Soccer lessons with
Nikolay Velikov
From$35.43 per lesson
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Soccer lessons with
Nikolay Velikov
From$35.43 per lesson
•✨Nikolay is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with soccer. We strictly vet every instructor so you can book with confidence. Satisfaction is guaranteed. If anything go sideways, we'll switch you to a different coach or give you your money back.
✨Nikolay is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with soccer. We strictly vet every instructor so you can book with confidence. Satisfaction is guaranteed. If anything go sideways, we'll switch you to a different coach or give you your money back.
About your soccer coach
I grew up playing soccer and still train daily, so I bring a player’s mindset into every session. I’m also a certified strength and conditioning coach, which allows me to teach proper movement, balance, speed, and power—not just footwork. Whether the player needs help with first touch, dribbling, shooting, or overall fitness, I build sessions around their exact goals. I keep coaching positive and honest, and I want every athlete I work with to leave feeling stronger, more confident, and excited to come back.
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Teaches: Not specified
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: St. Petersburg, Florida
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Years Playing: 20 years
Nikolay's availability
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Near St. Petersburg, Florida
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We can suggest similar coaches or arrange a different spot (even at home)
Accomplishments
➕Certified Strenght & Conditioning Coach
Specializations
⚽Passing & Receiving
⚽Defending & Tackling
⚽Shooting & Scoring
⚽Ball Control & Dribbling
Reputation
✨Nikolay is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with soccer. We strictly vet every instructor so you can book with confidence. Satisfaction is guaranteed. If anything go sideways, we'll switch you to a different coach or give you your money back.
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonEvaluation + Basics
Focus: Comfort with the ball + simple movement
Dynamic warm-up
Basic ball mastery: toe taps, inside touches, outside touches
Intro to first touch (control + pass)
Simple dribbling through cones
Short passing & close-range finishing
Quick review + at-home touches (2–3 mins daily)
Lesson 11+Development Phase
Focus: Consistency + decision-making
Advanced ball mastery
Agility + acceleration work
Dribbling with purpose (space + angles)
Receiving under pressure
Passing combinations (give-and-go)
Shooting off the dribble
Simple tactics: when to dribble, when to pass, creating space
Lesson 4-10Skill Building Phase
Focus: Technique + coordination + speed
Each session includes:
Warm-up with agility
Ball mastery progressions
First touch on the move
Dribbling patterns + basic feints
Passing while moving
Shooting technique (plant foot, laces, follow-through)
Small game situations (1v1, cone defender, dribble & finish)
Goal: cleaner touches, better movement, improved confidence.
Lesson 2-3Control, Touch & Dribbling
Focus: Building confidence with the ball
Warm-up + quick footwork
Ball mastery combos (foundation touches, pull-push, inside-outside)
First touch into space
Dribbling with change of direction (inside cut, outside cut, pull-back)
Short passing accuracy
Simple 1v1 gate challenge
What you need to bringPlayers only need to bring a soccer ball, water, cleats or turf shoes, and shin guards.
What I can bringI provide all training equipment, including cones, extra balls, agility ladder, and small pop-up goals.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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