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Book Private Volleyball Lessons with Coach James

New to a sport? Want to grow your skills? I'm your coach!
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New to a sport? Want to grow your skills? I'm your coach!

I love helping kids in the community learn new sports or be able to expand their current skills and experience. It's important to me as a coach to emphasize positivity and inclusiveness...which includes sportsmanship, teamwork and lessons that apply to both sports and their lives. I've coached over 30 sports teams across volleyball, basketball and soccer for ages ranging from Kindergarten through 8th grade. I've also initiated/hosted multi-week volleyball clinics. I currently play in volleyball and basketball leagues. Previously, I played high school football, basketball and baseball...along with post-high school extracurricular football, basketball, softball, and volleyball leagues.

Overview
  • Chicago, IL

  • Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sun

  • 0 Lessons

Sport(s)
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
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Weekly Availability

Monday

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Thursday

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Friday

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Saturday

Unavailable

Sunday

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Don't see your preferred date/time? This is only general availability - alternative times may be possible.

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Get to know Coach James

About Me:

My wife and I live in Lincoln Park, Chicago with our three daughters, two dogs and two guinea pigs!

How I can help you improve your game:

Whether you’re new to a sport or want to build skills and experience, I will tailor the sessions to make sure they are at the right level for you and fun!

What a typical training session looks like with me:

Warmups with movement and stretching followed by core skills and drills with gameplay and strategy based on your level and aspirations.

Career summary and accomplishments:

I’ve played sports most of my life including football, basketball, baseball, volleyball and soccer. I’ve coached over 30 teams across volleyball, basketball and soccer from kindergarten through 8th grade. I’ve hosted volleyball clinics for kids of all skill levels.

Best coach I ever had:

High school varsity football coach

What athletes and parents should know about me:

I want kids to learn teamwork, positivity, and sportsmanship…but most of all, ensure they keep having fun!

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