Nike Soccer Camp with Beestera Soccer Training - Afrim's Sports Park
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RATED AS NIKE SOCCER CAMP'S #1 CAMP IN 2023.
Join us this summer at the #1 rated Nike Soccer Camp in 2023, as Nike Soccer Camps team up with Beestera Soccer Training to offer a fantastic week of camp at Afrim's Sports Park in Colonie, NY. Team up with the experienced Beestera coaching staff for the ultimate soccer training camp for players in the Capital District!
Using a unique coaching model, the curriculum focuses on the development of the whole person. Every camper will be challenged mentally, physically, and emotionally with the goal of increasing each campers' tactical knowledge, technical ability, and enthusiasm for the game.
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Highlights Include
- Coaching from Beestera Soccer Training staff
- Unique & structured curriculum
- 10 to 1 camper to coach ratio
- Nike Soccer Camp T-shirt & camp prizes
- Elite technical training & game knowledge development
- Position specific training
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Mike Matera
Mike co-founded Beestera Soccer Training in 2015 after graduating from Siena College. Growing up in Trumbull, Connecticut, Mike played at Beachside Academy for six years before being recruited by Siena. At Siena, Mike earned All-Rookie and All-Tournament Team honors while captaining the team...
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Coach Josh Binfield
Josh joined Beestera in March 2019. Born and raised in Essex, England until he was eight years old, he moved to Vancouver, Canada for seven years before graduating high school in Buffalo, NY. After high school, Josh attended IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fl. From there he was recruited to play for Manhattan College at the NCAA Division I level. In his Junior year, Josh joined the Manhattan College coaching staff as a player-coach while earning All-MAAC academic honors...
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Camp Details
Beestera coaching staff pride themselves on building confidence, technically proficient players with the ability to make quick, well-informed decisions at match-tempo. Developing players' mental and physical capacity by providing the tools needed to reach their potential, and translating their love for the game with passion and dedication in their applied training methods.
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
CAMP PROGRAM:
- Dates: (Mon-Fri)
- April 1-5, 2024
- July 22-26, 2024
- August 12-16, 2024
- Ages: 5-15
- Gender: Coed
- Specialized Goalkeeper Training: We'll be offering Specialized Goalkeeper Training from 9-11 am, after that the goalkeepers will integrate with rest of camp and play in goal for scrimmages.
- Half-Day Camp Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm*
- Day Camp Hours: 9:00am - 3:00pm*
- Extended Care: 8:00-9:00am and 3:00-4:00pm extended care options available
- Meals: Meals are NOT provided. Please bring a packed lunch
- Location: Afrim's Sports Park
*Check-in begins 15 minutes before the start of camp
SATELLITE CAMP
2/19/2024: Beestera Soccer Training is running an additional camp at Afrim Latham Dome. Click here to register https://www.ussportscamps.com/...
CAMP INFO
Goals of Camp: At Beestera Camps we pride ourselves on the holistic development of each camper. Campers will be challenged physically, cognitively, emotionally and socially in order to give them the most authentic experience possible.
- Physical: Campers will become more competent and consistent in their technical soccer skills in areas such as dribbling, passing, and shooting by the end of the week.
- Cognitive: Campers will become more “soccer literate” and be able to interpret various tactical situations in-game settings more efficiently.
- Emotional: Campers will learn and demonstrate multiple ways to control their emotions while showing qualities such as resilience and perseverance in all activities which will result in higher self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Social: Campers will learn to respectfully communicate with others while accepting their culture and individual differences through the use of our sport education curriculum model.
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!
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Training from the Beestera coaching staff
- Day campers: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Supervision: Staff members are strategically placed throughout the camp to provide optimal supervision and participate in all activities
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: All campers receive a Nike Soccer Camps t-shirt and prizes
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 cleats, shin guards, athletic shoes, and a water bottle
- Facility: Afrim's Sports Park
- 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.
- Athletic clothing
- Soccer Cleats (no metal studs)
- Shin guards
- Water bottle
- Sunblock
- Packed lunch and snacks
- Small gym bag/backpack
SOCCER BALLS
Nike Soccer Camp Balls can be purchased during registration. Players can choose between a size 3, 4 or 5 ball, which will be shipped out before camp. Shipping is included in the listed price. Please note that it is not required to bring a soccer ball to camp as they are provided by the staff for camp instruction. All sales are final.
