Varsity Mentors pairs kids with standout high school athletes for personalized training in basketball and lacrosse. We help young players build skill and confidence. Local, affordable, and fun.
Coached by real athletes who've been exactly where your kid is now
Our trainers are standout high school athletes who don't just teach the game. They help kids grow their confidence and show them what it looks like to take it seriously.
Kids look up to high schoolers. Our trainers are close enough in age to connect authentically and serve as powerful, relatable role models.
Our trainers are strong students as well as athletes. They show kids that working hard in the classroom and on the court go hand in hand.
Our trainers are active high school competitors who bring current, game-tested knowledge your child can learn from right away.
Premium coaching doesn't have to cost a fortune. Starting at $25/person for group sessions, we make elite training accessible to every family.
We're your neighbors. Our trainers live and compete in your community, making scheduling easy and keeping every dollar local.
Every session is designed to build specific skills, grow lasting confidence, and most importantly keep kids excited about their sport.
Parents get coaches they can rely on, and kids get mentors they genuinely look forward to seeing each week.
We offer expert training in basketball and lacrosse, with flexible formats built around your schedule and budget.
From ball-handling and shooting fundamentals to defensive footwork and court vision. Our basketball coaches bring elite-level expertise to every rep. We also offer exclusive Dr. Dish machine sessions for serious shot development.
Cradling, passing, catching, dodging, shooting. Lacrosse rewards athletes who commit to the fundamentals early, and our coaches build those skills from the ground up with focused, drill-based sessions.
Every trainer is a standout high school athlete with a 3.5+ GPA, handpicked for skill, character, and the ability to connect with young athletes.
A Newton South High School basketball player and assistant travel coach who has coached his teams to back-to-back D1 New England Championships at the 4th and 5th grade levels. Will brings the energy, patience, and shooting know-how to make every session productive and genuinely fun.
A varsity lacrosse player at Belmont Hill School who competes for one of the top 25 ranked club teams in the nation. Chase trains at an elite level every day and loves breaking the game down into simple, confidence-building steps for younger players.
No hidden fees, no subscriptions. Pay per session and train at your own pace.
1-on-1 coaching for 1 full hour. Maximum attention, personalized drills, and rapid skill development.
Train with 2–4 friends. Split the fun (and the cost) while still getting expert coaching. Great for teammates.
Basketball only. Up to 1,000 shots in one hour on our Dr. Dish machine. The fastest way to build a consistent shot.
Bring a friend or two and share the Dr. Dish machine. Same elite volume of reps, now with a little friendly competition.
Tell us your sport and what you're looking for. We'll get back to you within a few hours to lock in a time that works for your family.
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Our sessions are designed for kids ages 8–12. This is the ideal window for building foundational sports skills and confidence, and our trainers are specifically trained to engage and coach young athletes in this age group.
Every session is exactly 1 hour. We keep them focused, fun, and full of productive reps. No wasted time. We've found that one hour is the sweet spot for kids in this age group to stay engaged and see real improvement.
All Varsity Mentors trainers are local high school athletes with a minimum 3.5 GPA. They're selected for athletic skill, character, and the genuine ability to connect with younger kids. These are the role models you actually want around your athlete.
Of course. Parents are always welcome to stay and watch. We want you to feel completely comfortable with how your child is being coached, and many parents enjoy seeing the progress firsthand.
Please have your child bring comfortable athletic clothes and a water bottle. For basketball, bring a basketball. For lacrosse, bring a stick. Beyond that, just show up ready to work and have fun!
Sessions are held at local courts, fields, and facilities in your area. When you book, you'll see the specific location. We aim to keep everything convenient and close to home.
It's our premium basketball offering. The Dr. Dish is a professional shooting machine that rebounds and returns the ball automatically, letting your athlete get up to 1,000 shots in a single hour. It's the fastest way to build a consistent, repeatable shot.
Absolutely! Recurring sessions are available and we encourage them. Consistency is the key to real improvement. Reach out to us directly after booking your first session and we'll set up a regular schedule that works for you.
We understand life happens. Cancellations with more than 48 hours notice are fully refunded. Cancellations between 24 and 48 hours before a session are charged a 50% fee. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice are charged the full session fee. To reschedule, just reach out as early as possible and we'll do our best to accommodate you.
Book a session today and watch the confidence, skill, and love of sport grow.
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