Lacrosse lessons with
Ricky Kaufman
From$70.87 per lesson
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Lacrosse lessons with
Ricky Kaufman
From$70.87 per lesson
•✨Ricky is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with lacrosse. 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.
✨Ricky is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with lacrosse. 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 lacrosse coach
With over 7 years of experience and a lifelong passion for lacrosse, I’m dedicated to helping athletes elevate their game and grow both on and off the field. I’ve had the privilege of playing at the NCAA level, finding success on both offense and defense—an experience that gave me a well-rounded understanding of the game and what it takes to compete at a high level. My coaching philosophy is centered around building winning habits that translate into success not just during competition, but in life. Whether you’re new to the sport or looking to take your skills to the next level, my goal is to provide personalized, high-quality training that inspires confidence, discipline, and love for the game. I’m passionate about growing the game of lacrosse and helping each player reach their full potential. Let’s work together to build a strong foundation and take your game to the next level.
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Palmetto Bay, Florida
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Accomplishments
➕NCAA team captain
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonUnderstanding the game, learning the history of the game, and basic stick handling is the focus of the first lesson.
This is when myself and the athletes will get to know about each other. I like to take this time to try and evaluate their learning style, athleticism, and body type. Every athlete is different and lacrosse caters to all athletes. It’s important to me as a coach to understand every athlete.
We will also go over the basics of catching, passing, and ground balls.
Lesson 11+After becoming familiar with the athlete and establishing their position on the field. I can fully tailor practices to optimize their learning, strength and conditioning, and overall experience with lacrosse. Practices will still include warmups, dynamic stretches, plyometrics/athletic training, fundamental work, positional work, concept work, and conditioning. However, practice plans will be scheduled accordingly to each athlete and where they are at mentally, physically, and emotionally.
Lesson 4-10At this point I may have a stronger understanding of the athlete and can try them out for different positions. As we start to ramp up their routine it’s important to focus not just on lacrosse but on strength and conditioning. Some days will be more lacrosse focused while other days will focus more on strength and conditioning. Schedules vary depending on the athlete.
• Warm up lap and dynamic stretches
• Plyometrics/athletic training
• Stick skills
• Ground balls
• Position specific drills
• Concept specific drills
• Conditioning
Lesson 2-3Becoming comfortable and confident with our stick, understanding it as an extension of our body.
The main focus will be on details of how to properly hold the stick, cradle, play ground balls, move on the field.
For a beginner, they likely do not know what position best suits them. So I do not try to fit them into any position at this point. I will mainly run through fundamental drills to get a good evaluation of their skill set and strong points.
Every practice begins with a warm up lap and dynamic stretching.
Drills:
• Stick skills
• Ground ball
• Basic Dodging
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen working with kids, I adapt lacrosse lessons to be fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate, creating an environment where they feel excited to learn and confident in their growth. My ultimate goal is to help grow the game of lacrosse by introducing it to young athletes in a way that sparks passion and builds a solid foundation of skills and sportsmanship. I believe that kids are at a highly influential stage in their lives, and this is a powerful opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact—not just as a coach, but as a role model. By teaching the values of teamwork, discipline, and resilience through lacrosse, I aim to help shape well-rounded individuals who carry those lessons with them both on and off the field.
Working with teenagersWhen working with teenagers, I adapt my coaching approach to meet them where they are—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Teen athletes are at a unique stage where they begin to take the game more seriously and are capable of deeper understanding, more advanced skill development, and increased responsibility. I focus on challenging them with higher-level drills, introducing strategy and positional play, and encouraging self-discipline and leadership. At the same time, I recognize that this is a formative period in their lives, where positive mentorship can have a lasting impact. My goal is not only to help them grow as lacrosse players but to use the game as a platform to teach life skills such as accountability, teamwork, and perseverance. By building strong relationships and fostering a growth mindset, I aim to inspire them to stay committed, push their limits, and hopefully develop a lifelong love for the game.
What you need to bring-Lacrosse Stick
-Gloves
-Helmet
-Cleats
-Water
-Elbow/shoulder pads
What I can bring-Goal
-Lacrosse Balls
-Cones
-Tennis Balls
-Exercise Bands
-Notebook
-Extra stick
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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