Beginner training plan
Your first lessonI start the first lesson by getting to know the player their goals, experience, comfort level, and what excites them about the game. From there, we ease into a light warm-up and move through simple ball-familiarity drills that build confidence right away.
The goal isn’t perfection, it’s comfort. I focus on clear instruction, positive reinforcement, and creating a relaxed environment where the player feels safe to learn, try, and make mistakes. By the end of the first session, they walk away feeling encouraged, supported, and excited for what’s next.
Lesson 11+Once we pass the ten-session mark, training shifts into true development mode. The basics become second nature, and we begin sharpening technique while introducing more game-specific elements such as:
• Consistent first-touch under pressure
• Faster dribbling with awareness
• Intro to combination play
• Better body positioning on and off the ball
• Beginner-friendly tactical understanding
• Confidence in 1v1 attacking and defending situations
• Stronger ball striking and accuracy
• Improved coordination, balance, and movement patterns
At this stage, the player starts to feel like a real footballer. We continue advancing at their pace, building a long-term foundation that prepares them for team play, tryouts, and continued growth. The sessions feel exciting, challenging, and purpose-driven always centered on helping them love the game while steadily leveling up.
Lesson 4-10Lessons four through ten are where momentum kicks in. Here, the player starts understanding how the pieces fit together.
We add:
• Directional dribbling and turns
• First-touch improvement
• Passing accuracy and timing
• Ball striking basics (inside foot, laces)
• Intro to 1v1 moves
• Small decision-making moments (when to dribble vs. pass)
• Light conditioning and agility work
• Simple attacking and defending concepts
These sessions are structured but creative. The player begins to feel smoother on the ball, more coordinated, and more confident in real soccer situations. Each session builds on the last, layering skill after skill in a way that feels natural and rewarding.
