The Florida Soccer School offers one of the most elite and professionally run Residential and Day Camps throughout Florida. We feature one of the best coaching staffs in the entire country and are known for our level of expertise in teaching, breaking down the game, and building player's confidence through detailed instruction and positive feedback.
For your convenience, our camps are separated by Residential and Day Camps below:
RESIDENTIAL CAMPS
ELITE RESIDENTIAL ACADEMY
Best Choice To Maximize Learning & Development
📅 5 Days / 4 Nights (June 15 - 19 & July 13 - 17)
👥 Coaching Staff: Pro, College, and National Team Coaches
Our Elite Residential Academy offers an unparalleled learning environment for players serious about improving their game. The extended camp length allows for deep development through:
✅ Intensive collegiate and professional-level training
✅ In-depth video analysis and tactical breakdowns
✅ Detailed instruction from elite coaches
🔹 Best for: Younger players 9 to 16 years of age. If you are an 8th grader or freshmen in high school and looking for in-depth skill development this program is best for you as it is too early to be recruited by college coaches.
IDX SUMMER BOYS COLLEGE ID CAMP
Best for College Recruiting Exposure
📅 3 Days / 2 Nights (July 10 - 12)
👥 Coaching Staff: 15-20 College Coaches from All Levels
The IDX Summer College ID Camp is designed for players who are actively looking to be recruited and also keep learning. This camp gives players the opportunity to compete in front of top college coaches, while still incorporating a strong teaching component through:
✅ Collegiate-level training sessions
✅ Video analysis and tactical board talks
✅ Exposure to top college coaches
🔹 Best for: Juniors, seniors, and gap-year players who need important college exposure to aid in the recruiting process.
WHAT ABOUT FRESHMAN & SOPHOMORES?
At this stage, most players will not be recruited yet, so the priority should be on learning and development rather than exposure. The IDX Summer College ID Camp is still a great option because we make teaching a priority by having college coaches lead a variety of learning opportunities:
✅ It allows younger players to compete against older, stronger athletes
✅ Multiple learning opportunities (not just showcase play). Video Analysis, Collegiate Training Sessions, and Tactical Talks led by college coaches.
✅ Recruiting tips & top learning environment to prepare Players to stand-out in the future
🔹 We recommend freshmen & sophomores attend the IDX Summer College ID Camp so they can continue prioritizing their development so they can stand out in the future when recruiting matters most.
WHAT ABOUT 8TH GRADERS?
For 8th graders, we highly recommend the Elite Residential Academy due to:
✅ Longer duration (more time for coaches to build a relationship and impact development)
✅ High-level coaching staff (pro, college, and national team experience)
✅ Build confidence by working with top Pro, National Team, & Collegiate Coaches.
🔹 The IDX Summer College IDCamp can still be a good option, but only if the player is going with older teammates or friends and wants to compete against older players. The physical gap between an 8th grader and a freshman or sophomore can oftentimes be significant and restrict the amount of learning opportunities for the player. For this reason, the Elite Residential Academy could be a better fit for development at this stage.
FINAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Elite Residential Academy: This program is best for younger players 9 - 16 years of age (including 8th graders and some 9th graders or sophomores) focused on learning and development.
IDX Summer College ID Camp: Best for high school aged players, including upperclassmen (juniors, seniors, gap-year players) who need college exposure and also players in 9th and 10th grade.
Both camps provide exceptional coaching, high-level training, and valuable learning opportunities—it just depends on your child and their current stage.
Still have questions? We're happy to help! Contact us at any time by email, admin@thefloridasoccerschool.com, or by phone, (813) 999 – 2163.
JUNE
15 - 19
ELITE RESIDENTIAL ACADEMY TAMPA / ST PETE
JULY
13- 17
ELITE RESIDENTIAL ACADEMY
VERO BEACH
SUMMER BOYS
COLLEGE ID CAMP
JULY
10- 12
FINAL RECOMMENDATION
Elite Residential Academy: This program is ideal for younger players (including 8th graders and some 9th graders or sophomores) that are focused on learning and maximizing their development.
IDX Summer College ID Camp: This camp is best for upperclassmen (juniors, seniors, gap-year players) who need college exposure and also players in 9th and 10th grade. While some 8th and 9th graders should consider the Elite Residential Academy, those players who want to play against older players and be exposed to college recruitment should choose this program.
Both camps provide exceptional coaching, high-level training, and valuable learning opportunities—it just depends on your child and their current stage.
Still have questions? We're happy to help! Contact us at any time by email, admin@thefloridasoccerschool.com, or by phone, (813) 999 – 2163.