What is Soccer Camps International?

Soccer Camps International serves as a consultant and intermediary between you and various independently owned and operated soccer camps located in Europe.

Why Soccer Camps International?

Soccer Camps International visits many Sports Camps each year to meet the staff and operators of the soccer Camps, inspect the accommodations and menus, review the sports programs, and gain knowledge of the various offerings. Soccer Camps International consulting services are to assist you in determining which soccer Camp has the program offerings you are interested in and to assist you with the soccer Camp registration. Because of the high volume of bookings made at the camps every year, we have the best relationship with all soccer camps managers and administrators.

When do I need to arrive at my camp session?

You will need to arrive on the day your camp session starts (see flight arrival and departure restriction under airport transfer for each camp on our website) and leave on the last day of your camp session.

What payment options do I have?

Soccer Camps International accepts bank wire funds and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover). All payments must be made to Soccer Camps International. All balances are required to be paid in full prior to arrival at the camp

Is airfare included in the price of the camp?

No, each camp include the land portion only.

What do I do with my money and important documents (e.g. passport, plane tickets, etc.)?

Soccer Camps International recommends that all students leave all valuables and sentimental items at home. Items may be brought to the camps with the understanding that the camps are not responsible for any loss, theft or damage of any student's property. All money and valuable are recommended to be deposited into the student bank upon check-in (check with the camp staff on the first day if available). All airplane tickets, passports and other important documents are also recommended to be turned in at check-in.

Do I need a Visa and what type of visa do I require?

IMPORTANT: You are responsible to have all of your travel documents valid (passport). Based on your nationality, you will need to check if a visa is needed for the country where your camp is located (contact the appropriate consulate office for entry requirements and visa requirements), plan ahead as visa application can be a long process. Players who require a visa need to apply for a child visitor category visa.

What should players bring?

The items listed below are just suggestions and are based on a one-week stay at any camps. Students staying multiple weeks will need to adjust this list to accommodate their stay. PLEASE MARK ALL CLOTHING WITH THE STUDENT'S NAME. Camps are not responsible for any lost or stolen articles or clothing. We recommend not bringing any expensive or unnecessary items to a camp. A list of suggested items for the camps will be provided to you a couple of months before camp start.

Suggested list of items:

• water bottle
• sunscreen / body lotion
• 3-4 pairs of training shorts
• running shoes
• personal toiletries
• 4-5 pairs of socks
• swimsuit
• 4-5 training shirts
• beach towel / bath towel
• lightweight jacket
• hat or visor
• a sports bag
• a pair of "used" soccer shoes (molded cleats only)
• shin guards
• a pair of sandals
• a lock
• Wet weather clothing!!

Do you provide transportation to and from the area airports?

All the camps can make arrangements to pick you up at the nearest major airport, please request this service when you make your registration. Details are available for each camp on our website.

Can I leave the campuses?

At no time are all campers allowed to leave the campus premises either by walking or vehicle. Students who wish to leave campus must be properly authorized, signed in and out, and have written permission.

What is the ratio of staff to campers?

It varies from camp to camp but on average approximately 1:10-15.

If I haven’t mailed in my final payment, medical form and/or my player profile, can I bring it to camp with me?

You may bring your medical form to the camp with you (France and Italy only). On the other hand, all payments must be made in full prior to check-in on opening day of camp and registration forms need to be submitted at the same time. Campers will not be permitted to check-in if payment has not already been made in full.

What happens if I have to cancel at the last minute?

Please see Soccer Camps International and specific camps Refund and Cancellation Policy on our Registration web page.

Is there a registration deadline? Do camps sell-out? Is there a waiting list?

There is no deadline for submitting an application to a camp. However camps are very popular and will sell-out, so when you determine what camp is best for you, it is always a good idea to get your application in as soon as possible, space is on first come first served basis. On average, by mid to end of May most of the camps are close to a sell out.

Can parents visit their children and watch field sessions during camps?

Parents are invited to visit their campers at any time during a camp session (some camps have special times for visiting). Parents are required to check in and out with the Camp Director. Friends of campers are not permitted on campus at any time unless accompanied by a camper’s parents. (Some England and Spain camps do not allow parents during sessions, check the camp FAQ information)

What happens if there is bad weather?

Camps will train in rain and inclement weather at the discretion of the Camp Director. Camp Directors will make every effort to reschedule missed sessions.

What if I wear eyeglasses?

All campers that wear eyeglasses are required to wear protective sport goggles during every session.

How are the students grouped during training?

The students are grouped according to ability and age. When the students first arrive at camp they will be placed into a group consisting of other students of the same age within the program. From there the staff will evaluate the talent of each individual over the first 2 training sessions and adjust the groups according to ability.

Do the students receive an evaluation?

Each student will receive an honest written evaluation from their staff coach (for most camps) with each area covered by the curriculum from the week.

How old do the students need to be?

Each camp has a different age requirement, please check your camp information accordingly.

Can students show up late for camp?

The beginning of each camp is very important. Campers go through registration, room assignments, meet the staff, and conduct the general camp orientation, all that before they even step on the field before the first session. The first two training session also serve as ability evaluations and determine grouping for the rest of the program. However, if a student will not be able to make the beginning of camp please call us and the camp ahead of time to let us now that he will be late. There are no refunds or partial refunds for late arrival to all camp.

