100% Free training session · Wednesdays & Fridays
Give your athlete the coaching that changes the game.
One free hour on the court with Coach Brandon Clyburn, the same pro-level training our Regional Team runs every week. Real skill work. Real confidence. Zero cost.
- Starts August 26
- Wed & Fri · 5:30 to 6:30 PM
- Be The 1 Academy gym, Manassas
- 100% free, no card required
FREE
No cost. No commitment. Just show up ready to work.
Your athlete's coach
Coached by someone who's played the game and lived it.
Coach Brandon Clyburn is a former college basketball player and the Head Coach of Be The 1 Academy's Regional Team. For more than 8 years he has developed youth and elite athletes across the DMV, and he is known for one thing above all: turning raw talent into coachable, high-IQ players who are ready for the next level.
8+
Years coaching youth & elite athletes
D1
Former college player
IQ
Specialist in defense & game IQ
“I don't just want your kid to get better at basketball. I want them to walk out of my gym more disciplined, more confident, and more sure of who they are.”
Skills. Basketball IQ. Discipline. Confidence. Every drill in the free session is built to move the needle on all four, because that is what carries an athlete from the driveway to the varsity roster and beyond.
Why parents sign up
More than a workout.
A head start.
Most youth practices are 60 minutes of standing in line. Ours is 60 minutes of purpose. Here's what your athlete walks away with.
Sharper skills, faster
Ball-handling, footwork, finishing and shooting mechanics broken down the way college programs teach them, at a level your athlete can actually absorb.
Parents notice: cleaner form within weeks
Basketball IQ
Reading the floor, spacing, defensive positioning and decision-making. Coach Clyburn's specialty, and the thing that separates players who make teams from players who make plays.
Parents notice: they start seeing the game differently
Discipline & confidence
High standards, clear expectations, and coaching that respects the athlete. Kids rise to it. The confidence follows them into the classroom and at home.
Parents notice: better focus, better attitude
A clear next step
Whether the goal is making the middle school team or playing in college, your athlete leaves with an honest read on where they are and what to work on.
Parents notice: a plan instead of guesswork
Small groups, real reps
Every athlete gets touches, corrections and eye contact from the coach. No one gets lost at the back of the line.
Parents notice: their kid actually gets coached
A pathway into Be The 1
The free session is how families meet us. Athletes who love it can be evaluated for our Middle School, Regional and National teams. No pressure either way.
Parents notice: options they didn't know existed
What the hour looks like
60 minutes,
zero wasted reps.
Every session follows a pro-style structure so athletes know what's coming and parents can see the progression.
5:30
10 min
Dynamic warm-up & footwork
Injury-prevention movement prep and the footwork patterns every skill is built on.
5:40
15 min
Ball-handling & skill station
Two-ball work, change of pace, finishing through contact. Coach corrects form live.
5:55
15 min
Shooting mechanics
Form, balance and release, then game-speed reps off the catch and off the dribble.
6:10
15 min
IQ & competitive play
Small-sided games with a purpose. Reading defenders, spacing, making the right decision under pressure.
6:25
5 min
Wrap-up & feedback
Every athlete gets one thing they did well and one thing to work on. Parents are welcome to listen in.
What to bring
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Indoor basketball shoes -
Water bottle -
Athletic clothes -
Their own ball if they have one -
Arrive 10 min early
Session details
When, where,
and how to get in.
Starts Wednesday, August 26
Then every Wednesday & Friday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Be The 1 Academy Gym
8302 Spruce St, Manassas, VA 20111
Coach Brandon Clyburn
Lead Coach · Regional Team Head Coach
Cost: $0
No card, no trial subscription, no catch
Who it's for
Boys & girls, roughly grades 4 to 12, all levels
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Can't make Aug 26? Pick any Wednesday or Friday session on the form.
Real families
What parents say
after the first session.
★★★★★
“Bethel transformed my son from a talented player into a disciplined student-athlete. The coaches truly care about the whole person, not just the game.”
★★★★★
“I went from not knowing college prep to having three scholarship offers. This program gave me confidence, strong direction, and a clear roadmap for my future.”
★★★★★
“My daughter walked in nervous and walked out asking when she could come back. Coach Clyburn coached her hard and made her feel like she belonged.”
Questions parents ask
Everything you need to know.
Is it really free? What's the catch?
Yes, completely free. There is no card, no trial subscription, and nothing to cancel. The free session is how we introduce families to Be The 1 Academy. If your athlete loves it, we'll tell you about our teams. If not, you've still had a great hour of coaching.
What ages and skill levels can attend?
The session is built for boys and girls from roughly 4th through 12th grade, beginners through competitive players. Athletes are grouped by age and level so everyone gets appropriate reps. Not sure your child fits? Register and note it on the form; Coach Clyburn will reach out.
Can my athlete come more than once?
Yes. Sessions run every Wednesday and Friday from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Register for the first one and we'll let you know how to keep coming while spots last.
Do parents stay?
You're welcome to stay and watch from the sideline, and many parents do. You're also welcome to drop off and pick up at 6:30. Either way, Coach will share what he saw at the end of the session.
What should my athlete bring?
Indoor basketball shoes, athletic clothes, a water bottle, and their own ball if they have one. Please arrive 10 minutes early for check-in.
Where exactly is the gym?
Be The 1 Academy is at 8302 Spruce St, Manassas, VA 20111, an easy drive from Northern Virginia and the DC metro area. Parking is available on site.
What if we register and can't make it?
No problem. Reply to your confirmation text or email and we'll move you to another Wednesday or Friday. We just ask for a heads-up so another athlete can take the spot.
Starts August 26 · Spots are limited
Every great player started with one session.
Give your athlete an hour with a coach who will push them, teach them, and believe in them. It costs nothing, and it might change everything.
Free · Wed & Fri, 5:30 to 6:30 PM · Manassas, VA · Be The 1.