Learn Football with Richard
💰$25 weekly lessons
At the forefront of youth sports development, my role as Head Football ( flag, tackle) Coach has been defined by a commitment to cultivating leadership and discipline in young athletes. I have six years of playing football, both in high school and FCS College football. I have been dedicated to coaching football for five years. My goal is to unlock the growth and potential in each player, which is a reflection of my perseverance and strategic approach to players' development. Character and commitment are expected both in me and the players I work with. My specialty is working with running backs, receivers, and defensive backs. .
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Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers
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Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:1 location available
Maize South Middle School
3403 N Tyler Rd, Wichita, KS 67205, USA
791.3 miles awayOutdoors
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Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
9 AM - 7 PM
mondays
9 AM - 7 PM
tuesdays
9 AM - 7 PM
wednesdays
9 AM - 7 PM
thursdays
9 AM - 7 PM
fridays
9 AM - 7 PM
saturdays
9 AM - 7 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIntroduction to Basic Rules and Concepts:
Downs: Explain that teams have four attempts (downs) to gain 10 yards.
First Down: Explain that a first down is achieved when a team gains 10 yards.
Scoring: Introduce the concept of touchdowns (6 points), extra points (1 or 2 points), and field goals (3 points).
Offense and Defense: Explain the roles of offense (trying to score) and defense (preventing the other team from scoring).
4. Lesson Structure:
Warm-up: Start with light cardio and dynamic stretching to prepare students for the lesson.
Skill Development: Focus on the specific skills you want to teach during the lesson.
Drills and Games: Use drills and games to practice the skills and make learning fun.
Cool-down: End with light stretching and a review of the skills learned during the lesson.
Practice 1: Foundational Skills
Warm-up (10 minutes):
Light jogging and dynamic stretching.
Agility drills (e.g., cone drills, lateral shuffles).
Catching Drills (20 minutes):
Catching with a partner: Players practice catching passes thrown by a partner, focusing on proper hand position and body positioning.
Catching off the chest: Players practice catching passes thrown to their chest, focusing on keeping the ball in the hands.
Lesson 11+Lesson Structure:
Warm-up: Start with light cardio and dynamic stretching to prepare students for the lesson.
Skill Development: Focus on the specific skills you want to teach during the lesson.
Drills and Games: Use drills and games to practice the skills and make learning fun.
Cool-down: End with light stretching and a review of the skills learned during the lesson.
Lesson 4-10Focus on fundamental skills like passing, catching, and running routes, using drills and games to build a foundation for later learning.
Example:
Warm-up:
"Tag" Game: Students run around, and one player is "it" trying to tag others. This builds running and evasion skills.
"Football Tag": Students have a football and try to evade being tagged by their opponents.
"Football Relay": Teams of students run a short distance, pass the ball, and tag the next team member.
Skill Development:
Throwing:
"Rainmakers": Students throw a football to a partner, aiming for a target (e.g., a cone, a bucket).
"Partner Poly Pass": Students practice throwing and catching while moving in a pattern.
Catching:
"YAC" (Yard After Catch): Players practice catching the ball and running with it a short distance.
"Catching Low, Medium, High": Students practice catching footballs thrown at different heights.
Running:
"Snake Run": Students run in a zig-zag pattern while holding a football.
"Team Touchdowns": Students run to a designated area to score a touchdown.
Game-Based Activities:
"Invade and Conquer": A twist on capture the flag, but with football, students learn offense and defense skills while coordinating with a team.
"Football Downs": Students learn about four downs and open space.
"Football Frenzy": Students practice throwing and catching in a dynamic activity.
"Football Mania": Students practice offensive and defensive skills.
"Flag Football": A modified version of football where players try to pull flags off opponents instead of tackling.
Lesson 2-3Building on Skills
Warm-up (10 minutes):
Light jogging and dynamic stretching.
Agility drills (e.g., cone drills, lateral shuffles).
Passing Drills (20 minutes):
Quick pass drills: Players practice throwing quick passes to receivers running routes.
Deep pass drills: Players practice throwing deep passes to receivers running routes.
