eliteft-fitness-training

Winter Skills Lab in The Annex

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:13:58 GMT

Elite FT Skills Lab

Take your technical game to the next level in the Elite FT Skills Lab—an exclusive, high-intensity training experience designed for players who want to improve faster. Limited to just 5 players , each session provides individualized coaching, constant feedback, and hundreds of ball touches in a focused training environment. Every activity is completed independently, allowing players of varying ages and skill levels to develop at their own pace while being challenged to reach their technical potential.

Week 1 – Ball Mastery

Build the foundation of every great player by developing exceptional control with every surface of both feet. Increase confidence, coordination, and comfort on the ball through challenging technical exercises.

Week 2 – Speed on the Ball

Learn to control the ball at top speed. Players will improve quickness, ball manipulation, and the ability to dribble with confidence while maintaining close control under pressure and in tight spaces.

Week 3 – First Touch

A great first touch creates the next play. Players will learn to receive the ball with purpose, positioning it for their next pass, dribble, or shot instead of simply stopping it.

Week 4 – Soccer IQ

Train your mind as much as your feet. Through Elite FT's Fast Feet equipment, players will improve scanning, awareness, decision-making, and the ability to think one step ahead of the game.

Details:

Session 1
Monday Option - October 26; November 2, 9, 16
5:00pm - 2nd/3rd (U8-U9)
6:00pm - 4th/5th (U10-U11)
7:00pm - 6th-8th (U12-U14)
Thursday Option - October 29; November 5, 12, 19
5:00pm - 2nd/3rd (U8-U9)
6:00pm - 4th/5th (U10-U11)
7:00pm - 6th-8th (U12-U14)
Session 2
Monday Option - November 23, 30; December 7, 14
5:00pm - 2nd/3rd (U8-U9)
6:00pm - 4th/5th (U10-U11)
7:00pm - 6th-8th (U12-U14)
Thursday Option - December 3, 10, 17 & Tuesday, December 22
5:00pm - 2nd/3rd (U8-U9)
6:00pm - 4th/5th (U10-U11)
7:00pm - 6th-8th (U12-U14)

Cost: $108 (4 sessions) or Drop In - $32 each
includes a class shirt with full session purchase
Registration Deadline:
Session 1 - Monday, October 19
Session 2 - Monday, November 16

Location:

The Annex (inside The Sports Academy-101 The Game Dr, Glen Carbon, IL 62034)

Futsal Academy Camp at The Courthouse 618

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:42:52 GMT

Futsal Academy Camp

Grades 2nd/3rd; 4th/5th & 6th-8th

Boys & Girls; Club Players Only

Futsal Academy is a fast-paced weekly training program designed to develop exceptional foot skills, quick decision-making, creativity, and ball control. Using futsal-inspired games and activities, players will receive more touches on the ball while improving their confidence in tight spaces and their ability to perform under pressure.

Camp details:

Dates: Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19; December 3, 10, 17 (Off Thanksgiving Week)

Time:

6:00-6:55pm - 2nd/3rd; 4th/5th Grade
7:00-7:55pm - 6th-8th Grade

Where: The Courthouse 618- 3453 Sports Pk Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Pricing

Futsal Academy Camp

6-Session Camp: $144
Drop-In: $27 per session

Bundle & Save
Pair the Futsal Academy Camp with the Athletic Performance Camp and save with our bundle pricing!

Bundle (2 hours per session): $222
Bundle Drop-In: $41 per session

Your bundle discount is automatically applied at checkout. Want to learn more about the Athletic Performance Camp? Click HERE for full program details.

Registration Deadline: Thursday , October 29

Athletic Performance Camp at The Courthouse 618

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:42:50 GMT

Athletic Performance Camp

Speed • Power • Explosiveness • Movement

Grades 2nd/3rd; 4th/5th & 6th-8th

Boys & Girls; All sports

Elite FT Athletic Performance helps athletes of all sports become faster, more explosive, and more confident in competition. Through fun, age-appropriate training, athletes improve their speed, quickness, jumping ability, balance, coordination, power, and overall movement.

Whether your child plays soccer, basketball, volleyball, football, baseball, softball, or another sport, this program develops the athletic foundation needed to perform at a higher level and gain an edge over the competition.

Camp details:

Dates: Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19; December 3, 10, 17 (Off Thanksgiving Week)

Time:

6:00-6:55pm - 6th-8th Grade
7:00-7:55pm - 2nd/3rd; 4th/5th Grade

Where: The Courthouse 618- 3453 Sports Pk Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Pricing

Athletic Performance Camp

6-Session Camp: $144
Drop-In: $27 per session

Bundle & Save
Pair the Athletic Performance Camp with the Futsal Academy Camp and save with our bundle pricing!

Bundle (2 hours per session): $222
Bundle Drop-In: $41 per session

Your bundle discount is automatically applied at checkout. Want to learn more about the Futsal Academy Camp? Click HERE for full program details.

