CAMPS & LEAGUES
TRY A SHORT-TERM CAMP OR LEAGUE
At Elite FT, we’re always offering seasonal camps & leagues in different communities. What a great chance to give us a try, keep your child active, or try something new!
Check out our upcoming programs below. Click to learn more and to sign up!
School's Out FUN Camp When "School's Out, FUN Camp" is IN! The Sports Academy in Glen Carbon
Soccer Skills Camp at The Sports Academy
Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League
Elite FT Skills Lab Take your technical game to the next level in the Elite FT Skills Lab—an exclusive, high-intensity training experience designed for players who want to improve faster. Limited to just 5 players , each session provides individualized coaching, constant feedback, and hundreds of ball touches in a focused training environment. Every activity is completed independently, allowing players of varying ages and skill levels to develop at their own pace while being challenged to reach their technical potential. Week 1 – Ball Mastery Build the foundation of every great player by developing exceptional control with every surface of both feet. Increase confidence, coordination, and comfort on the ball through challenging technical exercises. Week 2 – Speed on the Ball Learn to control the ball at top speed. Players will improve quickness, ball manipulation, and the ability to dribble with confidence while maintaining close control under pressure and in tight spaces. Week 3 – First Touch A great first touch creates the next play. Players will learn to receive the ball with purpose, positioning it for their next pass, dribble, or shot instead of simply stopping it. Week 4 – Soccer IQ Train your mind as much as your feet. Through Elite FT's Fast Feet equipment, players will improve scanning, awareness, decision-making, and the ability to think one step ahead of the game. Details: Session 1 Monday Option - October 26; November 2, 9, 16 5:00pm - 2nd/3rd (U8-U9) (Week 1, October 26, will begin at 4:15pm) 6:00pm - 4th/5th (U10-U11) 7:00pm - 6th-8th (U12-U14) Thursday Option - October 29; November 5, 12, 19 5:00pm - 2nd/3rd (U8-U9) 6:00pm - 4th/5th (U10-U11) 7:00pm - 6th-8th (U12-U14) Session 2 Monday Option - November 23, 30; December 7, 14 5:00pm - 2nd/3rd (U8-U9) 6:00pm - 4th/5th (U10-U11) 7:00pm - 6th-8th (U12-U14) Thursday Option - December 3, 10, 17 & Tuesday, December 22 5:00pm - 2nd/3rd (U8-U9) 6:00pm - 4th/5th (U10-U11) 7:00pm - 6th-8th (U12-U14) Cost: $108 (4 sessions) or Drop In - $32 each includes a class shirt with full session purchase Registration Deadline: Session 1 - Monday, October 19 Session 2 - Monday, November 16 Location: The Annex (inside The Sports Academy-101 The Game Dr, Glen Carbon, IL 62034)
Futsal Academy Camp
Athletic Performance Camp Speed • Power • Explosiveness • Movement
Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League
Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League
Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League
Come join us for our 18th Annual Elite FT Holiday Camp! This camp can be described in two words: FUN SOCCER! Players spend enough time throughout the year being serious. Our Holiday Camp is the area's most popular camp for a single reason... we have fun ALL DAY LONG! What: 18th Annual Holiday Camp Who: Grades K-8; Goalkeeper Option Grades 3-8 Dates: December 28, 29 & 30 Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm *$10/camp per child or $5/day per child early drop off AND/OR late pick-up, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM; 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Where: The Sports Academy (101 The Game Dr, Glen Carbon, IL 62034) Camp Options: 1, 2, or all 3 days Price: $95-$185; if you register after December 12, there will be a $15 late registration fee applied to your order Registration Deadline is Friday, December 12-late registrations will not receive a 2026 camp shirt We will send notification when shirts are in if you would like to pick them up early to put under the tree. If you do not pick your shirt up early, you can pick them up on your first day of camp. Campers should wear their camp shirts on Day 1 and Day 3. On Day 2, campers should wear their ‘Favorite Soccer Shirt'. Some of the fun activities include: EFT Olympics with Gold Medal Ceremony Bosco's Birthday Party The ever-so-popular game "TAKE A HIKE!" North Pole visit including gift exchange GOALKEEPERS Goalkeeper Games will be a part of Holiday Camp again this year. EFT Goalkeeper Academy coaches will work exclusively with the keepers in the mornings for technical training. In the afternoon, they will join the field players for live action. Example of daily timeline of activities: 9:00-9:45am - Fun Group Warmup/Game 9:45-11:15am - Small group stations *10:30-10:45am - Snack break 11:15am-12:00pm - Scrimmage 12:00-12:30pm - Lunch 12:30-1:00pm - Fun Lunch Games 1:00-1:45pm - Fun Group Warmup 1:45-3:15pm - Small group stations *2:30-2:45pm - Snack break 3:15pm-4:00pm - Scrimmage Additional Notes: Lunch will be provided to campers each day. However, please send plenty of snacks and drinks with your child. It’s better for them to come home with extra than to run out. Snacks and drinks can be purchased from The Sports Academy concession stand. An online ordering link will be added here and emailed as we get closer to the start of camp. As a reminder, if you are sending your kiddos with money, please have a conversation with them about keeping their money safe. All campers will need to keep their money in their bags unless they are actively using it. On day 3 of camp, stations are shortened and scrimmages end by 3:15pm in order to prepare for the grand finale of camp, which consists of our visitor from the North Pole, Gift Exchange and Annual Olympic Gold Medal Ceremony. In order for your child to take part in the gift exchange, we ask for you to send in a wrapped gift that costs $5 but no more than $10 (no gift cards please) and is gender neutral.
