Elite Lacrosse Performance Training

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Elite Lacrosse Training · Upstate South Carolina

Long Island Roots · Multi-Year NCAA All-American Instruction · Position-Specific Player Development.

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ALL AGES

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Grades K–6

Future Ballers

Foundation, confidence, coordination, and early lacrosse habits.

Fall session Oct 4 – Nov 8 · Sundays 1–2 PM · Grades K–6

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Grades 7–12

Defensive Academy

Footwork, approaches, checks, clearing, and defensive identity.

Fall session Oct 4 – Nov 8 · Sundays 4–5 PM

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Grades 7–12

Offensive Academy

Dodging, shooting, spacing, decisions, and game-speed confidence.

Fall session Oct 4 – Nov 8 · Sundays 3–4 PM

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Custom Plan

Private Sessions

Targeted coaching for athletes who need a specific development plan.

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Contact Forge Before You Start

Use this when you just need a quick answer about fit, age, schedule, location, or the right program before taking the next step.

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What does your athlete need right now?

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Not sure which program fits yet? Tap Ask Forge to send athlete details, or choose a program to register directly.

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Start with the lane that fits your athlete best.

Scan the outcome, level, and next step. Active programs open details and registration directly inside the tile.

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Youth Fundamentals

Future Ballers

Foundation, confidence, coordination, and early lacrosse habits for younger athletes.

Best for: K-6 fundamentals, confidence, coordination

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Position Training

Defensive Academy

Footwork, body position, approach angles, communication, and competitive defensive habits.

Best for: grades 7-12 defenders and long poles

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Position Training

Offensive Academy

Dodging, shooting, decision-making, spacing, stickwork, and game-speed confidence.

Best for: grades 7-12 offensive players

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Focused Training

Private Sessions

Personalized attention for athletes who need targeted coaching and a clearer plan.

Best for: targeted correction and a personal plan

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Coming Pathway

Faceoff Academy

Specialized faceoff development pathway for athletes ready to compete at the stripe.

Best for: players developing at the stripe

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Coming Pathway

Goalie Academy

Goalie-specific development pathway for stance, angles, clearing, and command presence.

Best for: goalie stance, angles, and command

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Girls Lacrosse

Forge Fierce Women’s Academy

Women’s lacrosse pathway built around confidence, skill, speed, and competitive growth.

Best for: girls lacrosse skill and confidence

Doug Steele, Forge Lacrosse Performance coach

Led by Doug Steele

Built by a Serious Lacrosse Leader.

NCAAMulti-Year All-American

4-YearCollege Captain

4xDefensive MVP

Parents get structure. Players get standards. Forge gives athletes a clear path instead of random workouts.

Parent Questions

Fast answers before you buy.

What should we do first?

Use the mission cards above to narrow the path. If you are still unsure, tap Contact and ask Forge before you commit.

Is this for beginners or serious players?

Both. Youth players can start with Future Ballers, while middle school and high school athletes can move into position-specific or private training.

Can parents compare programs quickly?

Yes. The mobile program rail gives the short version first. Deeper details stay available without forcing everyone to scroll through them.

How do we move forward?

Tap Programs to compare options, Ask Forge to send athlete details or choose Programs to register directly.

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Share the athlete's age, position, goals, and best contact info. Forge will use this to recommend the right next training path.

What We Offer

Our Academy Programs

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Custom Team Programs Available Forge can create custom team training programs for clubs, school groups, and position units. Inquire with the Forge coaches to build the right plan for your athletes.

Not sure which program fits your athlete? Request an Evaluation

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Close Defense & LSM Development

Defensive Academy

Grades 7–12 · All Levels

Train the footwork, leverage, communication, and decision-making required to become a dependable impact defender.

The Forge Promise

Forge turns defenders into field leaders. Athletes learn how to win matchups, protect the middle, communicate early, and play with confidence against stronger competition.

Best For

Close defense and LSM athletes
Players who want better footwork
Defenders ready for a higher standard

Training Method

Approach and recovery progressions
On-ball and off-ball concepts
Live reps with direct correction

Player Outcomes

Better matchup control
Sharper slide recognition
More confident team defense

Why This Works

Players improve faster when instruction is clear, reps are intentional, and feedback is immediate. Forge builds skill, confidence, and decision-making through a structured progression that translates directly to live play.

CLOSE/LSM

Position Tracks

10+

Drill Systems

4

Dev Pillars

GAME IQ

Built In

$395

6-week session

60-min weekly sessions
Grades 7–12 · All Levels

Sibling discount: $40 off

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Schedule

GradesGrades 7–12

DaySunday

Time4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

LocationEastside YMCA

Program Dates

FallOct 4 – Nov 8

WinterJan 10 – Feb 14

SpringMar 14 – Apr 11

SummerJune 6 – July 11

Own your matchup. Command the field.

