Private Lessons & Coaches in Edgewood, NM

I have spent the past 14 years of my life so far playing soccer, and I would love to be able to help teach some new beginners! I have some background in coaching for U12 and under teams with AYSO, I9, and New Mexico Rapids soccer club. I am located on the west side, and would love to meet new young soccer stars to help introduce them or improve their skills.

"Was very sweet and caring throughout whole training!! She made sure he was having fun while learning the basics of a soccer ball. My son had never played before, and now with the help from our new coach, had some at home plan to help him hopefully make a team and be successful!!

With 19 years of soccer instruction, I foster skill development and ignite passion. I offer tailored coaching that builds confidence and elevates performance. Join me to unlock your full potential on the field!

Gina began her education in Flagstaff, Arizona in gymnastics, Jazz, Ballet, Modern, Tap, Graham, Yoga, Feldenkrais, Yoga and Tai Chi with Jayne Lee and Elizabeth Troxler while obtaining a fully waived Bachelors from Northern Arizona University where she worked as a Water Safety Instructor and taught dance and rock climbing locally. Gina studied at the Ailey School in NY for a season and completed an Associates in Dance from Coconino Community College. Gina performed and choreographed for several different professional companies in Arizona. As she evolved, Gina’s somatic inquisitiveness served as a foundation for her investigation into more adventurous dancing and she continued to study Release, West African, Pilates, and ​Capoeira inspired by her intensive work with Holly Johnston in Los Angeles. In 2010, she arrived in the San Francisco Bay Area and studied with Scott Wells, Augusta Moore, Kathleen Hermesdorf, Sara Shelton Mann, Lizz Roman, Kira Kirsch, and Bandaloop, performing professionally for Catch Me Bird Dance Theatre​, FloatingRib Dance Project, ​World Dance Fusion ​and later ​touring with the Carpetbag Brigade and Nemcatacoa Teatro from Bogota, Colombia where she lived and worked as an artist in residence in 2014 performing and instructing in Neiva, La Vega and Tunja. In 2015 she was part of a collaboration with Alariete and InARTE in Guadalajara, Mexico, leading to more touring and teaching opportunities throughout the city as well as in Nayarit, Tepic, Tapalpa, Chapala and Mexico City. Gina was invited to teach for Circo Globo in Albuquerque, NM and since 2016 has stayed working as a teaching artist, art model and performer notably working with Meow Wolf, AirDance, ABQ Circus Arts, Wise Fool, Tricklock, Institute of American Indian Arts, Albuquerque Dance Exchange, Bellas Artes, Festival Ballet Albuquerque and the University of New Mexico.

"Gina is an incredibly talented mover who is dedicated to sharing her vast knowledge with her students.

Over 15 years playing basketball, with experience playing at the NCAA D2 level, as well as coaching high school . I'm dedicated to developing skills and IQ that will actually transfer to the court. I make sure my athletes have a clear (on paper) plan that leads them towards the goals and needs. I also specialize in film and scouting.

"I like how dynamic practices are, I was able to work on multiple skills. Thanks for the videos you sent me coach!

I’m Sofiane Djeffal, a former collegiate and current professional soccer player for New Mexico United whose career was shaped by high-level competition and demanding training environments. Having performed at both levels, I bring firsthand experience of what it takes to progress, perform, and stand out on the field.

""Coach Sofiane is a great coach and technical player, he knows how to teach kids as well as how to play the game. Great personality, he makes the sessions very productive but also fun at the same time my daughter enjoys and looks forward to training with him. I highly recommend coach Sofiane if you are looking to improve technique, first touch, passing, shooting and awareness etc."

For over 25 years, I've passionately guided football enthusiasts to excel. My positive energy and years of experience unlocks potential and instills strategic thinking. Let's elevate your game!

For nearly four decades, I've dedicated myself to the sweet science of martial arts, training individuals of all skill levels. I'm passionate about helping you unlock your potential, building both physical strength and mental resilience within the ring. Let's step into the gym together and elevate your kick boxing or karate journey.