DC has become our home away from home!Both of my boys play on teams here and train several days a week. We've also participated in holiday and summer camps. We love the top notch coaches, families and teammates . Originally we came looking to improve basketball skills and develop as players ( which they have!!) but the life skills/character they've gained -- priceless. Confidence, hard work, respect, courage, responsibility, accountability to self and others are just a few. As athletes the kids are developed and encouraged as well as challenged to become excellent. The teams are cohesive while competitive-players are developing and winning!! I can't imagine our lives without DC, our DC coaches and families. If you're looking for great athletic coaching, caring and dedicated coaches and wonderful kids and families... Come check It out and join the DC family. read more

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My Son Eddie Loves this place, He thinks highly of his coaches. What he likes the best is that they work him and they sure don't sugar coat it. They will make true basketball players of your child. There is many clubs out there that are for beginners, this center is for the elite or wanting your child to get to the next level. My Son belongs to other clubs and even does park leagues and he rather play with Dune City any time. read more

DC Complex - Dune City Family - Trainers Near Me - Chatsworth, California

This is a very unorganized business! They cancel their training days often. And if you have a kid involved in other sports, it is hard to make up days when they want you to. When Ronnie cancelled practice last minute, and I showed up because I didn't get that email in the morning; he said well you still have to complete this package in 30 days. How the hell is that my fault, when you cancelled it. I wouldn't be so upset if he hadn't cancelled practices 4 times in the last few weeks. And after several apologies, he said "don't worry, we won't cancel anymore practices because the holidays are over." -LIE! Another cancelled practice, he forgot to add me in the email list. SO already that's two times I wasted my time and showed up at the facility. If you have a life, this would be helpful to know in advance...that practice is cancelled. Practices had been cancelled a few more times, but at least I was aware this time, so I didn't have to take another wasted drive - and when they cancel practice - BE AWARE - they still make you complete the package within so many days. Also they send out emails to you about everything, even things you are not involved in or care about. The world does not revolve around your facility - find a sub. We have things going on and a schedule to follow. The training is great, however the organization itself prioritizes and focuses on the better players. Unfortunately, if you are a beginner, they will not pay a lot of attention to you. Get ready to pay lots of money - they charge you for every game and every tournament. When they charged my family, we never received a jersey - and I had to ask several weeks later for a Tshirt that came with the package - yes, again an organization problem. BOTTOM LINE: If you cancel practice and tell me "hopefully you will complete your package in 30 days", there's an issue. The email sent was perfect timing, because I was gathering with 6 moms and after I mentioned the email, we decided to enroll our sons in a different basketball camp over the summer. Tough loss. But I prefer to go somewhere that is more consistent, understanding, and cares about the people - NOT THE MONEY! Inbox me for more info about other basketball camps in the neighborhood. I'd be happy to point you in the right direction. read more

Awesome facility, great coaches. The kids love it here. There are a couple flat screen t.v's and a comfy lounge/reception area for parents to wait. Clean bathroom, clean facility with state of the art equipment. read more

My kid loves it here. He's learning to understand the game so he can use these tools in a game. He's growing. Drills are great. Coaching staff is great. The whole gym just got a make over. New wooden floors, pads, weights, shooting machines and more. Plenty of stuff to do and learn for athletes, not just basketball although it's focused on it. Other families are super kind and welcoming, nice little community. This guy Roy really knows what he's doing and it's showing. He legit cares for everyone. Good job Roy! If you want your kid to grow and love basketball, check this place out. read more

My son started training at Dune about 6 months ago. He's always been a very good player and plays with so much heart. When he started at Dune though, his skill level got so much better too! So now he's able to do more of the stuff he wants to do in games. He's made a ton of friends and even when we ask if he needs to rest, he says no. He wants to go to practice and training sessions. All of the parents are great. Would definitely recommend if your kids are into sports and especially basketball! read more

DC is unparalleled as a youth basketball program. Featuring teams and training that hit the spot for both my 7 and 10 year old. After attending faithfully for 4 months I see a huge and noticeable improvement in their confidence, ability, and basketball IQ. You can scale up your program by adding to weekly practices with private lessons or group clinics, all of which have the perfect balance of nurturing vs demanding. The coaches do not overlook your kids, they meet them where they're at with their development and pinpoint exactly what they need to succeed. Their personal success is the focus, personal development over wins - which is not typical in the AAU world. Not only do my boys love the teams, the conditioning here is top notch and has assisted them in other sports. Five stars! read more

Great facility and program for young athletes. I wish there was another facility closer to the LA city area.

