We invite advanced soccer players, with the desire and determination to become exceptional players, to join us in the Elite camp. It is designed to bring together players from ages 12-18 for five days to be immersed in a high performance soccer environment similar to that of a National Youth Team Camp. The love of the game and the focus to improve individual skills and knowledge become a daily pursuit. Players will be divided into age appropriate groups.

Technical excellence and skill with the ball is the foundation of the elite player. Players are required to be decision makers and have the ability to solve problems. They must be able to succeed in adversity, and have self-confidence in their abilities. Elite Players receive instruction and attend discussions on nutrition, conditioning and game preparation. They are advised on team play, injury prevention, college admission and scholarships.

 

Program Features:
• Five days of high performance training and competition
• Personalized Trainer who will mentor and supervise training
• Customized Training program designed to meet a players’ needs
• Advanced technical skills training at speed
• Video analysis of individual game performance
• The psychological dimension: developing the competitive edge
• The principles of team play and systems of play
• Functional positional training
• Competitive matches
• Player evaluations
• Goalkeeper Training available
• Fun activities and social interaction
• All Elite camp staff coaches have either a USSF or a UEFA “A” or ’B’ Licenses.
• Excellent Facilities
• High Quality Grass Fields
• Swimming Pool

Who should attend?

The Elite Camp is reserved for players from age 12-18, who will be playing 11 v 11 in the Fall. They must have played on a high school team or premier travel team and be prepared to train at a high performance standard. It is important that players evaluate which program is best suited to their work ethic and needs. If you do not meet these standards, we suggest enrolling your child in our Champions Camp, which has The Academy for high school aged players, to help you attain the ability to prepare for the demanding requirements of the Elite Camp.

Elite Camp Information

Players who sign up may receive a telephone call from a senior soccer academy staff coach to learn more about you. They will ask about your current teams and ensure this is the right camp for you. They will also provide to you any additional information you may require about this out-standing Elite camp.

Elite Camp Confirmation

A confirmation will be sent to you by email. Included will be: 

• Ideas of equipment and personal requirements for the week.
• A medical form which must be completed and signed.
• Directions to the camp locations.
• Pick up arrangements from Washington Dulles or Washington Reagan Airport
• Arrival times, camp registration, opening address.

Daily Schedule This is a good guide but may vary at the discretion of the Camp Director. 7:00AM                 Wake Up 7:15-7:45AM         Breakfast 8:30-11:30AM       Morning Training - This is usuall technical and individual work 12:00-12:30PM     Lunch 1:30-3:30PM         Afternoon Training - This session builds on the morning session, into                                                                             small sided and technical work 4:00-4:30PM         Swim 5:15-5:45PM         Dinner 6:30-8:30PM         Evening Scrimmage (Age appropriate) 8:30PM                 Evening Activity/Free Time 10:00-10:30PM     Lights Out (Depending on age)

2017 Residential Dates

Champions Camps $645 ($415 Extended Day)

July 23-27              University of Mary Washington

July 30- August 3   Randolph Macon Academy

August 6-10           Randolph Macon Academy

Elite Camp  $680 ($415 Extended Day)

July 23-27              University of Mary Washington

Junior Elite Camps  $680 ($415 Extended Day)

August 6-10    Randolph Macon Academy

 Extended Day - this option suits people who live locally to the camp. It includes everything a Resident Camper gets apart from overnight stay and breakfast. The players arrive after breakfast (around 8.15am) and leave at around 8.30pm each day. The first day they come at registration with everyone else and the last day they leave at noon with everyone else.