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atlas basketball academy · phase 05 · may 2026 live now

train with
purpose.

our april “run & gun” shooting phase is almost over. our next phase takes inspiration from the championship glory days of the 96–98 bulls. our three pillars — mid-range, footwork, teamwork — will teach athletes what it takes to build a dynasty.

8 sessions · 15 home drills · 4 weeks · ages 7–14
what is aba

not a camp.
a real system.

year-round
structured
progressive

atlas basketball academy is a structured, year-round development system built for athletes who want consistent growth — not random workouts.

every athlete is placed in a lab matched to their age and skill level. every month brings a new development phase inspired by nba eras. every session has purpose.

we don’t just run drills. we teach the modern game.

what it is
monthly membership · consistent training · earned progression
what it isn’t
seasonal camp · random drop-in · guaranteed results
2
training labs
rookie · rotation
2x
per week
mon & wed · 5:30–7:00 pm
12
evolution phases
one per month · nba-era inspired
7-14
age range
placed by skill, not just age
ABA · phase 05 · may 2026 · evolution phase

3-peat
training.

mid-range. footwork. teamwork. the three pillars that built a dynasty — now the foundation for every athlete in atlas basketball academy’s may evolution phase. inspired by the 1991–93 chicago bulls. 8 sessions. 4 weeks. one championship standard.

full program details
phase 05 · may 2026
3-peat
training
inspired by the 91-93 bulls
ages 7–14 rookie · rotation 8 sessions 15 home drills 6 family drills may 4 – may 27
week 01 · s01–s02
mid-range foundations
like mike
“the shot they forgot. the shot that wins.”
shot mechanics balance & base elbow shooting free throw form
week 02 · s03–s04
footwork mastery
pivot point
“your feet are your foundation. nothing works without them.”
jump stop forward pivot jab step drop step side step
week 03 · s05–s06
teamwork & reads
triangle tradition
“three players. one shot. zero ego.”
spacing v-cut give-and-go 3-on-3 reads passing angles
week 04 · s07–s08 · championship
integration · championship week
the 3-peat
“winning once is luck. winning three times is a standard.”
full integration live game reps 3-on-3 awards ceremony
go deeper · dedicated program page
explore the full 3-peat playbook.

get the complete program breakdown — every drill, every home workout, the family drill calendar, the full session-by-session schedule, coach intros, badge criteria, and direct enrollment. everything you need to commit your athlete to the may evolution phase.

view 3-peat training page
the training structure

find the right lab.

every athlete is placed by atlas staff based on age, skill, and readiness. explore each lab below.

ages approx. 7–9

rookie lab

foundation + confidence

the rookie lab is where the love of the game starts. young athletes build fundamentals that carry them through their entire basketball career — with emphasis on fun, confidence, and correct habits from day one.

  • coordination & athletic movement
  • shooting form & ball control
  • spacing basics & court awareness
  • confidence building & coachability
lab goal
build love of the game and strong fundamentals that transfer to every level.
monthly evolution

structure stays consistent.
focus evolves.

each month brings a new development phase inspired by nba eras. athletes train through the history of the game — year-round.

april 2026

run & gun phase

pace · spacing · fearless shooting
may 2026

3-peat training

mid-range · footwork · teamwork · 91-93 bulls
live now
june 2026

showtime phase

transition · confidence · flair
july 2026

heat culture

conditioning · discipline · toughness
august 2026

system execution

iq · precision · team concepts
the coaching staff

coaches who’ve been there.

every coach on the aba staff brings a different layer — clinical expertise, skill development, and elite performance experience.

ABA — Adrian Mercado

adrian mercado

NASM-CPT · aba head trainer

skill development · system coach

certified personal trainer and aba’s lead skill coach. runs the day-to-day training sessions, manages lab progressions, and executes the monthly curriculum phases with athletes across all labs.

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ABA — Jaire Roberts

jaire roberts

D1/D2 · pro contract (lanus)

performance coach · energy & connection

played at the d1/d2 level and holds a professional contract with lanus buenos aires. brings real-game experience to every session and connects with athletes in a way that makes the work feel personal.

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ABA — Dr. Julian Penaranda

dr. julian penaranda

PT, DPT · founder & owner

clinical authority · program architect

doctor of physical therapy and founder of atlas hoops. built aba from the ground up — the curriculum, the lab system, and the philosophy. brings a clinical lens to athlete development that goes beyond basketball.

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membership includes

more than training.
a development system.

structured weekly training

consistent lab placement, progressive curriculum, and staff-led accountability. your athlete follows a system — not random workouts.

monthly evolution phases

new development theme every month, inspired by the evolution of nba basketball. structure stays consistent — focus evolves.

clear progression pathway

lab advancement is staff-directed, based on readiness and standards. earned progression — no entitlement, no guessing.

digital badge recognition

monthly badges for completing evolution phases. visible milestones recognizing effort, attendance, and engagement.

priority registration

early access to specialty camps, tournaments, and limited-capacity events — before public release.

discounted training

member pricing on private and small group training reduces your long-term development costs.

private
public $75
member $65
small group
public $25
member $20
not sure yet?

try a single session
for $25.

no commitment. drop into one session, see the coaching staff, experience the environment, and decide from there.

25 single session drop-in
one session, one court, real coaching. if you love it, apply your drop-in toward your first month of membership.
questions

the ones parents
actually ask.

how does my child get placed in a lab?
every athlete is assessed by aba staff based on age, skill, and readiness. we'll meet with you and place your child where they'll grow most.
is aba year-round?
yes. aba runs 12 monthly evolution phases across the calendar year. structure stays consistent — focus evolves.
can my child move up to a different lab?
absolutely. lab advancement is staff-directed and earned. when your athlete meets the standards for the next lab, we move them up.
what happens if my child misses a session?
we offer makeup opportunities during holiday weeks and when schedules allow. check the monthly phase calendar for makeup windows.
is aba affiliated with the nba or aau?
no. aba is an independent training academy. our curriculum is inspired by nba eras but we're not affiliated with the league or any aau organization.
how do i cancel my membership?
memberships auto-renew monthly at $129. you can cancel anytime with 30 days written notice — no long-term contract required.
is there a drop-in option before committing?
yes. try a single session for $25 with no commitment. if you enroll, we'll apply that $25 toward your first month of membership.
are sessions recorded? what's the media policy?
we occasionally record sessions for training and social content. you'll sign a media waiver at enrollment and can opt out anytime.
for full membership policy, cancellation terms, and legal disclosures — view full policy →

your athlete's
development starts now.

$129/month, auto-renewing. cancel anytime with 30 days written notice.
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