EXCELLENT facility to train, especially for basketball. This facility has practically been our second home. I've been bringing my son here since September of 2013. Within the past 6 months, my son's basketball skills have improved so much to the point where he now DOMINATES his rec league, plays great against top competition at basketball tournaments, and he's gained so much confidence that he's now a completely different player. His shooting, ball handling, defense, etc have improved so much; I can't say enough great things about Coach Shawn Bankhead, Mel, and the staff at Dune Citi. In addition my son also starts for Dune Citi's basketball club which is not only a testament to my son's hard work (because he does work harder than a lot of kids...5-6 days of basketball skills training each week), but also the excellent basketball skills training that Coach Shawn provides. I've been to a few other clubs in the valley that I won't call out, that don't have the credentials that Coach Shawn has and the prices to join the club plus the monthly fees, were outrageous. If the previous reviewer wants to really see money grubbing, go check out those other clubs. I've seen prices that were DOUBLE vs. what Dune Citi charges. One thing the previous reviewer failed to mention is the amount of time this basketball club has been around. Dune Citi has been training athletes for a few years but I believe the basketball club didn't really start until late last year. Sure, things weren't always smooth but in the short amount of time the club has been around, they've continually made improvements to the facility and staff, which I appreciate. Another thing I'd like to point out are the great parents that support this club, especially the 8/9U team. We've really started to form a strong "family" relationship. Case in point, just yesterday we played 2 early games at a basketball tournament in Garden Grove. After we won the second game we found out that we'd be playing for the championship. The problem was that the game didn't start until 4 hours later. So what did we do? The parents huddled together and decided to take the kids out to a local movie theater to watch a kid's movie and afterwards get lunch at a shopping mall. Each parent pitched in for expenses but the thing that I saw was most important was the camaraderie of the parents and understanding that the kids need to not only bond on the basketball court, but outside of basketball, and to understand that kids need to be kids. There's a lot of pressure to perform at these tournaments but the parents understand that the kids need to unwind sometimes, and what better way to do that than with your kid's teammates who go to battle with him/her on the court. If you want to give your kid a chance at improving their basketball skills while at the same time, join a "family" basketball club atmosphere, give Dune Citi a chance. read more

Dune Citi is a great facility to "Train Your Game" there are so many options to choose from...the revolutionary Fast Twitch machine that enhances the reflexes as well as strengthens the core, the Verti max machine that helps with agility and strength, the sand pit that strengthens the legs and enhances speed and agility, and last but not least the training staff that reinforce the skills that every athlete has! My son's love playing & training at Dune Citi, it's the gym of the future! Mr. B, Trainer Jay, Coach Bankhead! Let's Go DC! read more

DC Complex - DC Champs - Trainers Near Me - Chatsworth, California

I scheduled a trial for my 3.5 year old son. We showed up and the coach said this is a 6-7 year old class. Such poor management to waste my time like that. I emailed Ronnie and his response was "the practice is for 4 to 7 year olds and the coach should not have said what he said". That's BS because the coach had to lower the basket for my son and move it up for other kids. He can't keep doing that during class. 4 to 7 is a wide range. Plus my son is not even 4. He never admired he was wrong. read more

The facilities at dune citi are amazing. The courts are well maintained and the coaches and clinics are top notch. If you're looking for a place to help develop your son or daughter's basketball skills that actually translate at the next level then dune citi is the place to be. As a former college basketball player, I can tell you with confidence that dune citi will get your kids prepared to play at a high level and earn that college scholarship. They not only work on the physical aspect of the game , but also the mental part too. Thank you very much for helping my son get better!! read more

