Why Me?

Simply put, I coach through the lens of my personal playing and life experiences.

Both my playing and coaching journeys have taught me invaluable lessons that I am passionate about sharing with every player I work with. To me, futbol is more than just a game—it’s a powerful platform for learning, growth, and self-discovery. If I fail to help you recognize the life lessons woven into each session, then I see it as a missed opportunity in our journey together.

 

MY STORY

Futbol Passion

I have been a devoted student of the game—both as a player and as a coach—gaining experience in the United States and internationally. Growing up in Kenya, I fell in love with futbol (soccer) at the age of five. From that moment, the sport became more than a game—it became a part of who I am. I lived it, breathed it, and dreamed about it every day.

As a player, I had the privilege of competing at various levels, each experience shaping my understanding of the game. Like many athletes, I faced challenges along the way, including a kidney injury sustained in a collision with a goalkeeper. Remarkably, despite the injury, I managed to score—a moment that remains one of my fondest and most defining memories on the field.

Although that injury changed the trajectory of my playing career, it did not diminish my passion for futbol. It fueled my transition into coaching, where I have been fortunate to work in diverse environments and across multiple levels of the sport. Each experience has enriched my perspective, deepened my knowledge, and strengthened my commitment to helping players not only develop their skills but also grow as individuals.

For me, coaching is about more than tactics and technique—it’s about guiding players to discover the life lessons within the game, fostering resilience, teamwork, and confidence that extend far beyond the field.

 

Fun, thought provoking, and developmental technical and tactical sessions done at a high level. 

   My Services

I offer well equipped sessions that provide the player an opportunity to become the best they can be.

1on1 Session

  • 1 on 1 
  • Specifically just for you. 
  • Maximum time.
  • 100% attention to your needs, ability, and goals.
  • Very high expectations. 
  • Be challenged past your assumed limits. 

 

Small Group Sessions

  • 2-4 players
  • Get to experience high level training with added challenge and competition.
  • Constant involvement.
  • Rate yourself against those training at the same level or better. 

Big Group (5+ players) Session

  • You and your friends in a high level training.
  • Learn to succeed as a group. 
  • Adjust and apply your game in a practical environment.
  • Challenge and advance your personal goals in a competitive environment. 

Next level Sessions (Invites only!)

  • Fun is included!
  • Quality demand from coach and yourself. 
  • Not your every day drills and skills. 
  • Push the limits for excellence, drive, and self expectations.
  • Sessions are 2 hours long! (technical, tactical, and small sided play)

“Coach Kimani is the best. Ever since I started with him, I have become a little star.”

– Maxwell, Player

“Coach Johnny is the man for the job! He is a man of character, caring and competence.”

– Dr. Calvin Lamar Brown, Sr, Parent

“I plan to continue to train with him even during my college years because he has made a huge impact on me as a player and a person.”

– Ryan Skall, Player

 Necessary Stats

 Coaching Experience

9+ Years  of coaching experience

private coaching

Club coaching experience

DI High school Coaching experience

Kenya U17 National team coaching experience

Players Coached 

Over 200 players coached

High school players

Academy players

College level players

National team players

Pro players

 

Teams & Clubs

                                                       Kimanifootball.com

Kenya  U17 Men National Team

Magnificat High School

Shaker Heights HS

Ambassadors FC

Rosslyn Academy

 

 

 

I am dedicated to coaching with excellence and professionalism, helping players unlock their full potential and progress to the next level. By focusing on skill development, confidence, and a deep understanding of high-level competition, I guide players to succeed both on and off the field.

I treat all players with respect and dignity, valuing diversity on and off the field. Beyond teaching technical and tactical skills, I aim to impart life lessons that players carry long after the game, helping them grow into the people they aspire to be.

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