All camps are open to players of all skill levels; however, some camps may be more challenging depending on the players’ experience level.
Recreation Level camps are designed for entry-level players, younger players or those who are just beginning their soccer journey, emphasizing fundamental skills, basic game understanding, and building confidence in a fun, supportive environment. The multi-camp discount does not apply to Recreation Elite camps.
In contrast, the Skills Topic camps are specifically structured to improve a player’s technical abilities, with targeted instruction on areas such as ball control, passing, shooting, and movement.
Position Specific camps are better suited for players who already have some playing experience, as they focus on the unique demands and advanced concepts of specific roles on the field.
Please contact camps@charlottesocceracademy.com if you have any questions.
Recreational Level Camps
The Recreation Level Camps are open to all players between the ages of 5 and 13 that are currently playing at a recreation level or are interested in trying soccer for the very first time. Players will be grouped according to age and ability and go through a series of stations focusing on a technique for each day. The camp will make players more comfortable and confident on the ball with various games and competitions throughout the week. Prizes will be awarded to camp winners and MVPs. These camps are Monday through Thursday, with some morning and evening options.
Skills Topic Camps
Ball Mastery Camps
These camps are designed to make a player comfortable and confident on the ball. These camps will make your touch, control, coordination and speed improve both on and off the ball. You will be fitter, faster and more effective on the ball. The camp is designed to help you be more efficient in 1 v 1 situations with the various moves, fakes and feints you will learn. We will make you more creative when taking a player on. We will have various “skills of the day” competitions and prizes for the winners.
BMW Sports Elite Camp
All levels of players are welcome. BMW Sports specifically invites 5-year-olds in an effort to instill the passion and love of the beautiful game of soccer. Players will be grouped according to their age and ability in order to provide a competitive environment. Players with the goal of transitioning from Recreational level soccer are also encouraged to attend. Players already at elite levels of competitive soccer encouraging younger / less experienced players creates peer excitement and encouragement resulting in a dynamic learning environment. This camp is designed to improve a player’s technical ability and comfort on the ball.
Elite Youth Camp
The Elite Youth Soccer camp focuses on player development in all aspects of the game. Players will be provided with an encouraging learning environment that integrates physical and mental challenges to help players grow in the game of soccer. The Elite Youth Camp will focus on improving each players individual skill level and confidence in a developmentally appropriate setting. The camp focuses on building each players technical skills (dribbling, passing and defending and finishing) and providing fun and engaging small-sided games and activities to allow players to practice the skills they are learning in a competitive setting.
Dynamic Speed and Agility Camp is designed to enhance the players’ speed, agility, running mechanics (technique) and explosive power through dynamic workouts, plyometric workouts, core training and explosion workouts. Players will be grouped by age and ability going through specific speed workouts that apply directly to game related scenarios. Players will see gains in overall speed, acceleration, reaction time, foot speed, and recovery time. There is no doubt that SPEED WINS. Don’t be left behind! This camp is staffed by Architech Sports Performance personnel. It is not intended as a soccer skills camp.
Technical and Tactical Camp
This camp is designed for those looking to develop their technical and tactical abilities. Each day players will work to develop the technical skills necessary to be successful in all facets of the game including individual skills, finishing and defending. The camp is also designed to coincide the technical skills with tactical training sessions that can help players better understand their roles on the soccer field. Players will be divided into age and skill-appropriate training groups. The camp will help develop the full range of skills and knowledge needed to be successful on the soccer field.
Position Specific Camps
Goalkeeping and Striker Camp
The Goalkeeping and Strikers Camp caters to all goalkeepers from beginners to advanced. Campers will go through five days of detailed curriculum, including shot stopping, basic handling, angle play, crosses/high balls, and distribution. Campers will also play small, sided games each day, implementing these skills into game-type situations. Strikers attending the camp will learn the core techniques of striking the ball better from various distances from the goal and various angles. We will make you a more proficient finisher and goal scorer with the various sessions incorporated through the week.
Becoming a Better Defender and Midfielder Camp
This camp is designed to be position specific to help defenders and midfielders become more proficient in their chosen position. We will help defenders be stronger in 1 v 1 situations, more comfortable on the ball, and more technically sound working on their distribution playing out of the back. Midfielders will work on being more creative on the ball and, like the defenders, work on their techniques with various passing and receiving sessions. This camp will help develop the full range of skills needed to be a standout/creative midfield player.
