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