Forge Ecosystem

Built Around the Complete Athlete

Forge is more than a training session. It connects performance training, proprietary training environments, technology, wellness, and player development resources so families see a serious system around their athlete.

Performance Training Partner

Fusion Sports Performance

Forge’s performance training partner, supporting the physical side of athlete development with strength, speed, movement quality, and performance standards.

Exclusive Brain Protection Partner

Q-Collar

Q30’s Q-Collar is an FDA-cleared neck collar for athletes 13+ that applies light compressive force to the jugular veins to help protect the brain from effects associated with repetitive sub-concussive head impacts. It is used as an additional layer with sport-specific protective equipment and is not a guarantee against concussion or serious brain injury.

Forge discount code: FORGE

Exclusive Recovery Partner

Hyperice

Forge’s exclusive recovery partner, supporting modern athlete readiness, recovery habits, and performance consistency between training demands.

Exclusive Hydration Partner

Motive Pure

Forge’s exclusive hydration partner, helping support better athlete hydration, recovery habits, and daily performance readiness beyond the training session.

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Official Smart Ball Partner

Get Reps

Forge’s official Smart Ball partner, reinforcing intentional practice, skill development, accountability, and continued growth beyond a single session.

Athlete Stories

Athlete Testimonials

Real feedback from athletes building confidence, skill, and performance through Forge Lacrosse Performance.

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Athlete Goalie Development

“Coach Steele is an amazing coach with lots of high-level experience, which allows him to coach each player to their highest potential. He creates a standard with each player that makes every player stronger, faster, and have a higher lax IQ.”

Sam L.

2028 | Goalie | Riverside HS | Greer, SC

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Athlete Leadership

“Coach Steele has had a tremendous impact on my life both on and off the lacrosse field. He pushed me to work harder, stay disciplined, and become the best version of myself.”

Kayden D.

2026 | Defense | Riverside HS | Greer, SC

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Athlete Player Development

“As an absolute beginner, working with Coach Steele turned out to be the most rewarding and enjoyable experience of my athletic career. He is exceptionally sharp, intensely motivating, and consistently challenges every athlete to realize their full potential.”

Going into my senior year of high school, a few friends convinced me to try out for lacrosse, promising it was the best sport around. Even though picking up a completely new sport as a senior is incredibly late, I decided to go for it. The very first person I met on the field was Coach Steele.

As an absolute beginner, working with Coach Steele turned out to be the most rewarding and enjoyable experience of my athletic career. He cultivated an environment where we worked relentlessly both during and outside of practice, delivering instruction with a serious, high-stakes focus that demanded our best. Coach Steele’s approach to coaching is entirely unique compared to any other coach I’ve ever had, and its effectiveness is undeniable.

He is exceptionally sharp, intensely motivating, and consistently challenges every athlete to realize their full potential.

Looking back at the end of the season—after playing significant, non-stop minutes in our games—I reflected on what it actually took to reach that point. It required a massive amount of hard work and personal determination, but it also required a coach who invested everything he had into transforming me into a dominant player.

Holding my own against seasoned opponents who had played their entire lives—many of whom are moving on to play in college—and successfully shutting them down doesn’t just happen in a single year. It happens because of elite instruction.

Coach Steele immediately identified my natural attributes and strategically built upon them. For example, early in the season, he threw me into a high-pressure, man-down defensive situation that required a completely different tactical approach. He had total confidence that I could handle it, and because of that belief, I executed the assignment perfectly.

Beyond the X's and O's, Coach Steele invested in us as people, seeing every individual as more than just an athlete on a roster. He brought an immense passion to everything he did and genuinely cared about our growth off the field, pushing us to excel in every facet of our lives. That is how I know, without a doubt, that Coach Steele will bring that same dominance to any venture he pursues.

Sean M.

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Forge athletes, families, and supporters can order official Forge Lacrosse Performance apparel through the team store. Gear is fulfilled through SquadLocker and opens in a new tab so training registration stays uninterrupted.

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Training Facility

📍 Primary Location

YMCA Taylors
300 W. Lee Road
Taylors, SC 29687

Greenville County · South Carolina

🕐 Session Schedule

Academy Programs: Rotating weekly schedule
Private Sessions: By appointment

Contact us for current availability.

📞 Contact Us

Email: train@forgelacrosseperformance.com
Phone: (864) 448-6988
Instagram: @forgelacrosseperformance

We respond within 24 hours.