Do I have to buy a Camp Soccer Ball?

Soccer Balls are provided by all the camps.

How can students be contacted at camp?

Once you make your booking, you will be given at least one month prior to the camp starts, an emergency telephone number for the camp and also the administration number to leave a message for your child.

Can students from outside the US attend camp?

Camps are open to everyone. In France, Spain and Italy, all camps are taught in French, Spanish and Italian only but Coaches/educators speak some English and a few campers come from countries from all over the world.

Can I switch to another camp after I have already applied?

Yes you can but you will have to pay the cancellation penalty of the initial camp. The only way to avoid a penalty is to extend your stay at the camp you are registered for (if the additional session you request is available).

How long is the camp?

Camp length varies, you can start from a 5 days camp to a week camp, maximum stay for camps is 2 weeks as camps can be physically demanding. Some camps have 2 weeks minimum sessions only. Each camp has a different start day.

Do Camps have a refund policy?

Each camp has a different refund policy, check the terms and conditions of the camp once you apply for reservation.

How do I apply?

You need to fill out an application to begin the registration process. You can either sign up Online or on paper. For paper forms, once you filled out the forms you can fax them (fax only the forms you wrote on) to us in the USA at the following number: 00-1-650-324-9849 or you can mail them to us. The registration process will only start when we receive your information. At that point you will get an email confirmation within 2 to 3 days. The most popular registration process is online

Do I get more details about my camp (what to bring, contact, direction etc.)?

We will email you a Welcome packet with the latest information regarding your camp a couple of months before your camp starts.

What is the typical day at camp like (each camp have a different schedule, this is just an example)?

• 7:45: Wake up - Breakfast
• 9:00: Field - Specific Work
• 11:30: Lunch - Rest
• 15:00: Field - Specific Work
• 16:30: Snack break
• 17:00: Tournament
• 19:00: Dinner
• 20:30: Activity night
• 22:00: Bed time

What is covered in the curriculum?

The curriculum of the camps have been designed to cover all aspects of the position whether you are a Goalkeeper or a Field Player.

What is the average size of enrollment at a camp?

Each camp varies from 30 to 250 children per sessions.

Do you have any camps outside of the summer months?

Some of the camps have sessions during winter break (February) and Easter break (April), in France, Spain and England only. For groups and teams, we can make all year long request to some of the camps you are interested in.

How are the students supervised when they are not on the fields?

All staff stay on campus during the entire time the programs are in session. The staff at most of the camps will be eating in the same cafeteria and will also be sleeping in the same dorms as the participants. If there is a problem, a Staff member is always easily accessible.

How much money should I bring?

Students do not have to bring any money, however things that you might want to use money for are: to buy telephone cards for pay-phones, camp store, weekend excursions entrance fees, pro soccer games (if available during you sessions), coin operated laundry machines, snacks or souvenirs, airlines baggage fees.

How can I request a roommate?

We will attempt to honor any roommate request if the camp is able to do so. Both students must request each other and only each other for us to be able to honor that roommate request. We will then transmit the information to the camp so they can do their best to accommodate your request. Please remind the person at Check-in that you have a roommate request.

How many students stay in each room?

It depends on the camp, it could go from 1 to 8 per room to full dormitories of 10 or more.

How are the boys and girls housed at camp?

For camps where boys and girls are admitted, there are separate dorms or floors for the boys and girls at a camp. The boys dorm area is off limits to the girls and vice versa.

Are the rooms air-conditioned?

No (for most of the camps).

What are the directions to the camp?

After registration, a couple of months before camp start, you will receive an email with all you camp information.

How long has Soccer Camps International been selling already established sports camps?

We started our soccer consulting company in 1999.

Can I get some info in the mail about the camps you offer?

We don't have any brochures and we feel that you will get the most updated information faster on our website or by email.

Do students need a medical form?

Every student needs to have a completed medical form signed by a licensed physician to be able to participate at the camp in Spain (Barcelona July session only), France and Italy. The medical form must have the parents signature, insurance information, immunization history, and physicians signature to be valid.

Can I bring a medical form with me to camp?

You always want to bring the medical form with you to the camp (required in Spain (Barcelona July session only) France and Italy). For the camps in Spain (Barcelona July session only) France and Italy, if you show up at camp without a fully-completed medical form, the student will not be able to participate in any camp activities until the medical form is supplied.

What if a student does not have medical insurance?

Every student must have some form of medical insurance if they are going to participate at a camp. The main reason is if that student needs emergency medical attention, most hospitals will only give the student the necessary attention if the student has medical insurance or a payment on site will need to be provided. We strongly recommend for a student not to participate at a camp without valid medical insurance to insure the student's safety. If the student does not have any insurance, you can purchase as little as a one week coverage plan from your local insurer or you can look for an insurance broker of your choice, you can even check our website for information about travel, medical and cancellation insurances: (Soccer Camps International Camps Insurance) .

What happens if a student is seriously injured?

For every emergency including serious injury, the camp will bring the participant to the local hospital near each camp site. Students are transported to a designated local hospital. A camp Staff member will accompany the student to the hospital and will contact the Parents immediately.