10 Things Your Camper Can Look Forward to at RCSC

Summer is just around the corner, and at Royal City Soccer Club, we’re gearing up for another summer season of soccer, smiles, and sun-soaked memories. Whether your child is a budding soccer star or just looking for a fun-filled summer, here are 10 exciting experiences they can anticipate at our camp:

⚽ 1. Learning Soccer Skills

At our camp, your child will ‘master’ exciting soccer skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork play. With amazing camp staff fun drills, campers build confidence, enhance technique, and ignite their passion for the game.

🏊 2. Amazing camp staff

At Royal City Soccer Club, our passionate, experienced camp staff create a welcoming environment filled with fun and learning! Committed to camper safety and enthusiastic about inspiring children and fostering friendships, they are aiming to deliver unforgettable summer memories. Trust our amazing team to make this your child’s best summer ever!

🏅 3. Camp Soccer Ball and Medal

Every camper receives a Royal City Soccer Club soccer ball and a medal at the end of the week, celebrating their achievements and providing a keepsake of their summer adventure.

👥 4. Building Friendships

Camp is a fantastic place to make new friends…maybe the best thing to come out of the week. Through team activities and shared experiences, campers forge lasting bonds and learn the value of teamwork and camaraderie.

🧠 5. Life Skills Development

Beyond soccer, our camp emphasizes the growth of essential life skills such as leadership, communication, and resilience. These lessons are woven into daily activities, helping campers grow both on and off the field.

🌍 6. Inclusive Environment

We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where every camper feels valued and supported, regardless of their background or skill level.

🕒 7. Flexible Scheduling (…this one is for the parents lol)

With options for full-day and morning-only sessions, as well as extended care (before and after care), our camp accommodates various family schedules, making it convenient for parents and fun for kids.

📍 8. Locations all over

With over 100 locations across Canada in 7 provinces, there is a very good chance of several camp locations near you. 

🎉 9. Themes and Special Events

Our camps feature exciting theme weeks, days and special events that add an extra layer of fun and creativity, ensuring each week is a unique experience.  It’s also not unusual to be graced with a visit from local firefighters, police or Professional Soccer Players.

📸 10. Memorable Moments

From action shots on the field to candid moments with friends, our camp captures the joy and excitement of summer, providing memories that campers and parents will cherish.

Ready to give your child an unforgettable summer experience? Visit royalsoccer.com to learn more and register today!

More Than Just Soccer: Character-Building at Royal City Soccer Club Camps

At Royal City Soccer Club (RCSC), we believe that summer camp is about more than just perfecting your penalty kick or mastering the pass. It’s about nurturing young minds, fostering friendships, and building character that lasts a lifetime.

⚽ Beyond the Ball: Life Lessons on the Field

While our campers, aged 5 to 13, engage in daily soccer drills, scrimmages, and the much-anticipated “Royal Cup” tournaments, they’re also absorbing invaluable life skills. Through teamwork, they learn collaboration; through challenges, they build resilience; and through victories and defeats, they develop humility and sportsmanship.

🤝 Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Our camp environment encourages campers to support one another, celebrate each other’s successes, and work collectively towards common goals. These experiences lay the foundation for strong interpersonal skills, teaching kids the importance of communication, empathy, and cooperation.

🏅 Confidence Through Achievement

There’s nothing quite like the glow of a child who has just scored their first goal or mastered a new skill. At RCSC, we celebrate these milestones, big and small, fostering a sense of accomplishment and boosting self-esteem. Each camper leaves with a medal, not just for participation, but as a symbol of their personal growth and achievements throughout the week.

🏊‍♂️ A Well-Rounded Experience

Our full-day sessions offer more than just soccer. Afternoons are filled with traditional camp games and recreational swims, providing a balanced mix of physical activity and relaxation. These diverse experiences ensure that campers develop a range of skills and interests, all while having fun.

🌟 Role Models and Mentors

Our dedicated staff, many of whom are former campers themselves, serve as positive role models. They bring enthusiasm, experience, and a genuine passion for mentoring the next generation. Through their guidance, campers learn leadership, responsibility, and the value of giving back.

🏆 Join the RCSC Family

Our dedicated staff, many of whom are former campers themselves, serve as positive role models. They bring enthusiasm, experience, and a genuine passion for mentoring the next generation. Through their guidance, campers learn leadership, responsibility, and the value of giving back.

At Royal City Soccer Club, we’re not just building better soccer players—we’re building better people.

10 Things You Didn’t Know about Royal City Soccer Club!

1. March Madness Giveaway – Win a Signed Jersey!

We’re kicking things off with a bang! Register for camp by March 31, 2025, and you’ll automatically be entered into a draw to WIN 1 of 3 authentic signed jerseys from soccer legends Pelé, Robert Lewandowski, or Christian Pulisic! Already registered? You’re already in the draw!

2. Flexible Drop-Off & Pick-Up Times

We get it—schedules can be hectic! That’s why we offer affordable extended care options to make life easier.

  • Morning drop-off: 8:00 – 8:30 AM
  • Pick-up for morning campers: 12:30 – 1:00 PM
  • Pick-up for full-day campers: 4:30 – 5:00 PM

The best part? It’s only $30 per week per camper for either early drop-off or extended pick-up—or get both for just $50 total per week!

3. Global Impact

You might know that we support local communities by providing camp opportunities for children in financial need. But did you know we also make a difference worldwide? Each year, we donate hundreds of weeks of camp to over 70 organizations across Canada, and we also provide soccer balls and equipment to underprivileged communities around the world. Click here to learn more about RCSC Around the World!

4. 33 Years of Soccer & Smiles!

If you’re new to Royal City Soccer Club, here’s a fun fact: we’ve been running our grassroots summer camps for 33 years! It all started in 1993 in the Royal City of Guelph, Ontario, and we’ve been growing ever since!

5. We Keep Expanding!

Big news—we’re launching in New Brunswick this summer! That means our beloved soccer camps will now be available in seven provinces across Canada, bringing even more fun and skill-building to kids coast to coast!

6. More Than Just Soccer – Life Skills Matter!

Yes, we’re all about staying active and having fun, but we also focus on teaching valuable life skills. Campers learn leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence-building through the beautiful game of soccer. These skills stay with them long after the summer ends!

7. Special Guests!

Every summer, some lucky campers get to meet some incredible role models! From soccer superstars like Christine Sinclair, Jonathan Osorio, and Canadian Premier League players to local heroes like firefighters and police officers, you never know who might drop by to inspire the next generation of players!

8. Thousands of Smiles, One Incredible Summer!

Did you know that since 1993 we have hosted over 350,000 children aged 5 to 13 at our camps. But not only that, we’ve employed 5,000 staff and thousands of volunteers during our 33 year adventure. It’s been an incredible journey, and we can’t wait to keep the fun going!

9. Weekly & Daily Theme Days!

Did you know our camps have exciting weekly themes? We bring creative energy to the field with themes like Superheroes, Hollywood, and Rock Stars! Plus, every day features special activities based on the theme, making each week at camp a brand-new adventure!

10. Secret Camper Perks!

Every camper gets a soccer ball on their first day and a mystery medal (shh!…surprise revealed on Friday)! Plus, if you attend five or more weeks, you’ll receive another ball and medal—just a little extra something to celebrate an unforgettable summer!

Excited to be part of the biggest grassroots soccer camp in Canada? Secure your spot now and get ready for an amazing summer! ⚽🌞