Train like a pro.
Play with purpose.
Florida's dedicated goalkeeper academy. Technical, tactical, and physical training for keepers of every level — in Orlando, Plant City, and Bradenton.
Because becoming better begins with what you do when no one is looking.
Training, events, camps & more.
Choose the setup that fits your keeper. Every track is 100% goalkeeper-specific.
The Pura Vida way.
Goalkeeper obsessed
Every drill, every progression, built for the position. No filler.
Costa Rica standard
Hard work, discipline, humility — Pura Vida is a mentality, not a slogan.
Player-first coaching
Bilingual coaches who meet each keeper where they are and push them further.
Coached by keepers, for keepers.
Jonathan Valerio
Founder & Director · Tampa
Jonathan is the founder of Pura Vida Goalkeeping and runs the academy across the Tampa Bay area. Detail-obsessed and competition-driven, he pushes every keeper to raise their standard week over week.
Experience
- 10+ years professional playing career in Costa Rica & USA
- 10+ years developing goalkeepers at collegiate, Club and academy levels
- GK Match analysis specialist
- Strength & Conditioning Coach
- Personal Trainer/Online Coach
- Bilingual coaching (English / Spanish)
Certifications
- USSF GK License
- United Soccer Coaches Level 2 Diploma
- SafeSport Certified
Wilbert Arroyo
Director · Orlando
Wilbert leads Pura Vida Goalkeeping in Orlando. Rooted in the Costa Rican Pura Vida philosophy, he pairs disciplined technical work with a positive, player-first coaching style.
Experience
- 15+ years developing goalkeepers
- Youth to college pathway coaching
- Bilingual coaching (English / Spanish)
Certifications
- USSF National GK License
- United Soccer Coaches Diploma
- SafeSport Certified
Daniel Melo
GK Coach · Lakeland
Daniel brings focused, high-energy goalkeeper training to Pura Vida. His player-first approach helps keepers sharpen their technique, build confidence and compete with purpose.
Experience
- Former Professional GK (Colombia: Millonarios FC & Envigado FC)
- Current Semi Pro GK for Lakeland United FC
- 3+ years experience training and developing GK's
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Personal Trainer
Matt Skinner
GK Coach - South West FL
Matt is a London, UK-trained goalkeeper coach with over a decade of experience developing keepers at every level. He is also the owner of Keeper Cup, bringing an elite, competitive edge to every Pura Vida session.
Experience
- 10+ playing career pro and semi-pro level
- 10+ years coaching goalkeepers of all levels
- 5+ years experience in soccer tournament management
- Current Keeper Cup Founder and owner
Harrison Weitz
GK Coach - Plant City
Harrison came up through Pura Vida GK as a keeper, earned his college spot with the guidance he received here, and now passes that knowledge on to younger keepers. He leads our grassroots work and the first steps of brand-new goalkeepers in the position.
Experience
- College Goalkeeper Athlete
- Under Pura Vida GK Academy, Harrison has 3+ years coaching youth/grassroots level GKs
- Current site GK coach for Plant City Lancers Club
Technique. Tactics. Mentality.
We develop the whole goalkeeper — technical, tactical and physical. Every session is planned, competitive and specific to the position.
- Position-specific curriculum from U10 to U18
Age-appropriate progressions for youth and teen keepers.
- Match-realistic reps at game speed
Decision-making under pressure, not just drills.
- Video-informed corrections
Film review and feedback built into the cycle.
- Mentality built through discipline and repetition
The Pura Vida mindset: hard work, humility, gratitude.
Camps & clinics.
Train where you are.
What players & parents say.
"My son gained more confidence in six weeks than the previous two seasons combined. Coach makes him work, but he loves showing up."
"Every session is planned, competitive and specific. This is the goalkeeper environment Central Florida needed."
"I came in as a backup. One year in I'm starting varsity. The reps, the film, the standard — it changed my game."
Google reviews
More from our goalkeeper community.
“Puravida and their coaches are extremely knowledgeable and passionate. My son came back home after each day of camp and said that it was the best soccer training he had ever received. The coaches were hands on and gave each player a chance to develop and learn the goalkeeping position. I highly recommend Puravida to any parent who is looking to make their child a better soccer player.”
“Amazing goalie camp!! Great coaches, leaders, and lots of positive reinforcement!! I highly recommend if you have a child that plays in the keeper position!!”
“I am lucky enough to have been a part of Pura Vida camps for a few years now and they are the absolute BEST! I learn and grow so much as a goalie through these camps. They really push me to be my best and don’t accept anything but! I would give 10 stars if I could.”
“My 12 yr old goalie son attended the 3 day goalie camp and I can honestly say it was the best camp he’s ever been to! Jonathan is the absolute best. His team was extremely talented, professional and were hands on with the kids. I really could go on and on about this camp.”
“Coach Jonathan is extremely dedicated to his athletes. He challenges Bobby and knows when the time is right to teach him new skills and continue to develop his skill set. We really can’t think of a better person to trust with our son and highly recommend Coach Jonathan for any skill or age level.”
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Gear for keepers.
Ready to level up?
Book your first session with a coach in Orlando, Plant City, or Bradenton.