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Bernard Harris introduces himself and gives a quick overview of the course content. After that, you’ll move on to a summary of the importance of understanding the rules when playing basketball as an adult, followed by a warm-up section that’s extremely beneficial for every individual. Welcome to the first chapter!


Introduction

About the rules

Loved, hated, yet essential — the warm-up. In this chapter, you’ll prepare your body before moving on to actual basketball practice. Bernard teaches fundamental warm-up methods used in basketball training.


The core idea of the warm-up

Body Warm-up – Bernard’s Demonstration

Body Warm-up – Beginner’s Demonstration

Finger Warm-up

Warm-up

In this chapter, you’ll learn the basics of dribbling in basketball. That is, how to properly move with the ball on the court. You can’t just grab the ball and run toward the hoop! That’s why it’s important to learn how to dribble correctly. Dribbling is not only a great physical exercise but also an excellent way to develop balance and hand-eye coordination. Let’s get started!


The Core Idea of Dribbling

The basics of stationary dribbling

Dribbling with your weaker hand and alternating between both hands

Speed dribbling

Dribbling Basics

Shooting the ball toward the basket is a favorite activity for many who’ve tried basketball, and it’s also a great way to develop body control. Bernard Harris introduces the fundamentals of shooting, helping you learn the techniques that make sinking the ball through the net feel natural.


Shooting and shooting stance

Shooting toward the basket

Spin the ball, catch it, step forward, and shoot!

Summary of shooting practice

Shooting

Passing the ball to a teammate, or even just a playing partner, is one of the most essential skills in the game of basketball. It’s also a great two-way exercise for improving both aiming and catching. Bernard Harris guides you through the basics to help you get started with your passes!


The core idea of passing and the two-handed pass

Two-handed bounce pass

Two-handed bounce pass in practice

Passing after dribbling

Passing

All good things must come to an end. It’s time for the closing words and to hear how trying out basketball felt from Bernard’s beginner student, Ulla-Maija.

In addition, Bernard Harris shares a small tip for choosing basketball shoes. The market is full of options, and his advice might help narrow down your choices when shopping for shoes.


Closing Words

Bonus: A Quick Word About Basketball Shoes

Closing Words + Extras

Course ContentBernard Harris introduces you to the fundamentals of basketball with his relaxed yet experienced approach. His teaching style makes it easy for anyone interested in physical activity to join in. During the course, the basics of basketball are reviewed and demonstrated through practical examples. Along the way, you’ll also see how basketball provides an efficient and versatile workout, even when it’s not played as a full-scale team game. The course lasts approximately 40 minutes, making it easy to explore the sport with a low threshold.<hr>Bernard HarrisYour instructor, Bernard Harris, has enjoyed a long and distinguished basketball career that has taken him through the NBA, the Philippines, Israel, and several decades of play in Finland. In addition to his extensive playing career, he has also coached basketball teams both during and after his active years on the court.Here are a few highlights worth mentioning about Coach Harris:<ul><li>The oldest player ever to compete in Finland’s top basketball league (at age 52)</li><li>Finnish Basketball Champion (1982), silver medalist (1984), and bronze medalist (1983)</li><li>Played 16 seasons and 435 games in Finland’s top league, scoring a total of 9,566 points</li><li>Drafted into the NBA in 1974, 63rd overall</li><li>Member of his university’s Hall of Fame since 2001</li><li>The first foreign-born coach of a Finnish national team. He coached the Finnish boys’ national basketball team</li><li>Coached 236 league games in Finland’s top division</li></ul>So, let’s get started and join Bernard on this journey!

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Meet your basketball guide, Bernard Harris: an exceptional player who has played in the NBA, won the Finnish Championship, coached, and remains the oldest player to compete at Finland’s top league level.

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