Academy Philosophy
We are committed to training players between the ages of 6-18 in the technical, tactical and athletic aspects of soccer. Players will be exposed to an experience of intense game situations that will help them develop the skill and confidence required to succeed at every level. Each day campers will take part in at least two matches (small-sided and full) that supplement focused training sessions. The staff blends together a wealth of teaching and playing experience that can be matched by few other camps and is dedicated to enthusiastically making better players of all campers.

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Tuition
Tuition is $300 per week of camp if paid in full by May 1. The tuition for campers that register after May 1, is $325. Payment is due two weeks prior to camp. Please make checks payable to the NYC Soccer Academy and include your child’s name on all checks. After registration there is a $25 Cancellation Fee if your child cannot attend camp.
Once we have accepted your application, we will send you a NYC Physical Examination form. The Form must be filled out, signed by a parent/guardian and a doctor and returned.

Once we have accepted your application, we will send you a NYC Physical Examination form. The Form must be filled out, signed by a parent/guardian and a doctor and returned. Campers will not be able to participate without a completed medical form on file. The medical form is also available on our website (www.nycsocceracademy.com).

Click here for the medical form.

Tuition Includes
At NYC Soccer Academy players receive expert instruction from accomplished, experienced NCAA Division I coaches and student athletes. Campers are also able to develop their techniques and skills by using the world-class athletic facilities at the Baker Field Athletics Complex. Each camper who attends NYC Soccer Academy receives an official camp T-shirt and additional prizes throughout the week. Supplemental insurance coverage for each child is also included in the cost.

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Facilities
The NYC Soccer Academy will be held at Columbia University’s Baker Field Athletics Complex, located at the northern tip of Manhattan at 218th Street & Broadway. Facilities include: the Columbia Soccer Stadium, which is one of the largest soccer-only facilities in the nation with seating for 3,500 people; the Lawrence A. Wien Stadium, which is a 17,000 seat facility featuring an Astroturf XL state-of-the-art surface; Chrystie Field House and practice fields.

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Transportation
Campers must provide their own transportation to (9am) and from (3pm, 12 noon on Fridays) camp. A shuttle bus is available from Columbia University to the Baker Field Athletics Complex for an additional fee of $80 on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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Directions Or use the form to the right for the best route from your location. From Manhattan and New Jersey: Take the Henry Hudson Parkway (West Side Highway) north to Dyckman Street exit. Proceed east to Broadway (first major intersection). Turn left on Broadway, and go 20 blocks to 218th Street. Turn left at 218th. Baker Field is immediately on the right. From Westchester: Take the N.Y. Thruway (I-87) South (becomes Major Deegan Expressway in New York) Exit at Fordham Rd. (207th Street) and turn right, going five blocks to Broadway. Make a right on Broadway and proceed to 218th Street. Turn left at 218th Street. Baker Field is immediately on the right.

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Further Information
Contact Kevin McCarthy, Head Women’s Soccer Coach,
319 Dodge Fitness Center, Columbia University,
New York, NY 10027
(Telephone # 212 502-3451).

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