Mad Skills
Registration Form
Astra Sportsplex wants to see you this
summer!
Astra Sportsplex presents Madskills
Soccer Camps: a camp that focuses on developing the whole player: their soccer
skills, their character, and their health. Madskills Soccer Camps provide the
type of environment where all our players are encouraged to develop their
character and leadership abilities through a challenging sports development
program. Regardless of player's ability we provide a complete, in-depth
experience emphasizing "fun and fundamentals" in order to help boys
and girls 5-15 reach their full potential. All levels are welcome -
whether you are just starting out or aspire to play at the high school or
varsity level and beyond, you will discover that Madskills Soccer Camp is
a great place to improve your skills, develop as a leader, stay healthy and
injury free on the soccer field, and of course meet lots of new friends!
Join our talented coaches for an unforgettable sport learning experience. Madskills
Soccer Camps 2009 - the best sports, instruction, competition, and meeting
place this summer!
Need more information?
For other questions:
E-mail: angela@madskillsinc.com
Camp Office: (905) 303-0552
Fax: (905) 303-0592
Address:
Astra Sportsplex
2839 Rutherford Road
Vaughan, ON, L4K 2N7
Coaching Excellence
The Madskills leadership
team is unique and dynamic in that we have a former professional soccer player,
a Homeopathic Doctor, and a High School Teacher and Motivational Speaker...the jock, the doc, and the motivational
talk.
Will Giummarra, Director of Athletics
Will
is a former professional soccer player who started his playing career on a
full, division 1 athletic scholarship with the University of Alabama at
Birmingham. After 2 award winning years he was drafted into the APSL by The
Montreal Impact. Will continued professionally in both indoor and outdoor until
Darlington signed him into England's 3rd Division, then he quickly advanced to
Preston FC in the 2nd Division where he played for 2 years before returning to
North America. Will retired from professional play in 2003 and is currently a
Certified B Licensed Coach, Professional Juggler, and CEO of Madskills
University.
Anthony Rodrigo, Director of Health
Anthony
Rodrigo, Homeopathic Doctor, will graduated from the University of Guelph with
a degree in Psychology as well as from the Ontario College of Homeopathic
Medicine. He has a variety of interests and has worked with many different
populations, including:
∑
Cognitively, mentally and emotionally challenged adults and adolescents,
as well as
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Training athletes for health and recovery (nutrition and
supplementation).
Anthony
currently runs a private family practice and is the Director of Health with
Madskills University.
Angela Rodrigo, Director of Education
Angela
graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Arts degree, then
from the University of Western of Ontario with a Bachelor of Education degree.
She had a well rounded and diverse career in the corporate environment holding
positions in both sales and training before becoming a motivational speaker.
She is also an experienced high school teacher who has taught both English and
French to students and adults alike. Her love of learning as well as her
enthusiasm for teaching, coaching, and training all age groups makes her a
dynamic speaker who provides easy to follow, fun to learn, and very valuable
tools and techniques that develop character and leadership.
Angela is
also an avid soccer fan, coach, and player. She currently plays on 2
recreational women's teams and registers for every tournament she can!
Camp Highlights
The
Madskills Soccer Camp offers:
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outstanding,
well organized, and fun coaching for 5-15 year old
girls and boys
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a safe, dry indoor soccer dome! No more worries about too much sun,
rain, or allergies or bugs!
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10:1 coach to
camper ratio
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strategic
grouping of age and ability – new players welcome!
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a cool camper
kit which includes:
o a camper journal with activities for reflection, goal
setting, and coach feedback
o fun giveaway (soccer related)
o certificate of completion
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last day ìWorld
Cup of Healthî tournament with an awards-recognition ceremony.
Madskills
camps focus on developing the whole player: their soccer skills, their
character, and their health.
This is a list of the highlights of our program.
the jock:
Coach Will is our freestyle and first touch
specialist. His program is both
entertaining and unique in that he will focus on the playersí first touch and
ball control using freestyle demonstrations and targeted drills. Will also uses a proprietary system
using a specialized training ball that delivers new techniques for striking the
ball.
the doc:
Dr. Anthony is our Homeopathic Doctor. His program will focus on the physical
and mental health of the athlete.
He will give presentations focusing on nutrition, hydration, and injury
prevention and management.
the motivational talk:
Angela is our high school
teacher and motivational speaker.
Her program focuses on developing the character of the athletes. Her entertaining and educational
activities focus on being a team player and a leader.
