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Christian I., Phoenix, AZ Soccer Coach

Christian I.

Soccer

SILVER
6 reviews

I coach the best of the rest and make the rest the best. The best were the rest at one point. Which one are you? View all coaching experience

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Training Locations
Training Locations
  1. 6102 E Acoma Dr, 6102 East Acoma Drive, Scottsdale, AZ
  2. Granada Park, 6505 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ

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  • University of Michigan--Ann Arbor (MI)

  • 24 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Midfield, Forward

  • Throw-Ins, Shooting, One-on-Ones, One-Touch, Heading, Goal Kicks, Free Kicks, First Touch, Dribbling, Crossing, Corner Kicks

Credentials

  • University of Michigan--Ann Arbor (MI)

  • 24 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Midfield, Forward

  • Throw-Ins, Shooting, One-on-Ones, One-Touch, Heading, Goal Kicks, Free Kicks, First Touch, Dribbling, Crossing, Corner Kicks

More About Coach Christian

Founder of LeftFoot Coaching Academy, a Minneapolis based coaching academy which trained thousands of athletes of all levels. Accomplishments include coaching and developing players that have achieved: 6 Minnesota State Ms. Soccer Awards, 1 Mr. Soccer. 7 High School state championship teams had over 6 "LeftFoot" clients on their teams.
LeftFoot Coaching Academy was housed in a 10,000 sq foot facility from 2008-2019 in Minneapolis and saw between 45-200 clients a day based on my curriculum and guidance.

USSF B Licence & USYS National Y Instructor
Over 10,000 hours of coaching instruction on the field with athletes of all levels: U9-U24, collegiate, professional, etc.

I am a 1st Kyu Martial Arts students for over 24 years in the form of Kojosho Karate. I played some collegiate ball, but have been known for my instructional methods, Zen philosophy and skills related to developing the whole athlete. Living proof of the best coaches aren't the best former players! But I excelled and love to play the game and can demonstrate all techniques.

I specialize in four primary aspects of the game: FootSkills, BallStriking, Aerial Warfare and Spatial Awareness. I will assess the athlete using my system of tracking the acceleration and deceleration phases and mastery of multi-directional movement with and without the ball. I'll focus on developing both sides of the players technique through exercises that address neural plasticity of the brain and accelerate motor skill development. I use progression based learning in all of my private coaching sessions so that we build a solid base of coordination, rhythm and then execute at speed.

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Client Reviews

Coach Christian ran a thoughtful and cerebral session which combined technique, mobility and mental approach. He’s very hands on and communicative. Good and helpful practice.

Christian takes a calm and wise approach. We really enjoyed our session with him!

Being the Vice President of the Minnesota Thunder Academy, and playing soccer through the collegiate level in Minnesota, I know many of the best coaches and trainers in Minnesota, and when I had to choose a trainer for my daughter, I chose Christian. While Christian is one of the best in Minnesota at developing technical skills, it is really his understanding of the psychological component of the game that sets him apart. My daughter understands the game differently and plays with more confidence after training with Christian. He has and continues to help with her development as a soccer player and as a person. – John M. Jerabek
When Maia began working with you, I believed that you would become one of the great teachers/mentors of her life. That season and our continued involvement with you beyond that team with private coaching, has proven my statement correct. I do not believe there is anyone more committed to his kids or better qualified to develop outstanding players and character than you. My initial opinion has only been confirmed and reinforced. ~Dr. John Lundstrom
When we found Christian, one conversation was all we needed -- his philosophy of creating a fun, safe soccer “home” to try new things and develop your skills and knowledge of soccer was a perfect fit. As our daughter continued working with Christian, we saw her become more comfortable with the ball at her feet and saw great improvement in her game. He is also helping us navigate the world of club soccer as we make a plan for Alexis' future. Now she is well on her way to reaching her dream! As for what we would have done at U11, we would have found you sooner!! Also a team that focused on technique early on and developing the player at that age level. Thanks Christian! ~Rich, Shelley, and Alexis Gannon
I wanted to let you know how important you and Left Foot have been to Abby! LF is an incredible place! As you probably know, Abby joined LF at a very critical time in her soccer career. She was at significant risk of losing her love of a sport she had done since she was 3 years old. She had also begun to lose confidence in her ability to compete at a high level. Mike may have given you more details about everything Abby experienced this past summer...I will not dredge up that past. However, suffice it to say, it was not a good situation for her and we, her parents, were extremely concerned. In a very real sense, membership at LF saved Abby in soccer and, more importantly, in self-confidence! I read all your blogs and really appreciate each one. However, it was the recent "A Home for You" that prompted me to write. I wanted to confirm your final statements - you are having an enormous impact on these kids' lives. Abby's "issues" were not the same as the player you describe, however, without you the outcome could have been the same. You and your program stepped in at just the right time. It was a flood of positive reinforcement after months of quite the opposite. We saw a significant improvement in her attitude and energy which translated directly into a resurgence of her confidence, skills and performance. It was amazing to watch! Abby has just finished up a very strong fall season with De LaSalle. She is far too humble to tell you that she started every game and played nearly every minute of those games. The transformation from an emotionally draining summer to a rock solid fall was in large part due to the work she is doing and the experiences she is having at LF! There are many things she wants to continue to strengthen throughout the coming months (ball striking, foot skills, overall conditioning, etc.) and we know LF will be there for her every step of the way! So, thank you, thank you, thank you! ~Sara (and Mike) Vidmar
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