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.  Our staff blends together a wealth of teaching and playing experience that can be matched by few other camps.  We are dedicated to enthusiastically making better players of all campers.

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Tuition
Tuition is $350 per week of camp if paid in full by May 1. The tuition for campers that register after May 1 is $375.  Payment is due two weeks prior to camp. Please make checks payable to the NYC Soccer Academy and include your child’s name and camp weeks on all checks.  After registration there is a $50 Cancellation Fee if your child cannot attend camp.

The following forms must be completed and returned to us before the start of camp:

• New York City Physical Examination form

• NYC Soccer Academy Departure/Release form

Please note that the Physical Examination form must be filled out and signed by both a parent/guardian AND your child’s physician. Campers will not be able to participate without a completed medical form on file.

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 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 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; Wien Stadium Inner Concourse and practice fields.

Transportation
Campers must provide their own transportation to and from camp.  A shuttle bus is available from Columbia University to the Baker Athletics Complex for an additional fee of $90 on a first-come, first-serve basis. The bus leaves from 116th and Amsterdam at 8:30 AM and returns to the same location at approximately 3:30 PM (Mondays – Thursdays) and 12:30 PM (Fridays).

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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.  The Baker Athletics Complex 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.  The Baker Athletics Complex is immediately on the rightt.

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Further Information
Contact Kevin McCarthy, Head Women’s Soccer Coach,
319 Dodge Fitness Center, Columbia University,
New York, NY 10027
845-548-7621

email: nycsocceracademy@gmail.com

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