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Michael Drake, Los Angeles, CA Football Coach

Michael Drake

Football By Drake

Football

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61 reviews

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As a 3rd generation football coach, I come from a proud bloodline of coaches with experience at the Youth, High School and Collegiate level. The motto is simple: Win The Day! View all coaching experience

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The percentage of time Michael Drake responded to client inquiries within 48 hours in the last 3 months.
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Training Locations
Training Locations
  1. Glorietta Tennis Park, 2801 North Verdugo Road, Glendale, CA
  2. North Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA
  3. Central Park, Santa Clarita, CA

Coach is willing to travel up to 50 miles

Packages

Light Package
In-Person Training for a single athlete

1 session package with Coach Michael. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$35 1 session + applicable fees

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Standard Package
Recommended
In-Person Training for a single athlete

3 session package with Coach Michael. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$144 3 sessions ($48/ea) + applicable fees

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Pro Package
In-Person Training for a single athlete

5 session package with Coach Michael. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$225 5 sessions ($45/ea) + applicable fees

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Elite Package
In-Person Training for a single athlete

10 session package with Coach Michael. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$430 10 sessions ($43/ea) + applicable fees

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  • Kent State University (OH)

  • 10 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Tight End, Wide Receiver, Running Back, Quarterback, Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back

  • Jamming, Pass Defense, Tackling, Route Running, Throwing, Footwork, Cutting, Catching

Credentials

  • Kent State University (OH)

  • 10 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Tight End, Wide Receiver, Running Back, Quarterback, Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back

  • Jamming, Pass Defense, Tackling, Route Running, Throwing, Footwork, Cutting, Catching

More About Coach Michael

Collegiate Coaching Experience:
Bryant University: 2015 - 2018
Positions Coached: Linebackers, Defensive Line, Quarterbacks
Kent State University: 2010 - 2015
Positions Coached: Quarterbacks, Offensive Line
AFCA Certified

High School & Youth Coaching Experience (Ages 7-18)
Hudson High School Football Camp
Boys & Girls Camp
Football By Drake Camp
Bryant University Camp

Competed at the High School (Stow-Munroe Falls High School) & Collegiate Level (Kent State University)
Team Captain

Coaching Accomplishments:
2016 - Guided Bryant University Quarterback Dalton Easton to All-New England Honors. Set school records in passing yards, completions, touchdowns and QBR.
2017 - Guided Bryant University Linebacker Thomas Costigan to All-American Honors. Set school records in tackles, sacks and tackles for loss. He is an expected 7th round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.

Each session will be designed to meet YOUR needs and exceed YOUR expectations. Just like in life, no two people are exactly alike, so why should your training sessions be?

At practice, we will focus on fundamentals, footwork and proper technique with specialized drills to meet positional needs. From proper 3-step drop, to route running to press coverage, we can do it all. All practice sessions can be adjusted to match the style of play of your team.

For advanced athletes that wish to become a student of the game, we will learn about big picture schemes and strategies from an offensive and defensive perspective. For example, what is the purpose of Cover 3 Buzz? Why must a receiver release outside of the defensive back? Several film examples will be provided from a wide range of college programs.

Each session will be filmed using multiple cameras to enhance mechanics and fundamentals of throwing, catching, footwork & tackling and to maximize our potential.

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Client Reviews

Coach Drake is amazing. He is really good with the kids in terms of coaching them to understand the whys. He communicates in a way that helps them understand. Not to mention, very knowledgeable as a coach in many positions. Highly recommended.

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Coach Drake has coached my 11 year old son twice and we've had a very positive experience. He is engaging, patient and at the same time makes his athlete work hard. He also know the position well, not just the technical and physical training methods but how to think and be a smart player. We recommend him highly.

My son had his first session with Coach Drake and he found it really helpful and enjoyable. Coach Drake was punctual and professional and my son received a great session. We will definitely be continue our sessions with Coach Drake. Highly recommend

Passionate about coaching. He tries to get in as much as he can in one hour sessions. Great coach!

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Michael is patient and applies strong attention to detail by making small adjustments during the session, that clearly improves my son’s throwing technique. We appreciate his patience with answering questions my son has during the training. It’s evident he has the experience.

Coach Drake has been invaluable for my sons progress. In just a few short weeks I see a major improvement in skills, confidence and drive and excitement for the game of football.

Fantastic coach. Clear, concise and really helped my son!

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Coach Michael is an amazing coach! He zoned in on where my son needs help the most and I already see improvements after just a few sessions!

Coach Mike is awesome. Knowledgeable, energetic and positive. Understands every position on the field and how to play it. His practices are both fun and challenging for our son who is learning a ton. Highly recommend!

This is the first time my son Joaquin has ever had one on one coaching and let me tell you that Coach Michael Drake is the BEST. He had so many drills for Joaquin that kept him engaged and focused the whole time. His positive feedback to Joaquin just made Joaquin want to do better each time. Coach Michael pushes Joaquin so he can reach his potential. Thank you so much Coach Drake.

Coach Mike works with both my boys (9 & 13yo.) he is incredibly patient, kind and funny. He makes my kids feel safe and confident!

