Soccer Classes for Adults….why not? We can always improve!
January 9, 2010
In my quest to teach and help improve soccer I have found a lack of soccer classes catering to adult soccer players. In playing for co-ed soccer teams in the bay area the last 10 years I have seen many players that could benefit from them. It seems that the players that could use the help are the new players to soccer starting at an older age OR the ones that play but do not have anywhere to learn the game and get better. It is common place for teams not to have practices, so where do you go to get better?
A lot of times I see people get discouraged when playing against “Experienced” players and ultimately feel they are just a body taking up space. Well that does not have to be that way and soccer should never feel like a reason to be unsatisfied.
I created these Adult Soccer Classes to help players looking to get better in a friendly and positive environment. I know how intimidating it can be when coming to games and practices and people are not passing you the ball or getting you involved in the play.
With the Soccer Intelligence class we help equal the playing field by teaching you to play smarter game. To out think your opponent even if they have a physical or experience advantage. I have seen a dramatic effect with female players in particular. When playing against men, they are able to out play them using more of a cerebral game and not having to try to FIGHT it out physically. Which is where alot of injuries occur and general bad feelings about playing with men. LOL
If you love the game the way I do and want to get better, get in touch with me. I have a passion for this game but an even greater passion for people to improve and enjoy this beautiful game as well.
Thanks again!
Luis
Youth soccer players and self esteem.
November 16, 2009
As we look to the future of soccer and teach youth soccer players, let us remember that we must allow a degree of risk taking for players to develop confidence. We as coaches, must allow players to understand that the game of soccer is about risk taking. Taking chances to score or make a play. That there is some failure but that they are attempting to make a specific play is what we are looking for. I have seen a lot of coaches program players. Any small mistake is made a big thing and the players confidence bottoms out. Well what about the fact that the player made the attempt in the first place. Yes, the play did not go as planned BUT also let them know you did see what they were trying to do and to KEEP TRYING.
Self Esteem for youth soccer players is a huge part of a coaches responsibility. At an age when players absorb everything a coach brings to them, we must be supporting and patient. I have seen players that people thought could not play, start or score….turn into players well beyond the criticisms mentioned about them. This was accomplished by supporting them and giving them the reassurance that I am seeing their efforts.
All players on the team are deserving of our attention. Those that do not start are even more valuable to a team as they are the ones pushing the starters to new levels of play. If you speak to your team, let them know that ALL PLAYERS ARE VALUED!
Thanks again for reading this blog…Luis
Soccer Intelligence…..a lost art.
October 18, 2009
What is Soccer Intelligence?
I believe Soccer Intelligence is a player’s ability to read the game as it occurs while having possession of the ball and without it. The player must anticipate and decide what their next action is prior to receiving the ball. They must always be moving and using change of pace and direction to elude markers. Their passes are always direct, solid, sending their teammates into threatening areas of the field which split or unbalance a defense. Always presenting yourself to the player with the ball at a supporting angle and communicating to them verbally.
This to me is a lost art that coaches may not realize is missing from their teams’ practices. The fundamentals of the game are starting to outweigh the development of creativity and uniqueness of soccer. Next time you watch a game pay attention not only to both teams’ passing but also the way players not in possession of the ball react and move. Are they getting into supporting angles to the person with the ball or moving away from them? Are they constantly moving and changing pace to shake their markers? Are they running at one speed all the time? Are the runs they make into threatening areas and in a forward direction? Are the passes made to someone intentionally or just kick ball soccer?
It is a lot to think about and as coaches we have little time in practice to cover all aspects of the game. What we can do though is spend more time helping out teams play together as cohesive unit with creativity and awareness. Use soccer drills that allow players to take risks with creativity and team play. Risk taking is what makes soccer exciting! The risk takers in the game make the goals and create the wonderful plays we love to watch! Soccer IQ can do this for you!
Luis
Soccer Lessons And Coaching Questions | How long have you been in business?
October 7, 2009
I have been in business since 2007. I have done alot of private soccer training and group training. I created Soccer IQ Performance Innovations as a way to give soccer players all the aspects of the game I felt I was missing when I was bein coached. I have taken feedback from many new and former soccer players and develpoded the Soccer IQ workshops to fit the needs and experiences gathered from that information.
Soccer Lessons And Coaching Questions | What’s it cost for improved soccer skills?
October 5, 2009
What is the cost to get the most out of your soccer playing and improve your game?
$175.00 for 8 sessions. Each session is 2 hours, one day a week.
With our soccer workshops, you receive over 100 minutes of Playing Time in each session! You get more on the ball training and game time in these workshops than you would playing in Indoor Soccer or in 5v5 Soccer Leagues!
Currently available for Co-Ed Adult Soccer players age 21 and up! Players of all levels welcome!
On price alone you are getting a greater value! You are going to be hard pressed to find a better amount of soccer playing time anywhere.
Soccer Lessons And Coaching Questions | Where are you located?
September 29, 2009
We’re located in Contra Costa County and we serve Concord, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill and Livermore, California. If you’re in the Contra Costa County area you might want to consider driving over to our location. We hold lessons at different locations so please call us today to see if we’re close to you.
We are located in the Concord area but we’re looking to reach out to the entire Bay Area and increase the level of adult and youth soccer in California!
Soccer Lessons And Coaching Questions | How much experience do you have in soccer?
September 29, 2009
I have played soccer for 30 years from Youth Soccer, Premier, District 4, Olympic Development Program, Men’s Amateur Leagues, High School and College Soccer in the Bay Area.
I have coached at many different levels of the game from Under 10s, High School to Adult Co-Ed Soccer. I believe in teaching the players all the best of what I have learned over 30 years to help the players enjoy soccer. I believe it is not only important to teach youth players but also teach parents as well. It is amazing to see the benefits and happiness of a parent being knowledgeable about the game and actually playing soccer with their children.
I do lessons for both adult and youth soccer players of any level. I work in the Alameda County and Contra Costa County areas.
Please contact me if this is the kind of soccer experience you would love to have!
Soccer Lessons And Coaching Questions | What are the benefits of your service?
September 25, 2009
The benefits of our Soccer IQ workshops are that you develop a smarter more creative game. I feel that soccer players are taught a lot of the basics as far as ball control and basics fundamentals. What I think that players lack is more teaching on how to read the flow of a game and how to put yourself in the best positions to take advantage of it. Learning that movement off the ball can cause havoc to a defense. Another is learning to always have supporting players to pass to.
In our soccer classes, we teach players how to move off the ball to shake their markers. Players also learn that using the give and go is the key to unlocking a defense. Using the ball to do the work.
Please feel free to reach out to me!
Luis Flores Aguilar
5 Common Soccer Coaching Related Questions | Concord, California
September 22, 2009
To start off this column we are going to answer 5 common questions that we get. Over the course of the next year we will try and answer almost all of the common questions that we receive and that you may want the answers to. If you have any questions we haven’t yet covered please call us and we’ll help you right away.
1- Where are you located?
2 – What’s the cost to get improve your soccer skills and playing?
3 – How long have you been in business for?
4 – What are the benefits of your service?
5 – What is your experience in soccer?
Tune in each week for a new tip, definition, special promotion or local news update.
Announcing Soccer IQ Performance Innovations On CityScoop!
September 14, 2009
Welcome to the Concord, CA Soccer column of CityScoop. Soccer IQ of Concord and Livermore, California will be blogging here on a weekly basis, creating a learning center as well as a local news post for upcoming tournaments, team news, roster changes, and more. Check back soon for more information.
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