Youth Basketball Programs

Youth basketball players of all skill levels will benefit from School of Hoops Director and Coach Andre Lockhart’s instruction and guidance as they learn new skills, show what they know in competitions and play as part of a team.

Click on a link, in the below list, to take you directly to your program of interest:

 

School of Hoops Tot Basketball

Body Zone’s tot basketball program welcomes hundreds of toddlers every year and is often their first sports playing experience. Our classes teach the basics like dribbling, passing and shooting. And our goal is to create a fun, positive and non-competitive experience that promotes social interaction, physical activity and confidence.

School of Hoops Tot Basketball is directed by Andre Lockhart, Body Zone’s School of Hoops youth basketball program director. Andre and his team of adult coaches can’t wait to bring their love of the game to your little movers!

Children must be three years old before the start of the session in order to participate. No equipment needed, just sneakers and a water bottle! Please note: Players may be moved up or down after the first class based on the coach’s discretion.

Registration limited to 25 participants.

Available Sessions: January Session:  January 4, 11, 18, 25
  February Session:  February 1, 8, 15, 22
Age groups/times:  Ages 3-4: 9:00 – 9:45 AM
Ages 5-6: 10:00 – 10:45 AM
Fee:
 $60 for four 45-minute classes

$45 for three 45-minute classes

$30 drop-in fee (call first to check availability: 610-376-2100)

*Make up classes not permitted.
Register:
 Use Body Zone’s Online Portal — click here
After you register for the first time, go mobile! Get our Body Zone app for easy future registrations. Learn more about our app here.

School of Hoops Player Development Clinics For Ages 7-14 & All Skill Levels |  Details & Registration

School of Hoops clinics grow basketball skills and knowledge of the game for all levels of ability. Whether your child is an emerging or established player, this is the program for them. Coach Andre Lockhart’s expert instruction and attention take their love and talent for the sport to the next level. Add sports performance training to their basketball experience with School of Fit.

Please note:  New participants are welcome at every session — prior session participation is not a requirement. 

Special Details:

  • Six one-hour basketball clinics for boys and girls in three age groups with School of Hoops Director/Coach Andre Lockhart, teaching the game of basketball to all skill levels at an organized level.
  • Clinics grow understanding of the rules of the game and offensive and defensive skills and concepts.
  • Clinics will include skill development drills as well as scrimmage game time.
  • Excellent player to coach ratio for more personalized attention.
  • Proper basketball attire should be worn (athletic shorts, t-shirt or jersey and basketball sneakers).
  • Full-session participants receive a School of Hoops t-shirt.
Winter Session I  
Day/Dates: Saturdays / January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8
Ages 7 & 8 meets from: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages 9-11 meets from: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Ages 12-14 meets from: 
 1:00 – 2:00 PM
 Fee:
 $225 for six-week session | Weekly drop-in fee: $50 (please call Body Zone Guest Services to check availability: 610-376-2100

*Make up classes not permitted.
Register:
 Use Body Zone’s Online Portal — click here
After you register for the first time, go mobile! Get our Body Zone app for easy future registrations. Learn more about our app here.

School of Hoops 5v5 League For Ages 12-17 & COED | Winter 2025

Body Zone’s 5v5 winter league is for girls and boys in age groups 12-14 and 15-17.  The league features a showcase for player evaluation followed by a seven-week (seven games) regular season, playoff and championship games.  All teams play no less than eight games with a ninth game for those who make it to the championship.  Game format: four 10-minute quarters. 

PLEASE NOTE:  Registration for the 15-17 age group is now closed.  We are still accepting registrations for the 12-14 group.

League Information For Ages 12-14  
Showcase date and time: Saturday, December 14 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM
League dates and time Saturdays from 3:00 – 5:00 PM on these dates: January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, playoff game on February 22 and championship game on March 1
League Information For Ages 15-17:  
Showcase date and time: Saturday, December 14 from 2:30 – 4:30 PM
League dates and time:  Saturdays from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on these dates: January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, playoff game on February 22 and championship game on March 1
Fee: $175/player.  Includes PIAA referee fees and team uniform
Register:
 Use Body Zone’s Online Portal — click here
After you register for the first time, go mobile! Get our Body Zone app for easy future registrations. Learn more about our app here.