Very knowledgeable and motivated coach. He provided my son with a lot of new techniques to work on and develop. Appreciate his time, effort and commitment to excellence he provided.

Coach Michael is an energetic and charismatic coach, who engages with his players right away and who knows how to guide players reach their goal.

Mike is an incredible coach. My son noticed improvements after his first session. Looking forward to my kid working with Mike for a long time.

Coach Michael is awesome! His positive and encouraging approach coupled with great knowledge of the game is a great fit for my son and I believe will reap long term benefits. We're grateful we found Michael!

Coach Drake has been great! He’s obviously very knowledgeable. He is so patient and awesome with my
11 year old. He switches up the drills and my son enjoys his sessions with him a lot!

Coach Michael comes with a prepared agenda and pushes my son for the full 60 minutes. He is very positive and detailed and hope to continue training with him and highly recommended.

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The session my son had with Coach Michael was awesome! Coach Michael was professional throughout the session, explaining how he runs his training sessions so that the player gets the most out of it. The drills he had my son do were directly related to the position (WR) and were well thought out and organized. He has a wealth of knowledge and was able to share that knowledge throughout the session in a manner that was understandable and helpful. My son really liked Coach Michael's positive attitude and we will be scheduling more sessions.

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Coach Mike was AMAZING!! He got through so much material into the hour long practice with my son. I am so excited for my son to continue working with him and give him more technique and confidence in his games. He was very positive in his critiques and gave my son a lot of drills to practice to improve his skills.

Thank you we can't wait for the next sessions!

Very knowledgeable on various techniques footwork definitely recommend to everyone.. my 12 year old son learned a lot and enjoyed practicing with coach Drake.

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Coach Mike was great to work with. My 15 year old son worked with Coach Mike over the summer for QB training and the results were amazing. Coach Mike gave an excellent base of fundamentals and progressed through complex reads and throws. Coach Mike is knowledgable, works great with kids and runs a fun practice while keeping the athlete engaged and learning. My son is excited to utilize the skills he has learned for the new season. We will definitely go to Coach Michael for future training.

Great first experience. Was patient with me even though I was a bit out of shape. Will be going too again

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Michael was super easy to work with and my son thoroughly enjoy his training sessions. He kept them intense but fun!

Coach Michael was great with my 14-year-old son, who had a great time and learned so much in even just the first session. Amazing coach --energetic, kind, and very knowledgeable. We feel really lucky to have found him. Thank you!

Great first lesson! My son made a lot of improvement already.

So far my son had 2 sessions with coach Michael and is very happy with him.

Coach Mike is going to get me to the next level, and beyond, as a football player and QB. He works players to give all they can - there is no better way to learn than to push your boundaries. I would recommend him to anyone! Thanks, Coach!

Our second session with Coach Michael, consistent enthusiasm and focus. Watching from the sidelines, we can tell that the Coach is giving 200% and really loves what he’s doing. Our son is getting so much from the coaching and feels empowered and engaged, he can’t wait for next class. Coach Michael gives a great balance of encouragement and technical insight, his post session reports give good insights and summarize opportunity.

My 13 year old son is loving his football receiver training sessions with Coach Mike. Highly recommend!

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This guy has the energy and patience to coach young players effectively. I highly recommend!

Michael was extremely positive and encouraging! He taught key skills to make my athlete more competitive.

We appreciate Coach Michael's positive, upbeat attitude. He give great direction and he's clear about technique; but it's never negative or angry.

Great coach recommended for anyone

Michael was fun, energetic but also very technical in teaching.

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Coach Michael is very professional, and very funny to work with.

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Coach Michael is awesome. Works well with my son and has awesome drills that have been great with my sons improvement in the game.

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Coach Michael is great. He's really outgoing and friendly, as well as a knowledgeable teacher and coach. My 14 year old son loved working with him.

Coach Mike is great! He came full of energy and knowledge. My son said he learned a lot from the footwork drills. He had fun and can tell it is going to help. He can’t wait until the next session. Coach Mike exceeded my expectations.

My son has been loving his sessions with Coach Michael. Can't say enough about his organization and attention to detail in the workouts. Looking forward to more!

My son talked about his first session for hours. He loved it.

My son was really impressed with the way mike explains things we feel that he’s going to be a big help to my sons development going forward thanks again coach

My Son had a great first session with Coach Michael. Coach Michael brought his A game and had a complete program ready for my Son on his first session. My Son is 14 and needs this kind of one-on-one structure. When the session was complete my Son said "I really like Coach Michael, he gets me, and the drills and techniques he worked on with me helped me correct a few of my techniques." We just booked more sessions with Coach Mike and my Son looks forward to continued honing of his skills. Great Job Coach Michael!

Coach Michael is a great coach! He taught me a ton of new workouts and exercises that that can help me improve my skills tremendously and help me get to where I want to be as well as answered all of the questions
i had during the session. I would recommend Coach Michael to anyone needing training.

Coach Michael was Awesome, my son loved his first practice! He can't wait till his next!

Mike is a true student of the game and is a terrific young coach. He has a strong cerebral understanding of the big picture but never lets the small details slide. If you are looking to improve your skills, you need to reach out to Mike Drake.
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