You Reach I Teach
Basketball Academy

The Best Basketball Training in Maryland

Basketball Training
Maryland

If you are looking for basketball training for your son or daughter, then you have come to the right place. We offer basketball skills development in personal basketball training and group basketball training sessions, as well as individual shooting machine sessions for kids who want to take their game to the next level.

Our basketball club uses state-of-the-art technology in basketball training equipment, and our trainers are former D1 and professional basketball players with a passion for the game. Our basketball training facility is designed for children ages 5 and up. The experienced basketball coaches at Your Reach I Teach Basketball Academy will tailor the training sessions around your child’s knowledge about basketball and their skill levels.

Our Trainers

Image hover effect image — Joel Barkers

Joel Barkers is a highly rated former Division 1 College and Professional Basketball player. Joel played collegiately for both The University of Hartford and Central Missouri State.

About Us

What We Offer

We offer many programs and services. Take a look at a few of our services below.

Testimonials

			
							We’ve had an outstanding experience with You Reach I Teach Basketball Academy. From day one, the coaching staff has been professional, energetic, and deeply invested in each player’s growth. Coach Joel and the team are not only highly skilled but also know how to connect with kids at all levels—whether your child is brand new to the game or looking to take things to the next level.

The structure of the training is impressive. Sessions are focused and intense but always encouraging. The balance of discipline, skill development, and fun is exactly what young athletes need. My children have already shown noticeable improvement in confidence, ball-handling, and basketball IQ after just a few weeks.

What sets this academy apart is their commitment to individual growth. Even in group sessions, every player gets meaningful attention. They emphasize fundamentals, footwork, teamwork, and mental toughness—skills that go far beyond the court.

The facilities are clean and well-equipped, and the program options (private sessions, group workouts, shooting machine access, and camps) make it easy to find a schedule that works. Pricing is very fair for the quality of coaching you receive.

Whether your child is serious about competing or just wants to improve and have fun, this is one of the best basketball training programs in the DMV area. Highly recommend it!

—Rama
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				RamaKrishnaChaitanya Bodapati			

			 7/10/2025
			
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RamaKrishnaChaitanya Bodapati
7/10/2025

						We’ve had an outstanding experience with You Reach I Teach Basketball Academy. From day one, the coaching staff has been professional, energetic, and deeply invested in each player’s growth. Coach Joel and the team are not only highly skilled but also know how to connect with kids at all levels—whether your child is brand new to the game or looking to take things to the next level.

The structure of the training is impressive. Sessions are focused and intense but always encouraging. The balance of discipline, skill development, and fun is exactly what young athletes need. My children have already shown noticeable improvement in confidence, ball-handling, and basketball IQ after just a few weeks.

What sets this academy apart is their commitment to individual growth. Even in group sessions, every player gets meaningful attention. They emphasize fundamentals, footwork, teamwork, and mental toughness—skills that go far beyond the court.

The facilities are clean and well-equipped, and the program options (private sessions, group workouts, shooting machine access, and camps) make it easy to find a schedule that works. Pricing is very fair for the quality of coaching you receive.

Whether your child is serious about competing or just wants to improve and have fun, this is one of the best basketball training programs in the DMV area. Highly recommend it!

—Rama
					
							This facility has earned our admiration. Joel is not only a friend but also a superior coach. The coaching team is remarkable, demonstrating exceptional skill. Jayden is learning a substantial amount of information in an impressively brief timeframe. He is, in fact, learning from the most elite professionals. The gym boasts a pleasant ambiance and impeccable cleanliness. People consistently express joy when visiting. We are deeply thankful for having found this exceptional establishment.
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				Kellye Amor			

			 7/09/2025
			
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Kellye Amor
7/09/2025

						This facility has earned our admiration. Joel is not only a friend but also a superior coach. The coaching team is remarkable, demonstrating exceptional skill. Jayden is learning a substantial amount of information in an impressively brief timeframe. He is, in fact, learning from the most elite professionals. The gym boasts a pleasant ambiance and impeccable cleanliness. People consistently express joy when visiting. We are deeply thankful for having found this exceptional establishment.
					