Registration Deadline: Thursday , October 29

Winter 1-Columbia Practice-n-Play League

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:54:25 GMT

Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League

Practice-n-Play League is an indoor instructional league for players looking to be a part of a team, learn new skills and play with friends. Sign up individually or with friends and we will place them on a team together. Players will practice once a week at Dieterich Bank FieldHouse and play games on Saturday mornings at Power Haus. All practices and games will be coached by our Elite FT Coaches.

Info:

PreK, Kindergarten & 1st Grade
Bosco's Buddies Ages 2-3 w/parent (1 time per week with NO games)
Boys & girls, no experience necessary
6 Week Indoor League
Weeks of November 1 - December 13
OFF November 24, 26, 28
12 sessions (6 practices plus 6 games)
PreK, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade will practice once a week plus one Saturday morning game per week
List up to 3 players you would like to play with
We provide experienced coaches educated through "The Elite Way!"
We provide each player with a team shirt

Location:

ALL Practices @ Dieterich Bank FieldHouse - 1506 Bluffview Dr, Dupo, IL 62239
ALL Games @ Power Haus - 8719 Hanover Industrial Dr, Columbia, IL 62236

Practice Days/Times:

Tuesdays @ Dieterich Bank FieldHouse
5:20 - 5:55pm - Bosco's Buddies Ages 2-3 w/parent
5:20 - 6:10pm - PreK (Age 4)
6:20 - 7:10pm - Kindergarten
6:20 - 7:10pm - 1st Grade
Thursdays @Dieterich Bank FieldHouse
5:20 - 6:10pm - PreK (Age 4)
5:20 - 6:10pm - Kindergarten
6:20 - 7:10pm - Kindergarten
6:20 - 7:10pm - 1st Grade
Saturdays @ Power Haus
9:15 - 9:50am - Bosco's Buddies Ages 2-3 w/parent

Game Times:

Saturdays @ Power Haus
9:00 - 9:50 - Kindergarten
10:00 - 10:50am - PreK (Age 4)
10:00 - 10:50am -1st Grade

Price:

Bosco's Buddies Ages 2-3 w/parent (1 time/week) - $108

PreK, Kindergarten & 1st Grade (2 times/ week) - $216

Registration Deadline: Tuesday , October 20

Payment plan : Two payments; 1st payment due at checkout; 2nd payment due November 23, 2026

Winter 1-Alton Practice-n-Play League

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:32:01 GMT

Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League

Practice-n-Play League is an indoor instructional small sided league for players looking to be a part of a team, learn new skills and play with friends. Players will meet once a week and start with a practice and end with a small sided, non-competitive game. All practices and games will be coached by our Elite FT Coaches.

Info:

6 Week Indoor League
PreK-6th grade
Bosco's Buddies Ages 2-3 w/parent option also available
Boys & girls, no experience necessary
Weeks of November 1 - December 13
Off November 23 & 26 for Thanksgiving
All age groups will meet 1 time per week
We provide experienced coaches educated through "The Elite Way!"
We provide each player with a league shirt

Location:

Alton Bristow-Plex-3416 College Ave., Alton IL 62002

Practice Times:

Mondays

5:15-6:05 PM
Bosco's Buddies Ages 2-3 w/parent (5:30-6:05pm)
PreK
6:15-7:10 PM
2nd grade
3rd grade

Thursdays

5:15-6:05 PM
Kindergarten
1st grade
6:15-7:10 PM
4th grade
5th/6th grade

Price:

Bosco's Buddies Ages 2-3 w/parent-$85

PreK-6th-$95

Registration Deadline: Monday, October 26

Payment plan: Two payments; 1st payment due at checkout; 2nd payment due November 23, 2026

Columbus Day Pop Up Camp - EFT Academy

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:45:28 GMT

Columbus Day Pop Up Camp

Footskills and Finishing Camp with Goalkeeper Academy

Footskills and Finishing POP UP Camp

Ages U8-U10; U11-U14; Club Experience Required; Boys & Girls

Every soccer player loves scoring goals and needs to spend more time training the art. Fortunately, Elite FT loves to teach the skill of scoring goals. We created a special camp dedicated to this offensive aspect, along with improving foot skills which assists in creating scoring chances. Players who attend this camp will leave with a better understanding of goal scoring techniques and be more confident on the ball. Come and learn how to score goals… The Elite FT Way!!

Goalkeeper Academy POP UP Camp

Ages U8-U10; U11-U14; Boys & Girls

Join us for this 2-hour camp, comprising one hour of training with our Goalkeeper Academy Coaches followed by one hour of live play with field players working on finishing skills. Our goalkeeper coaches teach proper fundamentals of footwork and ball handling as well as proper diving technique, distribution, and positional awareness. After being taught proper techniques, the goalkeepers will put what they learned immediately into action with LIVE PLAY!

