Empower ME Academy | Basketball Skill & Leadership Development

SPEAKING TRUTH

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.

Nelson Mandela
1918 - 2013
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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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Our Impact Since 2013

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THE OUTCOME?

1. Engage

Every experience is an opportunity to improve your skills. Connect with your best self to become a leader.

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THE OUTCOME?

2. Embrace

Your leadership journey doesn’t happen alone. We all get it done together. We are a family.

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THE OUTCOME?

3. Evolve

At your best, you show others the way. Become a master of teamwork and leadership.

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THE OUTCOME?

4. Become

Learn to lead with confidence. Help those around you to exceed expectations.

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We are the San Francisco Bay Area’s Empower ME Academy.

We teach all essential basketball fundamentals — all skills and concepts — plus leadership skills that go way beyond the court. We’re just better.
Want to know why?

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TESTIMONIALS

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.

David Glickman
Father of Samantha Glickman
(HS Class of 2021)
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US?

FREE-Playing was a blast today! ⚡️

Join us for our version of pick-up basketball next weekend. 2 full hours of leadership and competitive play.

📍Palace of Fine Arts 10-12 PM
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Hey there! Are you ready for some pick up basketball? Join us for two hours of non-stop, high-energy action in our FREE-playing (open gym) experience. ⁠

This is your chance to showcase your skills, push your limits, and take your game to the next level. ⁠

📍 Palace of Fine Arts from 10-12 PM

Sign up link in bio. We can't wait to see you there! ⁠

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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #freeplaying #freeplay #pickup #pickupbasketball #opengym
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FREE-Playing was a blast today! ⚡️

Join us for our version of pick-up basketball next weekend. 2 full hours of leadership and competitive play.

📍Palace of Fine Arts 10-12 PM
...

37 1

Hey there! Are you ready for some pick up basketball? Join us for two hours of non-stop, high-energy action in our FREE-playing (open gym) experience. ⁠

This is your chance to showcase your skills, push your limits, and take your game to the next level. ⁠

📍 Palace of Fine Arts from 10-12 PM

Sign up link in bio. We can't wait to see you there! ⁠

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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #freeplaying #freeplay #pickup #pickupbasketball #opengym
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Looking to enhance your leadership skills and develop a well-rounded perspective on life?⁠

Start your leadership journey, designed to provide a holistic approach to leadership development. Our program aims to cultivate the entire student leader. ⁠

Join us and see how you can unlock your full potential!⁠

Link in bio! ⁠

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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports
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Today, we aim for progress, not perfection. ⁠

Let's commit to being 1% better than we were yesterday, whether it's in our personal lives or on the basketball court. Remember, success is not a one-time event, it's a journey.⁠

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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #progress #progressoverperfection #improvement
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Oprah’s quote serves as a powerful reminder of the fundamental qualities that define true leadership. A leader who possesses these traits can inspire individuals and transform communities.

Empathy is one of our core LEADER values; we don’t just develop leaders, 𝘄𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺.
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FREE-Playing was a blast today! ⚡️

Join us for our version of pick-up basketball next weekend. 2 full hours of leadership and competitive play.

📍Palace of Fine Arts 10-12 PM
...

37 1

Hey there! Are you ready for some pick up basketball? Join us for two hours of non-stop, high-energy action in our FREE-playing (open gym) experience. ⁠

This is your chance to showcase your skills, push your limits, and take your game to the next level. ⁠

📍 Palace of Fine Arts from 10-12 PM

Sign up link in bio. We can't wait to see you there! ⁠

__ ⁠

#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #freeplaying #freeplay #pickup #pickupbasketball #opengym
...

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Looking to enhance your leadership skills and develop a well-rounded perspective on life?⁠

Start your leadership journey, designed to provide a holistic approach to leadership development. Our program aims to cultivate the entire student leader. ⁠

Join us and see how you can unlock your full potential!⁠

Link in bio! ⁠

__ ⁠

#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports
...

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Today, we aim for progress, not perfection. ⁠

Let's commit to being 1% better than we were yesterday, whether it's in our personal lives or on the basketball court. Remember, success is not a one-time event, it's a journey.⁠

__ ⁠

#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #progress #progressoverperfection #improvement
...

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Oprah’s quote serves as a powerful reminder of the fundamental qualities that define true leadership. A leader who possesses these traits can inspire individuals and transform communities.

Empathy is one of our core LEADER values; we don’t just develop leaders, 𝘄𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺.
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Buckle up, folks - it's time for Selection Sunday. March Madness is finally here, and we couldn't be more energized! ⁠

Who do you have winning it all this year? Share your predictions in the comments below! ⁠

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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports #marchmadness #selectionsunday #collegebasketball
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When competition is nurtured in a positive environment, it provides the perfect platform for players to grow and improve their skills, not just on the court, but in all aspects of life. ⁠

The challenges and opportunities that come with competition enable athletes to reach their full potential, both as players and individuals.⁠

We offer a great environment for development and empowerment. ⁠Sign up for your or your child’s leadership journey using the link in bio 🔗

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#empowermeacademy #ema #empowerme #empowered #liveempowered #iamempowered #leaders #leadership #basketball #youthbasketball #bayarea #bayareasports #wedevelopleaders #sports
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