A Typical Week
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Monday |
Tuesday |
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Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
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drop off |
8-9 |
drop off |
8-9 |
drop off |
8-9 |
drop off |
8-9 |
drop off |
8-9 |
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Welcome and opening ceremonies |
9-9:30 |
skills (dribbling) |
9-10:30 |
Coach Will (demo-shooting) |
9-10:15 |
skills (passing-dribbling-shooting) |
9-10:30 |
tournament |
9-10:30 |
|
skills (passing) |
9:30-10 |
break |
10:30-10:45 |
break |
10:15-10:30 |
break |
10:30-10:45 |
break |
10:30-10:45 |
|
Anthony (health talk) |
10-10:45 |
Angela (team work) |
10:45-11:15 |
skills (shooting) |
10:30-12:30 |
Will (demo-passing-dribbling-shooting) |
10:45-12 |
tournament |
10:45-12 |
|
Break |
10:45-11:00 |
skills (dribbling) |
11:15-12 |
lunch |
12:30-1:15 |
lunch |
12-12:45 |
lunch |
12:15-1 |
|
skills (passing) |
11-12:15 |
lunch |
12-1 |
Anthony (health talk) |
1:15-2 |
Angela (leadership) |
12:45-1:15 |
Will (staff games) |
1-2:15 |
|
Lunch |
12:15-1 |
games (dribbling) |
1-2:30 |
games (shooting) |
2-2:45 |
games (passing-dribbling-shooting) |
1:15-2:15 |
break |
2:15-2:30 |
|
Coach Will (freestyle demo-passing system -
freestyle) |
1-2:15 |
break |
2:30-2:45 |
break |
2:45-3 |
break |
2:15 - 2:30 |
tournament |
2:30-3:45 |
|
Break |
2:15-2:30 |
Coach Will (demo-freestyle-games) |
2:45-4:00 |
games (normal) |
3-4 |
games (normal) |
2:30-4 |
closing ceremonies |
3:45-4 |
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games (normal) |
2:30-4:00 |
late pick up |
4-5 |
late pick up |
4-5 |
late pick up |
4-5 |
late pick up |
4-5 |
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late pick up |
4-5 |
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Testimonials
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Coach Willy is the best coach I've ever had!
(camper)
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Madskills events are extremely well organized and
always a lot of fun. Anytime I can sign my daughter up for a Madskills
clinic or camp I will! (parent)
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Madskills is always very professional and very
entertaining. (teacher)
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so much fun - can't wait for next year's camp!
(camper)
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I love the talks on health and teamwork - great
content and the kids always have a blast! (school principal)
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I made so many friends and we're all going to go
back next year! (camper)
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your kids are in great hands if they're at a
Madskills camp! (parent)
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Willy is so funny and entertaining and he showed
me so many great tricks! (camper)
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I really learned a lot and I'm a great soccer
player now! (camper)
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Angela is creative, funny, and well organized...my
kids just love her! (parent)
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every soccer camp needs someone like Angela, she
makes everything run smoothly! (parent)
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I love all the fun things we got to do - I hope
they have all the activities again next year! (camper)
Camp Logistics
Check-In/Check-Out
Day Camp check-ins will occur
between 8:00am - 9:00am on the first day of camp. Each day goes from
9:00am to 4:00pm. Camper pick-up from 4:00pm until 4:30pm, with late
pick-up until 6:00pm.
Meals (if needed)
Day camp fee of $65.00 will apply
for food. The meal plan includes a
freshly made entree (prepared on-site), drinks (no pop) and healthy
snacks.
Facilities
Instruction and games will be played
at the state of the art air-conditioned indoor facility at Astra
Sportsplex, in Vaughan at the corner of Rutherford and Highway 7.
Payment Policies
Full payment of camp fees must be
received by July 1st, 2009 and early registration fees must be received no
later than April 1st, 2009. A $25.00 fee will be assessed for any
returned cheques. Make all cheques payable to:
Astra
Sportsplex
2839 Rutherford Road
Vaughan, ON, L4K 2N7
Cancellation Policies
If you must cancel please do so
early so that those on the waiting list may be notified as soon as possible.
There is a $100.00 cancellation fee per camper per session if you cancel prior
to June 15th, 2009. Sorry, NO REFUNDS will be given for cancellations
after July 1st, 2009.
Directions/Parking
Astra Sportsplex is located on the
South East corner of Rutherford and Highway #7, plenty of free parking is
available.
Camp Telephone
During camp, if you need to reach
your son or daughter, call:
Astra Sportsplex Camp Office (905) 303-0552.
Schedule/fees
Madskills at Astra Sportsplex, (Vaughan)
Camp Schedule:
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Week # |
is from
Monday... |
to Friday... |
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1 |
July 6 |
July 10 |
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2 |
July 13 |
July 17 |
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3 |
July 20 |
July 24 |
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4 |
July 27 |
July 31 |
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5 |
August 10 |
August 14 |
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6 |
August 17 |
August 21 |
Camp fees:
All fee's for the above programs cost $250.00 per week.
Discounts:
Early Bird Registration program cost
$225.00 until April 1st, 2009
Two or more children/family discount: 10% off/child