MYS will be offering morning and afternoon half-day and specialty camps for Summer 2023 - full calendar of camp specific dates below.
*For MYS Summer Camps only - Register by May 1st to save $20 on each registration.
If MYS cancels a camp, fees will be refunded in part or in whole.
Week of June 19 through August 14, 2023
Half Day and Specialty Camps Available
For the 15th year, McLean Youth Soccer will be offering extensive summer soccer camps at Spring Hill Recreation Center and other fields in the McLean area. Regardless of one's level of play, summer camps provide a fun yet focused way of improving your abilities. MYS offers something for everyone from the recreational to the elite player, and we look forward to you taking advantage of our outstanding staff and programs.
Back by popular demand, MYS will again host Specialty Camps in partnership with ECNL Boys and Girls and Coerver. Players wishing to participate in the Coerver Camps must register directly with Coerver by clicking HERE.
McLean Youth Soccer strives to make soccer a pleasant, safe and rewarding experience for soccer players on and off the field. The club has a firm belief in the value of sports at the competitive level in promoting the physical, mental and social well-being of dedicated soccer players. Our summer program will provide the best learning environment, social, and competitive training opportunity for players at every level because it is conducted by what has been widely recognized as the finest professional coaching staff in Northern Virginia.
Ages and Calendar
MYS offers camp programs for players ages 7 through 14 featuring age appropriate training of soccer skills in a fun environment. We operate under the philosophy that the game of soccer is the best teacher when played in an enjoyable setting. Coaches will enhance the learning process by providing campers the choice of activities, lots of encouragement, and a light touch on teaching new skills.
You do not need to be a member of MYS to attend. New members will need to create an account when registering.
MYS Camp Program Registration fees are non-refundable.
| DATES | MYS Camp - Half Day A.M. Sessions | MYS Camp - Half Day P.M. Sessions | Specialty Camp Offered |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 19 | Yes | Yes | Coerver |
| June 26 | Yes | Yes | |
| July 3 | NO CAMPS | NO CAMPS | NO CAMPS |
| July 10 | Yes | No | ECNL Boys Camp (PM only) |
| July 17 | Yes | No | ECNL Girls Camp (PM Only) |
| July 24 | Yes | No | Minions Camp - Girls Kick 'N Code |
| July 31 | No | No | Coerver Kick 'N Code |
| August 7 | Yes | YES | GK & Finishing Camp Minions Camp - Boys Kick 'N Code |
| August 14 | Yes | No | Kick 'N Code |
MYS Summer Camp Offerings
MYS Summer Camp
Ages 7-14/Birth Years 2016-2009
Times: Half Day options ONLY from 9 am-12 pm OR 1-4 pm
Fee: $300 *Early Bird $280 through May 1st
Location: Spring Hill Recreation Center Fields 2 & 3
- Focuses on developing the fundamental skills of soccer and principles of team play.
- Teaches foundational skills: dribbling, ball control, turning, shooting, passing.
- Varies each day's activities to include fun and challenging games.
- Develops coordination, physical skills, social interaction.
- Develops technical skills and tactical knowledge of the game.
- Builds advanced foot and upper body skills - emphasizing creativity to beat an opponent.
- Teaches advanced shooting, shielding and receiving techniques.
Speciality Camp Offerings
Minions Camp
- 5:00-6:30 pm U8-U10 (2016, 2015, 2014 birth years)
- 6:45-8:15 pm U11-U12 (2013, 2012 birth years)
- 5:00-6:30 pm U8-U10 (2016, 2015, 2014 birth years)
- 6:45-8:15 pm U11-U12 (2013, 2012 birth years)
