Everything You Want
to Know Before Applying.

After you submit the application, Coach Runyon reviews it personally. usually within 48 hours. If it looks like a good fit, you'll get a message to set up a short intro call.

That call isn't a sales pitch. It's a chance to talk through where you're at, what you're working toward, and whether the program makes sense for you right now. No commitment needed until both sides feel good about it.

Most private lessons start with a generic drill. This starts with your film.

The film review comes first. it shows exactly what you're actually doing, not what you think you're doing. That changes everything. Instead of running through the same drills every player runs, the work is built around what you specifically need to fix. You're not paying for reps. You're paying for the right reps.

Sessions are one-on-one and remote, run over video call. They typically include a combination of film breakdown, technique coaching, and drill assignment. with feedback on your reps between sessions.

The exact structure depends on which program you're in and where you are in the process. The Complete Offensive Blueprint, for example, moves through five phases. each one building on the last.

Programs are built to run up to a full year, but we structure them in 3-month commitments so players can actually see results before extending. Most athletes see measurable improvement by the end of their first 3-month block.

Focused skill programs like Dynamic Dodging or Sharp Shooting are more concentrated and typically shorter. The Complete Offensive Blueprint is multi-phase and most players work through it over several months.

The Complete Offensive Blueprint is the flagship program and the right starting point for most players who want comprehensive development. film work, decision-making, dodging, shooting, and game IQ all together.

If you already have a solid base and want to lock in one specific area, the focused programs (Dynamic Dodging, Sharp Shooting, Game IQ) go deeper on that skill alone.

If you're not sure, just apply and describe where you're struggling. That's what the intro call is for.

The programs are built for offensive players. attackmen and midfielders who handle the ball and need to get better at creating, finishing, and making decisions with the ball.

If you're a midfielder who plays both ways, there's still plenty of applicable work on the offensive side of your game.

Primarily high school and college players. That's where the film-based approach is most effective: players are developed enough to process coaching feedback and are still building their foundational habits.

We do work with youth and middle school players, but the fit needs to be right. Younger players need to be committed to the process and have active parent involvement. If that's the situation, apply and we'll have an honest conversation about whether it's a good match.

Pricing isn't listed publicly because the program is built around your specific situation: which program, how frequently you want to work, and where you are in the process all factor in.

You'll get clear pricing during the intro call, after there's a confirmed fit. No one is going to push you into something before you know exactly what you're getting.

We work from individual training clips, not game film. A short clip of you shooting, dodging, or running drills in your backyard is exactly what we want. We don't need two hours of game footage. We need to see your mechanics and movement up close, which individual clips do better anyway.

Phone quality is completely fine. If you can't get anything on camera yet, apply anyway and we'll figure out a starting point together.

The film review looks at mechanics, footwork, decision-making, and positioning. the things that are hard to self-assess because you can't see yourself play in real time.

Most players are surprised by what shows up. The things they think are problems often aren't. And the things actually holding them back are usually patterns they've never noticed. That's the point of starting with film.

Periodically, yes. and it's one of the most useful parts of the process. Filming your reps between sessions lets Coach Runyon give specific feedback on what you're doing, not just what you should be doing in theory.

The setup doesn't need to be elaborate. Phone propped against a bag, a parent recording from the sideline. anything that captures your movement works.

The program is designed for the athlete to own. Your job as a parent is mostly logistical. helping schedule sessions, maybe filming a few reps, making sure your player is putting in the work between calls.

Coach Runyon communicates directly with both the player and parent throughout. You'll always know what's being worked on and why.

The film actually makes progress visible in a way that's hard to fake. Early footage vs. later footage is a clear before-and-after. you can see the mechanics change.

Beyond the film, players who are doing the work show it in games: better decisions under pressure, cleaner finishes, more confidence with the ball. That's the goal, and it's noticeable to coaches and parents watching from the stands.

No. Applying just starts a conversation. You won't be asked for a commitment. or pricing. until after the intro call, when both sides have confirmed it's a good fit.

If it's not the right time or the right fit, that's fine. The goal is to work with players who are ready to put in the work, not to fill seats.

Yes, and honestly this is a good fit for players who are already playing a lot. The film review works best when there's game footage to pull from. a busy playing schedule means better material to work with.

Sessions are remote and scheduled around your timeline. There's no travel involved and no fixed class schedule to work around. The between-session reps can be done in a driveway in 20 minutes.

Yes, everything is designed to run remotely. Sessions happen over video call, film review is done asynchronously, and drill feedback is delivered through clip review. You can be anywhere.

That said, players in the Rochester area have the option to work in-person. If you're local and would prefer in-person sessions, mention that in your application and we can discuss what that looks like.

A phone or laptop for video calls, a stick, and somewhere to throw. That's it. Most drills can be done against a wall, a rebounder, or in a small open space.

For filming reps, a phone propped up at a good angle or someone recording from behind is enough. No special equipment needed.

Within 48 hours. Coach Runyon reviews every application personally, so spots are limited. If you're serious about starting, don't wait until the end of a season to apply.

Yes. the Free Stickwork Guide is a no-cost starting point: a structured progression of daily stickwork drills built specifically for high school offensive players. It gives you a feel for the approach before committing to anything.