I love dune citi it is an excellent place to take your kids to train my boys love going to practice and to the games they helped my younger son get more comfortable being out on the court he's slowing gaining more confidence but he's a work in progress everyone who works there is awesome and they are always more then willing to help you best place to bring your kids to train read more

My son has been going to Dune Citi for 2 years now and he has improved GREATLY as a basketball player. The coaches and staff are supportive and encouraging with all the kids. Dune Citi has become our 2nd family, all the kids and their families are wonderful. We have recommended DC to many of our friends and family and everyone who we have referred has loved it too. read more

We moved back to the valley in January 2017. My son Aiden had played ball for a couple of years and had decent skills, he lacked confidence, fundamentals and conditioning. The coaches at DC took him with open arms and began the process of turning him into a ball player. Through tough love and hard work, they have transformed our son from a kid who was scared to dribble and shoot to a confident young man who is willing to take on any challenge on the court. We did extra training sessions with Coach Mel, Coach J, Coach Ronnie and special conditioning sessions with Coach Randy which all have been extremely worth it. We are truly blessed to have found this program and these coaches. They have taken our son to another level and we can't thank them enough! read more

If you are looking for a place where your child can learn not only to excel in their BBall fundamentals but also be faster, jump higher, play with the intensity of tournament ball with a street-ball edge, then DC is the only place you need to have your kid in. You'll also make lifelong friends who watch each other's kids as if they were their own and coaches like Ronnie & Jamaun who put these kids first and always look out for what's best for them. Yes, your kids will have to prove that they deserve playtime on the courts, but they will fight for that playtime and it will be earned. These coaches will for sure squeeze the best out of your kid. We've had our boys here for almost two years now and things can only look brighter for them with this place looking out for them. read more

Dune Citi is a great training facility! They really took the time with my son and helped build his confidence. I would recommend anyone try their basketball clinics. My son went from a beginner to a pretty good basketball player. Thanks Dune Citi! read more

Dune Citi is an awesome training center for all levels of athletics. Our son attends Dune Citi for Basketball training...he has improved so much. The trainers are really knowledgeable, respectful, and know how to take the kid's skills to the next level. We are so glad we found it. Top Notch! read more

U would be hard pressed to find a better facility + staff then this place. I could be there for hours. Have already recommended to two people and they both loved it. Keep up the great work!! read more

They don't just build champions here, they're building a community of champions. With all the choices for athletic training that exist in the So Cal area, Dune Citi is truly unique and unparalleled in their commitment to training kids in body, mind, and inner confidence. The steadfast dedication and devotion towards the kids is evidenced by seeing many of the kids come hang out at the facility on their own time. The trainers promote a strong, healthy environment, and encourage the kids to foster an interpersonal support network. More importantly, the trainers are very aware of each child's physical strengths and limitations, and encourage them to push themselves but not at the expense of physical injury - their programs are physically challenging through the use of low-impact exercise systems (Fast Twitch, Vertimax, the Sand Pit). To follow this up with a personal note - my son was physically awkward and uncoordinated after a significant growth spurt ultimately gaining the nickname "Turbo" because he ran with two left feet. As a student of the LA school system, he did not have access to a lot of sports programs, so I needed to find him after school activities. Reluctantly at first, he went to several sessions. After seeing results after the first several weeks, he now actively looks forward to the sessions. He's lost weight, improved his coordination, increased his speed, and most important to him, he's regained an inner confidence compared to his junior high peers. His baseball coaches have noticed a significant difference in his pitching, hitting, and fielding range since he's been a participant at Dune Citi. As a parent, I've often been frustrated by other athletic programs who are all too eager to accept new clients, but are unapproachable if you as a parent want to express a concern that the program isn't working for your child. Mr. "B" and his staff of senior trainers openly embrace a dialogue with parents, and are more than willing to listen to any concerns or issues you might have with the program if you feel its not working for your child. They want you as a parent to understand and participate in the program as well - and understand that your insights as a parent can help in turn motivate your child. In summary, this is a wonderful facility for expert athletes, novice athletes, or even kids who don't even consider themselves athletes and wouldn't be caught dead in a gym. Dune City provides a supportive community for kids of all skill sets to feel welcome and to accomplish whatever physical goals they wish to set. And I must admit, it's rubbed off on a couple of us parents too! And that's a good thing. Because we parents can also be a part of the community of champions! read more

