Build the foundation for unshakeable court confidence.
The ultimate foundational guide for new players to master ball control, build elite hand-eye coordination, and fall in love with the game.
The whole program, in your pocket.
Every drill, session, and milestone lives inside our training app — built so beginners (and the parents helping them) always know exactly what to do next.
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See how it works.
A quick behind-the-scenes tour of the app: finding your program, starting a workout, and watching every drill demonstrated in real time.
HD video drill library
Every move broken down with multiple angles and slow-mo so kids can mimic the technique exactly.
Guided sessions, 3 days/week
Open the app, hit play, follow along. Ten focused minutes per session, three days a week — zero planning required.
Progressive skill paths
Drills adapt as your player levels up — from first dribble to game-speed combos.
Progress tracking
Streaks, reps, and skill milestones — visible wins that keep kids coming back tomorrow.
Skill challenges
Weekly challenges turn practice into a game and reveal exactly what to work on next.
Train anywhere
Driveway, garage, gym, hotel room — the whole program lives on your phone.
Basketball can be overwhelming At First
The passes are rushed, the turnovers pile up, and the confidence drops. It doesn't have to stay that way.
The struggle
- Only confident with their dominant hand — the other hand feels foreign.
- Gets stripped or turns it over under any real pressure.
- Loses control when the game speeds up.
The solution
- Equally comfortable with both hands — no more weak side to exploit.
- Protects the ball with body and pace so defenders can't reach it.
- Stays in control in transition and finishes balanced at the rim.
The problem isn't effort. It's never having a plan that actually builds on itself.
10 minutes. 3 days a week. 4 weeks.
That's it. Open the app, press play, and do the workout in the driveway, the garage, or the living room. Every session builds on the last one, so your player always knows what's next and why it matters.
The ball starts to feel like it belongs to them. Their head comes up, they stop panicking under pressure, and the game slows down.
The ball goes everywhere they go. Driveway after dinner, dribbling through the kitchen, one more rep before bed. They fall in love with the game.
Coaching the next generation of confident players.
I'm Josh Meader, founder of Rising Lion Fitness. What started as a few driveway sessions has grown into a basketball training program that now develops players across the world.
Day to day, I run in-person skills training, camps, clinics, leagues, men's leagues, and club teams — coaching players of every age and skill level, from first-time dribblers to college-bound guards.
This program is the same system I teach in the gym, rebuilt for the driveway so any beginner — and any parent — can follow along. Ten minutes at a time, with a plan.
What families are saying.
“If you are looking for high quality basketball training that delivers real results and fosters a love for the game, Rising Lion is your place!”
“Coach Josh is such a positive force of nature. Both of my kids went to his camp and although they have different skill and interest levels, they both LOVED it! I highly recommend anything Rising Lion is doing!”
“Coach Josh fosters a positive environment that encourages growth and teamwork all while having fun. Josh and his crew are wonderful role models to young athletes and we highly recommend Rising Lion Fitness.”
“They make the learning experience so much fun and competitive. I would 10/10 recommend this program to any parent wanting to help their child grow in the game of basketball. I wish I had this when I was a kid!!!”
“Fantastic and positive experience through and through! Any kid that wants to play ball and learn all they can… this is for you!”
“Josh and his team are awesome with all the kids and teach them so much!! My son has loved all of the Rising Lions clinics and it has really helped his game.”
“Rising Lion Fitness has been a great place for my kids to develop their agility, strength, footwork, and skills. RL offers a good variety of challenging training options.”
“Josh and the other coaches have such a natural and easy-going manner with kids that foster an environment where kids are excited about learning, working hard and getting better.”
“The aim of reaching 2000 made baskets was excellent and a perspective of elite shooters. Thank you for the great energy, kindness, and skills.”
One program.
One payment.
Yours forever.
One payment. Lifetime access. The complete system that builds real basketball skills from the ground up.
Ball Handling — Beginners
- 4-week structured plan
- 40+ guided ball handling drills
- HD video breakdowns
- 10-minute sessions
- Progressive difficulty
- Progress tracker
- Train anywhere
- Lifetime access
Questions, answered.
What ages is this for?+
Beginners ages 6–14.
What equipment do we need?+
A basketball and a flat surface — driveway, garage, or backyard.
How fast will we see results?+
Most parents notice better coordination within two weeks. By week four, it shows on the court.
How long do we have access?+
Forever. One payment, lifetime access.
Give them the foundation to stand out.
Ten minutes a day. Four weeks. A confident player ready to lead the play instead of hide from it.