A goalkeeper training one-on-one with a GATO Academy coach

PRIVATE GOALKEEPER COACHING

Individual coaching for goalkeepers who want to take their game further.

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WHO IS THE COACH?

ALEKSI PARTANEN

Former professional goalkeeper · Co-founder of GATO
Aleksi Partanen, GATO Academy goalkeeper coach

Aleksi played for Äänekosken Huima, JJK, HJK, KTP and IFK Mariehamn, and represented Finland at U15–U19 youth international level.

At GATO Academy, experience of modern goalkeeper play is brought into individual coaching in a practical way.

8 FINLAND YOUTH INTERNATIONAL APPEARANCES U15 · U16 · U18 · U19

10-SESSION INDIVIDUAL COACHING PACKAGE

€750
incl. VAT · €75 / session

The content is built around the goalkeeper's own goals. The aim is usually one session per week.

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  • 10 individual goalkeeper sessions
  • Individually planned content
  • Flexible session times
  • South Helsinki area

WHAT WE TRAIN

No ready-made programme: training focuses on what the goalkeeper wants to develop.

  1. SHOT STOPPING

    Technique, positioning, movement and save selection.

  2. 1V1 & CLOSE-RANGE SITUATIONS

    Decision-making, timing and finding the right solution.

  3. CROSSES & BOX MANAGEMENT

    High balls, the decision to come and command of the area.

  4. DISTRIBUTION

    Building from the back, passing and decision-making with the ball.

  5. GAME-REALISTIC SITUATIONS

    Training is built as much as possible around real game situations.

HOW IT WORKS

  1. APPLY

    Complete the short application at the bottom of the page.

  2. WE GO THROUGH YOUR GOALS

    We go through the goalkeeper's situation and goals and agree the first session.

  3. TRAINING BEGINS

    The ten-session programme evolves with the goalkeeper's development.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who is GATO Academy for?

GATO Academy suits goalkeepers who want goal-driven, individual training alongside their club programme — or in situations where regular goalkeeper coaching is not otherwise available.

Training is always built around the goalkeeper's current level and goals.

What age groups is GATO Academy for?

GATO Academy is suitable for goalkeepers of all ages – from young beginners to adults and more experienced players.

The content, intensity and goals of the coaching are always adapted to the goalkeeper's age, level and individual needs.

Where do the sessions take place?

Sessions take place in the South Helsinki area.

The exact pitch is agreed case by case, depending on the training time and pitch availability.

When are the sessions held?

Training times are agreed flexibly around the goalkeeper's and the coach's schedules.

The aim is to find a rhythm that fits around club training, matches, school and everyday life.

Can we focus on just one area?

Yes.

If, for example, 1v1 situations, crosses or distribution is a clear development area, the training can be weighted towards exactly that.

The goalkeeper's own view of what they want to improve is an important part of planning the training.

What happens after I send the application?

We will get in touch, go through the goalkeeper's situation and goals, and look at a suitable starting time together.

Sending the application does not commit you to purchasing the coaching package.

APPLY TO GATO ACADEMY

Tell us briefly about the goalkeeper's background, goals and schedule.

We will get in touch to see whether GATO Academy is a good fit and when coaching could begin.

Submitting an application does not commit you to purchasing coaching.