First Touch Campers 2007

Summer 2008 Programs

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Far Post Juniors

 Far Post Juniors is our specialty program for youngsters ages 4 to 6 years old. (Visit our Far Post Juniors page for more details!)

 With two outdoor sessions held in May/June and July/August, our Outdoor Spring & Summer Juniors programs continue our six-week sessions for 4-6 year olds.  Juniors meets from 4-5:00 p.m. at Dorset Park in South Burlington.  Coach Todd will lead the little enrollees in fun soccer-related games like Monster Truck Derby, Lions in the Jungle, and Clean the Yard. Players each receive a program t-shirt, as well as prizes at the end of every training day. Choose between once per week or twice per week options.

Dates & Times:

• May/June session:

Begins Tuesday, May 6 and/or Thursday, May 8 and runs for six weeks; 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

• July/August session:

Begins on Tuesday, July 8 and/or July 10 and runs for six weeks; Tuesdays ~ 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Thursdays ~ 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Location: Dorset Park

Cost:  $100 for one day/week (Tuesday OR Thursday program); or $185 for two days/week (Tuesday AND Thursday program)

U8 Spring Development Program

 Far Post Soccer Club pleased to announce an Under 8 Spring Development Program for boys and girls.  (Visit our U8 Spring Development Program page for more details) 

 This exciting new program begins on May 6 and will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 p.m. 

 The U8 Spring Development Program combines skill-building sessions on Tuesday along with “mini-matches” on Thursday.  It's designed to assist young soccer players with skill development and an understanding of the game in a fun environment.  Each player will receive a match t-shirt for their team. 

Dates & Times: 

	Tuesdays & Thursdays, from May 6 through June 12
	4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Location:  Dorset Park

Cost:  $175 per player; includes a team specific t-shirt for the small-sided games on Thursday nights.
 

Summer School of Excellence
Soccer Camp

June 16-20, 2008

 The Summer School of Excellence Soccer Camp is designed for boys and girls, ages 4 through 14.  Players will learn individual skills through fun game-related exercises and small-sided games under the guidance of our trained professional staff.

 A typical day will see your son or daughter play 4v4 small-sided soccer (the foundation for the Dutch system of youth soccer development), participate in theme-of-the-day exercises and games (ball manipulations, attacking moves, etc.), and compete in our daily 2v2 and 3v3 “street soccer” tournament.

 Far Post takes great care to assure that your son or daughter is training in an appropriate group within the camp. An older, “specialized” group will be formed, to meet the needs of more experienced players, including club-level players (Far Post or other). This group will focus on slightly more advanced skills, including passing/receiving, 1v1 attacking moves, and finishing.

Details:

Private Lessons

by Appointment

 Far Post offers private lessons with any one of our qualified trainer/coaches (dependant on schedule and availability). Players are encouraged to face their weaknesses and challenge themselves to improve under our guidance. Lessons can be tailored and customized to suit the player. Communication between player, parent, and trainer is encouraged to determine curriculum plan and to evaluate progress.

Dates and Times:  Determined by trainer and player

Location:  Usually a town or recreational field closest to player – this will vary from player to player

Cost:  $30 for a one hour lesson

Pre-Season Camp

August 4-8, 2008

 The Pre-Season Camp rounds out our menu of Summer programs for older players as high schoolers set their sights on their Fall school season. 

 The camp focuses on preparing the high school player for the rigors of 'preseason' training and high school try-outs. 

	Fitness
	Technique
	Player confidence

These are the three focal points of the camp, as these elements of the game greatly influence a player’s performance in preseason and in the season beyond. 

 Trainers may include Todd Kingsbury, Wendy Elles, Ben Hardy, and guest appearances by other Far Post coaches.

 Who Can Enroll?  All high school aged players, boys and girls, grades 9-12, are invited to enroll and participate in Far Post's Pre-Season Camp. 
 
Dates and Times:

	Monday – Friday, August 4-8
	9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Dorset Park

Cost:  $145 per player ~ $135 for Far Post Players

Visit our Photo Album
from the 2007 Program!

First Touch Camp

August 11-15, 2008

 Far Post’s First Touch Camp is held the week before most Elementary and Middle schools begin.  The curriculum is specially designed to prepare your son or daughter for their ‘first touch of the season,’ i.e., Middle School or Club level tryouts.

• If your son or daughter is trying out for the Middle School team for the first time, the First Touch Camp offers confidence, fitness and technique boosting exercises to prepare them for this new experience.

• If your son or daughter is considering trying out for Far Post for the first time, the First Touch Camp is an excellent opportunity to be “seen” by the club prior to tryouts.

• If you’re a club player looking to make one of the Far Post Travel Teams, the First Touch Camp will send you into tryouts with confidence, a good touch, and a competitive edge.

Who Can Enroll?  The First Touch Camp is for players aged 6-14, grouped at the camp according to age/ability to ensure appropriate competition and training expectations.

Dates and Times:

	Monday – Friday, August 11-15
	9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location:  Dorset Park

Cost:  $145 per player ~ $135 for Far Post Players

Visit our Photo Album
 from the 2007 Program!