A2P Amateur to Pro — the Livingfootball pathway

From amateurto pro.

Serious youth and amateur players close the gap to the pro-level game here — through real session evidence, better decisions, stronger belief, and one practical next step at a time. Players from this pathway have reached the A-League, the W-League, and the Olympics. The work is real, and so is the standard.

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Built on real coaching sessions
Players first, parents guided honestly
No outcomes promised — ever

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Amateur to Pro studies

The proof is on the pitch

These players made it from amateur to professional. Years of focused work — not luck, and not a promise. Their pathway shows what the method builds.

Newcastle Jets

Lachlan Bayliss

9+ years with Livingfootball

A-League Player
New Zealand International
Summer Olympics Paris 2024

Marconi Stallions

James Bayliss

9+ years with Livingfootball

NPL NSW Championship winner
Central Coast Mariners
A-League Championship

Central Coast Mariners

Lily McMahon

1+ years with Livingfootball

W-League
Central Coast Mariners
W-League Championship

The method

Five pillars every pro-level player needs

Every session, program, and piece of coaching here builds the same five things — because at the higher level, the game tests all of them.

Mindset

The engine

Willpower, focus under pressure, and the standards that make the rest possible.

Fundamentals

The standard

First touch, passing, shooting — trained to pro-level consistency, not just competence.

Fitness

The tank

The engine that keeps skills sharp when the game gets long and the legs get heavy.

1v1 Attacking & Defending

The X-factor

The duels that decide selection. Win yours on both sides of the ball and you stop being easy to leave out.

Recovery

Longevity

Injury prevention and the habits that let a player perform at a high level consistently.

Video placeholderThe five pillars, explained on the pitch

PLACEHOLDER — 2–3 minute video: Coach Joe walks through the five pillars over real session footage — one honest example per pillar, ending on a 1v1 duel where all five show up at once. Replaces the previous embedded blueprint video (expired token).

Training

Three ways to do the work

Flagship — available now

The 1v1 Transformation

$279

One-time · 30 days · yours for good

Beat players in the front third
Defend their best player and stand out to the coach
Built from real pro-level sessions, one habit at a time
7-day money-back guarantee, no questions

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In person — Central Coast, Australia

On-field sessions with Coach Joe

Honestly limited by the calendar — sessions are capped, not scarce on purpose.

60-minute standard session
90-minute extended session
Instant, hands-on feedback at full intensity

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Coming soon

Amateur to Pro Blueprint

The complete five-pillar program.

Deep dive into all five pillars
Action plans for players, by age bracket
Action plans for parents, by age bracket

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What our clients say

Real stories. Real results.

“I like the attention to detail working on weaknesses in our game. I feel like I’ve most improved my dribbling ability and 1vs1 skills.”

“What I have most enjoyed… is his attention to detail on the skills and techniques… I have not trained with another coach who has placed this much emphasis on every little touch.”

“My child has improved in all aspects of his game… The results speak for themselves as he moved from being a C-grade player last season to an A-grade player this season.”

“I love my sessions with Joe and my game has improved massively… I now love football and I am so focused when I play and much more confident.”

“Charlotte says she likes working on her juggling with you and feels you have improved her dribbling. As a parent, I feel she gained both skill and confidence.”

“Joe explains why he uses his unique method… and has helped my son become a player who looks comfortable on the ball… I am the one we feel has taught him the most.”

For parents

Support without pressure

Honest developmentNo trials, scholarships, or contracts are promised here. What's trained is the habits that make chances possible — and you'll always hear the truth about where your child stands.

A pathway you can seeClear next steps instead of guesswork: what's holding your child back, what to improve next, and what to do this week.

The long gameThe players above took years, not weeks. Development that lasts is built one honest session at a time — that's the standard here.

FAQ

Questions

What type of sessions do you offer?

In person: 1-on-1 and 2-on-1 sessions with Coach Joe. Online: the 1v1 Transformation — a guided 30-day program you can start today.

What age range do I have to be in?

The earlier you start, the fewer bad habits you'll have. Clients range from 6 years old all the way up to adult professional players.

How long does a session last?

60 minutes — standard session. 90 minutes — extended session.

How much does a session cost?

60-minute standard: $150 (1-on-1) · $90 per player (2-on-1). 90-minute extended: $225 (1-on-1) · $135 per player (2-on-1). The 1v1 Transformation is $279 one-time.

Where are you located?

In-person sessions run on the Central Coast, Australia. The 1v1 Transformation is available worldwide, today. Enquire about future intense skills camps in your city.

What is the 1v1 Transformation?

The flagship online program: 30 days, attacking and defending 1v1 habits built from real pro-level sessions, 7-day money-back guarantee. Full details on the offer page.

This could be your story.

You've seen what the work built for others. Nobody can promise you their outcome — but the same method, the same standard, and the same honest coaching are right here.

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