What are some of the biggest names in Victorian football?

Box Hill United, Eltham Redbacks and Bulleen Lions

What was less time spent doing as a teacher?

staring aimlessly at a computer

What was easier to do in a team environment?

pivot the focus of team training to something that was almost identical to working in small groups

What was the best way to seek support?

to talk to other coaches and mentors

What was difficult to keep players engaged?

transitioning to online/virtual training

What made it impossible to have any sort of progression week to week?

if players were extrinsically motivated

How many private training sessions did Covid give me?

8-10 private training sessions a week

What did it provide security for?

if sessions got cancelled or had to be rearranged

What have we done enough during our time off?

individual ball-mastery and conditioning practices

What do you have to do if you don't do it 10 times?

try what you worked on during Covid

What does Kogulan specialize in?

flexible 1-on-1, small group, team training and futsal training sessions

Where can you find testimonials on Kogulan's work?

https://treiner.co/coaches/1/kogulan-sabaratnam

Kogulan Sabaratnam

$80 - $95 per hour

Highest Qualification	A Licence
Years Coaching	10
Age Groups Coached	9-12 years, 12-15 years, 16-20 years, 20-30 years
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Kogulan Sabaratnam

Joined Treiner 4 years ago

based on 18 reviews

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Summary

I have been coaching for over 10 years, working with male, female and all-abilities football and futsal players. I am also a secondary school teacher where I run the football program as well as teach Economics, Commerce and Humanities. I have worked in coach education for both the federation and at the club level as a coach educator and technical director respectively. I am passionate about sport and am eager to continuously improve football in this country by helping footballers reach their potential as well as improving myself to be a better coach.

Session Types

1 on 1 Small Group Team Training Futsal

About Coach

My philosophy is based around player-centred learning. Focusing on developing a relationship with the player to then create an environment where they can improve, is important when trying to help a player reach their potential.

My youth football was played in Japan and Australia before I transitioned into coaching. Here are some of the highlights on my coaching journey.
2014-2017: Box Hill United (NPL Mens Assistant, Assistant TD (Miniroos), NPL 12's-18's, Miniroos, SAP Leader)
2017: Football Victoria TIDC (Assistant Coach 2005 born players)
2017-2019: Melbourne City Football Club (U18 Assistant Coach, U16 Development Squad Lead Coach, NPL Junior academy)
2020-present: FC Bulleen Lions (Senior NPLW Assistant Coach)
2013-2020: FV State Futsal Head Coach

A 1-on-1 session is tailored based on the players needs usually in consultation with the player or parent prior to the session.

A team session varies depending on the level of the team. An example of this at the NPL level can found at the following link: https://1drv.ms/v/s!AkCb1PWTTzRPvUlJ3oh9NpujxRsH

Reviews

4 years ago by Luca Durso

1 on 1

Excellent session

4 years ago by Luca Durso

1 on 1

Excellent

4 years ago by Xavier Calleja

1 on 1

I really enjoyed Kogu’s session, I think he is a great coach. He pushed me to my limits. He showed me what I needed to work on and I learnt beneficial drills that I hadn’t done before. I definitively would like to continue working with him. The only downside was the pitch, otherwise I would have given him 100/100.

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

1 on 1

Very good Training is very intense and detailed to the point. Would recommend Kogu to any one

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

1 on 1

He has helped me get my touch and control back since my return from my ACL surgery.

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

1 on 1

He has helped me get my touch and control back since my return from my ACL surgery.

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

1 on 1

He has helped me get my touch and control back since my return from my ACL surgery.

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

1 on 1

He has helped me get my touch and control back since my return from my ACL surgery.

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

Small Group

He has helped me get my touch and control back since my return from my ACL surgery, my movement and turning have improved

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

Small Group

He has helped me get my touch and control back since my return from my ACL surgery, my movement and turning have improved

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

1 on 1

He has helped me get my touch and control back since my return from my ACL surgery, my movement and turning have improved

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

1 on 1

He has helped me get my touch and control back since my return from my ACL surgery, my movement and turning have improved

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

Small Group

I am loving training, I am flying

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

1 on 1

Training is very good

4 years ago by Adrian Tairi

Small Group

Can’t believe how far Kogu has brought me Training is at the best level

4 years ago by Noah Grieve

1 on 1

Excellent session with all aspects of training aimed at point of need. Clear communication, feedback and encouragement to extend skill level and provide high expectations. Varied drills which build strong skill set in close ball skills and easy application into game based play. Improvement has been outstanding . Kogulan also provides direction on areas of practice for beyond sessions. Thanks for a great session.

4 years ago by Noah Grieve

1 on 1

Excellent session with clear expectations and high level communication to get the best out of a player. Drills are challenging to extend skill set and have produced direct impact on my playing ability.

4 years ago by Noah Grieve

1 on 1

Great session with challenging drills and a high level of intensity sustained throughout. Building on my skills weekly with great improvement.