The Elite Soccer Academy offers multiple options for camps and clinics held on the campus of Virginia Tech, in Blacksburg. Whether you are just starting or looking to take your game to the highest level, ESA has an option for you. Please check out our camp options below to find the right fit in a fun and encouraging environment.
ESA was founded by Virginia Tech Head Women’s Coach, Chugger Adair. Our staff consists of the women’s soccer coaches at Virginia Tech, as well as, other top college coaches from around the country.
The Elite Soccer Academy has three summer offerings for 2023.
Day Camp
A 5 day non-residential camp for male and female youth soccer players. The focus of the camp is on teaching basic soccer skills, such as passing, shooting, dribbling, and combination play. The focus is on fun and education, and the variety of exercises will challenge new players and returning campers alike. Many of the Virginia Tech Men's and Women's Soccer Players staff this camp. All campers receive a Virginia Tech soccer t-shirt for attending. Camp dates for 2022 are: June 5 - 9, 2023 from 9 AM - 12 PM Daily. Ages 4 - 12. The cost for this day camp is $175 with the option to purchase a camp ball for $25. More Information Here!
Advanced Technical Training Camp
Each session is designed to develop players’ skills (technique applied during a game), game insight (tactical awareness), individual technique (ball mastery), and fitness (speed, agility, quickness). This camp is for female players born between 2011-2013. The cost of this camp is $175 and it runs June 12 - 15, 2023 from 5:30 - 8 pm. More Information Here!
Daily Camp Overview:
– Dynamic Warm-Up
– Technical Skill Building
– Tactical Skill Activity
– Scrimmage Game for Application
The curriculum will focus on enhanced technical development and game education, along with speed, agility, and quickness training. This camp is designed for the serious club player looking to take their technical game to the next level. More information here
Residential Camp
Our Elite Prospect Residential Camp is designed for rising 7th – 12th-grade female players. This camp is designed with the serious club player in mind, who is looking for an on-campus view of the Virginia Tech women’s soccer program. The curriculum is set up to provide high-level technical and tactical training to showcase the demands of collegiate soccer. Goalkeeper-specific training is available during this camp. Campers will also be presented with other important areas of the collegiate process, including nutrition, academic preparation, sports psychology, and strength and conditioning. Campers stay in campus housing and all meals are provided. Camp dates for 2023 are: July 16 - 19, 2023. Rising 7th - 12th graders. The cost for this residential camp is $625. More Information Here!
