camp. We then use the age, height, and level of experience of each individual player to put together teams that are balanced; this ensures fair competition, diversity, and fun.
A: No. We divide our camps into either two or three age groups, depending on the size of the camp. We then use the age, height, and level of experience of each individual player to put together teams that are balanced; this ensures fair competition, diversity, and fun.