							Great coaching, knowledgeable staff. My son loves going there and being encouraged to push his limits to develop and improve. I appreciate the individual care they put into training these kids. Wish I knew about this place sooner. Keep doing what you do!
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				Azadeh Jaberi			

			 7/07/2025
			
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Azadeh Jaberi
7/07/2025

						Great coaching, knowledgeable staff. My son loves going there and being encouraged to push his limits to develop and improve. I appreciate the individual care they put into training these kids. Wish I knew about this place sooner. Keep doing what you do!
					
							They helped my son understand his footwork and his handling while also including shoot drills, I definitely recommend for new players
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				Edwin Pratt			

			 7/06/2025
			
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Edwin Pratt
7/06/2025

						They helped my son understand his footwork and his handling while also including shoot drills, I definitely recommend for new players
					
							My son loves going youreachiteach. My son received personal attention, proper training. He improved so much over the year. Unlimited group lesson is  definitely worth for money. Strongly recommend.
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				Hyojeong Yang			

			 7/05/2025
			
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Hyojeong Yang
7/05/2025

						My son loves going youreachiteach. My son received personal attention, proper training. He improved so much over the year. Unlimited group lesson is  definitely worth for money. Strongly recommend.
					
							Great facility, great team, teach valuable skills and would recommend  to anyone, child to adult to get better at basketball
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				Michael O			

			 4/15/2025
			
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Michael O
4/15/2025

						Great facility, great team, teach valuable skills and would recommend  to anyone, child to adult to get better at basketball
					
							You Reach I Teach is the best training academy in the DMV area. If you want to take your game to the next level, You Reach I Teach is the best place.
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				J Igwe			

			 1/02/2025
			
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J Igwe
1/02/2025

						You Reach I Teach is the best training academy in the DMV area. If you want to take your game to the next level, You Reach I Teach is the best place.
					
							The whole coaching staff is amazing!!  They are topnotch teachers, super patient but highly disciplined. They make the lessons fun but keep the kids super focused and engaged. My son got so much better in two months with them and has fallen in love with basketball. Extra props to Coach Teeko, Marquis and Christian. The owner Joel runs a great program!!  Can’t recommend YRIT enough!!
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				Kevin W			

			 1/02/2025
			
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Kevin W
1/02/2025

						The whole coaching staff is amazing!!  They are topnotch teachers, super patient but highly disciplined. They make the lessons fun but keep the kids super focused and engaged. My son got so much better in two months with them and has fallen in love with basketball. Extra props to Coach Teeko, Marquis and Christian. The owner Joel runs a great program!!  Can’t recommend YRIT enough!!
					
							Only after a few private lessons my daughter’s confidence has improved on the court ALOT! She is consistently scoring and her footwork is sooo much better!
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				Brittany Mcglaughlin			

			 1/02/2025
			
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Brittany Mcglaughlin
1/02/2025

						Only after a few private lessons my daughter’s confidence has improved on the court ALOT! She is consistently scoring and her footwork is sooo much better!
					
							My daughter had a private here and it was great! Very welcoming and improved on her skills.
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				Emily Brewer			

			 1/02/2025
			
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Emily Brewer
1/02/2025

						My daughter had a private here and it was great! Very welcoming and improved on her skills.

Testimonials

RamaKrishnaChaitanya Bodapati
7/10/2025
				We’ve had an outstanding experience with You Reach I Teach Basketball Academy. From day one, the coaching staff has been professional, energetic, and deeply invested in each player’s growth. Coach Joel and the team are not only highly skilled but also know how to connect with kids at all levels—whether your child is brand new to the game or looking to take things to the next level.



The structure of the training is impressive. Sessions are focused and intense but always encouraging. The balance of discipline, skill development, and fun is exactly what young athletes need. My children have already shown noticeable improvement in confidence, ball-handling, and basketball IQ after just a few weeks.



