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SUMMER CAMP (AGES 6-14)
Join our world-class Bethesda SC Coaching Staff, plus our collegiate soccer alumni, as they teach you the necessary technical skills and tactics to bring your game to the next level. They will work on a variety of different strategies and techniques for scoring goals through 4v4 and 7v7 games to goal.
Our Day camp has two tracks: an Elite Day Camp and a Day Camp. Bethesda has become a renowned club and has a strong pillar for developing some highly skilled players. The Elite Day Camp brings that philosophy to young boys and girls looking to improve their skills regardless of their level in a dynamic and diverse week-long camp. The Day Camp will allow our campers to train in the Bethesda way, play games, compete in contests, and enjoy a week of soccer camp.
If you have any questions about our summer camp program, please check out our summer camp guide.
EVENING CAMP (AGES 7-11)
Our Evening Camp is structured to give players the tools they need before the fall season. Players will work with our Bethesda coaching staff on tactics and specific in-game scenarios that players will typically face at the highest levels in travel soccer.
All Evening camps will be led by our Bethesda directors, Trevor Martin or Ellis Pierre.
MLS NEXT CAMP (AGES 13-19)
General Information: The Bethesda MLSNext coaching staff will lead four sessions each week, all of which will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The sessions will include the activities that we utilize with the MLSNext teams. This camp is open to rising ages U13 (2013) - U19 (2007).
For Questions on the MLS Next Camp, contact Derek Biss, dbiss@bethesdasoccer.org
ECNL CAMP (AGES 9-19)
General Information: The Bethesda ECNL coaching staff will lead three weeks, all of which will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The sessions will include the activities that we utilize with the ECNL teams. This camp is open to rising ages U9 - U19.
For Questions on the ECNL Camp, contact Kevin Layton, klayton@bethesdasoccer.org
EKKONO CAMP (AGES 9-14)
General Information: WHAT IS EKKONO? The Ekkono Method, a well-regarded soccer training methodology, emphasizes fostering players who excel in game interpretation and decision-making. Conceived over 20 years ago by David Hernández and Carles Romagosa, it's a cognitive soccer training approach aiming to create "smart players" capable of finding intelligent solutions during play. The core objective is to ensure players can accurately interpret the game dynamics and respond effectively, enhancing their overall on-pitch performance. EKKONO IS A FOOTBALL TRAINING METHOD USED BY MORE THAN 40 PROFESSIONAL CLUBS, FOOTBALL FEDERATIONS, AND UNIVERSITIES ALL OVER THE WORLD.
Players that have trained under Ekkono: Christian Pulisic, Andi Sullivan, Cesc Fabregas, Jordi Alba
Clubs/Federations that have used their methodology: PSG, Pachuca, and the Japanese Federation.
JUNIORS CAMP
General Information: Soccer Juniors is Bethesda Soccer’s early childhood program aimed at instilling basic-level skills and a love for soccer. The program focuses on giving players the foundations of passing, dribbling, shooting, organization, and teamwork to apply it later in the older age groups. While the skill sessions are essential, so too is the aspect of fun. Players learn to enjoy the game in an environment that encourages learning and play. Campers are split up according to age group, and each camp session will include games, exercises, and small-sided scrimmages.
For more information on our Soccer Juniors Program, please contact our Juniors Director, Liz Robinson, at lrobinson@bethesdasoccer.org
GOALKEEPER CAMP
General Information: Our Goalkeeper Camp is for players ages ten and up who want to enhance their skills or gain more experience with the position. Campers will work with Zach Wideman, AU Goalkeeper coach, and Derek Biss, BSC GK Director, on their technical skills and in-game intuition.
For Questions on the GK Camp, contact Derek Biss, dbiss@bethesdasoccer.org.
Summer camp guide
Thank you for being interested in our Bethesda SC Summer Camp Program! We are excited to be putting on another year of great summer camp programs for players across the DMV! Below are some common questions about camp.
Bethesda SC runs the Elite Day Camp, Evening Camp, and SSL Hours Camp.
Elite Camp will run from 8:30 am -2:00 pm, each devoted to a specific skill or training situation, followed by short-sided games and technical work. Players will work on tactical training in the second half of camp and participate in scrimmages based on skill level.
Evening camp (6:30-8:30 pm), the high-school-aged players (14 and above) will work on tactical and technical training designed to sharpen players' skills before the fall season. Our older players will work with our MLS Next and ECNL staff on fitness, strength, conditioning, and small-sided activities. The younger campers (13 and younger) will work on their technical training with a syllabus similar to the morning Elite Camp.
High School Training Camp is structured for players to work with our Bethesda coaching staff on tactics and specific in-game scenarios in the morning and then get SSL hours in the afternoon.
Camp schedules will go out weekly on the Friday before camp (around noon-1 pm) and Sunday evening (around 7 pm). Please make sure that your LeagueApps account is set up to receive messages.
Campers should bring a mask, sunscreen, water, a snack (optional), hand sanitizer, sneakers and cleats, shin guards, a soccer ball (labeled with your camper's name), and comfortable clothes.
In terms of sunscreen, please make sure that your kids apply it before each camp session.
Players can be picked up at the Richard Montgomery HS parking lot near the main stadium field (Bethesda SC signage will be near the main gate to help parents). Our coaches are instructed to stay at the location until all players are picked up. We will notify you of any changes to the schedule as early as possible. All camp weather information will be provided via email.
Please contact our Summer Camp Director, Tyler Martin, at camp@bethesdasoccer.org to receive your Summer Camp Discount Guide.
Yes, we do! Please check out our Summer Juniors page for more information.
There will not be an aftercare program this year. Please pick your son/daughter up on time.
If you have questions about how the camp is run/organized, please get in touch with our Summer Camp Director, Tyler Martin, at camp@bethesdasoccer.org.
For accounting questions, please get in touch with the Bethesda SC office at office@bethesdasoccer.org, or you can call the main office at 240-477-2504