About Our Programs

From Flex Philosophy and STEADY Academy

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TOTAL SOCCER DEVELOPMENT (TSD) empowers players to unlock their full potential on and off the pitch through our 10 Principles of Player Development brought to you by STEADY, Flexology, and our elite staff of instructors. At Total Soccer Development, experts guide every facet of our in person and virtual learning experiences, ensuring both immediate and long term development.

Our 10 Principles of Player Development guides players on and off the field to increase player performance. We offer in-person training events, mental skill building sessions, video analysis, and college bound coaching. Our methodology is empowering, encouraging, and specific to each player. We strive to build a community of impact and leadership for each player’s environment. TSD cultivates a family-like community that is accessible to you for a lifetime! Join us to learn more.

  • “Flex and Nora are excellent, experienced soccer coaches and educators. In TSD they present important player centric approaches to development that reflect the needs and challenges of US youth athletes. TSD is a new and refreshing way to support the development of the contemporary youth player.”

    Ian Barker

  • About Phase 1 Coach Development: " With 30 years of coaching experience in both club and school soccer, I’ve learned from a lot of very successful and very smart coaches over the course of my career. I hold Total Soccer Development up to any of the other materials I’ve had. I’m really impressed with the outcome. I’ve implemented the first three Principles over the first six weeks of our season and I’ve been impressed with the progress the boys have made. I’ve seen steady technical improvement, better decision-making on the ball, improved tactical awareness in small group play, and more personal accountability. The written materials, diagrams, videos, and video chats have all made the program easy to administer. The match analysis has helped me to paint a clearer picture for the boys during our classroom sessions. I consider the return on investment in Total Soccer Development, in both time and money, as high. I really look forward to implementing more principles as the season progresses."

    George Alley, Polk County HS Boys Head Coach, USSF B License Coach

  • "Total Development is more than a brand name, it is a commitment to every part of the person. Not just the player or coach, but the person. This program meets the person where they are and pushes them to strengthen the gifts they have while developing their targeted areas of growth. I have personally witnessed the program positively impact multiple coaches and entire teams of students. Their teachers and families notice the difference, and we have not seen the backslide at the end of our seasons in the classroom and in the community. Our kids have developed a common vocabulary, not just for skill on the pitch, but for skills in life, and I as an athletic director can't ask for anything more."

    -Jacob Wheeler, Middle School Athletic Director, Harrisonburg, VA

  • "I have known Flex for decades and have gotten to Nora as a legit pro! I am confident that their combined methodology will greatly help not only players but coaches as well. You simply don’t come across this high level of experience every day."

    Stan Anderson, Camp Shutout Founder

  • "I've been involved in soccer for many years, both as a player and a coach, and I can confidently say that Total Soccer Development elevates the game for everyone involved. Their approach, based on ten carefully crafted principles, has not only improved my coaching skills but has also had a profound impact on the players I work with. The principles taught by TSD go beyond the basics of the game. They instill values of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship that are invaluable both on and off the field. As a coach, I've seen remarkable growth in my players’ understanding of the game, their confidence, and our team's performance. Soccer is not just about winning, it's about developing well-rounded individuals who love the sport and respect its traditions. TSD will help you achieve this balance beautifully. I highly recommend TSD to anyone looking to take their soccer journey to the next level, whether you're a coach or a player. Their ten principles are the building blocks of excellence in soccer."

    Staci Wilson & Michelle McCaw

  • “I had the privilege of first being introduced to Flex's 10 Principles as a young soccer player. At a time when players were rated purely on raw talent and athleticism, Flex was developing technically and mentally proficient players regardless of size and speed. Before ideas like "player development" and "soccer IQ" were thrown around as marketing taglines to attract players to clubs, Flex was actually putting it into practice. As I continued to develop technically, these 10 Principles allowed my decision making and tactical awareness to flourish. Fast forward 15 years, I was reconnected with Flex through a national coaching course. Although it was still early days in my coaching career, it became alarmingly apparent that Flex's Principles were still bucking the trend of traditional outdated coaching practices. After being reintroduced to Flex's methodology I began to use it as a foundation for everything I've done as a coach since then. Through a 25+ year coaching career, this is the simplest and most effective program to develop players and coaches alike. With the addition of match analysis and STEADY mental fitness training, Total Soccer Development should be ground zero for any coach, player or club looking to elevate their knowledge of the game.”

    Jon Healy

  • “I have known Nora since I instructed her in her USSF C Course and then a few years later she graced my coaching staff at Carolina United SC. Shortly after she trailblazed coaching by starting STEADY, which was a program designed to develop young women into leaders who understood that there was no Glass Ceiling. I know firsthand how she has changed lives, inspired players, both boys and girls, placed them in colleges and then had them some back to be on her staff, now OUR staff at TSD. I am honored and humbled to be her partner and am blessed beyond words to join this journey with her as we forge forward to Be the Change.”

    Flex Hernandez

  • "I am confident that TSD's unique and effective principles of development and comprehensive programming for soccer players in combination with the leadership and experience of Nora and Flex is going to change the way clubs approach the development of their players for years to come. TSD provides coaches and players a simple, yet incredibly effective, framework for developing the technical, tactical and mental skillsets that lead to success on the field. As a player, I have found that this methodology and training approach has improved my tactical awareness and confidence on the ball. The thought of a new generation of young players being trained in this way by two incredible coaches and people in Nora and Flex is really exciting."

    Jake Lovinger

  • New List “I cannot express strongly enough how instrumental Coach Nora has been to my daughter’s soccer development. She is 14 and she’s worked with Nora for the past year and half. They have worked together in small group training, video game analysis and, most importantly, designing a personalized mental fitness toolkit. I am certain she would not be as successful as she is today without Coach Nora’s enduring support, investment and expertise in helping her develop her full game. Our gratitude is very deep.”

    Total Soccer Development Parent

Our Program

Unlock your full potential with Total Soccer Development (TSD) — where elite coaching, cutting-edge training, and a lifetime community come together. Guided by our 10 Principles of Player Development, we offer personalized in-person and virtual experiences that go beyond the pitch. From technical training and video analysis to mental skills and college prep, TSD is your path to lasting growth and impact. Curious what sets us apart? Come find out.

In-Person Events

TSD offers in-person training for clubs with players aged 10 to 18 who are committed to high-level development through Phases 1, 2, and 3 of the TSD program. Training sessions are held at various locations across the United States. Participating players have the opportunity to develop their skills in a highly competitive environment alongside talented coaches and peers.

Video Analysis

A player may request Video Analysis from TSD. This analysis assists the individual in understanding where to apply our 10 Principles. Our review session is one of our most valuable tools to help the player understand their performance. Players are given specific instructions the player understand where they can improve; therefore, elevating the player’s performance.

Mental Fitness Programming

STEADY Mental Fitness changes players mental game. Using decades of personalized experience, current research, and practical hands-on applications, sessions build habits of control and resilience in players. Mental Fitness empowers players to succeed on and off the field.

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College-Bound Coaching

Our comprehensive College Bound Coaching program Program supports players in their journey to collegiate soccer. Total Soccer Development walks hand in hand with players and their parents in order to provide the tools and knowledge necessary to guide every aspect of the college placement journey. The TSD Staff brings decades of college placement experience and have placed hundreds of players across all levels of college play.. This program provides essential guidance, resources, and advocacy to help players navigate the recruiting process effectively.

Additional Questions?

We’d love to hear from you! If you want additional information or you’d like to meet our staff, please book a 30 minute information session. Members of our staff are excited to meet with you and answer any additional questions you might have.