If you want to be a competitive athlete or even just get in shape then Dune Citi is where you need to be. I have two children who train at Dune Citi. My oldest son started out doing endurance and strength training since July 2013 and now plays for the Dune Citi travel basketball team. He also works as an actor so it is good for us to have a safe place for him to train without distraction. My youngest son played in his first travel ball tournament ever this past weekend and his team got second place. Coach Bankhead, Coach Jaz, Coach J, and Coach B are giving my sons confidence, guidance, and support as they are growing into competitive basketball players. The price is affordable where other gyms/clubs were way too expensive. You can get everything you need at Dune Citi, travel teams, private coaching, clinics, vertimax, fast twitch, camps, etc. Check them out you will be thrilled. read more

This Facility is awesome. Starting with ownership. Mr. B. is accommodating, friendly and professional. Coach Bankhead is an incredible trainer and his enthusiasm and commitment towards the kids is unique. read more

Dune Citi is a great facility for athletes of all abilities! You walk through that door and the coaches are there greeting each player that walks into practice by name and with a high five. Just watching the other athletes train you can see that they are producing skilled players. My 7 year old son started here about 3 months ago and he loves going to practices where he is challenged, trained, improving and having fun. The coaches are experienced in getting the best out of each individual player. He played in his first tournament this past weekend and what a great experience. The coaches gave everyone a chance on the team to experience the competition and were encouraging them every step of the way. At this beginning stage of tournament play it is so important for these young athletes to learn how to win, how to lose, how to play as a team, confidence, and how to love the game of basketball. The coaches at Dune Citi foster that in their athletes. I highly recommend this facility for any child serious about improving their basketball skills! read more

Dune city has one of the most amazing facilities around the San Fernando Valley, Coaches are great with the kids and affordable prices, along with a great boxing area for the parents to train all while the kids train on the courts. read more

My Nephew Damian Has been going at Dune Citi since Sept. Which he never new about the basic about basketball until he reffer by his friend mom once he start playing and understanding the basic then he become more interested even his mom which my sister/damian mom always tell me when i call her sorry I can't talk damian playing Basketball and she hungs up. to me it means this place must be realy great for kids even damian never like to be late for practice he couldn't wait for monday, wednesday and sunday to come so he can go and play/practice with shuan and jaz an awsome coaches.. sometime his mom is busy with damian little sister he can't make it to the tournment he feel sad but the same time he knew how much time his mom put for him, so no matter what Dune Citi will be the part of my sister/damian mom and my nephew life.we will continue with dune citi as always.if you ever have any question my sister will tell you.... read more

I love taking my son to Dune Citi. We started around September and to look at the before and after (6 months) is amazing. Coaching staff is very motivating and friendly. Its a real family atmosphere and I recommend this program to all my friends. My sons confidence has grown and I am excited about his progress in the future. If you want results, come train at Dune Citi. Another thing that I love is the family environment. I have tried other clubs and we were looked at like another cash source. Shawn, Mr B. and Jasmine really took the time and made sure we had a plan for success. My son is excited to go train which is very difficult for a 6 year old. They teach him the basics and basketball awareness, which is another thing I didn't even know kids could understand at a young age. I compared all the local gyms in the valley and they have the best product, and the best rates. You truly get what you pay for and you don't feel cheated. Sometimes I feel like they deserve a tip. Definitely would recommend this club for anyone looking to breed a champion. Don't waste money anywhere else please. read more