Question 1

Who is on your Youth Camp Coaching Staff?

Accepted Answer

Our Youth Camp staff is comprised of the current Columbia Women’s & Men’s Coaching staff, other college and club coaches. We will also have current and former collegiate Columbia soccer players who will support the coaching staff as counselors and act as great role models for younger players.

See our STAFF PAGE, to learn more about our coaches.

Question 2

What is the camp schedule?

Accepted Answer

Below is a tentative daily schedule, subject to change:

8:45am - Check in 
9:00am - Small - Sided Games
9:30am - Ball Mastery & Technical Skills, 1v1 Games
10:15am- Theme of the Day
11:00am - Tournament 
11:45am - Lunch
12:45pm - Street Soccer / Coaches Challenge / Games
1:45pm - Soccer Talk Break
2:15pm - Games * 7v7, 9v9, 11 v 11
3:15pm - Prizes & Awards (Daily)
3:30pm - Camp Ends
*Water & Rest Breaks will be added into the day
* Daily Themes & Challenges throughout the week

Question 3

How are the players grouped?

Accepted Answer

For the youth clinics we group by age and ability, our goal is to challenge each player in a fun environment. If you have a friend request, please note in the registration or log in to your account to add friend requests to the account.

Question 4

How does the registration process work?

Accepted Answer

Register by clicking the REGISTER TODAY button. This will redirect you to Active, our registration platform. You will be required to upload your campers Required Physical Examination Form - this does not need to be done at the time of registration, but need to be on file prior to camp. Registrations will not be considered complete until all forms are on file.

Question 5

Do you offer transportation?

Accepted Answer

LOCATION & FACILITIES
The Columbia University Women's Soccer Elite Academic & Athletic College ID Camp will be held at Columbia University's Baker Athletics Complex at 533 West 218th Street, New York, NY 10034. Facilities include the Bubble over the Rocco B. Commisso Soccer Stadium and the Robert Kraft Stadium.  Click for DIRECTIONS.

TRANSPORTATION
Campers are expected to provide their own transportation to and from camp at Columbia’s Baker Athletics Complex (505 W. 218th Street, NY, NY 10034).  
 
Optional Bus Service - the shuttle bus leaves from 117th st. and Amsterdam Ave at 8:15AM and returns to the same location at approximately 4:00pm. 
 
Shuttle Bus Cost: $100 * 
Space is limited and registration is on a first come, first served basis * Register Early

Question 6

Do you offer any early drop - off or late pick up options?

Accepted Answer

Check in is at 8:45AM, Pick up is 3:30 pm.  We will be cleaning up camp, please email or call the camp if something happens and you cannot pick up your child on time.

Question 7

What Medical Forms & Immunizations are required?

Accepted Answer

In accordance with NYC Health Code and Columbia University Policy, all campers must have an approved physical examination form on file before participating. The form must be from a doctors' office and dated within a year of the last day your child plans to attend camp. A full physical examination form and immunizations are required; we cannot accept a note from your doctor indicating clearance to play. No exceptions are permitted. 
Thank you for your cooperation.

UPLOAD YOUR FORM HERE!

Question 8

Do I need to submit this Department of Health provided NYC Physical Examination form?

Accepted Answer

NO, you do not! The link to the NYC Physical Examination form is provided as an optional sample form, as some families and doctors request a template. We do not require this exact form. We will happily accept the form provided by your camper's doctor's office, as long it is is a physical within 1 year and immunization records

Question 9

How do I submit the form?

Accepted Answer

Please log into your account HERE. You will be prompted to sign in using the same email address and password you set up when registering for camp. If you have any trouble signing in or uploading your form, please email your form to nycsocceracademy@gmail.com with your camper's name in the subject line.

Question 10

What if my child is late or has to leave early?

Accepted Answer

Please call or email us if your child is not able to attend camp or will be late for any reason.  If you need to have your child leave early, please email nycsocceracademy@gmail.com or call 212-854-4559 to let our administration and coaches know.

Question 11

Do you have a valid medical form on file for my camper from a previous camp?

Accepted Answer

Possibly! If you believe we may have a form on file from a previous NYC Soccer Academy camp, please email a member of our staff at nycsocceracademy@gmail.com and we will check our records. If there is a form on file dated within the last year, we are happy to use this for a current camp.

Question 12

My camper's last wellness exam was over a year ago - can I use a form dated from last year?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, no. Acceptable forms must be dated by the physician's office to reflect a wellness examination completed within the last year. NYC Soccer Academy is required to adhere to this New York City Health Code and Columbia University guideline in order to hold our camp, and no exceptions can be permitted. Please prepare accordingly!

Question 13

Will my camper be able to participate in camp if they show up without a form?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, no.  Campers will not be permitted to participate without a valid form on file. We thank you in advance for your cooperation!

Question 14

What is the cancellation & refund policy?

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CANCELLATION POLICY
If cancellation is requested three weeks prior to the start of camp, a full credit for any future camp OR a refund (minus a $75 cancellation fee) will be issued per week. Cancellation must be requested in writing at nycsocceracademy@gmail.com three weeks prior to the start of camp. If a cancellation is requested within 3 weeks of the start of camp, a credit towards any future camp will be issued.  All processing fees are non-refundable. 
 
NYC Soccer Academy reserves the right to cancel, postpone or reschedule any camp or clinic because of low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances such as major weather events, unsafe air quality or health risks. In the unfortunate case a camp or clinic is cancelled, we will issue a credit for a future camp.  NYC Soccer Academy cannot be held responsible for any related costs, charges or expenses, including but not limited to; cancellation/change fees assessed by airlines, hotels, car services or travel agencies.

Question 15

What is the weather policy?

Accepted Answer

The plan for our youth summer camps is to be open for campers every day.  We have the ability to access indoor facilities and accommodate campers should inclement weather limit playing on the fields.  For the safety of the campers we also use our lightning-detection system that triggers sirens and our staff gets everyone into facilities.

Question 16

Can I ensure my child's valuables are secure?

Accepted Answer

We recommend that you do not send a camper in with any valuables. We cannot store any valuables for you and we are not responsible for any items that are stolen.

Question 17

Do you provide lunch?

Accepted Answer

We suggest everyone bring a packed lunch and nut-free snacks to camp.  We do offer pizza for sale daily.  We have snacks & drinks for sale as well.

Question 18

What if my child has a severe allergies?

Accepted Answer

Please let us know at registration or on the medical forms if your child has any allergies. We will make the trainer on staff aware as well as any one working the concession stands. If you child has an Epi pen or any other forms of medication please make sure to drop it off at the beginning of the day in a zip lock bag labeled with your child’s name. All medications must be picked up at the end of the day at check out.

Our staff will make sure each coach knows who may have allergies.  We also make every attempt to wash hands and protect the camper.

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