SUMMER CAMPS & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
NSFC Summer Camps are designed to provide players with a fun, engaging, and development-focused soccer experience throughout the summer months. Each camp is structured around age-appropriate training, skill progression, and confidence building while creating a positive environment where players can continue to grow their love for the game.
Our camp structure allows players to develop technical skills, improve game awareness, and stay active during the offseason while learning from experienced NSFC coaches and trainers. Sessions are organized by age and skill level to ensure players receive instruction and activities that best support their stage of development.
Camps are normally -
- 4-5 weeks in length
- 1x per week
- 60-75 minute session
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INTRODUCTORY CAMP: AGES 4 - 6
DATES: 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20
TIME: 5:30 - 6:45PM
LOCATION: Sunset Park, Lake in the Hills
COST: $100.00
The Introductory Camp is designed for young players who are new to soccer or beginning to explore the game in a structured environment. This program focuses on building comfort with the ball while developing coordination, balance, movement skills, and confidence through fun and engaging activities.
Players will participate in age-appropriate games and exercises that introduce basic soccer concepts such as dribbling, kicking, stopping the ball, and teamwork. The primary goal is to create a positive first soccer experience where players remain active, encouraged, and excited to return each week.
PROGRAM FOCUS
- Fun-first introduction to soccer
- Basic coordination and motor-skill development
- Dribbling, kicking, and ball familiarity
- Listening skills and following instruction
- Confidence building and teamwork
wHAT TO EXPECT
- High-energy sessions focused on participation and enjoyment
- Small-sided activities and games
- No emphasis on standings or competition
- Supportive coaching environment designed for young players
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
- Weekly camp sessions
- Skill-based activities and mini games
- Light scrimmage-style play introduced gradually
- Led by NSFC coaches using age-appropriate instruction
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SKILL BUILDING CAMP: AGES 7 - 9
DATES: 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21
TIME: 5:30 - 6:45PM
LOCATION: Sunset Park, Lake in the Hills
COST: $105.00
The Skill Building Camp is designed for players ready to further develop their technical foundation while continuing to grow their understanding of the game. Sessions focus on improving individual ball control, passing, dribbling, shooting, and movement both on and off the ball.
Players will participate in structured drills, small-sided games, and fun competitive activities that reinforce technical development in a positive learning environment. Coaches will emphasize proper technique, sportsmanship, teamwork, and decision-making while helping players build confidence on the field.
PROGRAM FOCUS
- Ball control and dribbling techniques
- Passing and receiving fundamentals
- Introduction to shooting and finishing
- Agility, coordination, and movement
- Teamwork and game awareness
wHAT TO EXPECT
- Fast-paced and engaging training sessions
- Skill repetition through fun competitive activities
- Small-sided scrimmages and game scenarios
- Encouragement of creativity and confidence with the ball
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
- Weekly camp sessions
- Technical skill training and small-group activities
- Small-sided gameplay and scrimmages
- Instruction provided by NSFC coaches and trainers
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Developmental CAMP: AGES 10-12
DATES: 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22
TIME: 5:30 - 6:45PM
LOCATION: Sunset Park, Lake in the Hills
COST: $110.00
The Developmental Camp is designed for players looking to continue advancing their technical abilities while improving overall game understanding. Sessions focus on strengthening core soccer skills while introducing more advanced concepts such as positioning, movement off the ball, combination play, and decision-making under pressure.
Players will train in a structured and challenging environment that promotes individual growth, teamwork, and confidence. Coaches will work to help players develop stronger technical consistency while preparing them for higher levels of recreational or competitive play.
PROGRAM FOCUS
- Advanced ball control and passing techniques
- Shooting, finishing, and first-touch development
- Positioning and movement off the ball
- Game awareness and decision-making
- Confidence in competitive situations
wHAT TO EXPECT
- Higher-paced training sessions with increased technical focus
- Small-group drills and tactical exercises
- Competitive small-sided games and scrimmages
- Instruction focused on player growth and development
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
- Weekly camp sessions
- Technical and tactical training activities
- Conditioning through game-based play
- Structured scrimmages and situational training
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Advanced skills/high school prep CAMP: AGES 13-15
DATES: 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23
TIME: 5:30 - 6:45PM
LOCATION: Sunset Park, Lake in the Hills
COST: $125.00
The Advanced Skills / High School Prep Camp is designed for older players preparing for higher levels of competitive play, including middle school, high school, and travel soccer environments. Sessions are built to challenge players technically, physically, and mentally while helping them refine advanced soccer skills and improve overall game performance.
Training will focus on technical consistency, speed of play, positional awareness, tactical decision-making, conditioning, and leadership on the field. Players will participate in advanced drills, situational gameplay, and competitive scrimmages that mirror higher-level match environments.
PROGRAM FOCUS
- Advanced technical skill development
- Speed of play and decision-making
- Position-specific movement and awareness
- Conditioning and game fitness
- Leadership, communication, and confidence
wHAT TO EXPECT
- Competitive and high-tempo training sessions
- Advanced drills and tactical instruction
- Small-sided and full-field game scenarios
- Preparation for competitive and school soccer environments
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
- Weekly camp sessions
- Technical, tactical, and conditioning-focused activities
- Competitive scrimmages and situational gameplay
- Led by experienced NSFC coaches and trainers