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Luka Stevanovic, Carlsbad, CA Soccer Coach

Luka Stevanovic

Soccer

SILVER
21 reviews

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Certified USSF National E License coach with 8 years of NCAA DII collegiate coaching experience. View all coaching experience

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Training Locations
Training Locations
  1. Pine Avenue Park, Chestnut Avenue, Carlsbad, CA
  2. Calavera Hills Community Center, 2997 Glasgow Drive, Carlsbad, CA

Coach is willing to travel up to 10 miles

Packages

First Session (Recommended)
In-Person Training for a single athlete

1 Session with Coach Luka — 75 minutes. Coach Luka recommends booking one discovery session first before scheduling additional sessions.

Session Length: 75 minutes

$100 1 session + applicable fees

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Standard Package
Recommended
In-Person Training for a single athlete

3 Sessions package with Coach Luka - 75 minutes.

Session Length: 75 minutes

$300 3 sessions ($100/ea) + applicable fees

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Family Package
In-Person Training for up to 3 athletes

1 Session with Coach Luka — 75 minutes. Up to 3 athletes per family.

Session Length: 75 minutes

$120 1 session + applicable fees

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Small Group Package
In-Person Training for up to 4 athletes

1 Session with Coach Luka — 75 minutes. Small group training for up to 4 athletes.

Session Length: 75 minutes

$150 1 session + applicable fees

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Online Package
Online Training for a single athlete

1 online session with Coach Luka. 60 minute session.

Session Length: 1 hour

$100 1 session + applicable fees

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  • California State University--San Marcos (CA)

  • 8 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Defense, Forward, Midfield

  • Agility, Crossing, Dribbling, First Touch, Free Kicks, Heading, One-Touch, One-on-Ones, Passing, Shooting

Credentials

  • California State University--San Marcos (CA)

  • 8 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Defense, Forward, Midfield

  • Agility, Crossing, Dribbling, First Touch, Free Kicks, Heading, One-Touch, One-on-Ones, Passing, Shooting

More About Coach Luka

USSF National "E" License Coach

Head Coach – CSUSM Men's Soccer Club (5 years)

Head Coach – West Coast FC U12 (3 years)

Private Training – 5+ years of specialized experience developing youth and teen athletes through advanced technical instruction, skill refinement, and game IQ training—helping players reach higher levels of confidence and performance.

With 8 years of experience as Head Coach of West Coast Premier and later the CSUSM Men’s Club Team, I’ve developed a deep knowledge of player development process. I bring this expertise into every private session, using advanced drills that mirror the intensity and professionalism of high-level training environments. My sessions emphasize technical precision, tactical awareness, and game-realistic scenarios that accelerate growth. In addition to on-field training, I also serve as a resource for dedicated families, helping connect ambitious athletes with top San Diego clubs and college programs when they’re ready to take the next step.

I began coaching because I truly enjoy working with kids and passing on my love and knowledge of the game. Soccer has been part of my life since childhood, and I bring exceptional demonstrative skills to show athletes how drills and techniques should be performed with precision. I’m passionate about the sport and love every opportunity to step on the field, guide players, and help them grow.

➡️ Please message me before booking sessions with your athlete’s performance level and preferred training day/time.

I’ve played soccer competitively since age 7, beginning in Europe (Serbia) where the game is deeply rooted in culture and intensity. After moving to the United States, I continued my journey with some of Southern California’s top programs—Surf Soccer Club, West Coast FC Premier, and Mission Viejo High School. I achieved multiple milestones at the highest levels of youth soccer, experiences that shaped not only my skillset but also my passion for player development.

🏆 National Cup Champion (2009, 2010, 2012)
🏆 Far West Regional Champion (2010)
📈 Ranked #2 nationally (2010)

In 2012, I was recruited on an athletic scholarship to play NCAA Division II soccer at Cal State San Marcos, where I competed for four years as a midfielder, recording 15 goals and 27 assists.

I don’t believe 60-minute sessions are enough for fast, lasting progress. That’s why I coach for 75 minutes—the European standard. This extra time ensures players receive a complete training experience: proper warm-up, high-quality technical work, and tailored drills that lead to real growth.

Before each session, I connect with parents to understand their player’s needs, strengths, and areas for improvement. I also discuss any specific skills or goals they’d like me to emphasize so every session is personalized.

Typical 75-Minute Session Plan-
Warm-Up & Dynamic Stretching (10–12 min): Light movement, dynamic stretching, and plenty of quality touches on the ball (passing, dribbling, juggling). Prepares the body and builds confidence with the ball right away.

