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Soul Level Athletics

$60/hour
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Responds in about 3 hours


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About
My name is Chris Johnson, a professional basketball trainer with experience competing at the high school, collegiate, and international professional levels. I played four years of varsity basketball, three years at the college level, and earned NAIA All-American honors in 2017. I have played professionally in Mexico, Canada, Spain, Indonesia, Malta, and across Europe, along with experience in the NBA G League (2020). Training and competing in multiple systems has allowed me to develop a well-rounded, adaptable approach to player development. I specialize in basketball training, skill development, conditioning, and basketball IQ improvement for athletes of all levels—beginner, youth, high school, and college players. My training focuses on: • Ball handling and scoring development • Shooting mechanics and consistency • Game-speed drills and decision-making • Strength, conditioning, and endurance • Offensive and defensive basketball IQ Each session is structured to be game-realistic, efficient, and tailored to the athlete’s goals. I focus on building confidence, discipline, and consistent improvement through proven training methods used at higher levels of play. If you’re looking for a basketball trainer near you who prioritizes development, structure, and results, I’m here to help you take your game to the next level. Train smarter. Play faster. Elevate your game.
Overview

Hired 16 times

1 similar job done near you

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1 employee

7 years in business

Business hours

Sun5:00 am - 4:00 pmMon5:00 am - 8:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Google Pay, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2025

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2023

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2022

Services offered

Specific skill(s)

Shooting

Ball handling

Rebounding

Passing

Work location

My customers travel to me

I travel to my customers

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Marilyn Y.

Oct 19, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

It was my first time on the court, and Chris was amazing! He made learning the rules and do’s and don’ts of basketball super easy to understand. I had such a great time and actually feel like I know how to play now — definitely a great coach!! 😊

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Dominique L.

4 weeks ago

From Google

My 53 daughter started working with Coach Chris in middle school when she decided to play basketball for the first time. He provides 1 on 1 and group sessions. He works with your schedule and will travel to you. Through his coaching she learned the game and made her middle school and now high school frosh team. They work on conditioning, ball handling, shooting and development of defensive and offensive IQ. She appreciates his patient and laid back coaching style. He is easy to communicate with. I recommend him if you are interested in a private coach.
Soul Level Athletics's reply
Thank you, I appreciate it! It’s been great working with your daughter and seeing her improve. Proud of her and excited for what’s next!
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Marc H.

4 weeks ago

From Google

Coach Chris embodies the mindset and work ethic needed to succeed in basketball and in life. He'll push you and you'll always learn something in his sessions but it's up to you to listen and put the time in to practice and improve. He's great with kids and knows when to be firm and when to have fun. You're in good hands with Coach Chris!
Soul Level Athletics's reply
Thank you for your kind words and support. The goal is to always try to push each player to grow both on and off the court, while making sure they enjoy the process too. I’m grateful for the trust, and I’m glad to be part of the journey.
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Berj A.

Mar 16, 2026

From Google

Our family and team met Coach Chris about four years ago at a park. He came over and assisted me in coaching my daughters team without asking for anything in return. He saw kids that needed guidance in basketball and a father trying to coach them. I had been coaching them for two years prior to meeting coach Chris and I guess I really did nothing in those two years as they learned more and were more capable in three months with Coach Chris then they were in two years with me.Chris started running clinics with the kids one to two times a week and really focused on fundamentals, core values, hard work, discipline, and playing the game the right way (not like Luka!). The kids became accountable to one another, started communicating during games, taking practice seriously, and hitting their shots!Coach Chris was always very professional, on time, friendly, and loved by the kids. We always felt safe with Coach Chris around and so much so that my son asked that he run a practice during his 7th birthday party a few weeks ago. All the parents loved him and obviously so did the kids.Thank you Coach Chris for all you hard work and dedication!
Soul Level Athletics's reply
I truly appreciate your 5-star review and support! Thank you for trusting Soul Level Athletics with your basketball training. Seeing athletes improve their skills, work ethic, and love for the game is exactly why I do what we do.
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Francesca O.

Mar 7, 2026

From Google

Coach Chris Johnson is the very best coach my son has ever had and given how obsessed with sports my son is, weve Ive worked with countless coaches over my sons almost 14 years. Coach Chris has trained him not only in basketball and weight-lifting/calisthenic fitness, but mentally in leading with a strong, healthy, positive mind. Coach Chris himself is a highly discipled professional who ours the work into his own body and mind and has generously shared his years of training experience and what peak performance truly means as a human being and athlete. Coach Chris should have made the NBA but instead hes made a world of difference being my kids coach and the coach and trainer to many lucky kids and adults. Im looking forward to having Chris in our lives for years to come as hes truly been a gift and inspiration to our growing boy.
Soul Level Athletics's reply
Thank you for your kind feedback and support. I truly appreciate you sharing your experience and your very kind words.
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