Flagstaff, Arizona is quite simply the best location in Arizona to run residential soccer camps during the summer time. Situated at 7000 feet and surrounded by the snow-capped San Francisco Peaks, the campus of Northern Arizona University is the perfect setting for non-stop soccer. It is a secure, safe environment and the low temperatures and cool breezes allow for two practices and evening scrimmages every day. The soccer facilities that we use are state of the art as the University recently completed a multi – million dollar lighted turf field project that we use every day. In Arizona there is only one place to play soccer during the hot summer months!
The soccer experience that we create is beyond compare, yet we try just as hard to create the camp experience that will last forever. From the ‘crossbar challenge’ to the Thursday ‘talent night’ we encourage laughter, fun and enjoyment. Many players return to Flagstaff year after year and many lasting friendships have been formed at our camps. We have the highest camper return rate of any soccer camp in Arizona.
All of the residential campers are housed on campus, play on campus and eat 3 meals per day on campus. The players are with the coaches and counselors 24 hours a day both on the field, in the cafeteria and in the dorms. All of the players must adhere to a strict schedule and a night time curfew. Both the English Soccer Experience and NAU make supervision and safety the highest priority.
The English Soccer Experience coaching staff is a dynamic mix of English coaches and US based professionals that we feel make us the premier soccer camp in Arizona. Coaches are selected based upon coaching ability, playing ability and more importantly their ability to relate to players and make their residential experiences unforgettable. All of the English Soccer Experience coaches are on campus 24 hours a day, coaching, supervising, playing and creating memorable moments.
| Summer Dates 2012 |
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| June 10-16 | June 17-23 | June 24-30 | July 15-21 |
| 2012 Camp Prices |
| Available Programs | Prices |
The Half Week Camp starts on Sunday and ends on Weds afternoon. This option is intended for players who cannot make the commitment to attend a full week. It is also a great way for younger players or players who will be away from home for the first time, to get a taste of the residential camp experience without having to commit to 5 or 6 nights. The training program and daily schedule are exactly the same as the Select and Pro programs. Add Pro Shooting to this program for an additional $40.
The Select Program starts on Sunday and finishes on Friday afternoon. This camp is intended for players who are more comfortable with a 5 day camp rather than a 6 day camp. The training and daily schedule are exactly the same as the Pro Program. Add Pro Shooting to this program for an additional $60.
The Pro Program starts on Sunday and finishes on Saturday lunchtime. This program is for players who prefer the demands that a 6 day camp bring. The training and daily schedule are exactly the same as the Select Program, the only difference is the extra day of training. The final Saturday is usually a very lively day of shooting and scrimmaging that returning players really look forward to.
The Pro Shooting and the Pro GK programs are for serious soccer players who demand a little more from their soccer experiences. All of the players that sign up for these programs start their day earlier, participating in specialized shooting and GK training.
Pro Shooting: this specialized course of instruction covers everything a player needs to know about shooting and finishing. It is an intense but enjoyable program that all players will benefit from, irrespective of the position that they play. Topics covered: power shooting, 1 v 1s, finishing from crosses, angled shooting, volleys, side volleys and half volleys. This is our most popular program.
GK Program: The goalkeeping position is the most specialized in soccer and therefore, requires specialized instruction. Our GKs receive individual instruction on a daily basis. Areas covered include footwork, shotstopping, positioning and cross taking.
Day Campers are welcome. They play in the morning, have lunch and play in the afternoon. There are 2 choices: the Select Day (5 days) or the Pro day (6 days).
Personal Training is extremely popular and is again available at our residential camps. 1-on-1 instruction is by far the quickest way to accelerate a players development. Sessions are tailor made to meet the unique needs of every player. If a parent has requested a private lesson, that player is evaluated, then taken to one side to receive one hour of instruction based upon the evaluation. The cost is $50 for one, $90 for two and $120 for three.
Players are put two to a room so we advise signing up with a friend. All roommate requests will be fulfilled assuming the requests are mutual. Discounts will be given for multiple player sign ups.
Camp Discounts: If 2-4 players sign up together it is $20 per person. If 5 -10 players sign up together it is $30 per person. For 11 or more players please contact Mark Lowe – mark@englishsoccer.com
Every player that attends camp receives an English Soccer Experience T-shirt and a copy of the English Soccer Experience Player Handbook.
Our residential camps always fill up so early registration is advised.
For information on our payment plans please contact Mark Lowe: mark@englishsoccer.com
