Book Private Field-hockey Lessons with Coach Phoebe
If you’re looking for first class field hockey training in the Sacramento area, look no further. I am a former collegiate field hockey player, current multilingual teacher. I played in college in the USA and in Chile. I trained at the Olympic level, which taught me resilience and discipline. Now, I train first time players, elite athletes and everything in between. I think field hockey is a dynamic sport that deserves to be shared with all.
Sacramento, CA
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
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Weekly Availability
Monday
11:30 PM - 12:45 AM
Tuesday
11:30 PM - 12:45 AM
Wednesday
11:30 PM - 12:45 AM
Thursday
11:30 PM - 12:45 AM
Friday
11:30 PM - 12:45 AM
Saturday
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Sunday
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Don't see your preferred date/time? This is only general availability - alternative times may be possible.
Get to know Coach Phoebe
About Me:
A former college field hockey player, Phoebe started her field hockey journey as a middle-schooler on the East Coast. Her dedication to mastering the fundamentals helped Phoebe build a strong foundation of skills, and she was often lauded for her textbook execution of various hits, lifts and dodges. In high school, her hard work paid off. Phoebe played left defense, stopping opponents in their tracks with her experience, athleticism and game sense. In the off seasons, she trained with the Futures Program, USA field hockey’s Olympic development program. In 2013, Phoebe was named All-League for her defensive abilities and leadership both on and off the field. Her passion for travel and love for field hockey led her to enroll at Wesleyan University. Phoebe played collegiate field hockey for three seasons, and played an extra season of hockey when she studied abroad in Chile. Her South American teammates were members of the national team, inspiring her to someday use field hockey and language as tools to generate connection and build community. In Phoebe’s personal life, she has completed two marathons and is currently planning her next one. She has a young daughter who she hopes will someday learn field hockey, too!
How I can help you improve your game:
I am able to expertly break down complex skills into basic movements, guiding players through the learning process. I am infinitely patient and my belief in my players helps them to self-motivate and persist when the going gets tough. My teaching experience allows me to coach all age levels in a developmentally appropriate way.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Ages 10-18
Warm-up: stretching, session goals
Persist: practice skills with repetition
Focus: practice one skill in pursuit of further understanding and improvement
Learn: do something new
Apply: cardio, testing and trying out all skills
Cool-down: stretching, long-term goals
Ages 5-10: stretching and icebreakers, silly games to familiarize ourselves with our equipment, practicing basic skills, learning new skills, and learning fun games that allow players to apply new and basic skills.
Career summary and accomplishments:
The only field hockey coaching experience I have is completely informal. My experience as an elementary school teacher, youth sports referee, camp counselor, nanny and mom is what gives me my coaching superpowers. I am kind, patient, humble and respectful. I believe in going slow to go fast, and in the importance of building a foundation of fundamental skills. I understand that the most crucial part of being a coach is fostering a love for the sport and prioritizing the joy and self-esteem of my players. Field hockey is, first and foremost, fun!
Best coach I ever had:
My high school coach, Sarah Merullo, brought out the best in me and made me see myself as a great player who could have a future in field hockey. She was a recent college graduate with incredible experience and abilities as a player and leader. She was also our Spanish teacher, having majored in Spanish language. She valued hard work and practicing your basics. She showed me the importance of integrity and perseverance. I ended up playing in the same collegiate league that she had played in (she had graduated from Bates College, which is in the NESCAC) and I also majored in Spanish language before becoming a Spanish teacher, myself.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I am bilingual. I teach Spanish as a second language, and I have taught / I am certified to teach English as a Second language. If Spanish is your first language and you’d like to learn how to play field hockey in Spanish, I am here to make this sport accessible to you. If you’d like to learn Spanish or English through playing field hockey, I offer sessions that include light language learning.
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