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Who Leads the Sessions
Our practice lessons are guided by dedicated Tier-1 teen players who share their skills and passion in a peer-to-peer learning environment. Nothing else in Kelowna is like this!
Micah is the lead lesson junior coach and an elite level player. He has assisted certified coaches and technical directors during youth sessions and has volunteered extensively in community newcomer programs, gaining valuable experience in supporting young athletes. Over the past 2 years, he has logged more than 200+ hours of on-field volunteer work, including warm-ups, skill development, and confidence-building exercises. He is currently enrolled in soccer for life, has completed soccer in Canada, and plans to pursue a youth coaching program afterwards. Micah also draws on years of martial arts experience, blending physical conditioning, discipline, and calmness under pressure. He specializes in striker, forward, and center attacking midfield positions, and helps facilitate conditioning to maximize force and speed during gameplay. He provides young, up-and-coming athletes with an elite level training experience through structured, multilayered sessions designed to challenge performance under pressure. Each session builds technical ability, decision making, and composure, helping players adapt and execute confidently in real game situations.
Marquez is an elite youth player recognized for his speed, responsiveness, and technical accuracy. His patient, detail-oriented approach helps players refine their ball control, decision-making, and overall performance. Marquez also comes from a soccer-driven family, with his father, brothers, and relatives having competed at Tier 1 levels. This strong background gives him both the knowledge and instinct to help others progress effectively.
Beyond his technical abilities, Marquez is known for his friendly personality and positive attitude. He creates a comfortable and encouraging environment where players feel supported, valued, and motivated to push themselves. His approachable nature helps younger players build confidence while making the learning experience both productive and enjoyable.
Ray brings a lifelong passion for soccer, fitness, and youth development to Kelowna Soccer Training. Working closely alongside his son Micah, he focuses on strength, conditioning, and endurance to help athletes build speed, stamina, and functional muscle growth both on and off the field. This father son approach creates a unique competitive edge, combining proven training methods with real world development tailored for high performance soccer environments.
A certified personal trainer with a clear CRC, Ray also holds Soccer for Life and Soccer in Canada certifications and is currently nearing completion of his CONCACAF C Diploma. His coaching philosophy centers on positive reinforcement and game IQ development, helping athletes become confident, composed, and tactically aware players who can perform under pressure.
Over the past five years, Ray has contributed more than 500 hours as a volunteer coach with top Okanagan Clubs, including the KCR Newcomers soccer initiative. He has worked with athletes from U8 to U16, building a strong foundation in player development while giving back to the local soccer community.
In addition to his coaching background, Ray brings over two decades of experience in Kickboxing and Martial Arts. He integrates these disciplines into training to enhance reaction time, coordination, balance, and mental focus, all key attributes for competitive athletes.
Beyond the field, Ray has a background in computer science and continues to apply his knowledge and leadership to support both the soccer community and the broader Kelowna area.
Certified in CPR, AED, NPTA registered, Ray ensures every session is safe, structured, and results driven. His approach emphasizes injury prevention, athletic progression, and confidence building, helping young athletes prepare for Select and Elite levels of play.
Parents or guardians must be present during all sessions. These sessions are independently operated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by any soccer club in BC or the Okanagan.
Where are the sessions held?
Our practice lessons take place at various public fields in the Mission area of Kelowna, including fields in Lower and Upper Mission Fields. These fields offer safe and accessible spaces for youth development.
For families who prefer a more personal setting, we also offer private at home sessions, provided the home has a suitable lawn or backyard with safe playing conditions. This option allows players to learn in a familiar environment while still receiving structured, peer-led soccer development.
The first lesson is $75 and includes a new Umbro ball for players to take home for continued development. Private follow up lessons are $50 per hour and are tailored to each player’s individual progression. Ball mastery and precision striking sessions are $60 per hour and focus on developing control, technique, and finishing through high intensity training. Rain sessions are $75 per hour and are designed to build adaptability, ball control, and striking accuracy in challenging weather conditions, helping players perform when others struggle in harsh conditions.
Players need cleats, shin guards, socks, and weather-appropriate attire. A signed liability waiver must be filled out before player participation.
Our program is built around the core fundamentals of soccer, dribbling, passing, shooting, positional play, game intelligence, finishing, defending, and proper warm ups. Every player also benefits from scout preparation, where we explain what evaluators are looking for and give practical ways to stand out. That means players learn how to showcase their skills, decision-making, and work ethic in a way that gets noticed during tryouts or competitive assessments.
