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Portland Timbers MLS Camp Program 2012
The MLS Portland Timbers are proud to offer a brand new and exciting camp program for soccer
players of all ages and skill levels throughout the state of Oregon and Southwest Washington.
What will prove to be the most popular soccer camps in the North-West, the Timbers Camp
program, presented by adidas is designed and led by the team’s coaching staff and players. The
Timbers adidas Soccer Camps program features an incredible 10:1 player-coach ratio and bases
all training groups upon skill level and age. Each camp is centered around age-appropriate
exercises and activities designed to develop technical excellence and build a love for the game.
The camp program is all new this year, but will retain the Timbers-original TREES program
designed to teach young players life values and life skills that are far reaching beyond the soccer
field. TEAMWORK, RESPECT, EFFORT, ENVIRONMENT and SPORTSMANSHIP are
incorporated into each camp’s curriculum.
The Portland Timbers MLS Soccer Camp program will consist of a larger variety of camps and
programs throughout the year which include a Timbers Tots Camp Program for players 5-6 years
old, a Timbers Juniors Skill-Building program for 7-9 years old, a Timbers Junior Olympic
Camp Program for players 10-13 years old and High School Prep and residential College ID
Camp programs for 14-18 years old.
Timbers Coaching Staff
The Timbers adidas Soccer Camps feature an outstanding coaching staff, led by Portland
Timbers coaches, as well as top Olympic Development Program, college and club coaches in the
region, and Timbers players from the first team and the PDL team. All camp instructors will
attend a coaching symposium directed by Timbers Youth Academy Director Mike Smith, who is
also a US Soccer National Youth License Instructor. The curriculum for the Timbers adidas
Soccer Camps is specifically designed by the Timbers coaching staff to challenge players, both
mentally and physically, in a friendly, encouraging and professional environment.
The Portland Timbers are now a Major League Soccer franchise which means we expect to
provide the best experience. At the end of every camp, all Timbers Campers are given an
evaluation of their play and given a one-on-one conversation about their evaluation with the
coach they have been assigned to for the duration of the camp. We will promote hard work
during each camp with a Timber Hard Hat award at the end of every camp.
Join Us
Beginning in spring break 2012, the Timbers adidas Soccer Camps schedule will include a host
of camps in the Portland Metro area and beyond. The 2011 Timbers MLS Camp series features a
variety of camps to benefit players of all ages, abilities and positions. Most camps are open to
both boys and girls ages 5-14, while specialty camps open to older players ages 14-18. The cost
of camps range from $100-175 based upon the type and hours of camp. All campers receive an
official adidas camp t-shirt and a Portland Timbers Camp evaluation at the conclusion of camp.
Click here to see the list of camps and to sign up today! Or download a Timbers adidas Soccer
Camps registration form. Are you a member of the KeyBank Kids Club? If so you will receive
an exclusive (10%) discount ☺ For more information about camps or to schedule one near you,
contact Portland Timbers Camp Manager Erik Lyslo by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Timbers Tots Camp Program (5-6 years old)
The Timbers Tots Camp Program (5-6 years old) will feature fun, age-appropriate exercises and
activities designed to maximize instruction, develop basic technical skills and build a love for the
game. Timbers Tots includes an age-specific curriculum that will challenge young players by
focusing on skills like dribbling, passing, controlling the ball and scoring goals! Our ideal 8:1
player-coach ratio will give Timbers staff the opportunity to work with players in small-group
setting, focusing on life-skills through soccer, such as sportsmanship and teamwork, through our
exclusive TREES program.
Timbers Juniors Camp Program (7-9 years old)
The Timbers Juniors Camp Program (7-9 years old) will also feature fun, age-appropriate
exercises and activities to develop technical skills and build a love for the game. It will begin to
encourage agility with and without the ball and build the foundations of key skills in an
encouraging environment. Passing, receiving, dribbling, shooting, attacking and defending are
all covered extensively. Our ideal 10:1 player-coach ratio will give coaches the opportunity to
work with players in a small-group setting, allowing for more one-on-one time with each player.
Timbers staff will also focus on life-skills through our exclusive TREES program.
Timbers Junior Olympic Camp Program (10-13 years old)
The Timber Junior Olympic Camp Program (10-13 years old) is a developmental and
introductory tool for new families interested in the Timbers Olympic Development Program. The
purpose of the camp is to teach new technical skills and introduce key tactical elements of the
game. Advanced passing, receiving, dribbling, shooting, attacking and defending are all covered
extensively, along with juggling and heading. The camp will also feature education for youth
soccer players and their parents about Timbers ODP and the Timbers Academy. The Timbers
ODP program has already become one of the top elite player programs in the Western Region of
the United States and we take pride in advancing our players to the Regional and National level
of youth soccer.
The Timber Junior Olympic Camps are a combination of fast, intense training in small sided
games for field players, and intense, fundamental keeper training for future goalkeepers. Speed
of play (playing quickly with quality) and small-sided games will emphasize the proper attacking
and defensive principles to excel at each age group. Timbers staff will also incorporate the five
characteristics of our exclusive TREES program.
Timbers High School Prep Program (13-18 years old)
The Timber High School Prep Camp Program (14-18 years old) provides key developmental
tools for players about to return to High School tryouts and practice. The purpose of the camp is
to emphasize technical skills and re-introduce tactical elements of the game. The camp will also
feature appropriate fitness, speed and agility training as well as injury prevention training and
education. The Timbers High School program will combine fast, intense training in small sided
games for field players, as well as intense, fundamental individual training for goalkeepers.
Timbers staff will also maintain focus on life-skills through our exclusive TREES program.
Advanced Goalkeeping Academy (13-18 years old)
The Advanced Goalkeeping Academy is designed for goalkeepers interested in reaching the
highest level. Designed and led by Timbers-ODP goalkeeping staff, this specialized camp will
focus on shot-stopping, dealing with crosses, game management, distribution and goalkeeper
specific strength and agility exercises.
Timbers College and Academy ID Program (14-18 years old)
With the Timber under MLS mandate to field US Soccer Academy teams in 2012, this is the first
step. This will be a brand new program for Elite players in which both Timbers first team
coaching staff and many College Coaches will be in attendance. Players will submit resumes
with their application to Timbers Staff to be considered.
Other Timber Camps Offered
The Timber Camp Program will also offer Super Skills Team Camps, a Fantasy Coach-for-a-day
Camp for adults, and a Back to Soccer camp for youth soccer coaches in August.