What sets this academy apart is their commitment to individual growth. Even in group sessions, every player gets meaningful attention. They emphasize fundamentals, footwork, teamwork, and mental toughness—skills that go far beyond the court.



The facilities are clean and well-equipped, and the program options (private sessions, group workouts, shooting machine access, and camps) make it easy to find a schedule that works. Pricing is very fair for the quality of coaching you receive.



Whether your child is serious about competing or just wants to improve and have fun, this is one of the best basketball training programs in the DMV area. Highly recommend it!



—Rama
read moreread less
×
RamaKrishnaChaitanya Bodapati
7/10/2025

						We’ve had an outstanding experience with You Reach I Teach Basketball Academy. From day one, the coaching staff has been professional, energetic, and deeply invested in each player’s growth. Coach Joel and the team are not only highly skilled but also know how to connect with kids at all levels—whether your child is brand new to the game or looking to take things to the next level.



The structure of the training is impressive. Sessions are focused and intense but always encouraging. The balance of discipline, skill development, and fun is exactly what young athletes need. My children have already shown noticeable improvement in confidence, ball-handling, and basketball IQ after just a few weeks.



What sets this academy apart is their commitment to individual growth. Even in group sessions, every player gets meaningful attention. They emphasize fundamentals, footwork, teamwork, and mental toughness—skills that go far beyond the court.



The facilities are clean and well-equipped, and the program options (private sessions, group workouts, shooting machine access, and camps) make it easy to find a schedule that works. Pricing is very fair for the quality of coaching you receive.



Whether your child is serious about competing or just wants to improve and have fun, this is one of the best basketball training programs in the DMV area. Highly recommend it!



—Rama
					
Kellye Amor
7/09/2025
				This facility has earned our admiration. Joel is not only a friend but also a superior coach. The coaching team is remarkable, demonstrating exceptional skill. Jayden is learning a substantial amount of information in an impressively brief timeframe. He is, in fact, learning from the most elite professionals. The gym boasts a pleasant ambiance and impeccable cleanliness. People consistently express joy when visiting. We are deeply thankful for having found this exceptional establishment.
read moreread less
×
Kellye Amor
7/09/2025

						This facility has earned our admiration. Joel is not only a friend but also a superior coach. The coaching team is remarkable, demonstrating exceptional skill. Jayden is learning a substantial amount of information in an impressively brief timeframe. He is, in fact, learning from the most elite professionals. The gym boasts a pleasant ambiance and impeccable cleanliness. People consistently express joy when visiting. We are deeply thankful for having found this exceptional establishment.
					
Azadeh Jaberi
7/07/2025
				Great coaching, knowledgeable staff. My son loves going there and being encouraged to push his limits to develop and improve. I appreciate the individual care they put into training these kids. Wish I knew about this place sooner. Keep doing what you do!
read moreread less
×
Azadeh Jaberi
7/07/2025

						Great coaching, knowledgeable staff. My son loves going there and being encouraged to push his limits to develop and improve. I appreciate the individual care they put into training these kids. Wish I knew about this place sooner. Keep doing what you do!
					
Edwin Pratt
7/06/2025
				They helped my son understand his footwork and his handling while also including shoot drills, I definitely recommend for new players
read moreread less
×
Edwin Pratt
7/06/2025

						They helped my son understand his footwork and his handling while also including shoot drills, I definitely recommend for new players
					
Hyojeong Yang
7/05/2025
				My son loves going youreachiteach. My son received personal attention, proper training. He improved so much over the year. Unlimited group lesson is  definitely worth for money. Strongly recommend.
read moreread less
×
Hyojeong Yang
7/05/2025

						My son loves going youreachiteach. My son received personal attention, proper training. He improved so much over the year. Unlimited group lesson is  definitely worth for money. Strongly recommend.
					
