Book Private Soccer Lessons with Coach Octavio
I have been playing soccer all of my life. I love the sport. I decided to start coaching to pass down all of the skills and life lessons that the sport has given me. Coaching has been one of the most fulfilling things I have ever done, I take the role as a coach very serious as I want to be a great example for anyone watching. My coaching philosophy is all about trusting the process while also having fun. I do this by always uplifting the player through words of encouragement to instill a growth mindset. I will not only focus on developing the skills but also their soccer IQ. I believe that we all have the potential to become great at anything if we have the right people in our corner. I want to be in your corner, cheering you and guiding you to go from good to great! Let's do this!
Philadelphia, PA
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Get to know Coach Octavio
About Me:
US Soccer Grassroots license.
8+ years Youth soccer coach experience
20+ years Amateur league soccer player
How I can help you improve your game:
Improving their decision making by teaching them how to scan the field like a quarterback. Teaching the fundamentals. Improve footwork and shot accuracy. Improve their passing.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Passing and dribbling drills. 1 v 1s to teach them how to take on defenders. Lots of insightful advice to thing like world class players. Lot of repetitions to build muscle memory.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Youth soccer coach at Lil Kickers 2016 to 2019 Assistant soccer coach at Zionsville Youth Soccer Academy in 2019 summer Youth soccer coach at Roxborough Soccer Club 2020 to present
Best coach I ever had:
My best coach was my high school soccer coach. He taught me the fundamentals but also about having integrity.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I am passionate about soccer. I believe I know the sport as good as anyone. I still play on competitive amateur leagues.
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