2025 Soccer Summer Camp: Serving Philadelphia, PA Area Boys Players
Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Ave, Haverford, PA 19041
CAMP DATES
SESSION 1: July 21-24, 2025
(Overnight & Extended Day Only)
*LESS THAN 10 SPOTS REMAINING
Directed by Jake Dowiak & Staff
AGE & ABILITY GROUP
Revolution Soccer Camp is open to kids & teens ages 5 to 18. Campers will be grouped based on age and ability levels. Portions of the camp will be co-ed.
CAMP FEES
Overnight Camp: $729
Extended Day (9am – 8:30pm): $599
See “Check-In & Check-Out” below for exact times
* Team Discounts Available: Please click here for more information
OVERVIEW
Revolution Soccer Camps is excited to announce a boys soccer camp at Haverford College in Haverford, PA this summer. Downtown Philadelphia is just 8 miles from the stunningly beautiful campus.
At camp, campers will have the opportunity to train with our elite level coaches while getting the chance to play on the school’s athletic fields and stay in the dorms on campus. Each camper will receive individual instruction and will compete in a fun and energetic environment.
Don’t miss out on your chance to take your game to the next level this summer!
Camp Director
Dowiak was named as an assistant coach for the East Carolina soccer program on February 24, 2025.
Dowiak joins the Pirates after three seasons at St. Joe’s. While with the Hawks, he helped the team to the A-10 Semifinals in 2022 and 2024 while guiding two players to All-Rookie honors and one to First-Team All-Conference honors, Dowiak came to Saint Joseph’s after serving as an assistant coach with Rutgers-Camden’s men’s team in 2021. In his season with the Scarlet Raptors, Dowiak helped the program advance to the semifinals of the ECAC Championship, while four student-athletes garnered NJAC postseason honors.
Along with experience at the collegiate level, Dowiak had coached at the ECNL level for 3 season with FC Delco Girls Program in Conshohocken, PA. Working primarily with the U19 team in each of his seasons, he helped the club prepare their oldest players prepare for their transitions into the collegiate game. He also holds a “C” license with the FAW and his “D” license with US Soccer, as he prepares to obtain his “C” license in the US.
Previously, Dowiak has served as an assistant coach with the Ocean City Nor’easters and spent four years as the assistant director of coaching for the Cherry Hill Football Club. He also led the boys’ soccer program as head coach of Bishop Eustace Preparatory for six years, leading the Crusaders to a pair of conference championships.
Dowiak earned a bachelor’s degree in English at Rutgers-Camden. He is supported by his wife, Jacki, and his two sons, Sebastian and Rome, who are all thrilled to be a part of Pirate Nation.
What to Expect
At Revolution Soccer Camps you’ll receive individualized soccer training through a superior curriculum regardless your age or ability level. We want young soccer players to improve in every aspect of their game; our camps put a focus on individual skill development while incorporating drills and matches to emphasize teamwork.
Features of our soccer staff include: Low camper-to-coach ratios; Groups based off of age & ability level; Fun, energetic, & experienced staff.
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS
Each camper will:
- Receive a Revolution Soccer Camps reversible jersey
- Develop their technical skills & tactical knowledge
- Participate in camp games with a chance to win prizes
- Compete amongst their peers in small sided games and camp scrimmages
- Experience overnight accommodations and take part in evening dorm activities
- Be given the opportunity to work with college coaches & players all week long
…and most importantly: HAVE FUN!
DAILY SKILLS BREAKDOWN
Footwork & Ball Control
- Dynamic warm up
- Agility & ball control
Technical Skills Training
- Shooting, passing & first touch
Tactical Skill Training
- Focus on field awareness & position-specific training
Game-Based Learning
- Competition – small sided
- Games & camp scrimmages
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT
Check In: 12pm – 1pm for both commuters and overnight campers. Tip for Extended Day Campers is to come at 12:30pm. First meal is Dinner. Check-in location will be at the overnight dorm.
Check Out: Parents are invited to attend final scrimmages that begin with warm-ups at 9:00am. The last meal is breakfast. Check-out will occur back at the dorms between 11:00 – 12:00pm. Commuters can exit camp from the field – please make sure you check out with a staff person first. Check out for extended day campers is 8:30pm except for the last day at 12pm
Soccer Typical Overnight Daily Schedule*
7:00AM – Wake up
7:30AM – Breakfast
8:45AM – Commuters Arrive
9:00AM – Daily Theme Workshop
9:30AM-11:30AM – Tactical Skills & Position Training
11:30AM – Cool Down & Extra Help
12:00PM-1:00PM – Lunch
1:00PM-2:00PM – Spike Ball, Frisbee & Recess Games
2:30PM-4:30PM – Small Sided Game > Strategy & Game Concept Training
4:30PM-5:00PM – Extra Help & Talent Show Practice/ Scavenger Hunt / Dorm Games
5:00PM – Dinner
6:00PM – Mandatory Rest
6:45PM-8:30PM – Soccer Scrimmages/ Team Based Drills
8:30PM – Optional Play the Coaches + Showers; Commuter Dismissal
9:30PM – Dorm Games and Socializing/ Evening Meetings
10:00PM – Lights Out
*Schedule may change, up to director on site and staff.
What to Bring to Camp
Below is a suggested list of items to bring to camp. We suggest that campers do not bring expensive personal items such as cameras, iPods/iPads, etc. Cell phones are allowed in the dorms and dining areas, but not on the field during training sessions. Please label every article you bring to camp. All items will be the responsibility of the camper. Revolution Soccer and its camp staff are not responsible for lost, stolen or forgotten items.
- Health Form
- Soccer Shoes (Indoor & Outdoor)
- Shin Guards, Soccer Socks, goalie gloves (If needed)
- Off-Field Clothes (Athletic Socks, T-Shirts, Shorts, Sweatshirts, etc)
- Athletic Sneakers
- Sunscreen
- Linens (Twin XL)
- Blanket/Sleeping Bag
- Pillow
- Toiletries
- Shower Towel
- Alarm Clock
- Portable Fan
CAMP REVIEWS
“I learned more skills in just three days of camp then I have in all my 8 years of playing soccer. Thank you to the coaches and staff for helping me become a better player.”
Anthony K.
“My son loved his experience at this camp! He cherished the opportunity to stay overnight, bond with teammates, and sharpen his skills. The coaches’ dedication and the camp’s atmosphere made it an experience he won’t soon forget. We’ll be back next summer!”
Paul K.
“Being able to stay overnight at this amazing camp really helped me mature and able to live on my own. I loved every moment of it from the dorm life to the on field skills challenges that we participated in. I will 100% be back next year!”
Kerrigan F.
“I loved being able to try out different positions as I was unsure which one I liked the most. I am now playing in my favorite, Center Mid! I was so happy that the coaches were all nice to me and helped me develop my passing skills. I will definitely be coming back next year.”
Ted B.
