private coaching... why

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I often read that the summer is for "private coaching". son is in a mega club, on top u12 team. I am paying a lot and believe that "private coaching" is not needed. If he's interested enough, he will put in the time to figure it out himself.

So, from someone that has used a private coach, "convince" me that its the right way to go. What the going rate per/hr of training.

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I often read that the summer is for "private coaching". son is in a mega club, on top u12 team. I am paying a lot and believe that "private coaching" is not needed. If he's interested enough, he will put in the time to figure it out himself.

So, from someone that has used a private coach, "convince" me that its the right way to go. What the going rate per/hr of training.

http://talking-soccer.com/TS4/showthread.php?t=117683

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I often read that the summer is for "private coaching". son is in a mega club, on top u12 team. I am paying a lot and believe that "private coaching" is not needed. If he's interested enough, he will put in the time to figure it out himself.

So, from someone that has used a private coach, "convince" me that its the right way to go. What the going rate per/hr of training.

I am a credentialed coach who will gladly charge you $60 per hour to stand in your back yard, set up a few cones, show your kid how to juggle and then integrate the dog into dribble skill development. After a dip in the pool, a beer or two with the missus, i will then persuade you to buy an annuity as opposed to term life.

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In theory you shouldn't need it if you're at a club with high quality coaching. But sometimes a player might need to work on something specific - perhaps if they want to change positions or coach has mentioned he/she needs to improve fill in the blank. I have seen a few camps advertised that also work on specific issues and that would be a cheaper route to go. We've only ever done keeper training. Many clubs fall horribly short when it comes to training keepers.

No matter what the players needs to want it and want to improve - otherwise you might was well set fire to the cash

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I have considered this for my son. He plays defense and he has trouble with lunging and timing the tackle. I can't possible help him solve this. I also know that they are not going to work on this in practice.

I have considered 5 to 10 hours of work with a professional to move him beyond this issue.

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I got all I need. Thanks mate for volunteering to keep the wife happier but I'm not sure your size is adequate

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Private Coaching is fine however a child will need to understand the game as it relates to opening up calling for the ball reading the transition to allow him or her a chance to get into position. I feel a private trainer is a first touch/ some skill moves and maybe defensive type training after that it might be a waist !

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If no one (family - friend) will do it for free, private coaching can be good for specific skill improvement. While he can work on footskills by himself. He will get more out of his time if you can find a wall at a park (often used for tennis practice) where he can practice passing technique and improve his pace and his first touch. He can also practice his shooting. If footskills need improvement, you just need to google coerver drills and break out your cones (or dishrags or anything else that he can dribble around or which can define space). However, though he can practice shooting anywhere there is a fence to stop the ball (an investment in 4 or so $15 balls and a few cones equals one private session), it would be helpful to have another person serve crosses to him or send the ball over the top. You can throw him the ball if you can't serve it with your feet.
To address individual technical incompetencies, a coach might be helpful for one or two sessions to show him proper technique for example for striking the ball and guide him on how to improve the quality of his strike. He then can go to his fence or wall and practice himself. Defender training is harder if you don't know the game. You might need someone to work with him on tackle timing and technique. Pressure cover, first and second defender etc. Don't count on the team practices to address you specific child's weakness. A great coach might take some time every few weaks to help an individual, but generally they are focused on the macro team rather than the micro player (not that I definitely agree with this philosophy) A couple of sessions could set him on the road to success. However, he will need to take what the coach tells him and carry it further on his own.

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Summer is for swimming, surfing, water skiing and fishing. The only soccer my child may play is beach soccer when the tide goes out. The body needs to rest and rejuvenate.

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I often read that the summer is for "private coaching". son is in a mega club, on top u12 team. I am paying a lot and believe that "private coaching" is not needed. If he's interested enough, he will put in the time to figure it out himself.

So, from someone that has used a private coach, "convince" me that its the right way to go. What the going rate per/hr of training.

Another structured setting? Dont do it.
Players need to work out things on their own. If he is still having trouble, pin down one of the mega club coaches to assist him

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Another structured setting? Dont do it.
Players need to work out things on their own. If he is still having trouble, pin down one of the mega club coaches to assist him

Start or organize a pickup league on your local pitch. Open it to all ages and have at it. Use your money to rent the field if you must.

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Private training for outfield players = It depends on the club and the quality of coaching.

Private training for goalkeepers = Yes. All too often goalies are neglected in the club system.

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Club soccer usually equals 16 kids for one coach. Club coaches are busy teaching tactical strategy to your team most of the time. They don't have the time or the interest to focus on your kid and specific technical areas your kid needs help with or to challenge them to do it better and faster and try new things.

I have seen a number of kids really benefit from private training and the confidence that comes with it.

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Club soccer usually equals 16 kids for one coach. Club coaches are busy teaching tactical strategy to your team most of the time. They don't have the time or the interest to focus on your kid and specific technical areas your kid needs help with or to challenge them to do it better and faster and try new things.

I have seen a number of kids really benefit from private training and the confidence that comes with it.

Said the guy stumping for new clients. If the team's coach doesn't have time for all the players what are you paying for?

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Said the guy stumping for new clients. If the team's coach doesn't have time for all the players what are you paying for?

Anyone who has ever paid for decent technical private training knows how beneficial it is. Sorry if you don't know the difference between good private training and good club soccer practices. I like the club practices as well. They are just different products. One is geared to your child. The other is geared to your child's team. That's okay if you don't know the difference. Most people don't.