Who is NWTA?
NorthWest Training Academy was started up by Mike & Jessica Thornton of Oak Harbor, Mike has been involved in many areas of sports and sports fitness in over the last 23 yrs.
Being a native of Oak Harbor, Mike is trying to bring something back to Oak Harbor and the kids in it, a new energy.
Mike is currently the Coupeville HS Girls Var. Soccer Coach and is also training coaches, and players within North Whidbey Soccer Club. Mike also works as a WSYSA Regional Trainier. Mike does all of the Coaches Training for Rec, Academy, & Select/Premier teams. Mike works fulltime during the day and is involved in many organizations that involve kids, and loves time with his family.
NWTA is willing to to do 1 on 1 training and group training for any club or program on request. NWTA will provide SAQ (speed, Agility, & Quickness), soccer skills, as well as coaches training. NWTA really enjoys to have Fun Training kids and Adults.
If you would like more information about the training that we offer please go to the 'Contact Us' page and we will get back to you as soon as we can. You can also check out the 'Training Services' page.
Mike has experience in many sports either coaching or playing in the sport. Currently holds Certification in
- Speed, Agility, & Quickness
- US Soccer Federation National 'B' License
- NSCAA Regional Coaching Diplomia
- NSCAA Regional GoalKeeping Diplomia
- US Youth Soccer National 'Y' License
- WSYSA Regional Coaching Education Staff
Mike also played College Football for 3yrs. currently works with youth and adults in Island, Skagit, & Whatcom County Area.
