Transform your skills, dominate the crease, and lead your team to victory with Charles St Goalie Academy.
From Rookie to Pro: The Complete Lacrosse Goalie Program
Build a rock-solid foundation and grow into an elite lacrosse goalkeeper. Our unique step-by-step system takes you from basic techniques to pro-level drills, all while strengthening your mental game.
Unlike other programs that throw you into the deep end, we start at square one. Master the fundamentals of stance, positioning, and hand-eye coordination before progressing to advanced save techniques and lightning-fast reflexes. Our carefully crafted curriculum ensures you’re always challenged but never overwhelmed.
As your skills evolve, so does your mindset:
- Learn to bounce back from tough losses with resilience
- Develop pre-game routines that set you up for success
- Master the art of self-analysis through game footage review
- Build unshakeable confidence that withstands any pressure
Don’t just train your reflexes—evolve your entire goalie mindset. With personalized feedback and support from experienced coaches, you’ll track your progress and celebrate every milestone. Whether you’re eyeing a spot on the varsity team or dreaming of college recruitment, we’ll help you map out your path to success.
Join us and transform into the complete package: technically skilled, mentally tough, and always improving. Your journey to becoming an elite goalkeeper starts here.
Unlock Your Goalie Potential!
Coaching that meets you where you’re at!
Transform your game with pro-level training at an unbeatable price. Make sure to reserve your spot before we reach capacity!
🥍 Expert-designed curriculum 🥅 Comprehensive skill development 🏆 Mental toughness training
Don’t miss this chance to elevate your performance on the field.
About Charles St Goalie Academy
Elite Goalie Experience Meets Professional Training Expertise
From accomplished high school player with 3 Texas All-State selections and US Lacrosse All-America honors to starring as goalie for Johns Hopkins University, Ryan Darby brings a wealth of high-level lacrosse experience to Charles St Goalie Academy.
- Division I Athlete:
- 21 starts at Johns Hopkins
- Career-high 18 saves against Syracuse
- 2018 B1G Championship
- Professional Trainer:
- Certified Personal Trainer (ISSA-CPT)
- Corrective Exercise Specialist (ISSA-CES)
- StrongFirst Bodyweight, Kettlebell I & II, and Barbell Instructor
- Sports Nutrition Specialist
Ryan’s unique combination of Division I goalie experience and professional training expertise allows him to develop comprehensive programs that address both the physical and mental aspects of goaltending.
“My goal is to give you the tools to train all aspects of playing goalie. It’s about more than just learning how to save the ball. You have to be mentally resilient and athletic to be a great goalie.” – Ryan Darby
Join CSGA to train with Ryan and take your goalie skills to the next level!
Meet the Rest of Our Coaches
Rachel Hall
From Cypress, TX, is a 2x Texas All-State Selection and US Lacrosse All-American. She played D1 collegiate lacrosse at the University of Oregon and Boston College.
- Division I Athlete:
- Led the nation in saves (246) as a freshman (Oregon)
- PAC-12 Freshman of the Year (Oregon)
- 2021 National Champion (Boston College)
- 2023 ACC Championship (Boston College)
- Winningest goalie in Boston College school history
- Team USA U19:
- Gold Medal Winner
- All-World Honors
Jordan Adkins
Coach Jordan Adkins has over 20 years of playing and coaching experience, originating from his youth and high school career in DFW. As a 4-year starter for Lovejoy High School in the infancy of the program, he was the first player to commit to and play lacrosse at the NCAA level to Capital University in Columbus, OH. His time at Capital resulted in an OAC Regular Season Championship, working with Ohio Machine (MLL) coaches and goalies, and coaching local youth goalies. Post-college, he spent 3 years coaching JV and Varsity players at New Albany High School, assisting in playoff appearances and coaching players with careers spent at college programs such as Monmouth, Furman, Ohio State, Nazareth, High Point, UIndy, and more. He has also spent time coaching under RJ Ancona with the True North Carolina program coaching youth teams and the goalies in the program. Most recently, he is entering his 3rd year as Defensive Coordinator for Lovejoy High School, where he has coached players to the all-district and all-state teams consecutively.
