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Larry Hughes Basketball Academy

Welcome to the Larry Hughes Basketball Academy - the premier basketball training facility in the St. Louis area! Our academy offers year-round basketball programs designed to help athletes grades k-12 of all skill levels reach their full potential. With two convenient locations, our expert coaches deliver top-notch training that focuses on building skills, improving conditioning, and enhancing overall game knowledge.

At the Larry Hughes Basketball Academy, our programs are designed to help players not just become better basketball players, but better people overall. From individual training to team development, our comprehensive programs will help players develop not only their skills, but their confidence, discipline, and work ethic. With a personalized approach to training and a focus on developing skills, our academy has everything you need to take your game to the next level.

Sign up today and take the first step toward becoming the player you've always dreamed of being. We're here to help you unleash your potential! Visit LHBASTL.COM to get started!

Specialized Facility Every D1 Training center offers customized equipment that’s not found in any other facility. We also offer on-site weight rooms, retail centers and more.
Sports Science Backing D1’s core 5-Star program is designed by a national training panel, where D1 then layers in skills-development training to create a well-rounded program.
Targeted Workouts Daily workouts designed around the concept of periodization means that each week builds on the previous one to achieve targeted, specific goals.

What Our Athletes Are Saying

“Joining the D1 family was the best decision my son and I have made all year. We enjoyed working out at the same time. He'd be with his age-group doing age-appropriate training while I was working out and getting my sexy back. When my son started at D1, he struggled curling 5lb weights and now he's curling 15s and setting bigger goals… I've also lost weight and toned; I ...” - Treisa Gladney
“This place is incredible. You get a focused workout with a coach that pushes you the whole time. The coach is also watching your form and will correct you if needed while in a group setting; which I appreciate being a trainer previously. I enjoy the energy of the place, its high. You also don't ever feel out of place. Everyone there is so friendly. I have recommended this ...” - Jillian Tedesco
“Energetic, fun, strength building environment. I always leave feeling like I have pushed myself and gained something more each time. The Coaches are great and are always able and willing to help improve my form and push me harder.” - Zach Feldman