Private Lessons & Coaches in Sanford, NC

For over 16 years, I've cultivated a deep love for soccer in players of all levels. I provide expert guidance and a fun, supportive environment to help you achieve your goals on the field. My passion is unlocking your full potential!

4.0 Rating. Tournament Player. Let's Find Your Weaknesses and Build Up From There!

"I have had a few lessons with Thomas and I have made great improvements in my game.. He has unique way of teaching that will help you enjoy your lessons. If you are thinking about learning to play pickelball i highly recommend giving Thomas a try.

Youth soccer coach with more than 20 years of experience developing boys and girls ages 3–13 across recreational, middle-school and NZone programs. Experienced in teaching fundamentals, building confidence, promoting teamwork and creating a positive, structured environment for young athletes. References available from NZone leadership.

I foster player growth with personalized soccer coaching. My approach blends skill-building with strategic understanding. Let's elevate your game!

I grew up playing basketball in the fundamental parts of West Texas. Learning the love of the game from watching my three older sisters play. I was a gym rat as they call it, always wanting a ball in my hands. It served me well as it allowed me the opportunity to play at the Division 1 Level under a full ride scholarship. During which my team won Conference Championships, NCAA births, WNIT Final Four births and broke school records. Teaching the next generation is a passion.

I transform potential into performance, making mindset, skill, tactical awareness, and confidence my priorities. I draw on many years of teaching experience, technical expertise, and a supportive, structured approach to deliver individualized football coaching that fosters growth and enjoyment.

Matthew Donahue is an actor and teacher who helps performers develop truthful, connected, and compelling work. He has taught Acting for Non-Majors at UNC-Chapel Hill, led university-level workshops, and taught through PlayMakers Repertory Company’s youth programs. He also works privately with actors preparing for BFA and MFA auditions. His teaching style is collaborative, practical, and individualized, drawing from his professional experience, MFA training, and Meisner study.

Darlene has spent over 30 years in the field of Sports Medicine and high-performance coaching. She earned her BS degree in Sports Medicine with a concentration in Movement Science & kinesiology. Darlene also holds two graduate certifications in Mindfulness Education and Inspired Coaching & Leadership. Darlene has worked with high performance athletes in tennis and soccer, from Juniors to professionals. She is WTA and USTA credentialed as a coach.

I have been playing baseball for more than 20 years and coaching youth teams for several seasons. Across six seasons as a head coach, my teams have a combined 49-9-1 record. I have also coached our town all star team as an assistant, sharing many of the responsibilities of the head coach. Parents and players regularly give positive feedback about the improvement they see and the environment I create. My approach is built on a simple idea: players learn best when they enjoy the game, feel supported, and are encouraged to grow. I want players to like playing for me and to know that I take their development seriously. I participate directly in drills by throwing, hitting, fielding, and demonstrating mechanics so they can see how each movement should look. In individual lessons, that means you get clear examples, detailed feedback, and drills tailored to how you move and what you want to improve. I do not believe in yelling at players or embarrassing anyone in front of the team. On the teams I coach, we win and lose together. If a specific mistake needs to be addressed, I handle it one on one and give clear, honest feedback. At the same time, I keep expectations clear and consistent. If effort or focus drops, we reset with conditioning or structured drills to get everyone locked back in. I teach that good baseball comes from strong mechanics, physical strength, discipline, and confidence. We run, do push ups, and talk through game situations so players learn to think the game, not just play it. I want players to enjoy baseball, understand why it is fun, and learn that being good at something is enjoyable even when the work gets tough. I am happy to work on any part of a player’s game, but I have a particular passion for pitching and love helping pitchers sharpen their mechanics, command, and mound presence. Whether you want to improve your pitching, throwing, hitting, or overall baseball IQ, I focus on clear instruction, repeatable fundamentals, and a mindset that helps you succeed on the field.

"As a parent, I couldn’t be more grateful for the positive influence Coach Alex has been both on and off the field. From day one, the coach created an environment that was fun, encouraging, and disciplined while helping the players grow not only as athletes but as individuals. On many occasions, the coach would stay after practice to work one-on-one with players on pitching and batting. That extra effort showed how much Coach Alex truly cares about each player’s development. I’m so grateful for the confidence and growth my child has experienced each season with Coach Alex!