A native of Savannah, Georgia, Coach Foster began his career at an early age. He lettered in football and track while attending Sol C Johnson High School. It was apparent to him that football would most definitely play a part in his future. After high school, Curtis Foster served three years in the United States Army. Upon completion of his service obligation, Curtis returned to Savannah  to attend Savannah State University. He then transferred to University Central Florida in Orlando, Florida where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing in 1984. Curtis Foster played a season with the Tampa Bay Bandits of United States Football League (USFL) before an injury ended his career. Curtis began coaching at King High in Tampa, Florida where he was a coach for the running backs in 1985-1986. Curtis later became the offensive coordinator for Desoto County High School where the team went to the State Championship on two occasions.

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In 1990 Curtis Foster bearing the burden of the passing of his father returned to Savannah to care for his brother who has Down syndrome.  Once again his direction swayed towards football and in 1996, Curtis served as General Manager for a semi professional football team, the Savannah Chiefs. In 1998 Curtis became a coach and owner of his own semi pro team, the Savannah Panthers who has since then changed to the Savannah Warriors and has won three Southeast conference championships and the MFL championship. In 2001, Curtis also served as coach and scout for the Jacksonville Tomcats of the AF2 during the off season. Curtis Foster has also served as the Head Equipment Manager, Senior Athletic Administration staff member, Assistant Girls Basketball Coach, Assistant Football Coach and Recruiter at Savannah State University since 2002.

Curtis Foster is a devoted family man and is married to the lovely LaShawna Foster whom with they share four children: LaShara, Lakisha, Curtis, and Calem.