Nike Soccer Camp at Cal State Channel Island
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Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
2026 dates are coming soon.
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NEW LOCATION, SAME EXPERIENCE AND COACHING
Player ONE Performance and Nike Soccer Camps come together to offer a camp experience sure to improve our campers' skills and provide lots of fun in Santa Barbara for this summer!
Voted the #1 Nike Soccer Camp Director by parents and campers in 2025! (Top-10 in 2023/2024)
This camp, which has historically been held at the Cate School/ CSU Channel Island, has moved to the beautiful Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA in 2025! Join camp director Ben Maxwell and the experienced Player One Performance staff for the ultimate soccer camp experience.
ABOUT PLAYER ONE PERFORMANCE: Formed in 2017, Player ONE Performance has firmly established itself as Northern California's premier club neutral, supplemental training and camp program. Offering personalized, energetic, detail orientated sessions, P1P has attracted players of all levels, boasting a training client list that includes MLS Professionals, MLS Allstars, US National Team Members, D1 College National Champions, Youth National Champions, along with youth players of all ages and abilities.
With a newly created curriculum, formed over 18 years of youth coaching, P1P has the perfect camp product for all players who genuinely desire to improve their game and leave the camp a better player. An intensive focus on technique, movement, goal-scoring, game intelligence, and mental preparation, will provide the player with everything they need to leave the camp feeling confident and prepared.
Highlights Include
- Unique & structured curriculum
- Low camper to coach ratio
- Nike Soccer Camp T-shirt
- Elite technical training & game knowledge development
- Position specific training
- Top 10 Nike Soccer Camp in 2023 and 2024
- Team Discounts for groups of 4 or more! Request your discount code through our team discount form below
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Ben Maxwell
A native of Scotland, Ben Maxwell has been coaching in the USA for 13 years. Ben has coached in 10 states, and has been settled in California for 10 years. In his time in California, Ben has proven to be one of the top youth soccer coaches, notably when it comes to the long term technical development of the player.
View Ben Maxwell's Bio & Soccer Tips ⟩
Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please Note: You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
Camp has moved from the Cate School/CSU Channel Island to Westmont College in 2025
CAMP INFO:
- Dates: (Sun-Fri)
- June 28 - July 3, 2026
- July 12-17, 2026
- July 26-31, 2026
- Ages: 9-18
- Options: Day 9:00am-4:00pm | Extended Day 9:00am-9:00pm | Overnight
- First day check-in: Sunday at 11:30am at Page Hall*
- Last day check-out: 12:00pm on the last day of camp
- Meals: See meal breakdown below
*First-day hours for extended-day campers (11:30am-8:30pm)
DAILY SCHEDULE
Sunday
11:30am - Check In
1:15pm - Camp Intro (Intro to Journals, Standard and Expectations for On and Off Field, Rules and Guidelines)
2pm-4pm - Intro Session (Technical Training and Small Sided Games)
5pm - Dinner
7pm-9pm - Evening Session (Technical Training and Small Sided Games)
9:30pm - Journal and Rest
10pm - Lights Out
Monday
7am - Breakfast
9:30am-11:30am - Session 1 (Technical)
12pm - Lunch
2pm-4pm - Session 2 (Tactical)
5pm - Dinner
7pm-9pm - Session 3 (Competition)
9:30pm - Journal
10pm - Lights Out
Tuesday
7am - Breakfast
9:30am-11:30am - Session 1 (Technical)
12pm - Lunch
2pm-4pm - Session 2 (Tactical)
5pm - Dinner
7pm-9pm - Session 3 (Competition)
9:30pm - Journal
10pm - Lights Out
Wednesday
7am - Breakfast
9.30am-11.30am - Session 1 (Technical)
12pm - Lunch
2pm-4pm - Session 2 (Tactical)
5pm - Dinner
7pm-9pm - Session 3 (Competition)
9:30pm - Journal
10pm - Lights Out
Thursday
7am - Breakfast
9.30am-11.30am - Session 1 (Technical)
12pm - Lunch
2pm-4pm - Session 2 (Tactical)
5pm - Dinner
7pm-9pm - Session 3 (Competition)
9:30pm - Journal
10pm - Lights Out
Friday
7am - Breakfast
9:30am-11:30am - Session (Competition)
12pm - Check Out
HOUSING
The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year.
