BUILT ON PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS. FOCUSED ON REAL DEVELOPMENT

Haak Development Academy NYC is led by current and former professional players, including MLS athlete Justin Haak. Our coaching staff brings real-game experience and professional-level standards to youth soccer development in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Our Team

Justin Haak

Founder | General Manager |
Professional Soccer Player

Current LA Galaxy midfielder, Justin Haak began his career as a Homegrown player with New York City FC, contributing to the club’s 2021 MLS Cup championship season. With more than 100 professional appearances, he brings real top-level experience and championship standards to Haak Development Academy.

Artur Shamrov

Co-Founder | Director of Coaching | Coach | 
Professional Soccer Player

Artur has competed professionally across multiple countries, including Ukraine, the United States, Portugal, and Kosovo. His international career has exposed him to diverse football philosophies and European training standards. At Haak Development Academy, Artur brings that global experience and professional mindset to help develop technically sharp and confident players.

Originally from Trinidad, he developed through Met Oval’s Development Academy and continued his playing career at ASA College before moving into coaching.
A US Soccer C Licensed coach with over five years of experience, he was named one of EDP’s Top 30 Under 30 Coaches in 2025 for his dedication to player development.

Coach - 2025 EDP Top 30 Under 30 coaches | USSF C license

Akeem Phipps

What Makes HDA Different.

The Only Academy in New York Led by Active Professional Players

We are proud to be one of the very few academies in New York operated by active professional players. Our training is built on real professional experience, modern football standards, and daily exposure to the highest levels of the game.

Our academy is run by active professional players with over 100 professional matches and international experience. We bring elite training intensity, and professional mentality to every session.

Our academy provides structured, professional training in an environment built on respect, discipline, and encouragement.

A Safe Place to Grow and Improve

We believe in transparency and open communication. Parents are always informed about their child’s development and progress.

Communication With Parents

We keep training groups structured to ensure every player receives meaningful repetitions, coaching feedback, and personal guidance.

Small Group Attention

Age-Appropriate Training for All Levels

We adjust intensity, structure, and expectations based on each player’s stage of growth to ensure safe and effective development.

Is the environment competitive or supportive?

Both. We create a positive and structured environment where players are challenged to improve while feeling supported and respected.

How do you ensure my child develops properly?

We focus on technical ability, tactical understanding, physical development, and character growth. Every session has a clear purpose and long-term progression plan.

No. We welcome motivated players who want to improve. Our goal is development first — results follow.

Is this academy only for elite players?

Every session at HDA is structured and purposeful, built on professional standards and long-term development.

Technical – Ball mastery, passing, finishing, confidence in 1v1 situations.
Tactical – Game awareness, positioning, and smart decision-making.
Physical – Speed, coordination, agility, and athletic growth.
Mental – Discipline, confidence, and leadership on and off the field.

We develop complete players — not just skills.

Our Training Method

We guide players who aspire to:
• High school varsity
• College soccer
• Professional pathways
• European exposure (if relevant)

Where can this lead

Still have questions?
Contact us — we’re happy to speak with you directly.

Training Programs & Pricing

  • Soccer balls on a grassy field near a soccer goal with a fence and city buildings in the background.

    Private 1-on-1 Training

    Personalized training designed around the individual player’s needs.
    Each session focuses on technical development, correcting weaknesses, refining strengths, and building confidence through detailed, position-specific work.

    Ideal for players who want accelerated improvement and focused attention.

    $150 per session

  • Three people on a soccer field practicing with cones and soccer balls under cloudy sky, with a city skyline in the background.

    Small Group Training (3–5 Players)

    High-intensity sessions that combine technical repetition with small-sided game situations.
    Players develop decision-making, speed of play, and real-game awareness in a competitive but structured environment.

    Perfect balance between individual attention and game realism.

    $105 per player

  • Soccer goal on a grassy field near a river during sunset, with city skyline in the distance and trees along the riverbank.

    Early Bird Session (5–10 Players)

    Morning group training focused on overall game development.
    Sessions emphasize technical consistency, tactical understanding, and team-based scenarios that translate directly to match performance.

    A professional, energetic start to the day for committed players.

    $100 per player

  • * Session length ranges from 70 to 85 minutes, adjusted based on performance level and training demands.

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Client Reviews

“My son’s confidence and decision-making improved within weeks.”

— Rachel, Manhattan

“Artur has helped me improve a lot. I feel much more confident on the field, especially technically and mentally.”

— Tri, Manhattan

“We were commuting from Brooklyn to the city so my son could train with HDA, and now that they’re also at Pier 5, it’s incredibly convenient for us.
My son is 9, and training with these coaches is truly the highlight of his day.”

— Brandon, Brooklyn