Elite Summer Soccer Camp | Lud's Soccer Academy

Camp Summary

Championship-Level Training, Right Here in the River Valley

The Lud's Soccer Academy Elite Summer Soccer Camp brings elite-level technical instruction directly to the Clarksville High School Football/Soccer Complex. This structured, 2-week program is designed to maximize touches on the ball, sharpen tactical awareness, and enhance overall soccer IQ.

Under the direct guidance of Coach Lud Elizondo and Coach Truman Hensley, players experience a curriculum built on the same foundations used by top-tier youth academies and championship programs.

Who the Camp is For

Beginners (4–6): Fun, high-energy intro focused on coordination, motor skills, and basic ball control.
Recreational (7–12): Polish foundational skills, build confidence, and master 1v1 situations.
Advanced & HS (13–18): High-tempo tactical environments, positional awareness, and match preparation.

Schedule

Camp Dates & Rounds

Three flexible blocks across June and July. Choose the schedule that fits your family.

Round 1 · June Block

Tuesday · June 9
Thursday · June 11
Tuesday · June 16
Thursday · June 18

Round 2 · Early July

Tuesday · July 7
Thursday · July 9
Tuesday · July 14
Thursday · July 16

Round 3 · Late July

Tuesday · July 21
Thursday · July 23
Tuesday · July 28
Thursday · July 30

Important: Academy operations pause from June 22 to July 2 for scheduled summer travel. No sessions will be held during this window.

🕔 Camp Start Time

Camp starts at 5:00 PM each day. Players should arrive 10 minutes early for check-in, water, and group placement.

Arriving early ensures your player is set and ready at kick-off and gets the most out of every session.

📍 Location

Clarksville High School Football/Soccer Complex
Clarksville, AR 72830

Lud's Soccer Academy Summer Camp will be held at the Clarksville High School Football/Soccer Complex. Parents may stay or drop off.

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Pricing

Camp Pricing & Registration

Round 1 — Introductory Rate

All registrations for Round 1 are at the introductory discounted rate — no early deadline required.

Age Group	Session Length	Price (All Registrations)
Ages 4–6	30 minutes	$40
Ages 7–18	1 hour	$80

Rounds 2 & 3

Lock in the Early Registration rate by registering at least 14 days before your round begins.

Age Group	Session Length	Early Registration	Standard Registration
Ages 4–6	30 minutes	$40	$50
Ages 7–18	1 hour	$80	$95

Multi-Round Discount: Your first round is full price — each additional round you register for receives 12.5% off, applied automatically on the registration form. Only one camp shirt is provided per player, even when attending multiple rounds.

Registration is OPEN. All players registered for Round 1 will receive a camp shirt — guaranteed regardless of registration timing. For Rounds 2 and 3, shirt sizes are guaranteed when registration is completed at least 10 days before your round begins. Late registrations are welcome — shirt sizes subject to availability.

Included

What Every Player Receives

4 comprehensive training sessions led by elite championship staff
Official Lud's Soccer Academy Summer Camp shirt
Personalized verbal evaluation and developmental feedback
Direct access to a highly competitive, supportive environment
Small-sided games and high-repetition training blocks

Curriculum

Core Training Focus

Ball Mastery & First Touch Dribbling & 1v1 Moves Passing & Receiving Shooting & Finishing Speed, Agility & Quickness Attacking & Defending Small-Sided Games Soccer IQ & Decision Making

Every session blends technical drills, tactical breakdowns, competitive functional activities, and live scrimmages. Coaches make real-time adjustments to keep every athlete in their "stretch zone" — challenged but capable.

What to Bring to Camp

Soccer cleats (athletic shoes are acceptable for ages 4–6)
Shin guards — mandatory for all sessions
Properly inflated soccer ball (Size 3 ages 4–7, Size 4 ages 8–12, Size 5 ages 13+)
Refillable water bottle labeled with player's name
Sunscreen applied before arrival

Weather & Refund Policy

Safety is our baseline priority. If sessions are canceled due to severe lightning or extreme heat advisories, make-up windows will be scheduled on the immediate Wednesday of that training week.

No cash refunds will be processed once a round commences; however, credits can be transferred to future camp rounds.