What it Takes Training

What it Takes Training What it takes is a basketball skills training company.

What It Takes Training is an Elite basketball training program located in Washington, DC run by an unparalleled trainer Coach Shackleford, also known as Coach “Shack”. Born and raised in Southwest Washington, DC, Coach Shack made the decision to transition from his professional career in basketball and give back to his community. He not only uses his skills and knowledge of the game as a basketbal

l trainer but he also is the Head coach of the Anacostia Lady Indians. He has earned the reputation of having the ability to not only teach the importance of organized sports but also shows how it relates to self-esteem and leadership skills. He now trains, mentors and runs many basketball skills training camps in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area. With his positive attitude and love for basketball, he has the uncanny ability to motivate and inspire while giving many a chance to believe in themselves. He is continuing to grow his organization and looks forward to encouraging many others to maximize their potential both on and off the basketball court.

What It Takes Basketball Camp is back this summer! 🏀Along with providing high-level training, mentorship, energy, effort...
06/05/2026

What It Takes Basketball Camp is back this summer! 🏀

Along with providing high-level training, mentorship, energy, effort, and enthusiasm, our goal is to help sponsor 50 kids each week so more families have the opportunity to be part of camp this summer.

We’re currently looking for community sponsors, businesses, and supporters interested in helping sponsor campers, meals, equipment, shirts, and more.

Together we can continue creating opportunities and making an impact on the next generation both on and off the court.

If interested in partnering or sponsoring, please contact us directly.

📞 301-830-3494
📧 [email protected]
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06/05/2026

Told the young point guard today — if you wanna play at a high level, you can’t have one hand. Great guards are dangerous going both ways. We joked about his left hand needing work and he tried to make an excuse… but excuses don’t get better. 😂💯

We gon’ work it until that weak hand becomes a weapon. Stay uncomfortable. That’s where growth happens. He gonna be a hell of a point guard in high school once it all comes together. 🏀🔥

05/30/2026

One player demonstrates it… then the whole gym gets to work. 🏀🔥

Confidence and skill are built through reps, energy, and consistency.

What It Takes Summer Basketball Camp helps players improve:
✅ Ball Handling
✅ Shooting
✅ Footwork
✅ Game Play & IQ
✅ Confidence
✅ Competition

📍 Washington, DC
👦🏽👧🏽 Boys & Girls | Grades 2nd–8th

🗓 Camp Dates:
• June 22–26
• June 29–July 3
• July 6–10

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🏀 WHAT IT TAKES SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP 🏀Skill development. Competition. Confidence.3 weeks this summer for boys & girls ...
05/26/2026

🏀 WHAT IT TAKES SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP 🏀

Skill development. Competition. Confidence.

3 weeks this summer for boys & girls grades 2nd–8th. Players grouped by age & skill level.

✅ Skill Development
✅ Shooting
✅ Game Play & IQ
✅ Competition
✅ Confidence & Discipline

📍 Washington, DC
🕘 9AM–4PM
⏰ Extended care available

🔥 Early Registration: $150/week until June 8
💰 Regular Registration: $200/week

Sibling & team discounts available.

Limited spots available. Register now:
https://forms.gle/S35UBLS9BD9QYED17

📞 301-830-3494

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05/25/2026

“Miss it. Learn from it. Rep it again. 💯

Today’s focus: finishing off two feet, using both hands, jab steps, shot fakes, proper footwork, floaters, and jump shots. 🏀

In the clip, the shot was missed first — then repeated and made. That’s real development. Young players grow through trial & error, reps, corrections, and confidence to keep going after mistakes.

The goal isn’t perfection the first time… it’s learning the right way and building habits that translate to game situations.”

What It Takes MLK High School 🏀 Showcase! Huge congrats to every team, coach, and athlete who competed and represented t...
01/20/2026

What It Takes MLK High School 🏀 Showcase! Huge congrats to every team, coach, and athlete who competed and represented their schools with pride. The energy was non-stop, the competition was top-tier, and the talent was on display from opening tip to final buzzer. Shoutout to the game-changers and MVPs who made their mark and dominated the stage. Most importantly, respect to all the teams who showed up and made this event a success. This is what it takes. 💪🔥

What It Takes Fall Shoutout Tournament Congratulations to our Champion and MVP! Your athletes played at an incredible le...
11/03/2025

What It Takes Fall Shoutout Tournament

Congratulations to our Champion and MVP! Your athletes played at an incredible level, showing amazing skill and sportsmanship all weekend. 🏆👏

8th Grade: Champion – Trinidad| MVP Sincere_theathlete_

What It Takes Fall Shoutout Tournament Congratulations to our champion and MVP! Your athletes played at an incredible le...
11/03/2025

What It Takes Fall Shoutout Tournament

Congratulations to our champion and MVP! Your athletes played at an incredible level, showing amazing skill and sportsmanship all weekend. 🏆👏

7th Grade: Champion – | MVP OLU

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