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“Play Fast, Play Strong” Performance Summer Camp Registration

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO ALL PLAYERS AGED U11-U13 REGARDLESS OF CLUB AFFILIATION.
Duration: July 7th to August 8th, 2025
Cost: $325/Participant
Location: Macron Performance Centre
Camp Overview:
Play Fast, Play Strong: Performance Camp is designed for soccer players looking to elevate their game through structured physical development. This six-week program integrates speed, strength, agility, and power training to optimize performance on the field. Each session is built around soccer-specific movement patterns, athletic conditioning, and competitive drills to improve quickness, power output endurance, and injury resilience.
Led by Chase Wetherell and Jermaine Bucknor, along with the other members of the Sports Science Department, players will develop the physical and mental attributes needed for high-level competition, including decision-making under pressure, confidence in physical duels, and endurance for sustained performance. Whether you’re looking to gain an edge over your competition or build a foundation for long-term success, this camp will help you train with purpose and play with power.
In addition to on-field training, the camp will feature special guest speakers, covering essential topics such as Performance Nutrition, Sleep & Recovery, and Mental Preparation to give athletes the tools to perform at their peak.
Weekly Outline:
Week 1: July 7 – 11
- Monday, July 7: Welcome & Performance Testing (Speed, Strength, Agility Benchmarks)
- Wednesday, July 9: Strength & Mobility Fundamentals (Build A Strong Foundation)
- Friday, July 11: Acceleration & Change of Direction Drills
Week 2: July 14 – 18
- Monday, July 14: Pylometric Power Development
- Wednesday: July 16: Top-End Speed & Sprint Mechanics
- Friday, July 18: Reactive Agility & Decision-Making Drills
MIDCAMP BREAK: July 21 – 25
- No Formal Programming
- Purpose: Recovery, reset and fun before the final high-performance phase.
Week 3: July 28 – August 1
- Monday, July 28: Speed Endurance & Game Speed Conditioning
- Wednesday, July 3o: Strength Training for Soccer-Specific Movements
- Friday, August 1: Soccer-Specific Agility & Position-Based Movement Drills
Week 4: August 4 – 8
- Monday, August 4: Recovery Techniques & Injury Prevention
- Wednesday, August 6: Performance Testing & Progress Tracking
- Friday, August 8: Competitive Drills, Small-Sided Games & Final Ceremony
*Specific day content is subject to change based on athlete needs and guest speaker availability.
What to Bring:
- Athletic attire & proper footwear
- Water bottle
- Towel & Sunscreen
- Positive attitude and work ethic
To register for the Play Fast, Play Strong: Performance Camp, please click the link above. If you have any questions or difficulties with the schedule, please reach out to Chase Wetherell (chase@gofoothills.ca), on how we can best accommodate your athlete.
Details
- Start: July 7, 2025 @ 1:00 pm
- End: August 8, 2025 @ 3:00 pm
- Cost: $325
- Event Category: Youth Club
- Website: https://gofoothills.ca/play-fast-play-strong-performance-summer-camp-registration-now-open-for-ages-u11-u13/
Organizer
- Calgary Foothills Soccer Club
- Email admin@gofoothills.ca
Venue
- Macron Performance Centre
-
111 Exploration Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta T2B 2T4 Canada + Google Map - Phone 403-225-9388