Private Coaching Sessions are available in several different options.
- Two Wrestlers, One Coach: Our experience shows that having two wrestlers with similar skills and weights working with a coach is far more effective than having a wrestler try newly taught skills on the coach. Having a practice partner during these sessions allows a much more realistic opportunity to practice skills taught during these sessions and will, we believe, lead to a greater opportunity for improvement.
- Four Wrestlers, One Coach: Similarly, having two sets of wrestlers who can drill and practice skills taught during private sessions is a more effective way for an athlete to learn and retain skills.
- Six or Eight Wrestlers, One Coach: These sessions are a perfect opportunity for teammates to work together with one of Team Tugman’s highly skilled coaches in a small group environment.
- One-on-One: Depending on the facts and skill level of the athlete, we will agree to a true one-on-one coaching session. Please speak to the Coaching staff if you believe that you want a one-on-one.
Private Video Match Review
Team Tugman offers the opportunity to review videos of your matches with Coach Tugman or one of his assistants. Video review with a skilled and experience coach can be an excellent opportunity to spot and correct flaws in your technique and see how you have put your skills to use in a live match.
Video review sessions last 30 minutes where the wrestler is one-on-one with the coach who will go through the selected matches in detail and offer advice on how to correct what is viewed on video. Note that there will be no on-mat coaching during these sessions, though you may consider pairing a video review with a package of private coaching sessions.
If you are interested in scheduling a video review session, please note the following requirements:
- All matches should be submitted by email or provided to the staff on a digital memory stick no later than three days before your session. This is critical to allow the coach sufficient time to review your matches and take notes to share with you during your session.
- Generally, our coaches want to see matches where you struggled with a move or a style of opponent. In other words, we find matches lost to be a much more effective teaching tool than a match that you dominated. The coach conducting your session will discuss the matches that they want to review with you.
Packages
If you would like to purchase a package of private coaching sessions and video review sessions, please speak with the Coaching Staff to discuss pricing and scheduling.
Private and Semi-Private Wrestling Sessions In CT
As kids start to take their training and preparation more seriously, want to refine their technique, or want to make sure they are learning the basics of the sport, they may want and need more personalized instruction from our Coaching Staff. Whether they are new to the sport or they are nationally ranked, private and semi-private coaching sessions can provide athletes with that “extra something” to help them get to the next level.
Private Coaching Sessions are available in several different options.
- Two Wrestlers, One Coach: Our experience shows that having two wrestlers with similar skills and weights working with a coach is far more effective than having a wrestler try newly taught skills on the coach. Having a practice partner during these sessions allows a much more realistic opportunity to practice skills taught during these sessions and will, we believe, lead to a greater opportunity for improvement.
- Four Wrestlers, One Coach: Similarly, having two sets of wrestlers who can drill and practice skills taught during private sessions is a more effective way for an athlete to learn and retain skills.
- Six or Eight Wrestlers, One Coach: These sessions are a perfect opportunity for teammates to work together with one of Team Tugman’s highly skilled coaches in a small group environment.
- One-on-One: Depending on the facts and skill level of the athlete, we will agree to a true one-on-one coaching session. Please speak to the Coaching staff if you believe that you want a one-on-one.
Private Video Match Review
Team Tugman offers the opportunity to review videos of your matches with Coach Tugman or one of his assistants. Video review with a skilled and experience coach can be an excellent opportunity to spot and correct flaws in your technique and see how you have put your skills to use in a live match.
Video review sessions last 30 minutes where the wrestler is one-on-one with the coach who will go through the selected matches in detail and offer advice on how to correct what is viewed on video. Note that there will be no on-mat coaching during these sessions, though you may consider pairing a video review with a package of private coaching sessions.
If you are interested in scheduling a video review session, please note the following requirements:
- All matches should be submitted by email or provided to the staff on a digital memory stick no later than three days before your session. This is critical to allow the coach sufficient time to review your matches and take notes to share with you during your session.
- Generally, our coaches want to see matches where you struggled with a move or a style of opponent. In other words, we find matches lost to be a much more effective teaching tool than a match that you dominated. The coach conducting your session will discuss the matches that they want to review with you.
Packages
If you would like to purchase a package of private coaching sessions and video review sessions, please speak with the Coaching Staff to discuss pricing and scheduling.
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Coach Tugman
- Over 30 years of wrestling experience
- Head Coach Hamden Hall Country Day School 2017-2019
- Assistant Coach Wesleyan University 2012-2016
- Head Coach Daniel Hand High School 2010-2011(25-1, SCC Group A Champions, SCC Tournament 2nd, Class L State 2nd, State Open 2nd, New England Championship 3rd)
- Wrestled DI at Lock Haven University
- AAU Freestyle Grand National Champion(2001)
- 4X NJ Freestyle High School State Champion
- 3X NJ Scholastic High School State Place Finisher
- 4X NJ Scholastic High School Region Place Finisher
- 1X NJ Scholastic High School Region Champion
- 4X NJ Scholastic High School District Champio