- Number of Campers Per Room: TBD
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual
- Linens: Not provided. Bring linens or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel
- Air Conditioning: No, dorms do not have A/C.
- Spending Money: For pizza, subs, sodas, laundry – the suggested amount is $30 a week.
- Laundry: The coaching staff will have access to the school's laundry facilities for an additional cost. Campers can request access from the coaching staff and pay for useage/detergent using cash, Venmo, or Apple Pay. Laundry will typically be done 1-2 times per week.
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 Player One Performance coaching staff.
- Meals & Housing: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
- Supervision: Staff members reside in rooms strategically placed throughout the dorm 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: Westmont College
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
EXTENDED DAY INFORMATION
- Day Camp Hours: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm. Please note this is only for days 2 - 5. Extended day campers check-in between 11:30am-1:00pm on day #1 and check-out from camp at 12pm on last day.
- Daily Check-In & Out location: at Westmont College or earlier on the field
- Meals: Lunch is provided for Day Campers. Lunch & Dinner is provided for Extended Day Campers
- A closing ceremony will take place approximately 30 minutes prior to camp check-out on the last day. Parents are invited to attend! Departure immediately follows the closing ceremony.
OVERNIGHT INFORMATION
Check-in: First Day 11:30am-1:00pm. Camp intro starts at 1:15pm followed by the first training session, which will start at 2:00pm
- Check-in location: Page Hall
Check out: Last day 12:00 pm on the last day following final games**
Meals: Day 1: Dinner | Days 2-5: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 6: Breakfast
A closing ceremony will take place approximately 30 minutes prior to camp check-out on the last day. Parents are invited to attend! Departure immediately follows the closing ceremony.
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 (1-2 pairs/day)
- Soccer Cleats (no metal studs)
- Shin guards
- Water bottle
- 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
- Soccer Cleats (no metal studs)
- Shin guards
- Water bottle
- Sunblock
- Small gym bag/backpack
TEAM DISCOUNT
Bring your teammates and save!
- Groups of 4 or more: Each camper gets a $30 discount.
- Groups of 8 or more: Each camper enjoys a $35 discount.
To claim your discount, simply fill out the Team Discount - Soccer with your group’s name and the names of all campers registering. We’ll create a unique discount code just for your team!
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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Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:45 am Breakfast
- 9:00-11:00 am Field session 1
- 11:00 am Free/rest time
- 12:00pm Lunch
- 1:30 -3:00 pm Field session 2
- 3:00-4:00 pm Free Time
- 4:00 pm Day Campers Depart
- 5:15 pm Dinner
- 6:30-8:00 pm Competitions and games (field session 3)
- 8:00 pm Extended day campers depart
- 8:00-9:00 pm Indoor soccer, game room activities
- 10:00 pm Dorm meeting, lights out
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
2026 dates are coming soon.
JOIN THE PRIORITY LISTING BELOW FOR UPDATES WHEN FUTURE SESSIONS ARE ADDED.
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Reviews & Testimonials
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Loved camp
Although my son did not know anyone going to the camp, he made friends immediately and really enjoyed his week at camp. He loved the soccer lessons and liked making new friends. The coaches were top notch and seemed to really enjoy teaching the kids.
May 15, 2025 -
Academy paid off
I go to the University of Illinois in Champaign and I have played as the starting keeper for the last 2 years (thanks to my summers at the soccer academy!) I have just been offered a Division 1 Varsity Soccer scholarship at U of I so I will be rostered with them starting this fall. I owe a lot of where I am today to the time I spent with you as my coaches.
May 15, 2025 -
Exceeded expectations
My son and I continue to talk about the fantastic experience we had during the program. My son is using many tools he acquired at the camp in his games now. The level of organization and coaching met and exceeded our expectations, and the facilities were great!
May 15, 2025
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Great coaches
I want to thank you and all the coaches that worked so hard with my son. He had so much fun and it was a fantastic opportunity for him to become more independent and more responsible. His passion is soccer and he wants to go back next year. Thank you!
May 15, 2025 -
Highly Recommended
I would highly recommend this camp to others of any skill level. After spending the week with this organization I feel more confident in my skills and abilities. This camp allowed me to grow and test my skills against older kids in the advanced session versus the beginner due to my age.
May 15, 2025 -
A lot of fun!
My daughter had a lot of fun at camp. She really felt like she had good trainers to help her. She was very comfortable.
