How to Choose a Good Youth Soccer Camp

Soccer camp is a major introduction to the sport for kids. It can also be a great way to enhance soccer skills and socialize with other players.

Instructions

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      Do your homework. Speak to other campers, parents and your child's coach. Direct your questions to the camp director or other senior staff members.

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      Check out the camp's philosophy. Is it competitive or noncompetitive? Your child may get enough competition in his or her other soccer outlet.

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      Inquire about the background of the counselors: their training, experience, age and soccer experience. The majority of counselors should be at least 18 years old and have high-level soccer playing experience.

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      Find out about the camp structure. What is the counselor-to-camper ratio? (The younger the camper, the higher the ratio should be: from 1 to 8 to 1 to 10.) Will players be grouped according to skill?

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      Ask to see a daily schedule. You want to know that there is a complete lesson plan and that the players are not just doing vague drills for hours on end.

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      Make sure there is sufficient water and other refreshments. Camps are usually held in summer, which means hot weather in many places.

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      Check that the camp fulfills general soccer safety rules, such as staking goals properly and making sure players wear shin guards.

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