Additional Important League Information:

– At time of registration portal account creation, please make sure you are using your parent/guardian email and not your child’s email.
– Please read our 5v5 League Code of Conduct for players and spectators
– Players may request to play on the same team, and we will try our best to honor your request. If you would like to play with a certain group of players, please contact Andre Lockhart
– Teams are coached by volunteers. Interested in coaching? Please contact Andre Lockhart.

School of Hoops Spring Tournament Team For 15U & 18U Players

Body Zone’s School of Hoops Tournament Team is for players 15U and 18U to play in local tournaments and compete against other traveling basketball teams from Berks County and other areas. 

15U Tryout Information: Sunday, February 23: 12:30 – 2:30 PM
18U Tryout Information: Sunday, February 23: 2:30 – 4:30 PM
15U Practice Dates: Mondays: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, June 2 from 

and 

Wednesdays: March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11

6:00 – 8:00 PM
18U Practice Dates: Tuesdays: March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, June 3, 10

and 

Thursdays: March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5, 12

6:00 – 8:00 PM
Tournaments: Saint Classic Tournament (Berks Catholic HS): April 25-27

Battle at Hawk Hill Tournament (Hamburg HS): May 2-4

Raider Shootout (Twin Valley HS): May 17-18

Exeter Summer Kick Off Tournament (Exeter HS): June 13-15
Tryout Fee: $25 
Tryout Fee Registration: Click here 
Tournament Team Fee: $750/player for: (27) two-hour practice sessions, (4) tournaments and team uniform.   Team registration will open after tryouts.

School of Hoops Open Runs/Pick-Up Games – Coed & Ages 12-14 | Details & Registration

Open Runs are organized pick-up games offering separate sessions for girls and boys ages 12-14.  Games are open to the public and give kids the opportunity to work on developing their game, meet others in the basketball community and have fun!  Every session is led/supervised by a Body Zone School of Hoops staff member. Every Open Run is limited to 20 participants.  Advance registration is required.  

November Open Runs: Sundays/ December 15, 22, January 5, 12, 19, 26
Time: 11:15 AM – 12: 45 PM
Fee:
 $12 via advance online registration. Walk-ins should call first to check availability: 610-376-2100. Cancellation policy: no refunds or account credit within 24 hours of your scheduled session.
Register:
 Use Body Zone’s Online Portal — click here
After you register for the first time, go mobile! Get our Body Zone app for easy future registrations. Learn more about our app here.

School of Hoops Private & Small Group Basketball Lessons

Lessons are designed to help kids get the individualized attention and skill work they need to take their basketball game to the next level.  Lesson are led by Andre Lockhart, Body Zone trainer and School of Hoops director. 50-minute sessions.

Please note:
– Payment and a credit card on file is due at the time of booking.
– Cancellations inside of 24 hours of your scheduled lesson will be charged 100% of your lesson fee.

Private Lessons (1:1)
 $50
Small Group (2:1)
 $45/player
Small Group (3:1)
 $40/player (maximum of three players only)

To schedule a lesson, please contact Andre Lockhart (610-376-2100).
 

Meet Body Zone’s School of Hoops Coaching Team

Andre Lockhart, School of Hoops Director and Body Zone Personal Trainer
Coach Andre is the Director/Founder of School of Hoops youth basketball programs at Body Zone. His passion for basketball has been realized as a long-time player, coach and organizer of many community programs. He is also a Body Zone Trainer and full-time member of our professional fitness staff. He helps so many populations at Body Zone improve their lives through fitness and sport whether he’s working with our Rock Steady Boxing program for people with Parkinson’s disease or showing a young child how to dribble a ball for the first time. Learn more about Andre here >>

Chris Warren
Coach Chris started playing basketball at a very young age. As soon as he was able to walk his mother put a basketball in his hand. He fell in love with the game as a child and was inspired by watching Allen Iverson (his favorite player) play for the Philadelphia 76ers (his favorite team). He was a three-year starting point guard at Berks Catholic High School and he played Division lll basketball at Albright College. Chris began coaching after suffering a few season-ending injuries as a player. Coaching allows him to connect with players and give them the insights and encouragement he would want if he were a player.

 

Questions about School of Hoops Youth Basketball Programs at Body Zone? Contact Andre Lockhart: alockhart@bodyzonesports.com