May 15, 2025 -
Wonderful
This was my son's first time to be an overnight camper and he loved it! The bonding aspect was great. These are lifelong friends he's making year over year. Keep location at the beautiful Cate School. And keep the current leadership. Hormoz does a great job and has the kids' interests at heart. Wonderful experience.
May 15, 2025 -
Can not wait to return!
This summer was my daughter's first year with your camp and she loved it. We really noticed an increased level in her playing. My husband, who coaches her GU10 team is very impressed with her skills. She can not wait to return next summer and wants to do 2 sessions!
May 15, 2025 -
Really Great!
The camp was really great! I'd recommend it to anyone, even if you've never played before. It's a great learning experience. You can make new friends very easily!
May 15, 2025 -
Wonderful Experience!
The Soccer Academy is a wonderful experience for true lovers of the game. There are players from all over the world who end up here and their common love for the game is a real bonding experience. Returning year after year, the campers establish potential lifelong friendships. And the level of coaching and intensity of play can't be beat. Hormoz and Wes run a great camp. You (and your player) won't be disappointed.
May 15, 2025 -
A lot of fun!
My daughter had a lot of fun at camp. She really felt like she had good trainers to help her. She was very comfortable.
April 22, 2025 -
Wonderful
This was my son's first time to be an overnight camper and he loved it! The bonding aspect was great. These are lifelong friends he's making year over year. Keep location at the beautiful Cate School. And keep the current leadership. Hormoz does a great job and has the kids' interests at heart. Wonderful experience.
April 22, 2025 -
Loved camp
Although my son did not know anyone going to the camp, he made friends immediately and really enjoyed his week at camp. He loved the soccer lessons and liked making new friends. The coaches were top notch and seemed to really enjoy teaching the kids.
April 22, 2025 -
Really Great!
The camp was really great! I'd recommend it to anyone, even if you've never played before. It's a great learning experience. You can make new friends very easily!
April 22, 2025 -
Gain confidence on and off the field
My son was saying tonight that the camp was a good all around experience. Tim explained to him what he needed to work on and was very positive which gave him the confidence he needed. Tim’s name comes up often when talking about soccer and college. He left a big impression on my son and it shows in his games this year with the high school soccer team. His confidence level is much higher along with his play. Looking forward to seeing next year’s camp schedule.
April 22, 2025 -
Wonderful Experience!
The Soccer Academy is a wonderful experience for true lovers of the game. There are players from all over the world who end up here and their common love for the game is a real bonding experience. Returning year after year, the campers establish potential lifelong friendships. And the level of coaching and intensity of play can't be beat. Hormoz and Wes run a great camp. You (and your player) won't be disappointed.
April 22, 2025 -
Safe and Fun
The safety was my number one concern, with a young overnight camper. They exceeded my expectations there. My son learned a lot and had a lot of fun!
April 22, 2025 -
Happy Camper
I have attended the camp for six years now and have always found it to be a place where I improve my soccer skills along with it being a bonding experience with both teammates and new friends. It's an amazing experience that I look forward to every summer!
April 22, 2025 -
Exceeded expectations
My son and I continue to talk about the fantastic experience we had during the program. My son is using many tools he acquired at the camp in his games now. The level of organization and coaching met and exceeded our expectations, and the facilities were great!
April 22, 2025 -
Great coaches
I want to thank you and all the coaches that worked so hard with my son. He had so much fun and it was a fantastic opportunity for him to become more independent and more responsible. His passion is soccer and he wants to go back next year. Thank you!
April 22, 2025 -
Highly Recommended
I would highly recommend this camp to others of any skill level. After spending the week with this organization I feel more confident in my skills and abilities. This camp allowed me to grow and test my skills against older kids in the advanced session versus the beginner due to my age.
April 22, 2025 -
Can not wait to return!
This summer was my daughter's first year with your camp and she loved it. We really noticed an increased level in her playing. My husband, who coaches her GU10 team is very impressed with her skills. She can not wait to return next summer and wants to do 2 sessions!
April 22, 2025 -
Making new friends.
November 21, 2023 -
Zachary learned so much. Most everyone was supportive and fun. The coaches were amazing. Such a great experience.
August 5, 2023 -
My camper had rave reviews about how fun it was
August 1, 2023 -
Bob and Hermos were incredible people and made my 8 year old feel so welcomed for his first camp.
