CELTIC RECREATIONAL CAMPS

2026

2026 Celtic Summer Camp registration OPENS on Friday, March 20th



ALL camp age groups are based on THIS UPCOMING FALL school grade level/group level


When appropriate during each camp, players will be divided by age and/or ability level so coaches can offer the most skill based instruction.



Camps will be held at Celtic Park



Celtic Park 1351 N Rohlwing Rd (just north of Palatine High School)




PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BRING A SOCCER BALL AND WATER BOTTLE, AND WEAR SOCCER APPROPRIATE CLOTHING, SHIN GUARDS, AND CLEATS OR GYM SHOES AND BRING ANY MEDICAL SUPPLIES YOU MAY NEED.




 Upcoming Fall 2026 school year:

K-1st grade: size 3 soccer ball

2nd-5th grade: size 4 soccer ball

6th-12th grade: size 5 soccer ball



REFUNDS WILL NOT BE OFFERED AFTER 1 WEEK PRIOR TO THE START OF EACH CAMP WEEK AND REGISTRATION ENDS AT 5PM ON THE SUNDAY BEFORE EACH CAMP IS TO BEGIN.


All approved refunds will be applied as a household credit unless otherwise requested. If another form of refund is requested, a $6.00 processing fee will be applied.

 


WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AS WE WORK TO STAFF, ORGANIZE, AND PLAN FOR EACH CAMP BEGINNING THE FOLLOWING WEEK.

For summer camp questions OR refund requests:

Olivia Hurwitz

Summer Camp Admin

CAMP WEEK #1

Location: Celtic Park

June 16th-19th

1-3 PM 


Celtic Skill & Small Group Games Camp

Recreational Players ONLY (K-5th grade this fall)


Description:  This camp is designed for those players who are relatively new to soccer or just taking their first steps on the path to club soccer. Focus will be placed on teaching technical abilities such as dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting as well as introducing the players to the basic rules of the game & playing small group games while being guided by staff positionally thus making the game educational & enjoyable for the players.



CLUB/TRAVEL

Skill Development Camp & Shooting/Finishing Camp

U8-U14 this fall, TRAVEL/CLUB players ONLY


Description:  Camp will focus on players developing their ability to manipulate the ball, learning how to cut, turn, change direction while dribbling, how to strike the ball with power & accuracy while also learning how to make the most out of the goal scoring chances they are presented within live games. 




June 16th-19th

5-7 PM 


CLUB/TRAVEL

Shooting, Finishing, Ball Striking & Small group games to attack Big Goals

U12-U15 this fall, ONLY TRAVEL/CLUB players


Description:  This camp is designed for more advanced players who are looking to fine tune & improve their technical ability to apply to their shooting, finishing and ball striking ability. Focus will be placed on teaching the proper techniques to improve shooting, finishing and the player's ability to strike the ball properly.



CLUB/TRAVEL

Celtic Goalkeeper Shot Blocking & Small Group games while defending Big Goals 

U12-U15 this fall, ALL players


Description:  For Goalkeepers who are interested in improving their ability to save shots on goal from close range. Goalkeepers will focus on body positioning, cutting down angles, developing strong hands, parrying & tipping as well as learning how to stay calm in high pressure situations.


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CAMP WEEK #2

Location: Celtic Park

June 23rd-26th

9-11 AM 


House Recreation Skill Development & Small Sided Scrimmages Camp
Recreational players ONLY (2nd-6th grade this fall)


Description:  This camp is designed for those players who are relatively new to soccer or just taking their first steps on the path to club soccer. 


Focus will be placed on teaching technical abilities such as dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting as well as making the game enjoyable for the players. It will also have a focus on teaching the players how to understand the rules and positions within small sided scrimmages.



CLUB/TRAVEL

Advanced Skill Development & Encouraging Attacking Play

U8-U12, ONLY TRAVEL/CLUB players


Description:  This camp is specifically designed to build confidence while teaching advanced technical abilities such as dribbling to beat a player, being creative with the ball, learning when to dribble vs. when to pass and how they all apply to the attacking side of the game. 





June 23rd-26th
5-7 PM 


Ball Mastery & Attacking the Ball Camp

ALL players (2nd - 6th grade this fall)


Description: This camp will focus on dribbling, juggling, 1v1 dribbling and every possible way for the player to be in control of the decisions they make with the ball at their feet & how they can apply their ball mastery ability to go to goal. 



CLUB/TRAVEL

Field Player Shooting,Crossing, & Finishing + Celtic Goalkeeper Academy Camp

U13-U19 this fall, ONLY TRAVEL/CLUB players


Description: This camp is for Goalkeepers and field players who are interested in improving their understanding of the game while the ball is in the air. 


Focus will be placed on all skills related to crossing, finishing, ball striking, defending air ball, reading the flight of the ball, body shape to get prepared to strike or field the ball. This camp will be demanding but extremely enjoyable for the players. 



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CAMP WEEK #1

Location: Celtic Park

June 22nd-25th  

5-7 PM 


Total Fun & Games Camp
Recreational players (Ages U7-U14)


Description:  This camp is designed for and open to all recreational age players with the intent on learning proper soccer techniques for passing, dribbling, and goal scoring. This camp will have a  challenging, supportive environment through fun, exciting, and competitive small games that focus on all the skills listed above.


Cost:  $125

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CAMP WEEK #2

Location: Celtic Park

June 29th-July 2

5-7 PM 


Super Skill School

Recreational players (Ages U7-U14)


Description:  This camp is designed for and open to all recreational age players wanting to learn unique juggling, dribbling, passing, and shooting skills; as well as ball mastery with the intent on learning how to take softer touches and keep the ball close to their body. 


Players will learn how to use these skills to beat defenders on the dribble in 1v1 situations, learn how to protect the ball and keep it away from defenders, while learning how to use their dribbling ability to create their own goal scoring chances.


Cost:  $125

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** NO camps week of July 6th **

CAMP WEEK #3

Location: Celtic Park

July 13th-16th  

9-11 AM 


Goal Scoring and Shooting School
Recreational players (Ages U7-U14)

Description:  This camp is designed for and open to all recreational age players with the intent on learning the proper soccer techniques to shoot/strike the ball correctly and play in smaller games that encourage players to take lots of shots on goal and learn how to consistently score goals in a fun, supportive environment.


Cost:  $125

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CAMP WEEK #4

Location: Celtic Park

July 20th-23rd

9-11 AM 


Super Skill, Fun & Games

Recreational players (Ages U7-U10)


Description:  This camp is designed for and open to all recreational age players with the intent on learning proper soccer techniques for passing, dribbling, and goal scoring. This camp will have a challenging, supportive environment through exciting, competitive, and most importantly FUN games that focus on teaching players the proper skills needed to be a good soccer player and how to have fun using those skills.


Cost:  $125

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CAMP WEEK #5

Location: Celtic Park

July 27th-30th

5-7 PM 


Super Skill School & Fun Games Camp

Recreational (Ages U7-U14) 


Description:  This camp is designed for and open to all recreational age players with the intent on learning proper soccer techniques for passing, dribbling, and goal scoring in a fun, supportive environment.


Cost:  $125

REGISTER

Check out our Celtic Jr Academy Summer Series for U3-U6!

Celtic Jr Academy Summer Series


U3-U6, ALL players


Description: This fun filled summer series is designed for players to enjoy their summer with a soccer ball! The sessions will teach basic soccer fundamentals while sparking creativity with fun and familiar backyard games.


More information coming soon!

REGISTRATION LINK