Soccer ⚽ lessons with
David Estrada
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Soccer ⚽ lessons with
David Estrada
Get a free trial lesson
Get a free trial lesson
Pay $0 today$36per lesson after trial93
Happy Student ScoreGreat
David is reliable and responsive. Students are happy and often return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
9 ratings8 reviews
93
Happy Student ScoreGreat
David is reliable and responsive. Students are happy and often return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
9 ratings8 reviews
About your soccer coach
With eight years dedicated to shaping aspiring athletes, I bring passion and expertise to every soccer session. My coaching philosophy emphasizes skill development, tactical understanding, and fostering a love for the game, tailored to each student's unique journey.
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Woodinville, Washington
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Years Playing: 6 years
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Given: 10 lessons
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Accomplishments
➕Recognized for exceptional player development and team leadership at Futeca, helping multiple youth athletes reach competitive levels and academy promotions. Frequently selected to coordinate inter-branch tournaments and showcase events due to consistent performance and professionalism.
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonFirst lesson is all about introductions. We’ll get to know each other, set player expectations, and assess each player’s comfort with the ball. Focus is on fun, inclusion, and understanding starting point.
Lesson 11+Players now focus on game scenarios and building confidence. We emphasize communication, tactical awareness, and individual responsibility within a team structure. Weekly scrimmages simulate real match conditions.
Lesson 4-10We focus on teamwork and decision-making. Players will practice combination plays, movement off the ball, and basic defensive positioning. The goal is to build understanding of space and support on the field.
Lesson 2-3We introduce essential soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and ball control. Players will begin learning how to move with and without the ball while developing confidence through simple, game-like drills.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonIn the opening session, the goal is to assess each player’s current level through high-tempo technical drills that reveal their comfort on the ball, reaction speed, and tactical instincts. I begin with a 5v2 rondo, one of my favorite drills to evaluate players’ touch under pressure, awareness in tight spaces, and communication. It quickly sets the tone for intensity and precision.
From there, we transition into a Y-drill with movement, where players pass and move around a Y-shaped setup. This drill is designed to sharpen one-touch passing, encourage proper body shape when receiving, and push players to think ahead while executing at game speed.
Lesson 11+At this stage, the training becomes fully integrated with match scenarios. Scrimmages are designed with coaching interruptions, allowing for quick corrections and situational coaching to develop real-time awareness. Players are encouraged to lead — calling plays, organizing the back line, and managing transitions.
I also run functional position-specific sessions, such as defenders working on zonal marking and recovery runs, or midfielders refining their angles of support and distribution patterns.
To finish, we use a final-third finishing circuit that rotates players through different finishing scenarios with quick combinations, tight angles, and limited time. It simulates the pressure and variety of real match attacking moments and demands a high level of concentration and execution.
Lesson 4-10This phase is about teaching players to read the game faster and execute tactics under pressure. I incorporate shadow play, where the team rehearses attacking patterns and positional structure without defenders. It’s excellent for reinforcing shape, rhythm, and coordination among lines.
One of the core activities during this phase is the 4v4+3 drill, which uses three neutral midfielders to promote intelligent switching of play and fast support transitions. We also begin tactical defensive work, introducing pressing triggers in half-field scenarios. Players learn when and how to press collectively, using specific cues like a poor touch, a back pass, or isolation near the sideline.
These sessions demand focus, team discipline, and communication — all critical for high-level play.
Lesson 2-3As we move into the second and third sessions, the focus shifts to mastering possession under pressure. I introduce tight-space possession grids, typically 6v3 or 7v4, which require players to move constantly and think quickly to maintain control. These types of drills improve decision-making, technical accuracy, and team shape.
Another key activity during this stage is the third-man run drill. It simulates real match build-up situations where a player passes, makes a run off the ball, and receives a through pass for a finish. It reinforces timing, spatial awareness, and the importance of unselfish movement.
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen coaching kids, I focus on creating a fun, energetic, and supportive environment where they feel safe to learn and enjoy the game. I use simple instructions, visual demonstrations, and game-based drills to keep them engaged and moving. The priority at this age is developing coordination, confidence, and teamwork while making sure every session feels like play, not pressure.
Working with teenagersWhen working with teenagers, I introduce more structure, higher intensity, and tactical awareness while maintaining a supportive and respectful tone. I adapt my lessons to challenge them technically and mentally, while also encouraging leadership and accountability. I build trust by giving them space to make decisions and by recognizing their individual goals, which helps them grow both as players and young adults.
What you need to bringPlayers should bring proper athletic wear, soccer cleats, shin guards, a water bottle, and a positive attitude. Depending on the level, they may also be asked to bring their own soccer ball.
What I can bringI will bring my own cones, agility ladders, training bibs, soccer balls, and whistles. I’m also equipped with training plans and session templates tailored to different age groups and skill levels.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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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!
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!