Soccer camps are wildly popular all throughout the United States, and there are plenty of ways for kids to jump in and hone their skills both near home and overnight at a destination camp. Summer is a great time to focus on a new sport, or to sharpen up their game before team tryouts for the year.

Philadelphia Region

Lavner Camps offers soccer as well as other sports camps.  They recently recruited Gordon Reid, a native of Glasgow, Scotland, as soccer director.  There are many locations offered, as well as full or half day options.

Universal Soccer Academy Camps is a small but prestigious soccer school. Recognized internationally, it is considered one of the best soccer academies in the USA. These camps are specifically designed for enthusiastic young soccer players, and provide an environment that allows campers to improve their entire game.

Greenhill Day Camp – Many parents appreciate this camp’s option of signing up for only one week at a time, so both money and summer scheduling is saved. Campers enjoy a wide range of activities, which includes soccer play. Free after camp care is available.

Lehigh University Sports Camps – Each summer, those local to the Bethlehem, PA region come to Lehigh University to enjoy one of over 45 different camps designed for everyone from beginners to those considered to be pros. Camps available for preschoolers through high school.

Summerside on the Hill Summer Camps – Also in Philiadelpha, preschoolers through high school students enjoy  the Blue Devils Soccer Camp and other great options. Camps vary in length, duration and focus so there is truly something for everyone.

Penn Charter Summer Camps – Penn Charter offers opportunities for those aged three to 15. Children from all over the Philadelphia area can come enjoy a 7-week sports camp that will cover 8 sports including soccer.

Union Soccer Schools – Known as the official summer camp of the Philadelphia Union soccer team, these week-long day camps are designed for kids aged 6-14. Your kids will learn directly from Union players and coaches, and various discounts are available. They have multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania.

If your child has expressed interest in learning a new sport or if you believe they just need to get more active this year, then soccer camps are a great place to start.