Through the Challenger PRO & SPIRE Academy partnership, we are inviting select groups to attend our Team Camp at SPIRE. The coach of teams selected will have the opportunity to attend camp for free and take part in coaching workshops dedicated to coaching education for both domestic and international platforms. Gain a deeper understanding of systems of play and learn about tournament preparation, nutrition and player development training. This camp will also lead to identifying players for our international tours and SPIRE Academy program.

Elements of the Team Camp include:

• Morning & afternoon training sessions with technical breakdowns and responsibilities for all positions.
• Performance Training and education to emphasize the importance of nutrition and periodization.
• Evening competitions (11v11) against teams from  various parts of the country for the SPIRE Challenge Cup. Games will be coached by the team’s coaches.
• Local college coaches will be invited to watch evening games.
• Challenger PRO and SPIRE Academy staff will evaluate player for the National Future Soccer Star program.
• Awards for Player of the Week and Highest Goal Scorer.
• College Preparation and Career Planning talk.
• Opportunity to be recruited for Steven Gerrard Academy in Liverpool, UK and SPIRE Academy.

Coaches will also find value in additional elements of Team Camp, including:

• 3-day evaluation of their team.
• Coaching workshops & eduction on strength conditioning.
• Grow as a coach and increase your ability to read the game tactically.
• College recruiting education talk.
• Opportunity to be invited to our Football Association of Wales, or Irish FAC courses.

Dates of Camp:

• July 23-25, 2023

Day 1

• Boarding Camper Check-In: 12pm-2pm
• Day Camper Check-In: 2pm
• Training Session: 3pm
• Dinner: 6pm
• Game (11v11): 7pm
• Day Camper Pick-Up: 8:30pm

Day 2

• Training Session: 9am
• Lunch: 11:15am
• Performance Training: 12:30pm
• Training Session: 2pm
• SPIRE College & Career Services: 3:30pm
• Dinner: 5pm
• Game (11v11): 6:30pm
• Day Camper Pick-Up: 8:30pm

Day 3

• Training Session: 9am
• Lunch: 11:15am
• Classroom Series: 12:30pm
• Game (11v11): 2pm
• Camp Conclusion: 3:30pm

Cost of Camp:

• $425 per player boarding (includes housing and all meals)
• $295 per player non boarding (includes lunch and dinner)
• Team discounts available

Ages:

• Boys 16-19

REGISTER HERE

This is an invitation-only camp for selected players from the “Train Like a Pro” camps SPIRE hosted in Summer 2023.

This 4-day pro-style camp experience will include individualized attention to technical skill development, positioning and team tactics.  Our Performance Training Team will work with you individually to develop a training plan that will bring added strength, speed, agility and flexibility to your skill set.  Gain understanding for the importance of proper nutrition needed to fuel your body in training and recovery.

The National Elite Training Camp will expand focus on areas covered during the initial Train Like a Pro experience, including:

• Physical & Technical Training
• College & Career Planning
• Uncovering Areas of Improvement
• Mental Skills Training
• Social Media Training
• Pro Talk
• Yoga Session

Dates of Camp:

• January 2-5, 2024

Times:

• Boarding Camper Check-In: January 2, 12pm-2pm
• Day Camper Check-In: January 2, 2pm
• Day Camper Pick-Up: Daily at 4:30pm
• Camp Ends: January 5 at 2pm

Type of Camp:

• Day
• Boarding

Cost of Camp:

• Day Camper: $395
• Boarding Camper: $850

Ages:

• Boys & Girls (10-19) – invitation only

Contact [email protected] for more information

SPIRE Soccer Camps will include individual and group training, skill development, competitions and games. Some camps will also include performance and nutritional training.

Camps will be instructed by SPIRE Academy Soccer Head Coach, Sean Lane. Our camp counselors will be current and former professional, collegiate and high school players.

SPIRE Academy Soccer Camps will be designed for beginner to advanced skill levels. These experiences will contain a mix of individual fundamentals, team concepts, and games. SPIRE Elite Soccer Camps are designed for advanced to elite skill level players and will include an intensive focus on individual techniques, competition games,
performance training, and mental skills work.

• Clothing: Each camper must wear comfortable sports-appropriate clothing.
• Footwear & Sport Specific Gear: Each camper must bring cleats AND all-purpose sneakers, shin guards, and mouth guard. Sandals, clogs, or other shoes are okay for leisure time.
• Shower Essentials: Campers are responsible for providing their own grooming essentials. These essentials are to include but is not limited to soap, shampoo/conditioner, toothbrush and toothpaste, towel (s), shower shoes.
• Towels will not be provided by SPIRE. We ask you to bring your own.
• Water Bottle: Each athlete should bring his/her own water bottle. Swimmers will be able to refill throughout the day.
• Back Pack or Gym Bags: It is recommended that all campers bring their own backpack or gym bag to keep personal items together.

• Please remember to pack light for your stay. There will be no additional assistance when carrying luggage to and from dormitories during check in and check out.
• Clothing: Each camper must wear comfortable sports-appropriate clothing.
• Footwear & Sport Specific Gear: Each camper must bring cleats AND all-purpose sneakers, shin guards, and mouth guard. Sandals, clogs, or other shoes are okay for leisure time.
• Shower Essentials: Campers are responsible for providing their own grooming essentials. These essentials are to include but is not limited to soap, shampoo/conditioner, toothbrush and toothpaste, towel (s), shower shoes.
• Linens-Bedding, pillows and towels will not be provided by SPIRE. We ask you to bring your own (Bed Linen – Twin XL – Deep Pocket).
• Water Bottle: Each athlete should bring his/her own water bottle. Swimmers will be able to refill throughout the day.
• Back Pack or Gym Bags: It is recommended that all campers bring their own backpack or gym bag to keep personal items together.
• Items for Leisure Time: Various evening activities will be hosted by SPIRE. Campers can bring items such as: books, magazines, board games, playing cards, arts and crafts. It is not recommended that campers bring expensive electronics such as iPods or hand-held gaming devices. It is the athlete’s responsibility to maintain all personal belongings during their time at camp.