CAMP INFO
- Camp Dates: July 15-18, 2026 (Mon-Thr)
- Ages: 6-15
- Gender: Coed
- Camp Hours: Half Day 9:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-4:00pm | Full Day 9:00am-4:00pm
- Meals: Lunch is NOT provided. Please bring a packed lunch
- Facility: Indian Woods Middle School
*Check-in starts 15 minutes before camp start time
You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
ABOUT #READY2PLAY
This summer, Kansas City steps onto the global stage, and your child can too.
The #Ready2Play World-Class Soccer Camps, powered by ShareWaves and Nike Sports Camps, deliver an elite training experience inspired by the world’s top soccer nations, right here at home. Led by veteran camp director Alan Jones, these camps combine international-level instruction with a fun, high-energy environment designed for players of all skill levels.
More than just a camp, this is a movement.
As the city prepares for the upcoming international tournament, #Ready2Play is creating opportunities for every child to participate, grow, and belong in the game. Through our unique model, a portion of proceeds supports scholarships and expands access for kids in under-resourced communities, ensuring that talent, not income, determines opportunity.
Whether your child is just getting started or looking to elevate their game, this is their chance to experience soccer the way the world plays it.
SKILL LEVEL
Nike Soccer Camps provide a fun and challenging environment where players are grouped by age and ability to maximize development. Under the guidance of experienced coaches, campers sharpen their technical skills through focused training, small-sided games, and dynamic drills—building confidence and a passion for the game along the way.
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 Alan Jones and his 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 Nike 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 cleats, shin guards, athletic shoes, and a water bottle.
- Facility: Indian Woods Middle School
- 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
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.
HEAT & WEATHER PLAN
This policy is designed to set the criteria upon which our programs will be canceled during periods of excessive heat and/or periods of poor air quality. Protecting players, coaches and parents from excessive heat during and/or poor air quality is a critical part of a well-run organization.
Air Quality
There are three reasons why otherwise healthy athletes are at special risk for inhaling pollutants. First, as physical activity increases minute ventilation, the number of pollutants that are inhaled relative to when the athlete is at rest are increased. Second, during activity, a larger proportion of air is inhaled through the mouth, which bypasses the body’s built-in nasal filtration system. Third, pollutants are inhaled more deeply and may diffuse into the bloodstream more quickly during physical activity. These risks are heightened in athletes with pre-existing pulmonary or cardiac conditions.
An important and standardized national air quality resource is the National Weather Service’s
(NWS) Air Quality Forecast System. This system “provides the US with ozone, particulate matter and other pollutant forecasts with enough accuracy and advance notice to take action to prevent or reduce adverse effects.”
A key component of this forecast system is the NWS Air Quality Index (AQI). The AQI provides real-time monitoring and alerts in response to changing air quality levels. The AQI accounts for five different pollutants, including: 1) ground-level ozone; 2) particle pollution (also known as particulate matter); 3) carbon monoxide; 4) sulfur dioxide; and 5) nitrogen dioxide. Of these, ground-level ozone and particulate matter are the most common and most concerning pollutants for outdoor physical activity. The AQI is a single number, presented on a scale of 0 – 500, where 0 indicated no air quality problems and 500 indicates the most hazardous levels of air pollution. A specialized version of the AQI for particle pollution is also available and should be consulted in those situations when threats to air quality come from wildfires, road dust, and agricultural operations.
When threatening or dangerous air quality levels are present the AQI increases, and the National Weather Service (NWS) issues a corresponding air quality alert. Those alerts and their corresponding behavioral modification recommendations for particle pollution can be found
at https://www.airnow.gov.
Consistent with this information, Challenger Sports is instituting the following general guidelines that all teams, members and staff shall follow to make decisions about the appropriateness of holding practice or competitions in during periods of air quality concerns:
● Programs will continue at all times in the 0-100 range
● Programs will continue when the air quality is in the 100-150 range, however we advise that parents of children consider sitting out if they are concerned about the conditions on their own child. Challenger Sports will not be liable for any illnesses caused due to participation in these conditions.
● Programs will be canceled for all ages when air quality is 150 or higher.
Excessive Heat Policy
1. Heat Monitoring (Daily): The camp will monitor the Heat Index / Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) before and during all sessions.
Conditions are checked at least every 30–60 minutes.
2. Activity Modifications by Temperature
Heat Index 85–90°F (29–32°C)
Mandatory water breaks every 15–20 minutes
Reduced high-intensity drills
Increased shade rotations
Heat Index 91–95°F (33–35°C)
Water breaks every 10–15 minutes
Shortened sessions
No continuous running drills
More technical / low-intensity work
Heat Index 96–100°F (36–38°C)
Training limited to light activity only
Frequent cooling breaks (every 10 minutes)
Use of shaded or indoor spaces when possible
Heat Index 100°F+ (38°C+)
Outdoor activities suspended
Camp moves indoors (classroom sessions, video analysis) or is rescheduled
3. Hydration Protocol
Players must bring a full water bottle (refill stations provided)
Coaches enforce “drink before thirsty” rule
Electrolyte drinks recommended for longer sessions
No player is denied a water break—ever
4. Scheduling Adjustments
Sessions scheduled during cooler parts of the day (early morning / evening)
Midday sessions avoided or moved indoors when heat risk is high
5. Required Clothing & Equipment
Light-colored, breathable clothing
Hats encouraged during breaks
Sunscreen applied before sessions (reapplied as needed)
6. Acclimatization
First 1–2 days include gradual intensity build-up
New or less-conditioned players monitored closely
7. Medical & Safety Readiness
Staff trained to recognize heat exhaustion and heat stroke symptoms
On-site access to:
Ice packs / cooling towels
Shaded rest areas
Emergency action plan in place if symptoms occur
8. “When in Doubt, Sit Them Out” Rule
Any player showing signs of dizziness, nausea, headache, or fatigue is immediately removed and evaluated
No pressure to continue participation
9. Parent Communication
Parents notified in advance of schedule changes due to heat
Clear expectations on hydration, nutrition, and preparation
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.
Sample Daily Schedule
9:00-9:30am
Rosters and juggling
9:30-10:00am
Speed, agility, quickness drills
10:00-10:30am
Technical introduction
10:30-11:00am
Technical development
11:00-11:30am
Full pressure activity
11:30-12:25pm
Small Sided Games
12:30pm
Campers Depart
12:30-1pm
Lunch
1-3pm
Full scrimmages/Small sided scrimmages
Indian Woods Middle School
