Contacts: Coach Rashad Gadson (703) 899-9411

Coach Thomas Gadson (703) 725-4878

WELCOME TO VIRGINIA ELITE BASKETBALL TRAINING PROGRAM

Our Basketball Training Programs are designed for players are based on their basketball skill capabilities. We understand through experience that skill development is more than dribbling a ball around chairs or conducting shooting drills without a purpose and without expected results. Our unique program is designed to fully develop an athletes’ overall performance and enhance their ability to perform.   

General training is based on the participants input or simply we prepare the training sessions from our own experiences the get the best results. Each session lasts 60 to 90 minutes to ensure the necessary time needed for the player to understand, develop, and improve their skill set.

Our program covers shooting Mechanics (off catch, off dribble), Jab Step Series, Dribble Separation, Weak Hand Development, Finishing, Advanced Dribble Scoring Methods, Moving Without the Ball, Post and Perimeter Work, Triple Threat Separation, Footwork, Seeing the Floor, Physical and Muscle Conditioning, Defensive Work, Team Chemistry, Leadership, Basketball IQ, and much more. 





Rashad Gadson, Lead Trainer

Coach Gadson has a proven track record for improving players skills through a strategic basketball performance process. Additionally, his work with some of the premier high school players in the area have resulted in over 95% to receive college scholarships.

Many of the Junior Level player  that have attended our sessions have and are very successful at the high school level.

As the assistant coach for Virgnia Elite Under Amour Grassroots basketball teams, Coach Gadson is responsible for player development and skill enhancement. Many of the current players he works with are ranked in the state (VA) and nationally.

Individual and Group sessions are aimed to improve all aspects of every basketball player’s game. All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to collegiate bound players.

From improvement on defense to achieving perfect shooting form, our basketball trainer will give every basketball player the proper attention to help every athlete reach his or her goals. 

Our Basketball skills training program includes:
- Shooting Form Development
- Ball Handling
- Perimeter Game
- Post Game
- Basketball Focused Strength and Speed Program

Locations and Facilities

We are strategically located throughout Northern Virginia to ensure we provide locations that are safe and convenient for athletes and their families to enjoy the experience of attending each training session.

Weekday Session Booking (Wednesday and Thursdays)

Weekday (Monday - Thursday) sessions must be booked by contacting Coach Rashad Gadson at (703) 899-9411

Weekend Session booking (Saturday and Sundays)

  • Training Session Registration

specialized training - Point Guard and Scoring

Point and Scoring Guard are collectively referred to as a basketball team’s backcourt and are commonly the players that advance the ball into the side of the court on which their team is attempting to score. The shooting guard is typically responsible for scoring the most points between the two guards, while the point guard is expected to create plays by passing the ball to open players, such as the forwards and center. Usually, these responsibilities vary based upon the type of defense the opposing team uses and, on the strengths, and weaknesses of opposing players.

specialized training - front court

Small Forward, Power Forward and Center position are collectively designated as a basketball team’s frontcourt. Typically, these players play near the baseline, which is the out-of-bounds line under each basket.

On offense, these players constantly move from one side of the key to the other in an attempt to free themselves to take an open shot. When used in relation to these players, the term frontcourt usually refers to their offensive responsibilities, but also carries implications to the players they defend. 

PLAYER ASSESSMENT COST

  • $50.00 One Time Fee
  • Duration 30 minutes

General Individual or specialize Training Cost

  • $ 65.00 Per Session
  • Package 4 Session: $260.00
  • Duration 1 hour

General GROUP or team training cost

  • $ 75.00 Per Session
  • Package 4 Sessions: $280.00
  • Duration 1 hour

PLAYER ASSESSMENT


Under the direction of our Strength and Conditioning Program, the development of players physical abilities is a key factor and one of the most important features of the program. We employ Speed, Agility & Quickness program to enhance individuals to improve as athletes by focusing on coordination, form and techniques which we will transition to the basketball court. 

Duration: 30 Minutes

By Appointment Only by contacting Coach Rashad Gadson

** The results of this assessment provide key data metrics that enables the coaching staff to map out a development program.

Individual or specialize Training


Individual sessions are for players who seek 1 on 1 attention to maximize their skill development. These workouts are designed to replicate the pressure of game speed situations and assist in the execution of basic and advanced fundamentals under that pressure. We encourage our athletes to get out of their comfort zones and make mistakes as a part of the learning and developmental process. These sessions are the most intense workouts we offer.

Duration: 60 Minutes 

Monthly Sessions: 4 Required

Scheduled Session

  • Weekday by Appointment by contacting Coach Rashad Gadson
  • Saturday 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Sunday 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Weekend Special Times by appointment
Fundemental Training 
  • Boys & Girls 1st - 8th
  • Recreational, CYO, Beginner

Advance Basketball Training

  • Boys & Girls 5th - 12th
  • Travel, AAU, High School and College

Group or team Training


Groups rarely focus on individual skill development, instead, their primary focus is on the offensive system being ran, but if you can't pass, can't pivot, and can't dribble, it doesn't matter what offense is run as even the best of those systems are ineffective without execution of proper fundamental skills. Our training sessions are geared toward developing individual skills within a team environment using that team's concepts and philosophies.

Min Team players: 5

Duration: 60 Minutes 

Monthly Sessions: 4 Required 

Scheduled Session

  • Weekday by Appointment by contacting Coach Rashad Gadson
  • Saturday 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Sunday 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Weekend Special Times by appointment
Fundemental Training 
  • Boys & Girls 1st - 8th
  • Recreational, CYO, Beginner

Advance Basketball Training

  • Boys & Girls 5th - 12th
  • Travel, AAU, High School and College


Virginia Elite serves all parts of Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., Maryland and West Virginia. The premier AAU Grassroots Basketball program in Northern Virginia. Established in 2008 Virginia Elite has maintain a level of excellence that has resulted in many players playing at the highest level of high school and collegiate basketball.

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