Read and react drills: Players practice reading the defense and reacting accordingly.
Receiving Drills (20 minutes):
Catching in traffic: Players practice catching passes while defenders are nearby.
Route running with a ball: Players practice running routes while holding a ball.
Team Play Drills (20 minutes):
Offensive line drills: Players practice blocking and protecting the quarterback.
Defensive line drills: Players practice rushing the quarterback and making tackles.
Cool-down (10 minutes):
Static stretching.
We will always focus on fundamental skills like catching, throwing, and basic running routes,
Example: warm-up (10-15 minutes):
Light cardio: Jogging, jumping jacks, or high knees.
Dynamic stretching: Leg swings, arm circles, and walking lunges.
Strength Training (30-45 minutes):
Squats: 3 sets of 8-12 repetitions.
Push-ups: 3 sets of as many repetitions as possible (AMRAP).
Lunges: 3 sets of 10-12 repetitions per leg.
Planks/Side planks: 3 sets of 30-60 second holds.
Bodyweight exercises: Focus on building a foundation of strength.
Agility and Footwork (30-45 minutes):
Ladder drills: Practice different footwork patterns, such as high knees, side shuffles, and quick feet.
Cone drills: Set up cones in a zigzag pattern and practice running through them, changing direction quickly.
Shuttle runs: Focus on quick starts and stops.
Youth players
Working with kidsFocus on fundamentals: Make sure players understand the basic skills before moving on to more advanced drills.
Keep it fun: Use games and drills that are engaging and enjoyable.
Positive reinforcement: Encourage players and praise their efforts.
Safety first: Emphasize the importance of safety and proper technique.
Working with teenagersCoaching Techniques:
Clear Communication: Use clear and concise language when giving instructions.
Patience and Understanding: Be patient and understanding with players as they learn at different paces.
Adaptability: Be prepared to adapt your teaching methods to the needs of your players.
Safety First: Prioritize safety by ensuring players are properly equipped and that practices are conducted in a safe environment.
Skill Development:
Passing and Catching:
Station Drills: Set up stations for students to practice passing and catching at various distances and angles.
Partner Drills: Have students practice passing and catching with a partner, focusing on accuracy and timing.
Throwing for Distance/Accuracy: Incorporate activities that focus on improving the accuracy of distance throws.
Running and Agility:
Cone Drills: Use cones to create agility routes for students to practice running and changing direction.
Shuttle Runs: Incorporate shuttle runs to improve speed and agility.
Three-Cone Drill: Practice quick footwork and change of direction
If wanted:
Kicking:
Kicking Accuracy Drills: Set up targets for students to practice kicking the ball accurately.
Kicking Power Drills: Focus on developing the power and technique of kicking.
2. Game-Like Scenarios:
Adapt the rules of football to create a fun and engaging game-like experience.
Ultimate Football:
Focus on passing and catching skills.
Pass for Points:
Incorporate the basics football to teach students offensive and defensive strategies while working on passing, catching, and defending.
Razzle Dazzle Football:
This activity teaches students more technical skills, like how to use short passes to navigate the field successfully. .
3. Teamwork and Communication:
Team Captains:
Assign students to be team captains to observe game play and provide feedback to their teams.
Team Challenges:
Create challenges that require students to work together to achieve a common goal.
Communication Drills:
Incorporate drills that focus on communication and teamwork, such as calling out plays or communicating defensive assignments.
4. Safety and Proper Techniques:
Warm-up: Always start with a proper warm-up to prepare students' bodies for activity.
Stretching: Include stretching exercises to improve flexibility and prevent injuries.
Proper Form: Emphasize the importance of using proper techniques for all football skills.
Rules and Regulations: Clearly explain the rules of the game and any safety regulations.
5. Assessment and Evaluation:
Peer Feedback: Encourage students to provide feedback to their peers on their performance.
Observation: Provide constructive feedback.
Self-Reflection: Have students reflect on their performance and identify areas for improvement.
What you need to bringGreat attitude, cleats, and water.
What I can bringFootball, Cones, Agility hurdles, and a hitting dummy.
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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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