Gary Avischious is a master coach and coach educator. As a highly successful youth sports coach himself, he loves kids and knows what makes them tick. Leaving no players out, he uses non-traditional methods of creativity, play, and even a little of goofiness to lead, inspire and, yes, entertain his players.
We all have heard that the number one reason kids play sports is to have fun, and Gary takes a huge step beyond most coaches and shows you how he makes it fun for his players through innovation and the freedom of play. He displays his passion of the sport and does everything possible to get kids to love the game enough to work extra hard during practices and play on their own outside scheduled practice and competition dates.
If you are looking for a model youth sport coach, and someone that can teach you and your coaches, you need to look no further than Gary Avischious and CoachingSchool.
Kirk Andersen, Former Director of Coach Development – USTA
CoachingSchool is one of the best things to happen since the internet for youth development. Gary Avischious just gets it – he’s truly blended the art and science of how kids learn. Most old models focus on what to teach, but Gary’s all about creating a playful, non-threatening environment, which is so crucial.
CoachingSchool is packed with awesome, relevant activities that keep kids learning and, even better, keep them loving their sport. I’ve been using Gary’s wisdom, especially his ‘buttoning your shirt’ advice, for two decades while designing youth tennis programs at Midtown, Junior Tennis Champions Center, and Life Time.
Ajay Pant, USTA Coach of the Year honors, Owner of
CoachingSchool is a game-changer in the world of youth sports—and in the lives of the kids who play them. In a time when nearly 70% of kids are quitting sports by age 13, CoachingSchool’s training offers a powerful antidote. The resulting retention has lifelong ripple effects: better health, stronger social bonds, and a deeper sense of self-confidence that reaches far beyond the field or court.
CoachingSchool has given me the tools to not only become a better coach, but to build programs that genuinely serve the kids and families in my community. The tools are not just motivational snippets—they’re actionable insights that help create a sports culture where kids want to stay.
CoachingSchool is more than education— for me, it’s a movement. One that’s desperately needed if we want to reverse the dropout trends and give kids the lasting benefits of sport. For coaches who want to make a deeper impact, there’s no better place to start.
Susan Nardi, Tennis Professional