Core Technical Training (20–25 min): Focus on ball mastery and technical foundations such as first touch, dribbling, passing, and ball control under pressure. Younger players work on high repetition and fun competitive challenges, while older players focus on game-like intensity and advanced technical sequences.

Tactical & Situational Play (15–20 min): Position-specific drills, decision-making scenarios, and small-sided games (1v1, 2v2) that connect technique with game awareness and improve “soccer IQ.”

Personalized Development (10–15 min): Customized drills based on player and parent goals (finishing, defending, midfield vision, etc.). Adjusted session-to-session depending on needs.

Competitive Finish & Cool-Down (5–8 min): End with a fun, competitive challenge or game, followed by light stretching and a quick recap to lock in key takeaways.

Overall, for younger athletes emphasis is on: Repetition, fun, and confidence-building.
For advanced athletes: Speed of play, tactical awareness, and technical refinement.

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Coach Luka has been working with our 7 year old son for 3 sessions and we've already noticed a huge improvement in his all around game! Coach Luka prepares outstanding drills and really coaches throughout each session with reminders, solid instruction, and honest and specific feedback. We will continue to work with Coach Luka and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for one-on-one coaching!

We were very happy with our first session with Coach Luka. He really inspired my 13-year old daughter with new techniques that she was able to use immediately in her games. Looking forward to more sessions!

Coach Luka was a great coach to work with. My son really liked him as he was knowledgeable and patient. He was also a good motivator and quick to respond. Highly recommend.

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Coach Luka is awesome! I love how he pushes my son to get the most out of the session. He is very motivating and positive I will definitely book more sessions with him. Very great coach!

Coach Luka is patient and willing to change direction when something is not working. He provides strong feedback "let's do one more and then we get water" when necessary to encourage a player to be persistent and build grit. He is a skilled collegiate player and has a future as a coach.

Coach Luka is dynamic, energetic, knowledgeable and truly understands the game of soccer, the technique, and the best way to engage. Our son Luca thoroughly enjoyed his session with Coach Luka, and cannot wait to have another session. We look forward to ongoing session and improvement with Luca's game.

Energetic, passionate, and extremely professional, Luka made great progress with both of my boys (age 16 and 8) in just one, short, 75 min session. Would definitely recommend Luka to anyone looking to improve their game.

Luka knows the game of soccer very well and his training in the area of technical skills is top notch. He has had an impact on my sons game after just two sessions and we intend to keep working with him. Our son is really learning how to play correctly and also enjoys the work outs. I would also mention that Luka is patient and makes his sessions fun!

Coach Luka is a gifted teacher and soccer player. He connected immediately with all of us and taught an amazing amount in a short period of time. Highly recommend him!!!

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Coach Luka was great. He is age appropriate for my 13 year old daughter. He kept the session at a good pace, while making sure she understood what was being taught. More sessions with him will help my daughter improve!

My daughter had her 1st session with Coach Luka today and I'll quote her first. "I like Coach Luka. He's fun, encouraging, positive and funny". Never thought I'd ever hear that come out of her mouth so I'm pleasantly surprised. Coach Luka was amiable and approachable. Communication was great. Coach Luka was a recommendation and I would definitely reccomend him to others and those that I know on the soccer community.

Coach Luka is the best coach that our son has had in the last five years. He is patient, talented and extremely effective. After just a few training sessions, our son improved on his footwork, ball handling skills, scoring tactics, and endurance. He was moved up a level and qualified for two of San Diego's top U14 soccer teams. Luka communicated well with the kids and was very good at assessing their areas for improvement. He uses positive reinforcement and a diverse set of drills as part of his training. He is amazing as a coach.

This was our first experience with CoachUp. Luka showed up on time at the field, had equipment, was charismatic and had a plan. The boys responded favorably to him and had a good workout. Very positive experience for the two BU14s, and hope to have more sessions with him soon.

Great coach! It was my daughters (8) first session today. She truly enjoyed herself. My husband said the coach was polite, engaging and encouraging. Our daughter walked away from her first session feel encouraged and gaining new skills! We look forward to future sessions!

Coach Luka is a very engaging coach. My daughter enjoyed his fast pace session very much and he worked very hard to not only train and teach, but to make it fun! He is easy to work with, knowledgeable and is not afraid to get involved in the training. This was our first session, but we will continue working with coach Luka and look forward to the development of our daughter's soccer skill and speed.

Coach Luka is a very fast pace, involved coach who pushed his players to their limits. I really enjoy his style of coaching where all the drills are intense, demanding, and done with speed. As he is an exceptional soccer player he will show athletes how drills, technique, and movement off the ball are done at the high level and push his athletes to reach another level. He brings out the energy and passion for soccer in every player and he always incorporates it with fun, competitive drills.
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