D.C. United Academy Programs
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D.C. United Academy Programs
PHILOSOPHY
D.C. United is the leader of youth development in Major League Soccer. We have designed age specific training programs that foster proper technical development and provide a better understanding of the game's overall tactics. Students will be put into a challenging environment that demands good training habits. All camps and clinics encourage the youth soccer player to develop to his/her full potential and guarantee a fun and rewarding experience.
BENEFITS
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John Harkes (Director of Youth Development) |
All D.C. United Summer Academy Programs include the following:
Top-class professional instruction from D.C. United youth coaches
Guest instruction/autograph sessions with D.C. United players and coaches
Official D.C. United Academy Ball
Official D.C. United Academy T-shirt
FREE ticket voucher to a 2005 D.C. United regular season home match featuring an Academy Graduation (stand-alone only)
Membership in D.C. United's Youth Fan Club (Open to campers 16 and under)
Discount offers on D.C. United ticket packages
TYPES OF CAMPS
Elite Academy - For the potential or serious Division 1 soccer player 10-17 years old with competitive playing experience at the club, ODP, Y-League or high school level. Unlike other Academy programs, the Elite Academy will offer students top-class instruction from John Harkes and United's Technical Staff and players, including an opportunity to observe United practice and an evaluation for DC United's Super Y-League teams. The academy will be Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. with a one hour lunch break. Tuition is $275 per player.
Elite Academy II - For the potential or serious soccer player 9-17 years of age with competitive playing experience at the club, ODP and Y-League level. Students will be put in a challenging environment that demands good training habits and guarantees a fun and rewarding experience. Unlike other Academy programs, the Elite Academy will offer students top-class instruction from John Harkes and United's Technical Staff and players, including an opportunity to observe United practice and an evaluation for D.C. United's Super Y-League teams. The academy will be Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., with a one hour lunch break. Tuition is $275 per player.
Full-Day Academy - For the competitive and recreational soccer player aged 8-16. This comprehensive program will focus on age-appropriate technical, tactical and physical aspects of the game. The Academy is Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm with a one-hour lunch break. Tuition is $245 per player.
Half-Day Academy - For the recreational soccer player 8-16 years old. The focus of the program will be teaching the necessary individual techniques and tactics of soccer through a fun and challenging curriculum. The Academy is Monday through Friday for 3 hours. Tuition is $155 per player.
High School Preseason Academy - Specifically designed to maximize preparation for the 2005-06 high school seasons. Group and Team tactics will be the focus along with elements of technical training and fitness components. The Academy is Monday through Friday for 3 hours. Tuition is $165 per player.
Academy Brochure
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DATES AND LOCATIONS
2005 D.C. United Summer Academy Schedule
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Location |
Academy |
Time (ET) |
| July 5-8 |
RFK Auxiliary Fields, Washington, D.C. |
Elite |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| July 11-15* |
Maryland SoccerPlex, Boyds, Md. |
Full Day |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| July 11-15 |
Bryantown Sports Complex, Bryantown, Md. |
Half Day |
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
| July 18-22 |
Sherando Park Soccer Complex, Stephens City, Va. |
Half Day |
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
| July 18-22 |
Word of Grace Christian Center, Herndon, Va. |
Half Day |
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
| July 25-29 |
Northrop Fields at Covenant Park, Ellicott City, Md. |
Half Day |
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
| July 25-29 |
Bishop McNamara High School, Forestville, Md. |
HS Preseason |
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. |
| August 1-5 |
Maryland SoccerPlex, Boyds, Md. |
Full Day |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| August 1-5 |
Potomac Lakes Sportsplex, Sterling, Va. |
Half Day |
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
| August 8-12 |
Hotspur Park, Fredericksburg, Va. |
Full Day |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| August 15-18 |
RFK Auxiliary Fields, Washington, D.C. |
Elite II |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
*Special guest Freddy Adu set to appear
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