TEAM DISCOUNT
If you have a group of 4 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. If you have a group of 8 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a $30 discount. Please fill out the Team Discount - Soccer form with the name of your group and the names of each camper enrolling in the camp and we will create a unique discount code for your group.
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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Beestera Soccer Camp Sample Schedule
- 8:45-9:00 am Check- in
- 9:00-9:10 am Camp introduction & Phrase of the day
- 9:10-10:30 am Technical development based on the topic of the day
- 10:30am-11:00am Snack break & Coach challenges
- 11:00am-12:00pm World Cup Tournament Games
- 12:00pm-12:45pm Lunch
- 12:45pm-1:00pm Life talk with Coaches
- 1:00pm-2:00pm Position specific training realted to topic of the day
- 2:00pm-2:20pm Snack break/ Coach challenges
- 2:20pm-3:00pm Full sided games
- 3:00pm-3:15pm Camp debrief & camper pick-up. Extended care campers stay until 4:00pm.
Beestera Kids Soccer Camp Sample Schedule
- 9:00-9:10am Morning talk and “topic of the day” discussion
- 9:10-9:30am Fun games incorporating “topic of the day”
- 9:30-9:55am Skills development
- 9:55-10:10am Snack Break
- 10:10-10:30am Challenge of the Day
- 10:30-10:50am Water Play
- 10:50-11:05am Snack Break
- 11:05-11:25am Fun games incorporating “topic of the day”
- 11:25-12:00pm Small-sided soccer scrimmage
- 12:00pm Campers are dismissed
Afrim's Sports Park: 969 Watervliet Shaker Rd. Colonie, NY, 12205
Built-in 2019, Afrim’s Sports Park is the first to have 4 full-size outdoor turf fields, a dome featuring one full-size indoor turf field, and a full-service restaurant.
Camp Reviews
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July 23, 2022: The leadership and teamwork component that was instilled and emphasized in the kids beyond just soccer skills.
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April 17, 2023: My son felt empowered and confident!
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July 23, 2022: Very organized, liked daily email updates, daughter enjoyed it
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July 24, 2022: My son loved that it was fun and there was friendly competition
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July 25, 2022: My son really enjoyed it. That and improvement are what it's all about.
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July 26, 2022: My son was put in a great, skilled group and was well trained during the week
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July 22, 2023: Beestera does a great job. The staff are great. My son loves these soccer camps.
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July 23, 2022: My son had a lot of fun and came out smiling every day. His favorite part was World Cup.
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July 23, 2022: My son enjoys the experience , excellent combination of skill drills/play / fun/ learning
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July 25, 2022: Our daughter earned a reward recognition at the end of one of the days which was very exciting for her.
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July 24, 2023: Both of my boys really enjoyed learning new strategies and having incentives really helped them focus on them.
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April 17, 2023: Shaun enjoyed the group that he was in. He made friends and had lots of fun. His instructor was very encouraging
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July 23, 2022: Positive coaching, kids were Excited to get up each morning and go back even with the ridiculously high temperatures
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April 15, 2023: Everything! My son always has an amazing time at Beestera camps and comes away with a positive experience and increased skill.
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April 17, 2023: The quality of the coaching, activities, and organization; was great to see Coach Irby there as something different too! Added bonus!
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July 26, 2023: My son looks forward to this camp everytime he is off from school. He has made so many friends outside his club. I am very pleased with this camp.
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July 22, 2023: The scrimmages and World Cup experience was something my son loved to look forward to. Take the skills he worked on all week and try them in a scrimmage practice environment.
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July 22, 2023: Seeing our daughter learn new skills and implement them, and meeting friends who have a common interest for the sport and who were at equal playing level to stimulate challenge
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July 29, 2022: My kids woke up every morning wanting to go to camp! The staff was extremely friendly and helpful! The guy in charge, Mike M. was organized and his communication to families was outstanding!! I would totally recommend this camp to others and I will be sending my kids again next summer :)
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My son's first overnight camp experience was excellent.
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Nike Soccer Camp with Beestera Soccer Training - Afrim's Sports Park
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Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.