Special 1 goalkeeping was founded in 2019 by Wail Zenga, a former professional goalkeeper. Special 1 is where goalkeepers come to not only improve but have the necessary skills and knowledge to excel and reach their true potential. It is by no accident that our graduates are playing in professional soccer clubs (MLS and USL Championship and USL league one and Europe, as well as youth programs NCAA division one universities and clubs nationwide. Goalkeepers come to us to improve and leave our school with a new understanding of how to achieve at the level they want to reach. Special 1 is a goalkeeping training organization designed to train goalkeepers at all ages and levels.
Topics
- Specific goalkeeper warm-up activities
- Specific goalkeeper footwork Strength & Agility
- Flexibility & Coordination
- Ball handling
- Distribution (hands and feet)
- Collapsing & diving technique
- Positioning and Shot stoppin
- Organizing the wall for set-piece
- Dealing with breakaways
- Dealing with crossed balls
- Dealing with Penalty Kicks
Coach Wail Zenga's Training Experience
- Pro Lansing Ignite Goalkeeping Coach& Assistant Coach
- Florida premier Fc Boys GK Director TBU Goalkeeping Coach
- Wolves-Hawks Goalkeeping Coach
- Jackson Rush Goalkeeping Coach
- Girls Chicago Red – Pre-season
- Bridges FC: Goalkeeper Coach Aces FC: Goalkeeper Coach
- St. Viator High school Arlington Heights: Goalkeeper Coach
- North Central College Naperville: Goalkeeper Coach
- Director of Naperville Soccer Association: Goalkeeper Coach
- Keenland FC Elburn: Goalkeeper Coach
Private Lessons Cost: $70 per hour ( U10-U13) Cost: $80 per hour ( U14-U19)
Goalkeeper match analysis via zoom (60 minutes)- $100
Goalkeeper match analysis via zoom (60 minutes)- $100
Why Choose Special1GK
Discover the benefits of joining our specialized soccer goalkeeping school.
- Highly Experienced Coaches
- Technique Improvement
- Agility Training
- Game Strategy Development
- Personalized Coaching
- Improve Confidence
How It Works
Follow these easy steps to start your goalkeeping journey with Special1GK.
Step 1
Contact Us
Get in touch with us to discuss your training needs and schedule a session.
Step 2
Customized Training Plan
Our coaches will create a personalized training plan based on your goals and abilities.
Step 3
Training Sessions
Attend regular training sessions to improve your goalkeeper skills and technique.
Step 4
Goalkeeping Drills
Participate in various drills to enhance your agility, reflexes, and shot-stopping abilities.
Step 5
Game Analysis
Analyze game situations and develop strategies to excel in different match scenarios.
Feedback
Read what our satisfied goalkeepers have to say about our training program.
I am very confident that the 2-day camp was extremely helpful in the development of Gunnar and the others and honestly, you can’t beat the price for the level of training they received so thanks so much for that. I don’t know Coach Wail but from the times that I have observed training, his approach to coaching is just what Gunnar needs right now – firm, boisterous, tutorial and hands-on. He needs to be pushed without being “yelled at” and so Wail is right on with his coaching style. We will always try to make as many training sessions as we can, but at this point we would definitely go with you guys – NO CONTEST!
Matt Bohlender
Matt Bohlender
- ★ ★ ★ ★ ★Bailey also had a good experience at the camp. I think Bailey is a good candidate for the group and individual training.
Bailey’s quote about the camp: “The coaches didn’t focus on the mistakes I made. Coaching focused on explaining proper technique and placement with multiple repetitions to allow me to improve.”
Robin Edison★ ★ ★ ★ ★I can only attest to what Lucas spoke to me about, but after the first day and he got to my truck, I thought he was worn out. When I asked him how the camp was, he immediately smiled and said it was awesome and he had a lot of fun. He couldn't wait to get back to it the next day. I also think he really enjoyed being in a group setting, because it had been months since he had that available. While he also enjoyed his 1V1 sessions with Wail over the summer, I think he also needed the camaraderie of the group sessions.
Donat Ratell★ ★ ★ ★ ★ - Special1GK has helped me become a better goalkeeper by improving my reflexes, technique, and decision-making on the field. The coaches are dedicated and passionate about what they do.★ ★ ★ ★ ★SophiaI've been training at Special1GK for a few months now, and I've seen significant improvement in my goalkeeping skills. The training sessions are well-structured and tailored to my individual needs.★ ★ ★ ★ ★Daniel WilsonI am extremely happy with the progress I've made since joining Special1GK. The coaches provide excellent feedback and support, helping me develop into a more confident and skilled goalkeeper.★ ★ ★ ★ ★Olivia Thompson
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