Private Soccer Training & Coaches in Laguna Beach, CA

I’ve been playing soccer since I was 2 years old and have trained under many experienced coaches throughout the years. I also have experience teaching and helping younger players develop their skills. Currently, I play at the professional academy LA Galaxy.

I help players develop the skills that actually make difference on the field - not tricks that only look impressive in practice. Every drill has a purpose and is designed to improve performance during real matches. My coaching focuses elite ball control, speed, agility, first touch, shooting, confidence and game intelligence, teaching players when and how to use each skill under pressure. 30 years of European soccer experience, i help players become more effective, more confident and stand out.

"My son John is 16 years old. English is not my first language, so I used a translator to write this review, but I really wanted to share our experience. I have known Tomas for many years because we used to play soccer together. Even back then, Tomas was always one of the players who stood out. Now, at 48 years old, he still has an impressive understanding of the game and the ability to demonstrate the techniques he teaches. When I found out he was visiting his family in the Czech Republic, I immediately called him and asked if he could help my son. My son plays in the Slavia Prague academy as a central midfielder, the same position Tomas used to play. At this level, competition is extremely high, and my son was fighting to earn a regular place in the starting eleven. We only had three weeks during Tomas’s visit, so we made the most of it—two days a week with two training sessions per day. It was very demanding and my son was definitely sore, but the improvement in his explosiveness, acceleration, agility, and overall dynamics was absolutely worth it. Another thing that makes Tomas different is his many years of experience playing high-level futsal. His ball touch, control, and quick footwork are something he can still demonstrate himself, not just explain. That made a huge impression on my son. Watching Tomas work with him reminded me why he always stood out as a player. He understands what happens on the field and knows how to transfer that knowledge to a young player. Writing this review is the minimum I can do to thank him. I truly hope Tomas can help many more young players the way he helped my son.

Coach Papa offers comprehensive soccer training services, including mentorship, fitness and agility drills, video analysis, and game strategy evaluation. Each session is tailored to the individual player’s needs, helping athletes improve their physical performance, sharpen technical skills, and develop tactical awareness. With his guidance, players gain confidence, discipline, and a deeper understanding of the game, preparing them for success on and off the field.

Experience in the classroom setting. Experience coaching soccer of all ages; toddlers, children, youth (high school) and men/women (UPSL). Emphasis on player development/team building. Play out from the back. Attack weak side. Keep possession on the attacking half. Ball movement. Technical/agility/position focused trainings.

"Dynamic/static warm up, fitness (change or direction and agility), ball mastery drills (v pulls, toe taps, etc) to technical ball work (passing: 1 touch/2 touch), position focused drills (#9: sideways on turning and half turns) and shooting to small goal by implementing sideways on/half turns

I’m a passionate soccer coach with years of experience playing the sport, managing a Sunday league team, and training younger players one-on-one. I focus on developing strong fundamentals, confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game while creating a positive and encouraging environment where players can improve both on and off the field.

"I highly recommend Coach Jose to any player looking to improve their soccer skills. He helped me grow not only as a player but also as a person by teaching discipline, confidence, and teamwork. His passion for the sport is clear, and he creates a positive atmosphere where players feel motivated to learn and improve. Thanks to his coaching, I became a more confident player who enjoys the game even more.

My name is Elliot Ruoo, and I am a former NCAA Division I soccer player at Liberty University and also have played professionally in England and Spain in the second and third division. I am currently a coach at LAFC academy and also have experience running camps in Spain. With several years of coaching experience and a USSF B Coaching license, I provide personalized training designed to improve technical skills, tactical awareness, and confidence for players of all levels. Every session is tailored to each athlete’s goals, creating a challenging and supportive environment that promotes measurable improvement and a lasting passion for the game.

"My son has been training with Coach Elliot for a few months now and we’ve seen a big improvement.

Coach Breanna Carrillo is the Varsity Head Coach at Villa Park High School, Program Director of the Villa Park Women’s Soccer Program, Assistant Coach at Chapman University, and a club coach with Rangers FC South. She has experience developing players at the youth, high school, and collegiate levels, helping athletes prepare for varsity, elite club competition, and college soccer through individualized, high-level training.