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Training Field · YMCA Taylors

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Aerial View · Full Facility Complex

Common Questions

FAQ

What age groups does Forge train?

Is Forge for beginners or advanced players?

How do I know which program is right?

What is a Forge Athlete Evaluation?

Is Forge lacrosse training, performance training, or both?

Where does Forge training happen?

Do you train boys and girls?

Do you help with recruiting?

Next Step

Ready to Find the Right Forge Path?

Request an athlete evaluation and Forge will help identify the best next step based on age, position, experience level, goals, and current development priorities.

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Greenville Lacrosse Training Resources

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Liability Waiver & Assumption of Risk

Forge Lacrosse Performance — Read carefully. Signed waiver required for all participation.

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: This document affects your legal rights. By signing, you release Forge Lacrosse Performance from liability for injuries arising from lacrosse training. Read all sections carefully.

1. Parties to This Agreement

This Liability Waiver, Assumption of Risk, Indemnification, and Release of All Claims (“Agreement”) is between:

Provider: Forge Lacrosse Performance, operated by Doug Steele, YMCA Taylors, 300 W. Lee Road, Taylors, SC 29687 (“Forge”).

Participant: The enrolled athlete and/or the parent or legal guardian signing on behalf of a minor (“Participant,” “you,” or “your”).

2. Description of Activities

This Agreement covers all programs and activities offered by Forge Lacrosse Performance, including:

Defensive Academy (Grades 7–12)
Offensive Academy (Grades 7–12)
K–6 Future Ballers youth development
Private instruction (1-on-1 training
Women’s lacrosse programs (when available)
Warm-up, conditioning, and all related activities at any Forge location

3. Inherent Risks

Lacrosse is a contact sport involving physical exertion, body contact, sticks, and hard projectiles. Participant acknowledges inherent risks including:

Sprains, strains, fractures, and dislocations
Cuts, bruises, and abrasions from sticks, balls, or player contact
Head injuries, including concussion
Eye and facial injuries
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke
Cardiovascular events during strenuous activity
Slips, trips, and falls on field or gymnasium surfaces
Injuries from defective or improperly worn equipment

4. Assumption of Risk

Participant VOLUNTARILY AND KNOWINGLY ASSUMES ALL RISKS associated with participation in the Activities, whether known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen. Participant acknowledges that the athlete is physically capable of safe participation and will inform Forge coaches of any injury, illness, or medical condition before or during participation.

5. Release & Waiver of Liability

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY — THIS SECTION LIMITS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.

In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities, Participant hereby RELEASES, WAIVES, DISCHARGES, AND COVENANTS NOT TO SUE Forge Lacrosse Performance, Doug Steele (individually), all Forge coaches and staff, YMCA of Greenville (as facility provider), and all respective officers, directors, employees, volunteers, and agents (collectively “Releasees”),

FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, LOSSES, OR DAMAGES arising from participation in the Activities, including claims arising from the NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, to the fullest extent permitted by South Carolina law.

This Release does not apply to gross negligence, recklessness, or willful and wanton misconduct. This Agreement is intended to comply with South Carolina law, including Fisher v. Stevens, 355 S.C. 425 (S.C. Ct. App. 2003).

6. Indemnification & Hold Harmless

Participant agrees to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS the Releasees from any and all claims, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from Participant’s participation, any breach of this Agreement, or any act or omission by Participant causing injury to a third party.

7. Medical Authorization

In an emergency where a parent or guardian cannot be reached, Participant authorizes Forge staff to contact emergency services (911), consent to emergency treatment as deemed necessary, and administer first aid. Participant agrees to keep current emergency contact information on file with Forge.

8. USA Lacrosse Membership Requirement

All participants must maintain a current USA Lacrosse membership throughout their enrollment. USA Lacrosse membership includes accident and liability insurance benefits for covered lacrosse activities. Maintaining membership is the sole responsibility of the Participant.

9. Concussion Protocol

Any athlete suspected of sustaining a concussion will be removed from activity immediately and may not return until cleared in writing by a licensed medical professional, consistent with South Carolina state law and USA Lacrosse concussion guidelines.

10. Photography & Media Release

Participant grants Forge permission to photograph and video record athletes during training for promotional and documentation purposes. To opt out, send written notice to train@forgelacrosseperformance.com.

11. Code of Conduct

Participant agrees to treat all coaches, staff, and athletes with respect; arrive prepared; wear required protective equipment; report injuries immediately; and refrain from abusive, discriminatory, or threatening behavior. Forge reserves the right to remove any participant for conduct posing a safety risk. Conduct-based removal does not entitle Participant to a refund.

