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California State University--Sacramento (CA)
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10 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Paul L.
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Former Division I hurdler and college assistant coach specializing in speed, hurdles, sprint mechanics, sport speed, and youth athletic development. View all coaching experience
Training Locations
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Packages
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
A 1-hour in-person evaluation covering movement quality, speed mechanics, strength needs, athletic coordination, and training goals. After the session, I’ll recommend the best EPD training path for speed, sport performance... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$80 1 session + applicable fees
Recommended
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
This 3-session package is a great starting point for athletes or adults who want hands-on coaching and a short introduction to the EPD training system. Sessions may include speed mechanics, sprint drills, strength training... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$229 3 sessions ($76/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
This 5-session package provides a stronger training block for clients who want more than a one-time session. We will focus on the client’s goals, movement needs, and sport or fitness demands while building a clear progress... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$375 5 sessions ($75/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
This 10-session package is the best option for clients who want a complete in-person development block. It allows enough time to assess, teach, progress, and refine key training qualities. Depending on the client, sessions... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$699 10 sessions ($70/ea) + applicable fees
Online Training
for a single athlete
This package is for clients who want a structured training plan without weekly live sessions. It includes an intake review, goal review, equipment review, and placement into the appropriate 12-week EPD training progression... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$249 1 session + applicable fees
Online Training
for a single athlete
This package includes four live remote coaching sessions where I watch, coach, and adjust training in real time through video. It is ideal for athletes or adults who cannot meet in person but still want direct feedback and... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$259 4 sessions ($65/ea) + applicable fees
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Shuttle Run, Cone Drills, Vertical Jump, Broad Jump, 40 Yard Dash
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Footwork, Explosion, Vertical, Lateral Quickness, Acceleration
Credentials
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California State University--Sacramento (CA)
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10 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Shuttle Run, Cone Drills, Vertical Jump, Broad Jump, 40 Yard Dash
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Footwork, Explosion, Vertical, Lateral Quickness, Acceleration
More About Coach Paul
I bring an elite-level attention to detail to speed, sprint, hurdle, and athletic development coaching. My background includes competing as a Division I track and field athlete, specializing in the 110m hurdles and 400m hurdles, and ranking among the top athletes in the world in my event group during my competitive career.
As a coach, I work with athletes ranging from young beginners to high school, college, and advanced competitors. My coaching approach is built around evaluation first. I look at the athlete’s age, sport, movement quality, training history, goals, confidence, and current limitations before deciding what they need. I do not believe in random workouts or one-size-fits-all training.
I specialize in developing acceleration, sprint mechanics, max velocity, first-step quickness, change of direction, deceleration, jumping ability, coordination, rhythm, reactive athleticism, hurdle technique, running form, race preparation, and overall athletic confidence. For field and court sport athletes, I help improve the qualities that transfer to sport: starting faster, stopping safely, changing direction efficiently, producing force, and moving with better control.
For youth athletes, my focus is age-appropriate development. Younger athletes need coordination, balance, rhythm, body control, skipping, jumping, landing, throwing, catching, confidence, and a positive relationship with movement before they need intense performance training. For older athletes, I progress training based on readiness, sport demands, and the athlete’s ability to handle quality work.
Whether an athlete is preparing for track, football, flag football, soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, or another speed-based sport, the goal is the same: build better movers, faster athletes, and more confident competitors through precise coaching and individualized development.
Division I Track and Field athlete at Sacramento State
Former college assistant coach
High school head track and field coach
3x 110m hurdle champion
1x 400m hurdle champion
1x Big Sky Conference MVP
Olympic Trials qualifier
Former world-ranked 110m hurdler and 400m hurdler
All-Decade Team selection
Sprint, hurdle, relay, speed, and athletic development specialist
A typical session with me will always start with identifying capabilities. A focus on the athletes sprint technique and athletic ability so the progression plan is catered specifically for their growth. I emphasize sprint technique and speed development before all else as I believe that speed is the tide that lifts all boats.
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Client Reviews
Joe (CoachUp client)
Coach Paul was very helpful and we look forward to having more sessions with him!
Evan (CoachUp client)
Really awesome coach
Rj (CoachUp client)
This guy is extremely knowledgeable at his craft my kids have improved tremendously working with coach Lyons, an I would recommend all athletes to get dialed in with him
Roy (CoachUp client)
Coach Paul is a great trainer! We have had 4 sessions with him and we can already see a big improvement in our 14 yr old daughter’s sprint technique and speed. He is patient and encouraging. He does a great job of communicating with the athlete and the parents. We highly recommend coach Paul!
Zion Allen (Testimonial)
Coach Lyons helped me accomplish so much in just my senior year. He was a huge factor in helping me get a full ride to BYU for football.
Julian Moncada (Testimonial)
Coach lyons has been such a game changer for me when it comes to speed. He’s pushed me to my limits, taught me proper techniques, and helped me build strength and endurance. With his guidance and my hard work, I’ve seen incredible progress. I came in my freshman year of high school with no track experience and started the szn off running a (11.4) and ended my sophomore szn with a (10.7). I’ve become faster, more explosive, and more confident on the track. It's amazing to see how far I’ve come.
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