About Jonathan Rojas
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About me
Soccer Performance Coach | 14+ Years of Experience | Loudoun United FC
📍 Bilingual (English & Spanish) | Leadership | Player Development | Elite Performance
Passionate and results-driven performance coach with over 14 years of experience working with youth, collegiate, and professional soccer players. Currently supporting player development at Loudoun United FC, a professional team affiliated with D.C. United.
Known for a proactive approach, strong leadership, and excellent interpersonal skills, I thrive in high-performance environments where attention to detail, organization, and clear communication make the difference. I design and implement tailored physical training programs that enhance sport performance, and injury prevention, always aligned with the tactical demands of the game.
Core Strengths:
High-level soccer conditioning & performance testing
Strong communication & cultural adaptability (bilingual: English/Spanish)
Collaborative work with coaches, medical staff, and athletes
Focused on long-term development and holistic growth of players
I believe in leading by example, fostering a culture of discipline, respect, and continuous improvement.
Education
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2022 - 2023 Universidad Católica de Murcia - Murcia, Spain
Master’s in High Performance Sport: Strength and Conditioning
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2021 - 2022 Barcelona Universitas - Barcelona, Spain
Professional Diploma in Strength and Conditioning for Football (Soccer)
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2016 - 2019 University of New Hampshire - Durham, NH
Bachelor of Science: Exercise Science
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2008 - 2012 Universidad de la Frontera - Temuco, Chile
Bachelor: Pedagogy in Physical Education Sports and Recreation
4 years of school.
Experience
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2024 - Present Loudoun United Football Club – Leesburg, VA
Performance Coach
▪ Conduct anthropometric measurements.
▪ Direct warm-ups during practice and games.
▪ Execute drills for the corresponding microcycle.
▪ Execute sessions with the reserve team.
▪ Monitor hydration of players (Urine Specific Gravity Test).
▪ Conduct preseason testing (Force, power, COD, VO2 MAX, ROM, reactivity).
▪ Program training and track workloads (GPS and total workload).
▪ Supervise injury prevention programs.
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2025 - Present Virginia Revolution Soccer Club – Leesburg, VA
Head Coach
▪ Lead technical, tactical, and physical development of U14–U17 MLS Next players.
▪ Plan and run high-quality training sessions aligned with club methodology.
▪ Manage match-day strategy, lineups, and in-game adjustments.
▪ Conduct player evaluations and provide individualized feedback.
▪ Communicate expectations and progress with players and parents.
▪ Foster a disciplined, respectful, and competitive team culture. -
2023 - 2023 CIARD (Center of Research and High Performance) – Murcia, Spain
Performance Coach
▪ Assess physical qualities of professional and U17 developmental athletes.
▪ Conduct laboratory-based performance testing and manage all testing setups.
▪ Organize, process, and maintain performance data and laboratory results.
▪ Assist athletes with their workout session plans, ensuring proper technique and appropriate modifications. -
2023 - 2025 UCAM Football Club – Murcia, Spain
Strength and Conditioning Coach
▪ Design of strength and conditioning session at the gym and on the field.
▪ Correction of technical form and organization of each player during each session.
▪ Warm up and assistant to the head coach during games. -
2023 - 2023 Javalí Viejo-La Ñora Football Club – Murcia, Spain
Strength and Conditioning Coach
▪ Design of strength and conditioning session on the field.
▪ Design and application of drills on the field for tactical and physical purposes.
▪ Correct technical form and organization of each player during each session.
▪ Advise during games with technical and tactical aspects. -
2016 - 2016 Strength & Conditioning - UNH Wildcats – Durham, NH
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach
▪ Instruct Athletes’ warm up.
▪ Set up workloads for athletes before lifting session.
▪ Individual athlete demonstrations during specific exercises.
▪ Motivate athletes during intense bouts of exercise.