Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register?

You can either sign up online through our website or you can email us at pennsocceracademy@verizon.net to receive a brochure. OR Simply complete the application and mail it to us with a $200 deposit and you will be registered. Download an application by clicking here.

   

When are balances due?

Your balance is due June 1st. A late fee of $25 will be added to unpaid balances after June 1st.
If you sign up online, we have an auto balance payment which automatically charges the balance due on June 1st using the credit card you sign up with. That way, you don’t even have to remember to pay your balance. It is done for you. There is a $30 fee for returned checks.

Is there a late registration?

Yes. We accept registrations up to 48 hours prior to camp check in. However, if you register after June 1st for ANY camp FULL PAYMENT of registration fees is required. Most of our residential camps sell out by late May or early June.   
Registration for any camp AFTER July 1st will be subject to a late registration fee of $25 added to the tuition fee.

What kind of Confirmation will I get after I have registered and before camp begins?

If you register online you will receive an immediate confirmation including directions. If you register by mail your canceled check is your initial confirmation.

During early May you will receive an email from us reminding you of any balances due and with directions to camp and a list of what to bring.   You MUST provide an email address (please print legibly) for your confirmation and other camp information subsequent to registering.

Our website will have all of this information for you. You can reprint all confirmation information and get directions from the site.

Do you have a wait list?

Yes we do. Most of our residential camps sell out by mid to late June. If you want to be placed on the wait list simply contact the camp office, send in your registration by mail ONLY along with the full registration fee and we will hold your spot. If a spot does not open up all fees will be returned in full.

Can Teams attend?

Yes they are encouraged to attend and they often do – in all of our camps. Teams will train as a team as be assigned a head coach from our staff along with an asst coach. We will consult with the team coach about strengths and weaknesses that they would like to be addressed. They will play as a team in our 11v11 scrimmages against other teams. If you only send a partial team (15 or less) other players of like age will be added to the group to make a full group for training and playing purposes.

How do teams register?

For Team Member Online Registration:

In order to receive a team discount ONE person/manager from the team must serve as a contact with the camp office to coordinate the team registration.

1. To register by mail: the manager should collect ALL Team applications and mail them in with ONE team check for $200 per player. This contact must also serve as a contact with the camp office for room list needs and other special arrangements.

2. To register online: The manager/coach can go online and create a team account. The team can then sign up paying a $200 deposit using the team account login info. The team discount will be deducted from the balance due June 1st that will automatically be charged. The coach can also see who has registered by checking the team account page.

Team discounts for all camps are as follows for the Advanced and College Prep Camps:

15-19 Players        $35 per player

20+ Players        $50 per player

What do I need to bring to overnight Camp?

Here is a suggested list of things to bring:
Fan – for your room, Swimming stuff, Sunscreen, Water Jug (water is provided at the fields), Running shoes or flats for play indoors, Bed linens inc: pillow, sheets, Towels,
Plenty of t shirts and socks, Ball (you will receive a ball at check in but many choose not to use it as it looks like everyone else’s), Shinguards, Alarm Clock, Snack Money.

What is in the camp Store?

Each night you can order pizza, pick up drinks, snacks, candy etc.. We also sell Penn Soccer/Nike merchandise.

Do I need a physical in order to attend?

No. As long as you consult your physician and have your parents sign the waiver, you are ok.

Is there a Key Deposit?

There is a $30 key deposit due at check in. Cash or check is fine. It is returned when you return the key! (Checks payable to Darren Ambrose Soccer Camps)

What is the Refund policy?

Cancelling prior to May 1st All monies will be returned minus a $50 processing fee

Cancelling from to May 1st to TWO weeks prior to the first day of your selected camp all monies will be returned minus a $200 Deposit ($100 for day camps) NO EXCEPTIONS

Cancelling within 14 days of campyou will receive a credit for the tuition fee that you have paid that is good toward next year's camp. NO EXCEPTIONS

What if I have to leave during camp OR do not show up after registering?

There are no refunds or credits for campers who leave camp early for any reason or do not check in for camp after registering and do not notify the camp office prior to the first day of camp.   We cannot prorate your registration fees based on any early departure.

If I fly to camp is there transportation available to get me to the camp?

Yes for the College Prep camp ONLY. Each year we have as many as 25 people fly into camp. We contract with a shuttle service that picks you up from Philadelphia International airport and will return you there after camp. One of our staff will be at the airport to meet you and ride on the shuttle to camp. The cost is $100 round trip. We ask that you arrive no later than 1:30pm on the first day of camp and depart no sooner than 3pm on the last day of camp.   If you cannot find flights that fit this itinerary please contact the camp office at pennsocceracademy@verizon.net   Flight itineraries should be sent to the camp office no later than July 1st.