12. Governing Law & Severability

This Agreement is governed by South Carolina law. Venue for any dispute shall be Greenville County, SC. If any provision is found invalid, remaining provisions remain in full force.

13. Acknowledgment

BY SIGNING, YOU CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS ENTIRE AGREEMENT, UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND VOLUNTARILY AGREE TO BE BOUND BY IT. PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN MUST SIGN FOR ALL MINOR PARTICIPANTS.

A signed copy of this waiver must be submitted to Forge Lacrosse Performance before your athlete’s first session. Please email a signed copy to train@forgelacrosseperformance.com or bring a printed copy to your first session.

Forge Lacrosse Performance • train@forgelacrosseperformance.com • (864) 448-6988

Terms & Conditions of Participation

Effective: January 1, 2026 — Registration constitutes acceptance of these Terms.

1. Program Provider

These Terms govern participation in programs offered by Forge Lacrosse Performance (“Forge”), operated by Doug Steele, YMCA Taylors, 300 W. Lee Road, Taylors, SC 29687. Contact: train@forgelacrosseperformance.com | (864) 448-6988.

2. Registration & Enrollment

Registration is complete only upon receipt of full payment and a signed Liability Waiver.
All participants must maintain a current USA Lacrosse membership. Forge reserves the right to deny participation to athletes without a valid membership on file.
Roster spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of payment.
Forge reserves the right to deny or revoke enrollment if a participant poses a safety risk or violates these Terms.

3. Fees, Payment & Refund Policy

Payment: Full payment is due at registration. Forge does not hold roster spots without payment.

Refunds:

Cancellation more than 14 days before program start: Full refund minus $25 administrative fee.
Cancellation 7–14 days before program start: 50% refund.
Cancellation fewer than 7 days before program start: No refund. Program credit may be issued at Forge’s discretion.
No-shows and mid-session withdrawals: No refund or credit.
Forge-initiated cancellation: Full refund for all affected sessions.

Make-Up Sessions: Forge does not guarantee make-up sessions for missed individual sessions. Make-ups may be offered at Forge’s discretion. Missed sessions due to participant absence are not eligible for refund.

Private Session Packs: Non-refundable once any sessions have been used. Unused sessions may be transferred to a sibling or credited toward future sessions at Forge’s discretion.

4. Session Cancellation by Forge

Forge reserves the right to cancel or reschedule sessions due to inclement weather, facility closures, coach unavailability, or insufficient enrollment. Every reasonable effort will be made to notify participants at least 2 hours in advance. Cancellations due to weather or force majeure do not entitle participants to a refund; make-up scheduling is Forge’s standard remedy.

5. Equipment Requirements

Defensive / Offensive Academy (Grades 7–12): Helmet, gloves, arm pads, shoulder pads, cleats, mouthguard, and lacrosse stick meeting current USA Lacrosse standards.
K–6 Future Ballers: Lacrosse sticks and tennis balls provided. No additional equipment required. No contact drills.
Private Sessions: Equipment appropriate to position and age as directed by coach.

Forge is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged equipment.

6. Code of Conduct

Participants, parents, and guardians must uphold Forge’s values: discipline, respect, accountability, and sportsmanship. Grounds for immediate removal without refund include: physical altercation or threatening behavior, verbal abuse or discriminatory conduct, use of performance-enhancing substances, deliberate destruction of equipment, or disregard for coach-directed safety protocols.

7. Health, Safety & Concussion Protocol

Participants must disclose all known medical conditions, allergies, and limitations before participation.
All Forge coaches hold current USA Lacrosse certifications including concussion awareness training.
Any athlete suspected of a concussion will be removed immediately and may not return until cleared in writing by a licensed medical professional, consistent with South Carolina law.
Forge will contact parents or guardians immediately in the event of any significant injury.

8. Photography, Video & Intellectual Property

Forge may photograph and video record training sessions for promotional use. Enrollment constitutes consent unless you opt out in writing at train@forgelacrosseperformance.com. All Forge training materials, curricula, and instructional content are proprietary. Participants may not reproduce or commercially exploit any Forge training content without written permission.

9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by South Carolina law. Disputes shall first be submitted to mediation in Greenville County, SC. If unresolved within 60 days, parties may pursue legal remedies in Greenville County courts.

10. Contact

Forge Lacrosse Performance • Doug Steele, Founder & Managing Director
YMCA Taylors, 300 W. Lee Road, Taylors, SC 29687
train@forgelacrosseperformance.com • (864) 448-6988

Forge Lacrosse Performance • train@forgelacrosseperformance.com • (864) 448-6988