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Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than government in breaking down racial barriers.
Excellence is changing the status quo and raising the expectations of youth sports by offering high quality coaching/mentorship, while commiting to innovation, modeling exceptional values, and raising the standards of human service.
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We teach all essential basketball fundamentals — all skills and concepts — plus leadership skills that go way beyond the court. We’re just better.
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EMA has been truly transformational for our daughter, beyond any basketball experience she has had at school or through two AAU programs. Here’s why — Jerome and his team teach much more than basketball.
(HS Class of 2021)
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We believe that success is not just about the end result but the process. That's why we've carefully crafted a summer series that will help you tap into your full potential.
With this phased program, you'll build a strong foundation and develop the skills and mindset necessary to become a true leader, teammate, and champion.
Sign up Link in bio!
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We're warmed up and ready to #outworktheworld this Wednesday.
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Let us know your favorite dynamic warm-up exercise in the comments below.
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Last week, @coach_gumbs was LIVE on ABC7 News. The topic? How toxicity in youth sports affects your child now and later.
Click the link in bio to hear the interview!
We believe that success is not just about the end result but the process. That's why we've carefully crafted a summer series that will help you tap into your full potential.
With this phased program, you'll build a strong foundation and develop the skills and mindset necessary to become a true leader, teammate, and champion.
Sign up Link in bio!
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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #basketballcamp #basketballclinics #summercamp #summer #basketballdevelopment #sportsdevelopment #leadershipdevelopment
We're warmed up and ready to #outworktheworld this Wednesday.
Are you?
Let us know your favorite dynamic warm-up exercise in the comments below.
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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #wednesday #workhardplayhard #questionoftheday
Last week, @coach_gumbs was LIVE on ABC7 News. The topic? How toxicity in youth sports affects your child now and later.
Click the link in bio to hear the interview!
We're getting ready to lace up for this weekend's FREE-Playing.
Saturday & Sunday from 10 AM - 12 PM.
Sign up today. Come ready to compete and have fun!
🔗 Link in bio.
Shoutout to all our student-leaders and coaches with May birthdays. 🥳
𝗦𝗲𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄?
Share that birthday energy in the comments below. 👇🏽
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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #may #bdaypost #birthday #birthdaypost #celebrate
May is #MentalHealthAwareness Month, and we're raising awareness to continue to reduce the stigma associated with mental wellness.
We understand the value of mental health, and that's why we make it a 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁-𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 to have the tools to manage stress and handle adversity.
Let us know what you do for your mental health in the comments below. 👇🏽
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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters
Don't wait for Wednesdays to #OutworkTheWorld – with EMA, you can do it daily!
Our programming is tailored to all levels and ages; learn more about what we offer and start your leadership journey today!
Website link is in the bio!
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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #signup
We believe that success is not just about the end result but the process. That's why we've carefully crafted a summer series that will help you tap into your full potential.
With this phased program, you'll build a strong foundation and develop the skills and mindset necessary to become a true leader, teammate, and champion.
Sign up Link in bio!
__
#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #basketballcamp #basketballclinics #summercamp #summer #basketballdevelopment #sportsdevelopment #leadershipdevelopment
We're warmed up and ready to #outworktheworld this Wednesday.
Are you?
Let us know your favorite dynamic warm-up exercise in the comments below.
__
#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #wednesday #workhardplayhard #questionoftheday
Last week, @coach_gumbs was LIVE on ABC7 News. The topic? How toxicity in youth sports affects your child now and later.
Click the link in bio to hear the interview!
We're getting ready to lace up for this weekend's FREE-Playing.
Saturday & Sunday from 10 AM - 12 PM.
Sign up today. Come ready to compete and have fun!
🔗 Link in bio.
Shoutout to all our student-leaders and coaches with May birthdays. 🥳
𝗦𝗲𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄?
Share that birthday energy in the comments below. 👇🏽
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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #may #bdaypost #birthday #birthdaypost #celebrate
May is #MentalHealthAwareness Month, and we're raising awareness to continue to reduce the stigma associated with mental wellness.
We understand the value of mental health, and that's why we make it a 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁-𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 to have the tools to manage stress and handle adversity.
Let us know what you do for your mental health in the comments below. 👇🏽
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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters
Don't wait for Wednesdays to #OutworkTheWorld – with EMA, you can do it daily!
Our programming is tailored to all levels and ages; learn more about what we offer and start your leadership journey today!
Website link is in the bio!
__
#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #signup
Happy #EarthDay 🌏🏀
Let us know how you celebrated in the comments below!👇🏽
By popular demand, we are adding FREE-playing, our version of open gym/pick-up basketball, on Sundays from 10 AM - 12 PM. 🏀
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿! In celebration of launching Sundays, we invite you to Bring-A-Friend for 𝙁𝙍𝙀𝙀 tomorrow.
Sign up using the promo link in our bio and enter the code “𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬” at checkout.
Come prepared to compete and have fun! ⚡️
✋🏽Happy #NationalHighFiveDay!
Energizing our students one (or two) high fives at a time! ⚡️
Drop a #highfive in the comments below!
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