Camp details:

Date: Monday, October 12

Time: 9:00-11:00am

Where: The O'Fallon Sports Park, 301 Obernuefemann Rd, O'Fallon, IL 62269

Price: $45

Registration Deadline: Monday, October 5, 2025

Soccer Skills Veteran's Day Pop Up Camp

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:03:03 GMT

Soccer Skills Camp at

The Sports Academy

Soccer Skills Camp

Grades K-8th; Boys & Girls; Instructional & Club Players

Looking for a fun and productive way for your child to spend Veterans Day? Join us indoors for Soccer Skills Camp, a high-energy morning designed to help players build confidence, improve ball control, and develop their love for the game!

Players will be grouped by age and experience level to ensure every child is challenged appropriately and enjoys a positive learning environment. Through exciting games, skill-building activities, 1v1 competitions, and small-sided matches, campers will receive hundreds of touches on the ball while learning moves, improving coordination, and sharpening their soccer skills.

Whether your child is new to soccer or already playing competitively, this camp provides the perfect combination of skill development, friendly competition, and FUN. Every player will leave with greater confidence, new skills, and a smile on their face!

Camp details:

Date: Wednesday, November 11

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm; Early drop-off/late pickup from 7:30-9:00am and/or 4:00-5:30pm for only $5/camper/early or late pickup. Late pickup is only available if you choose the School's Out Fun Camp bundle listed below.

Where: The Sports Academy-101 The Game Dr, Glen Carbon, IL

Price: $55

Purchase Soccer Skills Camp and head straight into Superhero Training Academy School’s Out Fun Camp afterward from 12:00pm-4:00pm for just $20. You’ll save $15 when you bundle the two. Simply choose the add on option at checkout when you register for Soccer Skills Camp. See what School's Out FUN Camp is all about HERE .

Registration Deadline: Wednesday , November 4

School's Out FUN Camp Is BACK!

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:53:24 GMT

School's Out FUN Camp

When "School's Out, FUN Camp" is IN!

The Sports Academy in Glen Carbon

K-8th Grade

Boys & Girls

After an amazing response last school year and a fantastic summer, School's Out FUN Camp is back with ALL NEW school year themed days! Once again, we're welcoming ALL KIDS , not just soccer players, for unforgettable days filled with games, laughter, and fun.

No need to take PTO or let the kids spend the day scrolling. Whether your child loves sports, games or just being silly with friends, this is the perfect day-off adventure. No soccer skills? No problem. Just bring energy and a smile-we'll handle the rest! Send them to Elite FT’s School’s Out FUN Camp (SOFC)—a full-day camp packed with variety, movement, and fun.

Camp Dates:

October 9 - Teacher Institute - Around the World Adventure
Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable journey around the globe! Campers will create their own passport before traveling to new countries through exciting games, creative crafts, cultural challenges, and hands-on activities. From discovering world traditions to exploring new languages, music, and customs, every day brings a new adventure. With over 20 years of experience offering camps, this camp is designed to inspire curiosity, encourage creativity, and provide a fun and engaging learning experience. It's a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and global discovery.
October 12 - Columbus Day - Sports Mania
Ready, set, play! When school’s out, FUN Camp is IN! No need to take PTO or let the kids scroll all day. Bring your children to Sports Mania Camp at The Sports Academy, where campers will experience a variety of exciting sports, games, and physical challenges while developing teamwork, confidence, and athletic skills. With over 20 years of experience offering camps, this action-packed camp is designed to keep kids active, engaged, and having fun all day long. Throughout the week, campers will learn the fundamentals of different sports, participate in friendly competitions, tackle team-building challenges, and even invent their own sport. Campers will also enjoy The Sports Academy's PlayHouse.
November 11 - Veteran's Day - Superhero Training Academy
Calling all future superheroes! Campers will create their own superhero identity, complete with unique powers and heroic missions. Throughout the day, they’ll take on exciting challenges, solve problems, build teamwork skills, and learn the character traits that make a true hero. Backed by over 20 years of camp experience, this action-packed day will also introduce campers to real-life heroes who make a difference in their communities every day. It’s a day filled with imagination, adventure, and heroic fun! Campers will also enjoy The Sports Academy's PlayHouse.

Campers are welcome to bring their own lunch, snacks, and drinks, or pre-purchase them online using the link provided before camp begins.

Time: Full Day: 9am-4pm; Half Day Morning: 9am-12pm; Aftern oon: 1pm-4pm; Early drop-off/late pickup from 7:30-9:00am and/or 4:00-5:30pm for only $5/camper/early or late pickup

Where: The Sports Academy-101 The Game Dr, Glen Carbon IL

Price: $ 6 5 per full day camp or $35 per half day camp; Automatic discount for multiple camp registrations

Registration Deadline: 2 weeks prior to each camp

eliteft-fitness-training

Winter Skills Lab in The Annex

Futsal Academy Camp at The Courthouse 618

Athletic Performance Camp at The Courthouse 618

Winter 1-Columbia Practice-n-Play League

Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League ﻿

Winter 1-Alton Practice-n-Play League

Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League

Columbus Day Pop Up Camp - EFT Academy

Soccer Skills Veteran's Day Pop Up Camp

School's Out FUN Camp Is BACK!

Winter 1 Practice-n-Play Indoor League