5 Football coaches & instructors for lessons in Brookline, MA

With a decade of gridiron wisdom, I empower athletes to reach their full potential. My tailored approach fosters skill development and strategic thinking for on-field success. Let's elevate your game! I've played Junior college and Division III Football. I'm a Division III NCAA Football Champion and was Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2023. I coached and played Semi-Pro Football. I've also coached for two elite private school football teams. I've played various positions while playing football. I specialize in teaching defensive backs, punt and kickoff returner. While playing college football, I've never been beaten for a touch down. I Look forward to teaching and coaching players to be their best.

Driven by a lifelong passion for football, I bring six years of dedicated coaching experience to help players of all levels achieve their goals. My focus is on skill development and fostering a positive, yet disciplined, learning environment.

Adam Griggs is Bentley’s Associate Head Coach and Offensive Line Coach. A former All-Northeast 10 offensive lineman at Bentley, Griggs was the Tight Ends Coach at the University of Rhode Island in 2024 where he coached All-CAA fullback Tommy Smith, who was invited to the Pittsburgh Steelers Rookie Mini Camp. Griggs also coached a Rams offense that saw All-American running back Malik Grant set the program single-season rushing record. Prior to his time at URI, Griggs was the Offensive Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach at the University of Rochester, where he coached 14 All-Conference offensive linemen and tight ends. In the 2023 season, Griggs' offense ranked second in school history with 193 completions. Rochester's offensive line was honored with a spot on the D3football.com Team of the Week following a 285-yard, 5-touchdown performance against Alfred State. In 2022, Griggs’ offense eclipsed 2,000 rushing yards total and was led by All-American running back Daniel Papantonis. Prior to Rochester, Griggs was the Special Teams Coordinator and Tight Ends Coach at MIT. He began his coaching career at Assumption as the Tight Ends Coach in 2007. He then returned to Bentley where he was the Offensive Line coach, Assistant Offensive Coordinator and Recruiting Coordinator for the Falcons through 2011. Griggs then returned to Assumption where he was the Greyhounds’ Offensive Coordinator, helping to develop NFL Tight End Scott Simonson. He went back to Bentley in June, 2013 and was the Special Teams Coordinator and Wide Receivers Coach until 2017 when he moved to MIT. A three-year starter and four-year letter winner for Bentley, Griggs was a two-time All-Northeast 10 offensive lineman, earning 1st Team accolades in 2004, when he also earned All-New England regional honors and Don Hansen All-America Honors as well. Griggs also excelled in the classroom, earning CoSIDA Academic All-District honors in 2003 and named the Gridiron Club Student Athlete of the Year in 2004 and 2006.

Gridiron strategist with 25 years of experience fostering athletic potential. Passionate about cultivating well-rounded athletes through dedicated coaching and a love for the game. Let's build your future success, one play at a time. I’m a high-level defensive back former play with Waltham high school at high level in the 1980s during my time playing I was more of a utility person on offense from tight end split end quarterback, running back whereverI was needed. Hey coach and teach American football to prepare players for upcoming season the following season and to not be satisfied with where they are and to move up and play at a higher level.

I have had the pleasure of working with World Champions in the NFL, NBA , MLB and Women’s Soccer team USA . With 10 years devoted to teaching the fundamentals of football, I am dedicated to fostering a deep understanding of the game. My coaching approach blends technical expertise with strategic thinking, tailored to help each athlete achieve their full potential on and off the field always reminding the student athletes that academics determine eligibility.