Next-Level Soccer Training
IMG Academy soccer camps, ideal for youth campers between the ages of 10-18, focus on individualized player development within a team setting. Campers can choose from a variety of customizable soccer camp programs that offer the ability to build and improve upon skills both on and off the field. We provide the most inclusive youth soccer camp training, including position-specific, strategic, physical and mental training, and an encouraging learning environment, so that you can make the most of your training experience!
Coach Spotlight
MARCELO CARRERA - U17 Development Academy Coach
Marcelo Carrera moved to Bradenton, Fla., in July 2008, where he started working for IMG Academy and helped both the boys and girls programs develop. Marcelo has had over 35 plus years of playing and coaching experience.
Training for Every Skill
Technical
Dribbling/ball control, passing, receiving, shooting/striking and heading.
Tactical
Understand dynamics of play through numbers. 1v1, 2v2 and up to 11v11 drills including attacking, defending and ball movement.
Match Strategy
Speed of play, buildups, changing point of attack, team shape and applying pressure.
Position-specific
Master the unique skills needed at different positions of the field. Making runs, clearing space, sending players through, shutting down an opponent and using angles.
Physical
Maximize speed and agility, build power, increase endurance, aerobic capacity and reduce chance of injury.
Mental
Pre-match routines, preparation, emotional control and addressing adversity.
Available Training Programs
campers start by choosing a camp program
CORE
Group Sport Training
Cutting-edge Training
The foundation of all IMG Academy training programs
BREAKTHROUGH
Individualized Sport Training
Advanced training & Personalized coaching
Designed for athletes with specific development goals
Training Concentrations
focus on areas you need to improve the most with additional training sessions
Strength & Power
Training
Areas of Focus
- Explosive resistance
- Jumping and plyometrics
- Efficient power development
- Correct motor patterns
Speed
Training
Areas of Focus
- Linear acceleration
- Maximum velocity
- Lateral movement
- Multi-directional movement and agility
Mental & Vision
Conditioning
Areas of Focus
- Concentration
- Control
- Confidence
- Composure
- Consistency
- Decision making
- Preparation
Nutrition
Education
Areas of Focus
- The performance plate
- Pre-competition fueling
- Recovery
- Fueling timelines
- Hydration
Leadership
Training
Areas of Focus
- Team building
- Verbal and non-verbal communication
- Identity
- Developing relationships
- Inspiring and empowering yourself and others
SAT/ACT
Education Prep Class
College Testing Prep
Semi-private and individualized classes with our test prep experts helps students prepare for their SAT or ACT college entrance exams. Instructors use official testing materials and offer techniques to help take the exams with confidence.
ESL
Education Prep Class
English Language Learning
As an official TOEFL test site, we understand the hard work and dedication needed to pass it. Athletes can prepare for TOEFL testing at IMG Academy with 5 hours of English classes/TOEFL prep classes during each week of camp.
Pro Tip
You can change your concentration weekly when you book a camp for multiple weeks.
What Our Campers Say
After spending three intense weeks working on my game, I came home ready for my season as a stronger, faster and more confident player. My coach recognized my improvement and moved me up from JV to Varsity!
Coming to IMG for three weeks changed my soccer game forever. The skills my coaches taught me are ones that have helped me become the college soccer player I am today.
My passion is soccer, and I chose IMG to improve my game. I learned so many new techniques in only one week of training. The campus is amazing and I met lots of friends. I'm only 11, but my dream would be to live on campus and attend IMG as a student-athlete.
Soccer Technology & Facilities
Campers Train Here
- 20+ grass fields for soccer practices and games
- Soccer-specific stadium attached to a dedicated soccer building with locker rooms, meeting rooms for players and teams, and coaches' offices
Performance & Sports Science Center
- Mind Gym for mental conditioning sessions and vision training
- Fit Lights, DynaBoard, and cognitive perceptive technology
- Strength and conditioning equipment
- Classrooms for nutrition and leadership training
Modern Sleepaway
Year-round performance and world-class amenities
Attending a summer soccer camp helps young athletes better prepare for their upcoming season. At IMG’s summer soccer camp, youth athletes work with world-class coaches, take part in multiple daily training sessions, and experience in-game competitive situations, all geared towards improving their performance during the season.
We offer day and overnight boys soccer camps, summer, winter, spring break, and other seasonal camps, as well as special rates for teams and groups who want to book together. Our sleepaway soccer camps give youth athletes the opportunity to have fun and connect off the field while also strengthening their connections on the field. Overnight soccer camp offers the opportunity to sleepover at Ascender Residence Halls with access to campus amenities 24 hours a day and a full team of residential mentors.
Stay Local. Play Here.
A perfect option for youth soccer campers or for families on vacation in the Sarasota and Bradenton area, many on and off-campus housing options are available for adults and families, including the Legacy Hotel, The Lodge, Academy Park Villas, Ritz-Carlton, Holiday Inn Express and Suites and more, including beachfront resorts.
Enhance Your Camp
Florida’s premier theme parks and attractions are located just minutes away from IMG Academy.
Youth soccer campers can take advantage of our chaperoned, off-campus excursions and visit some of the best excursions the state has to offer. Trips include Busch Gardens, Disney's Magic Kingdom, Universal Studios Orlando, and The Tampa Bay Rays.
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