Coaches
All of our coaches are highly qualified and trained to provide the best experience for our players so that they can quickly develop their skills.
Fabio Aguiar
Head Coach & Founder
I’m Fabio, originally from São Paulo, Brazil. My passion for soccer began in childhood, spending countless afternoons playing with friends. At 14, I joined a youth team in Minas Gerais, then turned pro at 16, playing professionally for 4 years.
In 2014, back in São Paulo, I began transitioning my career to become a soccer coach. I graduated in sports sciences and physical education. During college, I started coaching kids and teens, now with over 8 years of coaching experience. This experience has helped me understand children better and improve their skills both individually and as a team.
In 2019, I moved to Los Angeles, where I founded Ginga Soccer Usa Academy. My goal is to inspire kids and teens to play soccer, whether for fun or professionally. Bringing with me the flair and creativity of the Brazilian soccer style, known for its skillful play, freedom, and artistic flair, I hope to instill it in my players.
Meet The Soccer Coaches Team:
Lucas Lyra
Lucas Lyra
Age: 26
Country: Brazil
I’m Lucas Lyra, a former soccer player from Brazil, where I played for Botafogo F.R Academy and Duque de Caxias in Rio de Janeiro. I moved to the United States on a scholarship to play for Cloud County Community College, where I spent three seasons and helped the team reach 5th place in the national rankings. I graduated with a degree in Wind Energy & Business Management and later transferred to Westcliff University, where I’m currently finishing my Bachelor’s in Business & Sports Management. During my time there, I played for both the soccer and futsal teams.
For the past four years, I’ve been passionate about coaching soccer. I started as an assistant coach at PSC 96 Club in Santa Monica, where we reached the semifinals of the California State Cup. After that, I worked as a camp coach for Sand & Surf in Manhattan Beach and earned my US Soccer Federation C License. In 2023, I began working as a soccer coach and methodology developer at Ginga Soccer USA, where I continue coaching today. Currently, I am also a coach with the Los Angeles Galaxy, one of the biggest soccer clubs in the United States.
Henrique Santos
Henrique César Santos
Age: 27
Country: Brazil
With over two decades of experience in professional soccer, Henrique César Santos has played for prestigious clubs across Brazil and Europe, including São Paulo FC, IF Brommapojkarna, and FC København. His journey on the field has taken him through various countries, earning numerous titles and accolades along the way. Beyond his playing career, Henrique holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration-Information Technology from Bethesda University in California.
Henrique is now channeling his passion for the game into coaching, offering private soccer classes for kids. He is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of players, focusing on skill development, confidence building, and teamwork in a positive and fun environment. Henrique believes that soccer is not just a sport but a powerful tool for teaching life lessons such as discipline, resilience, and sportsmanship. His goal is to help young players grow both on and off the field, making his role as a coach both fulfilling and impactful.
Victoria Minutentag
Victoria Minutentag
Age: 21
Country: Brazil
Olympio Naufel
Olympio Naufel
Age: 18
Country: Brazil
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