Private soccer skills coach
Train kids or adults one-on-one or in small groups at local parks and fields.
- $300-1.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in the US, not guarantees.
What it is
Paid one-hour sessions teaching soccer (football) skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting and positioning. You travel to a park or field, or use a client's backyard. If your local market wants American football skills training instead (quarterback, receiver or speed work), the same setup applies.
Your first three steps
- Pick a few parks or fields near you, check their permit rules, and set your session rates after looking at local coaches' prices
- Get general liability insurance, basic cones, balls and goals, and a CPR/first aid certificate
- Offer a few discounted trial sessions to friends, local parents and youth team contacts, then ask for referrals and reviews
Who pays
Parents of youth players who want extra training, teens aiming for school or club teams, and adults who want to improve or stay active.
How it makes money
A set rate per session, usually with a lower per-person price for small groups. Packages of 5 or 10 sessions help you plan your income.
Skills that help
- Strong playing or coaching background
- Patient and clear with children
- Planning age-appropriate drills
- Reliable scheduling and communication
Watch out for
- General liability insurance, and check whether your policy covers coaching minors
- Background check expectations for working with children, and whether SafeSport or similar training is required by any league or club you work with
- City or county park permits for commercial use of public fields, which vary by location
- Injury risk and liability waivers; ask a local professional about wording for parents to sign
- Weather, daylight and seasonal demand, which can affect your schedule
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a private soccer coaching business?
Startup costs are typically around $300 to $1,500, depending on equipment such as balls, cones and goals, plus insurance and any marketing or training you choose to pay for.
How much can a private soccer coach earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $600 to $3,000, depending on how many sessions you run, your rates and how many clients you have. Weather, daylight and seasonal demand can affect your schedule.
What rules should a private soccer coach check?
Things to check include general liability insurance and whether it covers coaching minors, background check expectations, any SafeSport training required by leagues or clubs, city or county park permits for commercial field use, and liability waiver wording.
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