Coach Akeim was born and raised in Philadelphia Pennsylvania.  He attended Temple University in Philadelphia where he majored in Sports Medicine and Management.  Coach Akeim is a former Director of a YMCA and owner of a successful small business in Philadelphia.

Upon relocating to Los Angeles in January 1998 he quickly found work as a Youth Sports Instructor for the Los Angeles Parks and Recreation Department.  Coach Akeim success with teaching children the fundamental skills for playing various sports led to the start of LA-Sports Kidz.

Over the past nine years Coach Akeim has truly cherished every opportunity to teach children how to have FUN while engaging in sports and leisure activities.  Coach Akeim is very excited about the opportunity to expand LA-Sports Kidz by offering additional classes in other communities, and the development of an e-commerce store offering a children's clothing line and sporting equipment.

Phillip Henry

Coach Phil has been working with children for more than fifteen years and for the past seven years he has been teaching LA-Sports Kidz how to have FUN while learning how to play various sports. In 1998 Coach Phil and Coach Akeim met while working together for the Los Angeles Parks and Recreation Department. When Coach Akeim started LA-Sports Kidz and needed someone to assist him with classes he called Coach Phil and they have been working together every since.

Coach Phil's ability to effectively communicate with children and get down on their level to produce results has really contributed to the success of LA-Sports Kidz. The children and parents all appreciate Coach Phil's style of coaching. When Coach Phil is teaching LA-Sports Kidz it's hard to tell who is having the most FUN between him and the children.

Coach Phil attended Cal State University and he is currently still working for the Los Angeles Parks and Recreation Department. His responsibilities include organizing youth leagues, teaching sports classes and officiating baseball, basketball and flag football. Coach Phil also coaches varsity football at Verbum Dei High School in Los Angeles.

The wisdom, patience, insight and friendly personality Coach Phil consistently demonstrates when working with children has really contributed to the success of LA-Sports Kidz.

The support and encouragement Coach Phil receives from his beautiful wife Robyn has ultimately contributed to Coach Phil being successful in all aspects of his life.

Sean Anderson

Coach Sean joins LA Sports Kidz from Philadelphia Pennsylvania where he worked for the School district as a Physical Education and Health teacher for seven years. Coach Sean believes that the health and welfare of children utilizing sports as an enrichment tool is a very important strategy. Having been a gym teacher, swim instructor, collegiate athlete and professional football player he has hands on knowledge in the world of sports and instruction. Coach Sean is a Temple University graduate where he holds a B.A. degree in Business Administration and Marketing. Coach Sean is also a personal trainer and strength and conditioning specialist. We are pleased to have Coach Sean as part of the LA Sports Kidz team.

D'Mitri Baptist

Coach D'Mitri has five years of Physical Education teaching experience. He currently teaches at Franklin Elementary School in Santa Monica, CA where he’s been for 3 years. Coach D'Mitri was a star collegiate wide receiver at the University of Idaho where he earned a full scholarship. While attending the University he ran a sports camp and participated in the Special Olympics. When he's not teaching or coaching LA Sports Kidz he officiates youth basketball and football. He currently holds a B.A. degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies. D'Mitri has a genuine love for sports, kids and making a difference in their lives. He strives to help children in their personal growth by encouraging, motivating and praising their efforts and accomplishments. Coach D'Mitri is a great asset to LA Sports Kidz.

Matthew Badal

Gillian Prolzee

With 5 years of soccer coaching experience with children ages 3-6, and originally from the UK, Coach Gillian migrated to Los Angeles 14 years ago to work as a specialist counselor teaching Gym-fit to children ages 5 through 11. Having always known that working with children was her passion and vocation, it was a position that she embraced with joy and honor.

Before leaving England, Gillian played soccer and many other sports at County level, all through High School and College, and later, along with a personal friend, worked with a pro gramme called 'FitKid', focusing on the importance of exercise for children, whilst having fun. These sessions included specialized games, obstacle courses and other such 'organized fun' in order to get the body moving, whilst giving children a sense of joy and accomplishment.

Coach Gillian has added greatly to her already extensive coaching experience, in providing private care for infant, toddler, Kindergarten and grade school children and their families. She fully understands that all children have unique and individual needs and that coming together in a 'team' environment can help bring out and nurture positive qualities in a child that will prove in assisting them become well adjusted young adults.

Jose Garcia

Victor Brown

Ben Samuels  

Coach Ben just drove from New York City to Los Angeles in September. He was born in the Big Apple, but grew up in Doylestown, PA outside of Philadelphia. He attended Tufts University in Boston and graduated with a double major in Drama and Psychology. For two years, he lived in his birth city, but finally decided to trade East for West and couldn't be more excited to work for LA Sports Kidz in his new home.

Ben grew up playing intramural soccer, before going on to play at school. His father coached him for years and later Ben co-coached his younger brother's team. For Ben, sports have always been about family, fostering personal and interpersonal growth, and unconditional support. He is happy to bring that positive attitude and excitement to his coaching every weekend.