SOCCER START CAMPS - 2008

MISSION STATEMENT - the Soccer Start Camps are designed for, but not limited to, the children of the recreation sites participating in start up soccer programs in the Philadelphia Department of Recreation. Volunteers who coached or officiated in this program are also invited to be a part of the camp. The camp goal is to instill a spirit of cooperation, build self-esteem, and encourage healthy competition and to develop athletic abilities in youth living in under-served areas. Instruction will consist of skill training, drills and small-sided games with the emphasis on fun and learning the fundamentals of the game of soccer. The camps are a cooperative effort of the Philadelphia Department of Recreation and the Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association and Starfinder Foundation.

CAMP DIRECTOR
Sports & Athletics Coordinator, 683-3674

CAMP SITE
Lee Cultural Center, 44th Street & Haverford Avenue, 685-7655

RAIN
If the camp is to be cancelled because of rain a message will be left at 683-3674 by 8:00 AM. If no cancellation message is on the voice mail then the camp will be held that day.

CAMP WEEK
Monday, June 23 to Friday, June 27, 2008 * Hours: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

AGES
Boys and Girls, 6-11 years old

MEALS
Lunch and Snacks provided daily

SWIMMING
Swim time will be offered each day at the lifeguard monitored Lee Pool (weather permitting)

SUPPLIES
Each camper will receive a camp shirt, soccer sox, shin guards, water bottle and a soccer ball

TRANSPORTATION
Group bus transportation for selected sites will be provided at no extra cost. However at least one adult bus monitor from each facility must accompany the bus in each direction.

INSTRUCTION
Jack Creighton, Coordinator, Licensed Instructor, Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association
One instructor per 10-15 campers.

FEE
$25.00 per week - MONEY ORDER ONLY made out to "Phila. Soccer Advisory Council".
Camp fees will be used to defray camp costs. There are no refunds.

APPLICATIONS
Must be filled out completely, signed and returned with the camp fee.
The camp reserves the right to remove campers for uncooperative behavior.

Call The Sports and Athletics Office to ask for applications - 215-685-3674