Best Soccer Coaches in Anaheim 2026: Wesley Savin, Anthony Carlier, Coach Michael Holzer, & Soccer Shots Compared

Best Soccer Coaches in Anaheim 2026: Wesley Savin, Anthony Carlier, Coach Michael Holzer, & Soccer Shots Compared

Updated October 2026 - By the TeachMe.To Editorial Team

Orange County sits at an unusual intersection of soccer instruction traditions: US Soccer-licensed coaches serving individual players, UEFA-credentialed trainers drawing on MLS and European club experience, and nationally franchised academies introducing the sport to children as young as 18 months. In Anaheim specifically, lesson rates on TeachMe.To’s active roster span $63 to $88 per session - a relatively compressed range that means the meaningful differences between coaches are rarely about price alone. Wesley Savin, for instance, carries a 99/100 happy student score across 17 reviews at the most accessible price tier on the platform, which is the kind of signal that gets obscured when shoppers sort by rate first.

Choosing a soccer coach here is less about crowning a single “best” option and more about matching credential angle, lesson format, and risk-reversal policy to the way you actually want to develop. A parent whose child needs a structured group introduction to the game has different requirements than an adult player looking to tighten technique and understand tactical decision-making. The four options compared below cover that full spectrum - two mobile coaches available through TeachMe.To with platform-backed satisfaction guarantees, one UEFA B-licensed independent trainer with deep professional pedigree, and one franchise youth academy. Read through all four before deciding.

The 4 coaches and academies compared

Wesley Savin - Licensed US Soccer Coach in Anaheim

Wesley Savin is a US Soccer-licensed coach with over 10 years of coaching experience whose TeachMe.To listing covers an unusually broad training scope: technique, strength, and nutrition in a single coaching relationship. That combination is less common than it sounds - most private soccer coaches focus exclusively on on-ball skills and leave physical development and dietary habits to separate specialists. Wes bundles all three, which matters for players who want a more holistic development plan without coordinating multiple coaches.

His mobile model means he comes to you. There is no fixed facility to travel to, which removes a common friction point for busy families or adult players with irregular schedules. His price tier sits at $ on TeachMe.To - the most accessible bracket on the Anaheim roster.

The platform numbers back the qualitative picture: 17 reviews, a 4.94 average rating, and a happy student score of 99/100. Among soccer coaches on TeachMe.To’s Anaheim roster, that combination places him among the most-reviewed options on the platform.

Student reviews reflect the breadth of his coaching:

“Coach Wes made my game better, he helped me learn to pass and shoot as well as how to think about the game!” - Taylee

Best for: Players at any level who want technique, physical conditioning, and nutritional guidance from one coach; families who value the flexibility of a mobile model; budget-conscious learners who want a US Soccer-licensed instructor without paying a premium rate.

Trade-off: With 17 reviews on file, Wes has a solid review record for a private coach, though shoppers who prioritize volume of social proof may want to cross-reference his TeachMe.To listing directly for the most current feedback.

Anthony Carlier - Technical Soccer Coach in Anaheim

Anthony Carlier brings over two decades of coaching experience to a style that deliberately blends technical mastery with strategic thinking. His stated aim - igniting a lifelong love for the game - shows up consistently in the student feedback, where players and parents describe visible confidence gains alongside measurable skill improvements. With a 4.86 average rating across 7 reviews and a happy student score of 96/100, his platform record is strong for a coach at the $$ price tier.

Like Wesley Savin, Anthony operates on a mobile model, coming to players in the Anaheim area rather than requiring them to commute to a fixed facility. His work skews toward ball mastery, dribbling, and the fundamentals of reading space and pressure - the building blocks that separate technically competent players from those who freeze when marked tightly.

The student reviews are specific enough to be useful:

“My kid Diego had a blast working with Coach Anthony, it always felt fun and energetic. Helped him improve his ball mastery and basic fundamentals as well!!” - Diego

“Loved coach Anthony he helped improve my dribbling and confidence on the ball, gave me a lot of new moves to beat defenders and get into dangerous parts of the pitch.” - Johnathan

“Victor was stuck in a tough spot where he wasn’t seeing much progress until he came across coach Anthony. In just a few months he had improved his ball mastery, shooting, touch and overall ability so much. He now plays more confident and comfortable on the field thanks to coach Anthony! Very understanding and patient Coach - highly recommend!!” - Victor Garcia

The progression arc in Victor Garcia’s review - from stalled development to measurable gains in ball mastery, shooting, and touch within a few months - illustrates the kind of technical uplift Anthony appears to specialize in.

