Book Private Football Lessons with Coach Arell
Turning raw potential into real performance—on and off the field.
Turning raw potential into real performance—on and off the field.
As a former collegiate offensive tackle and certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and mindset specialist, I help athletes build real strength, speed, and confidence. My coaching bridges physical performance and mental readiness, allowing athletes the focused development they don’t always get in team settings. Where: Training takes place at ME Fitness Studios in NE Portland (unless agreed upon otherwise) , with access to a full gym and functional training space. We’ll also use local fields for position-specific and sport-specific work. Ask about first-time special rates!
Trains in Portland
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun
4 Lessons
Works with all age groups
Football
Strength-and-speed
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Get to know Coach Arell
About Me:
I'm a former collegiate offensive tackle and a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and mindset specialist. I specialize in building stronger, faster, and more confident athletes through comprehensive coaching.
How I can help you improve your game:
I focus on improving your strength, speed, and game IQ with tailored programs that match your position, goals, and athletic level so you can perform better and stand out on the field.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Each session starts with a dynamic warm-up, followed by speed and agility work, position-specific strength training, and weekly practices to sharpen both physical and mental performance.
Career summary and accomplishments:
- Former recruited collegiate offensive tackle
- Lost 175 pounds, gained 25 pounds of muscle
- Certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and mindset specialist
- Founder of Make It Make Sense Fitness & Nutrition Coaching
- Helped dozens of athletes transform physically and mentally
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I ever had made the game simple, believed in my potential, and never let me settle for average—values I bring into every session with my athletes.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I coach with honesty, structure, and care. My mission is to help athletes become not just better players, but better people—strong in body, sharp in mind, and confident in life.
Weekly Availability
Monday
12:00 am - 1:00 am
3:00 am - 4:00 am
Tuesday
12:00 am - 1:00 am
3:00 am - 4:00 am
Wednesday
12:00 am - 1:00 am
2:00 am - 3:00 am
Thursday
Unavailable
Friday
Unavailable
Saturday
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!
How it works
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How do I contact a coach?
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How do I book lessons?
Once you find a coach that fits your needs, go to their profile, select the package you'd like to purchase, and click 'Book Lessons'. Here, you can reserve your desired number of lessons along with the number of athletes who will be training. After sessions are booked, coordinate the dates/times for each session on your calendar - using the calendar is important since this is how your coach will get paid.
Can I pay my coach via Venmo or cash?
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What if I don't feel comfortable paying online?
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Where will the coach hold their lessons?
Each coach typically has at least one preferred training location. You can see the location(s) by going to your coach's profile and finding the 'Training Locations' section. If a coach doesn't have locations listed here, you can message the coach to see where they train. Some coaches are willing to travel to clients for lessons, or even meet halfway.
When is the coach available to train?
Each coach sets their own schedule for training. You can see a coach's general availability by going to their profile and finding the 'Availability' section - it will list the days and times. If a coach doesn't post their availability, or if your preferred coach doesn't have your desired times available but you want to double check, message them to see if they can work with your schedule.
How do rescheduling, cancellations, and lesson credits work?
Good Fit Guarantee — If your first lesson isn't the right fit, we'll move your lesson credit to a new coach. No hassle.
Easy rescheduling — Cancel or reschedule up to 4 hours before a lesson, no questions asked.
Coach no-shows — You'll be fully credited and we'll help you find a replacement.
Flexible credits — Unused lessons last 12 months and can be used with any coach on the platform.
Questions? Our team is here to help. View our policies.
Do coaches work with both kids & adults?
Our coaches are open to helping athletes of any age and skill level. Please message your desired coach to ensure their skillset fits your needs.
Why should I trust AU and their coaches over other platforms?
AU was created by former collegiate and professional athletes. We understand the benefits of training with a private coach. It develops discipline, boosts confidence, and provides an undeniable advantage - whether you are just learning the game or looking to earn a college scholarship. All AU coaches are required to pass a thorough onboarding process and we proudly showcase a 10% acceptance rate, so you can trust you're training with the best.
At the end of the day, our mission is to provide athletes with better opportunities to succeed through coaching. You won't find a platform, and group of dedicated specialists, more excited to help you achieve your athletic goals!