Cal Boys Soccer Camp

- Day
- Half-day
- Extended
- Overnight
- Male
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Jun. 2 - Jun. 6, 2025
Jun. 20 - Jun. 22, 2025
Final day check-out: 12pm
This session is the same as the one listed on the Boys ID Camp page
Jun. 23 - Jun. 27, 2025
Jul. 7 - Jul. 11, 2025
Jul. 14 - Jul. 18, 2025
NEW in 2025: Overnight Collegiate Experience Camp
Train like a Cal Bear at Cal Soccer Camps & Academies in Berkeley, CA this summer! 2023 Pac-12 Coach of the Year Leonard Griffin and his staff believe in providing the opportunity for players to reach their greatest potential by challenging them technically and tactically, in a fun and encouraging environment. The California Soccer Academy & Camps' curriculum has been developed to offer modern and successful training methods used throughout the United States and Europe. Now offering an overnight residential camp!
NEW in 2025: Join us for the Cal Boys Soccer Camp - Overnight Collegiate Experience this summer! The Overnight Collegiate Experience Camp is designed for boys ages 10-18 and provides an amazing opportunity to train with the Cal Men’s Soccer coaching staff on top-tier facilities while immersing yourself in the college soccer environment. Campers will stay on campus, experiencing life as a student-athlete while developing their skills through high-level instruction and competitive play. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your game at one of the nation’s premier soccer programs!
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA and Covid-19 restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as the camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
Highlights Include
- Position-specific training
- Unique & structured curriculum
- Low camper to coach ratio
- Cal Soccer Camp T-shirt
- Elite technical training & game knowledge development
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Camp Coaches
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Head Coach - Cal Men's Soccer Leonard Griffin
Leonard Griffin, a former California men’s soccer assistant with more than a decade of collegiate coaching experience, was named the head coach of the Cal men’s soccer program of March 31, 2022.
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Assistant Coach Jacob Wilson
Jacob Wilson returned to his alma mater when he joined the Cal men’s soccer coaching staff in 2016 as an assistant coach under former Cal head coach Kevin Grimes - who mentored Wilson when the latter was a Golden Bears player.
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Coach Henry Foulk
Henry Foulk, a nationally regarded goalkeeper at California from 1981-83, returns to his alma mater for a 19th season as the goalkeeper coach.
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Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
YOUTH DAY CAMPS:
- Dates: (Mon-Fri) Friday ends at 12pm
- June 2-6, 2025 at Maxwell Family Field
- June 23-27, 2025 at Memorial Stadium
- July 7-11, 2025 at Maxwell Family Field
- July14-18, 2025 at Maxwell Family Field
- Ages: 6-13
- Gender: Boys
- Options: Full Day 9am-4pm & Half Day 9am-12pm
- Fields: Maxwell Family Field or Memorial Stadium
- General field info including directions and parking can be found here: https://recsports.berkeley.edu...
OVERNIGHT COLLEGIATE EXPERIENCE: New in 2025*
- Dates: June 20-22, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Ages: 10-18
- Gender: Boys
- Options: Overnight and Extended Day
- Extended Day Hours: 9:00am - 9:00pm
- First Day Check-In: 2:00pm at Clark Kerr Dorms
- Final Day Check Out: Sunday at 12:00pm
- See Overnight & Extended Day details below
*This session is the SAME as the one listed on the Boys ID Camp page
Please note that all Cal Sports Camps are subject to change or cancellation as a result of NCAA and Covid-19 related restrictions.
Our goal at these academies is the same as it has been for the past ten years and is designed for advanced-level individual players and teams! We offer a rigorous training regimen designed to identify, evaluate, and prepare players seeking to compete at the elite level in a fun and enjoyable atmosphere. Technical development with the ball is a major focus of the camp to ensure all of our players leave at the end of the week as more refined and developed players. Specific Goalkeeper Training is offered to all interested players.
CAL ID CLINICS (Ages 14-19)
The UC Berkeley ID Camps provide an excellent opportunity showcase your skills in a competitive environment! Our Cal Soccer coaching staff lead sessions that we would run for our current players and team.
PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist.
All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
HOUSING
The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year. Final housing information for this camp will be emailed to all campers closer to the camp’s start date.
Number of Campers Per Room: TBD
Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual, If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
Linens: Are provided
Air Conditioning: No, A/C is not available
Meals: Day 1: Dinner | Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 3: Breakfast
Clark Kerr Dorm Information: Visit the Clark Kerr Residential webpage for complex, amenity, room layouts, and more.
Lost Room Key: A lost room key will result in a $250 fee
EXTENDED DAY INFORMATION
- Day Camp Hours: 9:00am-9:00pm. *Day 1 runs from 2:00pm-9:00pm.
- First Day Check-in Location: Clark Kerr Dorms
- Day 2-3 Check-In & Out Locations: TBD Field
- Meals: Day 1: Dinner | Day 2: Lunch, Dinner | Day 3: None
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Training from the Cal Soccer coaching staff
- Day campers: Lunch is NOT provided
- Supervision: Staff members are strategically placed throughout the camp to provide optimal supervision and participate in all activities
- Camp T-shirt: All campers receive a Cal Soccer Camps t-shirt
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, & FACILITY
- Ratio: Low camper to coach ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience
- Equipment Needed: All campers must bring soccer ball, cleats, shin guards, athletic shoes, and a water bottle.
- Facility: Either/or Maxwell Family Field, Whitter & Underhill.
- Medical Protocol: Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital
CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING:
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
OVERNIGHT
- Athletic clothing and several changes per day (1-2 pairs/day)
- Rain Jacket
- Soccer Cleats (no metal studs)
- Shin guards
- Water bottle 32 oz or larger
- Sunblock
- Comfortable off-court clothing (pants/shorts, shirts, sweatshirts, 1 pair/day)
- Undergarments (1-2 pair/day)
- Pajamas
- Bathrobe
- Flip flops
- Laundry bag
- Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, facewash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
- Personal items & medications
- Eye mask, ear plugs (optional)
- Washcloth and bath towel
- Alarm clock
- Fan (optional)
- Bed sheets
- Comforter or sleeping bag
- Pillow and pillowcase
DAY CAMPERS
- Athletic clothing and a change of clothes
- Rain Jacket
- Soccer Cleats (no metal studs)
- Shin guards
- Water bottle 32 oz or larger
- Sunblock
- Small gym bag/backpack
SOCCER BALLS
Please bring a ball, if you don't have a ball one will be provided.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.
MEDICAL PROTOCOL
Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE SOCCER CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our soccer camps please see our FAQ page.
***Camps are open to any and all entrants. Enrollment in our camps is limited only by age, gender, and capacity restrictions as specified by each camp.
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