What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed55 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Class Experience
Save $10 on your first class through OCT 31: LEROY1ST10 In this interactive class learners will practice the skills necessary to be successful in competitive Pokémon battles. They will learn how to effectively build individual Pokémon and teams that will increase theirs odds at succeeding in battles while getting the opportunity to improve their skills in battles with their coach. Coach will provide feedback through open discussion with learners. Themes Include: Teambuilding- Making synergistic choices to select the right Pokémon for a team. Pokémon builds-Learning the importance of each statistic in regards to the Pokémon on a team and how to influence those stats. Battling Skills- The most relevant techniques for success in typical situations in a match or while facing popular team builds. Expanding knowledge base on Pokémon moves and abilities and how they influence the game. This is where your style of battle will be identified and improved upon. Competitive Mindset- Growing awareness around your own mindset when decision making and how to use it to your advantage. Learn tendencies to look for from opponents that influence your decision making in a battle. Understanding the ups and downs of the game. Learning to lose and win well.
Learning Goals
Learners will improve their understanding of fundamentals necessary to begin playing competitive Pokémon either online or at in-person tournaments: stats, teambuilding, battling skills, and healthy competitive mindset.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners will need to use a Nintendo Switch with a copy of Pokémon Scarlet or Violet. The Teal Mask and Blueberry Academy downloadable content is highly recommended for the best experience. They will also need a Nintendo Online Account to be able to participate in games. No gamer tags or usernames are needed.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of Illinois at Chicago
I am passionate about supporting humans in realizing their potential through a holistic approach to their overall health and growth, and I'm excited to work with kids on this utilizing my vast experiences over the past 15 years. I am also a competitive Pokémon Video Game Championships (VGC) player as well as a diehard fan for over 25 years. I currently stream Pokémon Scarlet Violet on Twitch several days a week. I also host a podcast as a way to connect to older Pokémon fans to explore issues affecting men’s overall well-being and ability to build and maintain fulfilling relationships. I have coached people of all ages in group fitness and team sports settings. My experience in Pokémon as a subject matter, Pokémon content creation, and up-to-date knowledge of competitive Pokémon make me a great facilitator of players looking to improve their skills in the game whether they are casual players or have dreams of competing.
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Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$35
per sessionMeets on demand
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13