Best for: Youth and developing players who need structured ball mastery and dribbling work; players who have plateaued and want a patient, technically precise coach to diagnose and correct foundational gaps; families who want lessons delivered to a convenient outdoor location.

Trade-off: Anthony’s $$ price tier sits above Wesley Savin’s in cost. His lesson focus, based on available data, centers on individual technical development rather than the broader strength-and-nutrition scope Wes offers.

Coach Michael Holzer - UEFA B Licensed Soccer Trainer

Coach Michael Holzer is among the more credentialed independent soccer trainers serving Orange County and the greater Los Angeles area. His credential stack is notably deep: UEFA B License, NCAA Division I coaching experience, MLS and European club background, and 31-plus years of combined playing and coaching. That European-methodology thread in his background gives his technical approach a specific flavor - one that parents of competitive club players and aspiring academy prospects tend to seek out deliberately.

He trains in the Huntington Beach area and serves clients across Orange County. The range of formats he offers is broad: private one-on-one sessions, group training, academy programs, camps, clinics, and team training. That means individuals, club teams, and youth groups can all find a format that fits without switching coaches as a player’s involvement deepens.

An external testimonial on his site reflects the technical precision his clients describe: “His techniques and methods have made my daughter a better soccer player.”

Best for: Competitive youth players targeting club or academy selection; players and teams who want UEFA-caliber methodology and a coach with hands-on MLS and European club experience; coaches or organizations looking for team training or clinic formats.

Trade-off: Coach Michael Holzer trains from a fixed location in the Huntington Beach area, which adds travel time for Anaheim-based clients compared to the mobile coaches on this list. No satisfaction guarantee policy is published on his site; booking terms should be confirmed directly with him before committing.

Soccer Shots Orange County - Youth Soccer Academy

Soccer Shots Orange County is the franchise-based children’s soccer program serving the Orange County region, operating out of Santa Ana and reaching children as young as 18 months through age 8. It is one of the most recognized names in early-childhood soccer instruction nationally, built around a character-building curriculum that pairs age-appropriate skill development with themes like teamwork, respect, and perseverance.

The program runs three tiers designed to meet children at their developmental stage: Mini (the youngest age group), Classic, and Premier. Each tier adjusts the complexity of activities and the technical demands placed on participants, so children can progress through the curriculum as they grow without switching programs. Coaches are fully trained within the Soccer Shots framework, which emphasizes consistency of delivery across the franchise network.

For families with children under 8 who want a structured, playful introduction to soccer in a group setting - without the pressure or intensity of competitive club environments - Soccer Shots fills a gap that none of the individual coaches on this list are designed to fill.

Best for: Families with children ages 18 months to 8 years who want a low-pressure, developmentally appropriate group soccer experience; parents who prioritize character development alongside skill-building; younger siblings of players already in club environments who need an entry-level program.

Trade-off: Soccer Shots is exclusively a group academy format - there are no private one-on-one sessions available through this program. The age ceiling of 8 years means players who age out will need to transition to a different coach or program. No satisfaction guarantee policy is published.

How to decide

Picking the right soccer coach in Anaheim comes down to four honest questions: How old is the player? What specific skill gaps exist? How important is location flexibility? And what risk-reversal policy makes you comfortable committing?

• You want a US Soccer-licensed coach who covers technique, strength, and nutrition together, at the most accessible price point, with the flexibility of a mobile model - go with Wesley Savin. His 99/100 happy student score across 17 reviews and $ price tier make him the clearest entry point for players who want a well-rounded licensed coach without coordinating multiple specialists.

• You have a developing player - youth or adult - who has hit a technical ceiling and needs focused work on ball mastery, dribbling, spatial awareness, and reading defenders - go with Anthony Carlier. His 20-plus years of coaching experience, 96/100 happy student score, and the specific progression gains described in student reviews signal a coach who specializes in diagnosing and correcting technical gaps over a sustained arc.

• You are a competitive player, academy prospect, or team looking for UEFA-caliber methodology, and you are willing to travel to the Huntington Beach area or host group sessions - go with Coach Michael Holzer. His UEFA B License, NCAA Division I background, and MLS and European club experience make him one of the most credentialed independent trainers operating in Orange County.

