Book Private Soccer Lessons with Coach Eli
College soccer goalkeeper and youth coach focused on confidence and fundamentals
College soccer goalkeeper and youth coach focused on confidence and fundamentals
Hi, I’m Eli Shahar, a college soccer goalkeeper and youth coach with experience teaching multi-sport physical education and mentoring young athletes. I create engaging, development-focused training environments that emphasize fundamentals, confidence, and enjoyment of the game. My background includes collegiate and UPSL competition, along with hands-on experience in session planning, drill design, and working effectively with young athletes. I’m passionate about helping players grow through positive, structured, and age-appropriate instruction.
North Miami Beach, FL
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
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Weekly Availability
Monday
2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday
2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday
2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Thursday
2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Friday
2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Get to know Coach Eli
About Me:
Hi, I’m Eli Shahar, a college soccer goalkeeper and youth coach with experience teaching multi-sport physical education and mentoring young athletes. I enjoy creating positive, structured, and engaging training environments that help players build confidence and strong fundamentals. My background includes collegiate and UPSL competition, along with hands-on experience working with kids of different ages and skill levels.
How I can help you improve your game:
I help athletes improve their technical skills, confidence, and understanding of the game through personalized, age-appropriate training. Whether the focus is footwork, ball control, goalkeeping fundamentals, or overall athletic development, I tailor each session to the athlete’s needs and goals while keeping training challenging and enjoyable.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical session starts with a dynamic warm-up, working on warming up all parts of the body, specifically the glutes, hamstrings, and arms. This is followed by focused skill work and drills designed around the athlete’s position and ability level. Sessions include clear instruction, repetitions, and game-like situations to build confidence and decision-making. I always finish with feedback and encouragement so athletes leave knowing what they did well and what to keep working on.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I am a collegiate soccer goalkeeper with extensive playing experience across youth, high school, collegiate, and semi-professional levels in both the United States and internationally. My background includes ECNL competition with Albertson Fury and Albertson SUSA, varsity high school soccer with All-Conference and All-County honors, and semi-professional youth and senior soccer experience in Israel. I currently compete at the collegiate level with Westcliff University Men’s Soccer, a Top-25 NAIA program, and also play senior-level soccer with Aventura FC in the UPSL. This diverse pathway has given me a strong understanding of player development, training standards, and competitive environments at multiple levels of the game.
Best coach I ever had:
Coach Abdo because he was great at emphasizing the fundamentals, accountability, and confidence while creating a positive and supportive environment for me.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I prioritize safety, communication, and positive reinforcement in every session. I believe development should be structured but fun, and I take pride in being reliable, patient, and supportive. My goal is to help athletes improve their skills while building confidence and a genuine love for the game.
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