Power Soccer School of Excellence

Transcript of our interview with Logan, Power Soccer School of Excellence: Director Interview

What makes your camp unique?

What makes our camp unique is our excellent coaching staff. Parents consistently give great feedback about how engaged our coaches are and how well they involve every camper, regardless of skill level.

Our team includes high school and university students as well as experienced adult coaches. Each brings a unique perspective from their competitive soccer background and years of coaching experience.
 

What type of child is successful at your camp?

Power Soccer helps kids succeed in our camps and programs by encouraging creativity, imagination, and a willingness to make mistakes. 

Our program focuses on skill development through an all-ball approach, meaning all training is done with the ball to maximize improvement and build confidence. We also emphasize fair play and respect between players and coaches to promote inclusiveness and ensure everyone enjoys their time at the camp. 
 

Is the schedule structured or is it more open?

We offer flexible schedules for participants and their families. Our full-day camp runs from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with half-day options: mornings from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and afternoons from 12:45 PM to 3:30 PM. We also provide morning care from 8:00 to 9:00 AM and after care from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. Campers can attend full or half days across different weeks.
Outside of summer, we run weekly programs year-round. These sessions range from one to one and a half hours, depending on age, and are available on various weeknights, after school, and on weekends in the mornings or early afternoons.
 

How do your staff deal with behavioral issues?

Behavioral issues are dealt with on a case-by-case basis. Each group has a head coach and assistant coaches. The head coach will first try to resolve any issues by addressing them directly with the player or players involved. If the issue persists, then it'll be brought to the attention of the camp supervisor or camp director. The camp director or supervisor will discuss the situation with the parent, either through a phone call or in person, to work together and find a solution that addresses the issue.

What do campers value most about their experience at camp?

Campers value the skills they learn and can take with them outside of camp. Players receive positive feedback throughout the week and, on the last day, they get a player report that highlights their strengths and areas for improvement. Many kids appreciate this support and presentation at the end of the week.

Campers also form new friendships as they meet a lot of new faces, and many return year after year for the great experience. They often ask their parents to re-register each year.

What message do you have for new campers?

Come prepared to have fun and learn lots of new skills. Throughout the week, we focus on soccer, strength and agility work, and we mix things up with Power Soccer World Cup and Power Soccer Olympics. You'll meet new friends, new coaches, and get the chance to learn and improve your skills.

And don't worry about making mistakes! Whether you have experience or not, even if you've never played soccer before, it's okay. Our coaches will do their best to get you involved, make sure you're learning, and, most importantly, having fun.