• You have a child between 18 months and 8 years old who needs a fun, structured group introduction to the game with an emphasis on character development alongside basic skills - go with Soccer Shots Orange County. No private coach on this list is structured for that developmental window the way their franchise curriculum is.

Browse the full soccer coaches in Anaheim roster on TeachMe.To to compare availability and current pricing, or explore the broader soccer category for options across California.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do soccer coaches in Anaheim cost?

Private soccer lesson rates in Anaheim currently span $63 to $88 per session among active coaches on TeachMe.To’s local roster. The right rate for you depends on the coach’s credential depth, lesson format, and whether you are booking individual sessions or a lesson pack. Wesley Savin sits at the $ tier and Anthony Carlier at $$, so both ends of the local range are covered by TeachMe.To coaches.

What should I look for when choosing a soccer coach in Anaheim?

Start with credential verification - a US Soccer license or UEFA license signals that the coach has met an external training standard, not just accumulated informal playing experience. Beyond credentials, look at review specificity: reviews that name particular skills improved (ball mastery, shooting touch, tactical awareness) are more informative than generic praise. Finally, check whether the coach offers a satisfaction guarantee - TeachMe.To coaches like Wesley Savin and Anthony Carlier are backed by a platform-level 100% satisfaction guarantee, which independent coaches typically do not offer.

Where do private soccer coaches in Anaheim hold lessons?

TeachMe.To coaches Wesley Savin and Anthony Carlier both operate on a mobile model, coming to the player’s preferred outdoor location in and around the Anaheim area. Coach Michael Holzer trains from an outdoor sports facility in the Huntington Beach area and serves clients across Orange County. Location flexibility is one of the more practical reasons families on the Anaheim side of the county tend to start with the mobile options before considering facility-based coaches.

Are there soccer coaches in Anaheim for kids or complete beginners?

Yes. Anthony Carlier’s reviews include multiple examples of youth players - including complete beginners working on basic fundamentals - making significant progress under his coaching. Wesley Savin’s scope includes technique fundamentals suited to newer players. For the youngest beginners (ages 18 months to 8 years), Soccer Shots Orange County runs developmentally appropriate group programs specifically designed for that age window. There is no minimum skill level required to book a session with either TeachMe.To coach.

Is there a satisfaction guarantee if I don’t like my soccer lessons?

TeachMe.To backs every lesson pack sold through the platform with a 100% satisfaction guarantee: if you don’t love your lessons with a coach, TeachMe.To will switch you to a different coach or issue a full refund. That guarantee applies to both Wesley Savin and Anthony Carlier. Coach Michael Holzer and Soccer Shots Orange County do not publish a comparable guarantee on their respective sites, so it is worth confirming their cancellation and refund terms directly before booking.

How do I book a soccer coach in Anaheim?

To book Wesley Savin or Anthony Carlier, visit their respective TeachMe.To listings, review available session types and lesson pack options, and complete the booking directly through the platform. TeachMe.To’s upfront pricing means you will see the full cost before committing. For Coach Michael Holzer, visit coachmichaelholzer.com to inquire about availability. For Soccer Shots Orange County, contact their Orange County office directly via the soccershots.com/orangecounty page.

Methodology

Coach profiles for Wesley Savin and Anthony Carlier are drawn from TeachMe.To platform records, including verified review counts, average ratings, happy student scores, and price tier data current as of October 2026. Market price range ($63 to $88) is computed from the active TeachMe.To Anaheim soccer coach roster. Profiles for Coach Michael Holzer and Soccer Shots Orange County are drawn from their respective published websites and publicly available program descriptions; no platform-level review data was available for those providers, and their sections rely on credential listings, testimonial excerpts, and published program structures as sourced from those sites.

If you are ready to get on the field, both TeachMe.To coaches are booking now. Wesley Savin carries a 99/100 happy student score across 17 reviews and offers the broadest scope - technique, strength, and nutrition - at the $ price tier. Anthony Carlier brings 20-plus years of technical coaching experience and a 96/100 happy student score across 7 reviews, with a track record of unlocking progress for players who have plateaued. Both are backed by TeachMe.To’s 100% satisfaction guarantee: if the lessons are not the right fit, you will be matched with another coach or receive a full refund. No paperwork, no awkward conversations - just a booking backed by a platform that stands behind its coaches.