The Competitors Edge

TCE is not a big box gym, it's a small community centered around results. Our trainers invest their time in you, to help transform your body and mind. Using tailored training and nutrition programs, we will have you living the life you desire and deserve.

competitors edge private training

Timothy Meyer
lua basketball training & instruction

A former three-sport athlete and Division 1 scholarship recipient at Vanderbilt University, Coach Meyer leads our basketball instruction program at Level Up Athletics. Tim is an avid believer in developing player fundamentals and has an impressive IHSA record and basketball coaching history throughout the Chicagoland area.

Specific offerings

private, individual lessons

The LUA Basketball Training & Instruction team offers individual lessons for general basketball instruction with an emphasis on shooting, passing, positioning, rebounding, and defending. Sessions are 30 minutes ($50) or 60 minutes ($100) increments available for every skill set, ages 8u-17u. Request more information to learn about availability, training curriculum, and private instruction experience.

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defensive clinics

LUA Basketball Training & Instruction Defensive clinics (cohorts) are a small group structure of similar aged players, who are committed to improving their defensive skillsets. Learn how to defend better, how to stop offensive players, control the boards and become a defensive wizard. Clinics are four weeks long, meeting two times per week for 45 minutes ($300).

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offensive clinics

LUA Basketball Training & Instruction Offensive clinics (cohorts) are a small group structure of similar aged players, who are committed to improving their offensive skillsets. Learn how to become a better shooter, how to attack the basket, control the boards and become an offensive threat. Clinics are four weeks long, meeting two times per week for 45 minutes ($300).

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2 on 2 league play

2 on 2 league play is your chance to put your hard work to the test. Grab a buddy and join our 2-on-2 league play format and compete in weekly matchups, including playoffs. 2 on 2 League Play is a great compliment to in-season league play for active players as well as a great way to prepare for your upcoming season. Registration fee ($200) includes Level Up Jersey, 5 games + playoff format.

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