Private Football Training & Coaches in Newbury, MA

Currently, I am the Chief Operator of Grit Athletics Performance Strength and Co-Operator of SAYA (student athlete youth academy), both based in the Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts. I am also the Defensive Coordinator at Lawrence HS (Lawrence, MA). I train mainly in Methuen and am also able to come to You! My goal is to help You, as an athlete or your team fill in the "g.a.p.s." in your (their) game. It is my belief that most football players can elevate their game with a shift to more skill work, pertinent to their position(s), and going through the process of becoming a true student of the game; players tend to execute "faster" and more consistently when they understand the details of the game, while also mastering the basics and fundamentals. My football coaching and training experience has spanned the NFL, semi-pro, college, high school, and middle school levels. In the professional arena, I have been a strength and conditioning coach for the Washington Redskins. I have been a strength, speed, and conditioning coach at Georgetown University; my teams have included Football, Men’s Lacrosse, Baseball, Women’s Soccer, Softball, Crew, Men’s and Women’s Track, Swimming and Diving, and Men’s Soccer. At the high school level, I have assumed roles as a Head Football Coach, Offensive Coordinator, Defensive Coordinator, Special Teams Coordinator, and a positional coach (Quarterbacks, Running Backs, Wide Receivers, Defensive Backs, and Linebackers); off the gridiron, I have been a physical education teacher, strength and conditioning coach and student adviser. I also have trained and coached at the middle school level: football, basketball, and physical education. I am certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Performance Enhancement Specialist and the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Typical age groups include collegiate, high school, and middle school athletes. What makes me different? I have a effective and proven process to meet athletes where they are at and execute a game plan to elevate their ability, while building their growth, character, and football IQ! My role is to serve each athlete and assist their respective journeys. Thank You!

"“…..He continues to share his knowledge of the college academic and athletic environment with students entering college and college athletics, through discussion forums or 1-on-1 discussions as a source of support and venue to engage in career discussions.”

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.