Michael O
4/15/2025
				Great facility, great team, teach valuable skills and would recommend  to anyone, child to adult to get better at basketball
read moreread less
×
Michael O
4/15/2025

						Great facility, great team, teach valuable skills and would recommend  to anyone, child to adult to get better at basketball
					
J Igwe
1/02/2025
				You Reach I Teach is the best training academy in the DMV area. If you want to take your game to the next level, You Reach I Teach is the best place.
read moreread less
×
J Igwe
1/02/2025

						You Reach I Teach is the best training academy in the DMV area. If you want to take your game to the next level, You Reach I Teach is the best place.
					
Kevin W
1/02/2025
				The whole coaching staff is amazing!!  They are topnotch teachers, super patient but highly disciplined. They make the lessons fun but keep the kids super focused and engaged. My son got so much better in two months with them and has fallen in love with basketball. Extra props to Coach Teeko, Marquis and Christian. The owner Joel runs a great program!!  Can’t recommend YRIT enough!!
read moreread less
×
Kevin W
1/02/2025

						The whole coaching staff is amazing!!  They are topnotch teachers, super patient but highly disciplined. They make the lessons fun but keep the kids super focused and engaged. My son got so much better in two months with them and has fallen in love with basketball. Extra props to Coach Teeko, Marquis and Christian. The owner Joel runs a great program!!  Can’t recommend YRIT enough!!
					
Brittany Mcglaughlin
1/02/2025
				Only after a few private lessons my daughter’s confidence has improved on the court ALOT! She is consistently scoring and her footwork is sooo much better!
read moreread less
×
Brittany Mcglaughlin
1/02/2025

						Only after a few private lessons my daughter’s confidence has improved on the court ALOT! She is consistently scoring and her footwork is sooo much better!
					

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Skill Development

Our basketball training programs concentrate on the fundamentals of basketball, ball handling, basketball shooting drills, defensive skills, strength and conditioning, team building, and a combination of much more. We provide a positive environment for athletes of all skill levels to ignite their passion for basketball.

Basketball Lessons

When you’re dedicated to putting in the work to achieve your goals, anything is possible! At You Reach I Teach Basketball Academy, we invest in every athlete, no matter their ability level, to help them reach their highest potential. We offer an optimistic environment where our coaches lead by example, being positive role models committed to challenging, encouraging, and advocating for our players.

We strive to provide a supportive and optimistic environment for all of our athletes, regardless of their current ability level. Our experienced coaches act as positive role models, inspiring our players to challenge themselves and strive for greatness. We are committed to advocating for our athletes and helping them reach their full potential both on and off the court.

Professional Athletes

Started in 2016 by former professional basketball standout Joel Barkers, our mission is simple yet important: To provide a strong mentoring, safe, educational, and nurturing athletic environment for children and adults.

At You Reach I Teach Basketball Academy:

Our program is founded and led by an experienced and respected athlete, ensuring quality coaching and mentorship for all participants.
We prioritize safety in all aspects of our training goals, giving peace of mind to parents and participants alike.
Our focus on education and personal growth through athletics sets us apart from other sports programs.
Our welcoming and supportive community provides a nurturing environment for all levels of athletes to thrive.
Both children and adults can benefit from our basketball training style program, offering opportunities for intergenerational bonding and growth.

You Reach I Teach
Basketball Programs

We understand that many of life’s most vital lessons of perseverance, collaboration, and positivity can be taught and reinforced on and off the basketball court. We welcome athletes ages 5 and up to a wide variety of age and skill-appropriate basketball camps, single and multi-day clinics, private 1-on-1 skills training, and organized group sessions.

If your child has a passion for basketball, You Reach I Teach is here to help them reach the ultimate goal of being the best basketball player they can be, every step of the way! We offer basketball classes near me, basketball camp, basketball drills, and comprehensive basketball training all over Maryland including these zip codes: 20830, 20707, 20817, 20855, 20810, 20847, 20901, 20851, 20874, 20814, 20853, 20814, 20886.

So, if you need the best basketball training in Montgomery County, MD, then contact You Reach I Teach Basketball Academy today and start basketball instruction tomorrow!