“Being able to provide goalies with personalized, impactful, and intentional training is what I’m most passionate about in this sport. Helping my players develop the confidence in this position and as a leader on the field is what I look forward to every chance I get.” – Jordan Adkins
Elevate Your Goalie Game
Ready to see the difference for yourself?
- Curriculum designed by Division I and pro-level goalies
- Comprehensive approach covering technique, fitness, and mental game
- Step-by-step progression from fundamentals to advanced skills
- Extensive drill library for continuous improvement
- Guidance on often-overlooked aspects like film analysis and time management
About Charles St Goalie Academy
Developed by Division I and pro goalies with a Sports Performance Coach, Charles St Goalie Academy (CSGA) provides a comprehensive blueprint for lacrosse goalies to reach their full potential. Our curriculum covers often-overlooked aspects:
- Film analysis techniques
- Self-directed drill routines
- Goalie-specific workouts
- Leadership skills
- Time management strategies
CSGA’s structured approach ensures mastery of fundamentals before advancing to complex techniques. Our program includes:
- Initial performance video assessment
- Personalized recommendations and drill library access
- Specialized physical and mental training
- Ongoing expert review and guidance
Join CSGA today and unlock your path to goalie excellence.
Don’t just take our word for it. Hear from our alumni:
“We are so thankful for Coach Ryan and Charles St Goalie Academy! They do a tremendous job translating the skills that their goalies work on to actionable items in the game. So many skills coaches run through drills without explaining why they are doing something. Ryan is really great at explaining what it takes to be a top goalie, while making the whole experience fun for the athletes.”
- Jason B., Parent of 2031 Goalie
“Ryan has been a great coach to me these past few years, and he has helped me improve extremely. He has helped me both with my skills and my confidence as a goalie. He has gotten me out of bad habits including, dipping, guessing, and more. He also is a great guy who is easy to talk to and has the perfect balance of correcting what you are doing wrong and encouraging you to get to your best abilities. I especially love his drills because they are always something new and interesting that keeps such a hard position fun. My favorites include saving balls while on your knees to help with explosiveness in your hands, and tons of other fun drills that you are fun and helpful. I have loved working with Ryan and can only say good things about the things he teaches and his personality. ”
- Sarah, 2026 Goalie
“During the last couple of years I was given the privilege of working with Coach Ryan Darby. In this time I watched my skill level improve dramatically. Coach Ryan incorporates enjoyable yet high intensity drills into each of his practices. He listens to the needs of his players and adjusts his practice to those needs. Whether I want to work on low shots or clears, he finds a way to add it into our schedule. His coaching style has made my confidence as a goalie higher than it has ever been. With him as my coach I enjoy my practices and can see my growth. I look forward to lacrosse. Coach Ryan himself is highly skilled and accomplished. All in all, he is a person I am grateful to have throughout my lacrosse career. I thank him for the growth I’ve seen not only in myself, but also my fellow goalies. I am thrilled to continue my lacrosse journey with him during these next few years.”
- Kiana, 2028 Goalie
“CSGA and Ryan have been an excellent goalie coach for my daughter. She has taken big steps in her development over the past two years. They understand the physical and mental aspects of the job and translate their knowledge well. Most importantly, they make the work engaging and fun!”
- Chaitan, Parent of 2028 Goalie
“My son really enjoys training with Ryan and Charles Street. Not only have they improved my son’s skills, but he has helped him develop the right mindset to excel as a goaltender.”
- Rafael, Parent of 2028 Goalie
“Training with Coach Ryan and CSGA has helped me hone my skills and transform my game. For anyone looking to take their skills to the next level, I recommend Coach Ryan.”
- Xavier, 2028 Goalie
“Rocco is loving playing, and as a parent I appreciate your coaching style. You’re fun and fair with the boys but have an intensity that encourages the boys’ competitiveness. He enjoyed this season so much!”
- Parent of 2026