July 31, 2023 -
My daughter loved her camp counselor Sofia. For her first sleep away and I loved that for 12 and up you had to be club of competive so that she was challenged all week. The director was so personable. She also liked her coach - she was in the 12 year old group.
July 31, 2023 -
Wouldn't stop raving
He wouldn’t stop raving about it. He loved the staff, coach Hormoz, the food, the activities and the facilities. It was his second sleepaway camp of the summer and this one blew the other one away. Thank you!
August 4, 2021 -
Wouldn't stop raving
He wouldn’t stop raving about it. He loved the staff, coach Hormoz, the food, the activities and the facilities. It was his second sleepaway camp of the summer and this one blew the other one away. Thank you!
August 4, 2021 -
Really nice facilities
Jacob enjoyed getting to know different kids and learning new moves. The facilities were really nice and the food was very good. Goalie coach was very nice and helpful.
August 3, 2021 -
The time of her life
This was Davida's fourth year attending the Nike Soccer Camp at the Cate School. Every year she has the time of her life, and she comes home a better soccer player.
August 3, 2021 -
Really nice facilities
Jacob enjoyed getting to know different kids and learning new moves. The facilities were really nice and the food was very good. Goalie coach was very nice and helpful.
August 3, 2021 -
Fun training and great meals
It was really fun to be able to be on my own without my parents and hang out with the other boys in the camp. The soccer training was fun and the meals were great. The one v ones were great and helped me to think fast.
August 3, 2021 -
The time of her life
This was Davida's fourth year attending the Nike Soccer Camp at the Cate School. Every year she has the time of her life, and she comes home a better soccer player.
August 3, 2021 -
Loved every part
Reagan loved every part of camp but if she has to pick a highlight, it would be the scrimmages and her coaches.
August 2, 2021 -
Loved this camp!
She felt the instructors were incredibly knowledgeable. She loved the setting of Cates school. Overall she simply loved this camp! Thank you!
August 2, 2021 -
Loved every part
Reagan loved every part of camp but if she has to pick a highlight, it would be the scrimmages and her coaches.
August 2, 2021 -
Loved this camp!
She felt the instructors were incredibly knowledgeable. She loved the setting of Cates school. Overall she simply loved this camp! Thank you!
August 2, 2021 -
I will definitely be coming next year
I attended the camp and I thought it was very exciting and fun and I will definitely be coming next year the camp is very safe and organized and I'm sure your kid will have a blast! The dorms are very clean and quite spacious too! If you're looking for a fun, good soccer training, great food(lots of varieties), and good coaches this is the place for you.
August 2, 2021 -
Positive Experience
Everyone was very positive and friendly.
August 20, 2019 -
Amazing Time
Christian had an amazing time at the camp he woke up every morning ready to go back. He will be back next year.
August 11, 2019 -
Meeting new people
Davida loved staying in the dorm rooms and having fun with the other campers her age. She said the best part of the camp for her were the training sessions that focused on goalkeeping skills, however she said everything was valuable to her and she enjoyed all of it.
July 27, 2019 -
This was Sebastian's 2nd year and he would like to go back next summer!
Independence, confidence, endurance! Sebastian had a lot of fun at camp. He learned more about playing in the middle of the field and some defense strategies. Overall, camp has been a great experience! This was Sebastian's 2nd year and he would like to go back next summer! Thank you!!!
August 17, 2018 -
This was Sebastian's 2nd year and he would like to go back next summer!
Independence, confidence, endurance! Sebastian had a lot of fun at camp. He learned more about playing in the middle of the field and some defense strategies. Overall, camp has been a great experience! This was Sebastian's 2nd year and he would like to go back next summer! Thank you!!!
August 17, 2018 -
Great Camp
My son had fun and made a lot of new friends. This is a great camp and he learned to play better defense.
August 1, 2018 -
Camp was really fun
My highlights were the games, futsol, swimming, and playing in the lounge with friends. I also learned that stretching is really important before exercising.
July 27, 2018 -
Camp was really fun
My highlights were the games, futsol, swimming, and playing in the lounge with friends. I also learned that stretching is really important before exercising.
July 27, 2018 -
He really grew as a player
My son learned about work ethic and ball skills while continuing to have fun! He really grew as a player and it helped him to be around other players with passion. He improved all aspects of his game from shooting to control.
July 26, 2018