Football coachCoach Michael
Private Football CoachCoach Michael
Works with all age groups
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri
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Get to know Michael
Relentless standard. Athlete-first approach. Proven results.
With over 10 years of experience as a physical education teacher, head strength and conditioning coach, and football coach, I build high-performance athletes through battle-tested speed, strength, and recruiting systems. I combine relentless standards with an athlete-first approach to help players own their potential and dominate at the next level.
How I can help you improve
Build Elite Acceleration: Master top-end speed mechanics and explosive first-step quickness.
Develop Functional Power: Increase force output with battle-tested lifting routines built for multi-sport durability.
Prevent Injuries: Fix movement imbalances and strengthen joints to stay on the field and out of the training room.
Elevate Football/Athletic IQ: Learn how high-level athletes prepare, recover, and approach the game mentally.
Navigate the Recruiting Process: Get actionable guidance on building your profile, contacting coaches, and earning college opportunities.
A typical training session
Build Elite Acceleration: Master top-end speed mechanics and explosive first-step quickness.
Develop Functional Power: Increase force output with battle-tested lifting routines built for multi-sport durability.
Prevent Injuries: Fix movement imbalances and strengthen joints to stay on the field and out of the training room.
Elevate Football/Athletic IQ: Learn how high-level athletes prepare, recover, and approach the game mentally.
Navigate the Recruiting Process: Get actionable guidance on building your profile, contacting coaches, and earning college opportunities.
Career & accomplishments
NCAA Athlete Pipeline: Developed, trained, and mentored over 50 athletes who successfully transitioned to compete at the NCAA level across Division I, II, and III programs (including Power 4 programs like Penn State and UVA).
Comprehensive Program Leadership: Designed, scaled, and managed multi-year strength, conditioning, and speed curricula for entire high school athletic departments and multi-sport youth pipelines.
10+ Years in Education & Leadership: Held key public education leadership roles, including Licensed Health & PE Teacher, Head Strength Coach, Varsity Football Coach, and Athletic Director responsibilities.
Best coach I ever had
Best Coach I ever had pushed me to be a good athlete but better person.
What athletes & parents should know
What Athletes Should Know About Me
I Train Movement, Not Just Muscles: We don't lift just to show off big numbers in the weight room; we build functional power, first-step explosion, and elite speed that directly transfers to game day.
Standards Over Shortcuts: I hold high expectations for effort, technique, and attitude. If you bring the work ethic and trust the process, the results will follow.
I’m in Your Corner: Whether it's analyzing speed mechanics, breaking down film, or helping you figure out how to message college coaches, I’m fully invested in your success on and off the field.
What Parents Should Know About Me
Safety & Long-Term Development Come First: With a B.S. in Physical Education, NASM certification, and 10+ years of coaching, every protocol I run prioritizes biomechanics, joint health, and injury reduction over reckless max-outs.
Proven Track Record: I’ve coached over 50 student-athletes who went on to compete at the NCAA level across DI, DII, and DIII programs. I know what college coaches look for and what it actually takes to get there.
Holistic Mentorship: Athletic training is a vehicle for building life skills. I place high emphasis on discipline, accountability, leadership, and academic prioritization so your athlete succeeds long after their playing days are over.
Training locations
25% off your 1st lesson
$63
$47
Then $200/mo for 4 lessons, starting 48 hours after your 1st lesson. Cancel anytime.
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How it works
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Where will the coach hold their lessons?
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When is the coach available to train?
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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.
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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 college and pro 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 + background check, 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!