Recommended Ages 7–17 Dates Tuition July 15–19 $435 July 22–26 $435 Multiple sessions are 10% off each session. Boys and Girls participate in separate programs. Hours 8:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m.

Boys and Girls Soccer

The Boys and Girls Soccer Camp has grown steadily for more than 35 years to become one of the finest instructional day camps in New England for all levels and a wide range of ages.

In 2013, we will continue to offer diversified training, incorporating both traditional and contemporary techniques in soccer instruction to meet the needs of each camper, from beginner to advanced. Our staff features quality Boston area instructors who come from the professional, college, club, and high school ranks, and are proven in their ability to teach, motivate, and communicate with youth players.

Our goal is to ensure that every camper has an enjoyable, positive experience that stresses fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship. All are encouraged to make friends and to be the best player and teammate they can be. We believe soccer is a great game for all ages and abilities. We strive to improve skills, knowledge of the game, and confidence in all players.

Program Objectives

• Improve individual skills
• Improve offensive and defensive positional play
• Improve overall fitness
• Provide a better understanding of the tactics used in soccer
• Emphasize soccer as played in small groups and teams
• Enjoy soccer while learning about the game

Specialized Goalkeeping Instruction

Individual goalkeeping training sessions, supervised by our experienced staff, cover all aspects of the technical and tactical skills necessary for developing goalkeepers. The program is customized for each goalie’s needs. If you are attending camp as a goalie, please check the appropriate space on the application.

Boys and Girls Senior Advanced Academy

For the club or high school player—teenagers who desire tactical and technical training

• Specialized individual skill enhancement
• The art of finishing: accuracy, power, and execution
• Team tactics: 6x6, 11x11, build up, transition, field vision, etc.
• Building self-confidence and a positive attitude

Jon Anderson, Camp Director

Head Soccer Coach, Babson College

Jon Anderson is in his 27th year as director of the Babson Soccer Camp. As head soccer coach, he has guided Babson to 17 postseason appearances, including 12 NCAA Tournaments and a trip to the Final Four in 1991. His teams have won 10 conference titles, including the NEWMAC Championship in 2002, 2004, 2008, 2009, and 2010, and he has been named Coach of the Year eight times.