Send a request and Olly will reply to set up a time and place in Mount Pleasant, Charleston or James Island.
Mount Pleasant · Charleston · James Island
I'm Olly, a 16-year-old player with Surf and a Charleston Battery volunteer. I train younger players 1-on-1 and in small groups so they get sharper on the ball, quicker in their decisions and more confident on game day.
Why train with me
Most trainers stopped playing years ago. I’m still competing every week with Surf, and I spend time around the Charleston Battery watching how professionals train. What I pick up there shows up in my sessions.
I’m also close enough in age that younger players relate to me like an older teammate. They listen, they compete and they have fun, which is exactly when they improve the most.
Training options
Every option uses the same approach: real reps at game speed, honest feedback and a lot of touches on the ball.
Just your player and me. Every rep and every correction is built around what they need.
Two to four friends or teammates. Real coaching plus a real opponent to compete against.
Group sessions and camps at set times of the year, plus special events with guests from local clubs.
What we work on
The game is faster now, so the training should be too.
Control it, protect it, play it forward. The first touch decides everything that comes next.
Sole rolls, cuts and quick feet until the ball feels like part of you.
Beat a defender with a change of pace or direction, then get your head up.
Check your shoulder before the ball arrives, so you already know your next pass.
Strike technique with both feet, and composure when the chance comes.
Mistakes are part of training. Confidence comes from reps, not luck.
How it works
Fill out the short form with your player's age, experience and what you'd like to work on.
I'll reply to set up a time and a park or field near you in Mount Pleasant, Charleston or James Island.
We start with a skills check so I can see where your player is and set a few clear goals.
Regular sessions keep the progress going, and I'll suggest a few things to practise at home in between.
The more comfortable you are on the ball, the more dangerous you become. Let’s get to work.
Where I train
Sessions happen at local parks and fields. We'll pick a spot that's easy for your family.
FAQ
Mostly younger players in elementary and middle school who want extra touches outside team practice. If your player is older or just starting out, send a message and we'll figure out whether it's a good fit.
At public parks and fields around Mount Pleasant, Charleston and James Island. Tell me where you're located when you send a request and we'll pick a spot that works.
Sessions usually run about an hour: a warm-up, a focused technical block and game-style reps at the end.
Yes. Semi-private sessions are for 2–4 players, usually teammates or friends. I also run small-group training and camps at certain times of the year.
It depends on the session type and how many players are training. Send a request and I’ll share current rates. My guide to private soccer training costs in Charleston explains what’s normal locally.
I'm still playing at a competitive level, so the training reflects how the game is played right now. Younger players also relate to me as an older teammate, so they open up, work harder and have more fun.
Use the form on the Book a Session page. I’ll reply to confirm a time and place.
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Tell me a little about your player and what you'd like to work on. I'll get back to you to set up a time and place.
