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Passionate about helping athletes unlock their full potential.
As a coach with the New England Revolution Academy, my mission is to help players maximize their potential through individualized and collective training, technical development, and mentorship. I believe every athlete can improve with the right environment, clear guidance, and a growth mindset. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your technical skills, improve game understanding, or build confidence on the field, I am committed to helping you reach your goals and develop as both a player and a person.
Trains in New Bedford
Works with all age groups
Soccer
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Get to know Coach Nuia
About Me:
I am a passionate soccer coach with roots in both Angola and Portugal, where I grew up immersed in a rich football culture that shaped my love and understanding of the game from an early age. Soccer has always been more than a sport to me it is a vehicle for personal growth, leadership, discipline, and community.
My coaching philosophy combines player-centered development with modern training methodologies, including principles inspired by the FC Barcelona approach to player development. I am committed to helping athletes maximize their potential by creating challenging, supportive, and engaging learning environments where players can develop technically, tactically, physically, and mentally.
How I can help you improve your game:
I help players improve by focusing on the details that make a difference in real-game performance. Through personalized training sessions, I work on technical skills such as ball mastery, passing, receiving, finishing, and 1v1 situations, while also helping players develop their decision-making, confidence, and understanding of the game.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical training session with me is high-energy, engaging, and tailored to the player’s age, level, and goals. We begin with dynamic movement and ball mastery exercises to improve coordination, footwork, and comfort on the ball. From there, we focus on a specific technical area such as passing, receiving, dribbling, finishing, or 1v1 situations, using game-realistic exercises that encourage repetition and quality execution.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Throughout my coaching career, I have had the opportunity to work with players and teams at various levels, helping them develop both individually and collectively. My teams have achieved success in multiple tournaments and competitive environments, reflecting a commitment to high standards, preparation, and player growth.
Best coach I ever had:
Pep Guardiola is my inspiration
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I’m very human
Weekly Availability
Monday
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday
Unavailable
Friday
2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday
2:00 pm - 10:15 pm
Sunday
2:00 pm - 10:15 pm
This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!
Intro Lesson Offer
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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.
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