What lessons can cover
Lessons can focus on stick skills, dodging, shooting, defensive footwork, ground balls, passing, catching, field awareness, and position-specific confidence.
Why lessons should be intentional
A good lesson is not just a workout. It should identify the athlete’s gaps, teach better habits, and connect each rep to how the player performs in games.
Who lessons fit
Lessons can help beginners, developing youth players, club athletes, high school players, and athletes changing positions or preparing for a new season.
Built for Greenville and Upstate athletes
Forge serves families across Greenville, Taylors, Greer, Simpsonville, Mauldin, Easley, Spartanburg, and the surrounding Upstate South Carolina lacrosse community. The work is specific, direct, and built around the athlete’s next step.
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Questions parents ask
Are lacrosse lessons different from private training?
The terms overlap. Forge uses lessons and private training to build focused skill development, better habits, and a clearer athlete plan.
Can beginners take lacrosse lessons with Forge?
Yes. Lessons can support beginners as well as more experienced athletes who need position-specific development.
How do I book lessons?
Submit the athlete evaluation request so Forge can understand the player’s age, position, experience, and goals before recommending next steps.
Programs & Pricing at Eastside YMCA
Lessons run as private training by appointment or structured six-week academies.
Private Training
All ages · By appointment · From $75 · Submit preferred times before payment
Request a Private Training TimeTraining location: Eastside YMCA · 1250 Taylors Rd, Taylors, SC 29687 · (864) 448-6988
Forge Player Evaluation — $25
A 30–40 minute, position-specific session with a Forge coach. Every athlete receives coaching and correction during the session, three identified strengths, two development priorities, a recommended Forge training path, and a written Parent Development Summary.
Start with the evaluation
The fastest way to start is the Forge Player Evaluation — 30–40 minutes, free, and your athlete leaves with a written development plan and a recommended path.