Irvine, CA • Elite Basketball Training
Find Your Strong Side
Small Deposits. Larger Results.
Elite, structured basketball training for committed athletes ages 13–22 — built to develop skill, IQ, and the physical tools to compete at the next level.
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About the Program
What Makes Us Different
Skill
We break down every fundamental — footwork, shooting mechanics, ball-handling — and rebuild it at an elite level.
Body
Strength and conditioning protocols designed specifically for basketball athletes, not generic gym programs.
IQ
Film study, situational drills, and decision-making training that separates good players from great ones.
Led by Coach Sarkis Kara
The Program
Four Pillars of Development
Skill Development
Elite fundamentals. Footwork, shooting, handles — built from the ground up.
Basketball IQ
Read the game before it happens. Film, concepts, and situational mastery.
Strength Training
Sport-specific strength and conditioning. Built for the court, not the gym.
Wellness & Recovery
Sleep, nutrition, and recovery protocols that keep athletes performing at peak.
Training Schedule
When We Train
Morning Session
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Mon – Thu
Skill development, shooting mechanics, and individual drills.
Afternoon Session
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Mon – Thu
Basketball IQ, film review, and situational training.
Full Day
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Mon – Thu
Complete training experience — all four pillars in one session.
Schedule subject to change. Contact us to confirm availability.
Investment
Choose Your Program
Morning or Afternoon Session
Half Day
- Morning or afternoon session
- Skill development drills
- Individual coaching
- Progress tracking
- Mon – Thu schedule
Afternoon Focus Session
Afternoon
- Afternoon session only
- Basketball IQ training
- Film study
- Situational drills
- Mon – Thu schedule
Complete Training Experience
Full Day
- Full day 9AM – 4PM
- All four pillars covered
- Strength & conditioning
- Wellness & recovery
- Priority enrollment
- Mon – Thu schedule
ENROLLMENT LIMITED — Spots fill fast. Secure your place today.
Meet the Staff
Coached by Champions
Coach Sarkis Kara
Head Coach & Founder
Coach Sarkis is in his 9th season at Foothill High School, his 7th as a Varsity Assistant. He was a key part of the 2021–22 CIF SoCal Regional Championship team, leading the Knights' defense. In 2018–19 at Santa Margarita, he helped guide the team to a 25–11 record and a CIF Southern Section Division 1 Championship over Chino Hills — with wins over Rancho Christian, Bishop Gorman, Etiwanda, Harvard Westlake, and more.
A varsity player at Woodbridge High School in Irvine, Coach Kara developed under Hall of Fame coach Tim O'Brien at Northwood High, reaching two Div. 2 CIF semi-finals. He runs one of the largest and most successful basketball clubs in Orange County, developing ESPN-ranked, top-100 national talent year after year. He holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Cal State Long Beach (2006).
Michael Mims
Premier Skills Development Trainer
As a premier Basketball Skills Development Trainer, Michael prepares youth, high school, college, and pro level players with the physical skills and mental toughness needed to achieve their goals and advance to the next level. Private and group training, team skill development coaching, team consulting, and MPIRE Basketball Club allow him to connect with incredible players, coaches, and parents.
Michael's training journey started at age 20 when college teammates asked to join the workouts he designed for himself. His passion for teaching the game produces dramatic improvements in player performance, on and off the court. Basketball is more than a game — it's about connecting with others, embracing competition, and working intelligently to achieve results.
Inside the Academy
Training in Action
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See the Work
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Skill Drills — Soon
Strength Training — Soon
Game Film — Soon
Get Started
Join the Academy
Ready to take your game to the next level? Reach out to Coach Sarkis Kara and secure your spot in the next training cycle.
Coach Sarkis Kara
Head of Player Development