**Maximum of 48 players per session.
U8-U10 7v7 Focus:
- Technical: Ball Control, Dribbling, Passing & Shooting Techniques
- Tactical: Teaching the 7v7 game emphasizing (1-3-2-1, 1-2-3-1) systems
- Teaching will be focused on 2v2 and 3v3 small-sided games
- Other Activities over the 4 days:
- Monday - Crossing & finishing
- Tuesday - Building from the back (using the Build out line)
- Wednesday - Pressing from the build out line
- Thursday - Corner kicks, throw-ins, goal kicks
U11-U12 9v9 Focus:
- Technical: Ball control, dribbling, passing & shooting techniques
- Tactical: Teaching the 9v9 game emphasizing (1-3-4-1, 1-2-4-2) systems
- Teaching will be focused on 4v3 and 5v4 small sided games & rondos
- Other Activities over the 4 days:
- Monday - Crossing & finishing
- Tuesday - Building from the back (using GK & 2 defenders & 3 defenders)
- Wednesday - Pressing with attackers to win the ball in opposing team's defensive third
- Thursday - Working on the width of field
GOALKEEPING & FINISHING CAMP
Dates: August 7-10 **4 day camp
Times:
- 5:30-6:30 PM Ages U9-U12
- 7:00-8:00 PM Ages U13-U15
Fee: $225
Location: Spring Hill Recreation #5
**Registration maximum 48
This camp is designed and run by MYS Goalkeeping Director, John Szaro, and is for players of all levels who are serious about improving their ability to help win games for their team. The camp program will focus on developing each goalkeeper’s technical, tactical and physical component of the game. And will focus on teaching the proper techniques of shooting and effective ways to finish, teaching players to understand the difference between shooting and finishing. Players will learn how to implement the proper shooting techniques in game-like scenarios, thus enabling players to improve their ability to score at a high rate.
ECNL Boys Camps
Dates: July 10-13 **4 day camp**
Location: TBD
Times and Locations:
- U9-U12 TBD
- U13-U14 TBD
- College Camp (For uncommitted high school aged players) TBD
FEE: $275
CHECK IN: Staff will be available for check-in starting 30 minutes before the start of each camp.
**Maximum 150 players**
ECNL Girls Camps
Dates: July 17-20 **4 day camp**
Times and Locations by birth year:
- U9-12 TBD
- U13-U14 TBD
- College Camp (For uncommitted high school aged players U15+) TBD
FEE: $275
CHECK IN: Staff will be available for check-in 30 minutes before the start of each camp.
Coerver Camps
McLean Youth Soccer partners with Coerver Camps to host 3 special and distinct camps during the weeks of June 19-23 and July 31-August 4. Please review details and register directly through the Coerver website by clicking HERE.
Performance Academy for ages 5-13 ($240) 9am-12pm
Performance Academy & Scoring Goals for ages 6-13 ($375) 9am-3pm
Center of Excellence for ages 10-14 ($375) 9am-3pm
Kick 'N Code Camps - NEW
McLean Youth Soccer is proud to announce this NEW Full Day Summer Camp in conjunction with theCoderSchool! This is a full day camp that blends together an action-packed morning of soccer and an exciting afternoon of educational coding. The full day experience runs from 9am-4pm. The camp is for children ages 6-12 years.
Campers will need to be dropped off each morning at the Police Field (Government Center, Balls Hill Road) to KICK off a morning of soccer training and fun.
Campers will then be transported to theCoderSchool in McLean for an afternoon spent learning coding skills and will CODE the day away until 4 pm.
Transportation to theCoderSchool will be provided, but campers must be picked up at the school by a parent or guardian promptly at 4pm.
**Spots for this cool coding camp are limited to 12 players per session– register early!
Daily Schedule:
| 9:00am-9:10am | Drop off at Police Field, 1437 Balls Hill Road, McLean | |
| 9:15am-10:30am | Skill of the Day (dribbling, passing, shooting, etc.) | |
| 10:30am-11:15am | World Cup Tournament | |
| 12:00pm-12:30pm | Lunch/Snacks (provided by parent) | |
| 12:45pm | Transportation to theCoderSchool | |
| 1:00pm-4:00pm | theCoderSchool "Theme of the Day" | |
| 4:00pm | Pickup at theCoderSchool, 1320 Old Chain Bridge Rd, McLean |
Dates & Ages:
Ages 10-12: July 24-28 and August 7-11
Ages 6-9: July 31-August 4 and August 14-18
Themes:
Ages 6-9: Game Developer Camp (Scratch)
Ages 10-12: Minecraft, Intro to Python and JavaScript, Scratch
Fees:
$490 (includes transportation)
What to Bring/Wear:
- Soccer shoes
- Indoor shoes
- Soccer ball
- Shin guards
- Packed lunch/snack
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
Registration:
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Each session is capped, so individuals interested in participating should enroll as early as possible. Registration can be completed by selecting 2023 Summer Kick N' Code Camp in your PlayMetrics account.
For more information on McLean Youth Soccer camps, please contact Programs Director Jamil Faryadi at jamil.faryadi@mcleansoccer.org.