Soccer Camp ASSE – Saint Etienne
- Montbrison, France
- from 371 $
Registrations for summer 2024 are now open!
With more than 25 years of experience, the AS Saint Etienne soccer camps are the most popular camps in France. They allow girls and boys from 8 to 16 years old to spend a week’s holiday training in the green colours of the ASSE.
This soccer camp is perfect for parents who want their children to spend a full board or half-board week in a friendly atmosphere and at an affordable price.
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The available camps
Full-board - Mixed
- Montbrison
- From 8 to 16 years old
- Girl / Boy
- 6 days, 5 nights
- Residence Camp
- Leisure / Improvement
- French
Camp specifics
- 6 nights at the Agronova Campus
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner
- One training session per day
- One tactical session per day
- Tournament matches every evening
- Visit to the Geoffroy Guichard training camp
Half-board - Mixed
- Montbrison
- From 8 to 16 years old
- Girl / Boy
- 5 days
- Day camp
- Leisure / Improvement
- French
Camp specifics
- One training session per day
- One tactical session per day
- Lunch included
- Visit to the Geoffroy Guichard stadium
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Camp facilities
The essentials
- The camp takes place at the Agronova campus in Montbrison-Précieux, 30km from Saint-Etienne
- The children sleep in rooms that can accommodate 1 to 8 children
- The training fields are grass or synthetic turf
- Children will go to training by bus (max 10min)
- Allergies and diets taken into account
Location
The camps takes place at the Agronova Campus, which used to be a vocational agriculture secondary school. It is located in Montbrison, 30 km from Saint-Etienne and near Lyon.
The setting is ideal: during the camps, the fourteen-acre campus is completely at the players’ disposal. It is in the middle of the countryside, quiet and very pleasant.
The Auvergne-Rhône Alpes is a massive French region, with not one but two mountain ranges: the Alps and and the Massif Central. In summer, the weather is lovely. Nature lovers will adore the region, which is perfect for discovering the French mountains, going on long, peaceful hikes and exploring France’s countryside.
Accommodation
The girls and boys will be hosted in rooms that can have from 1 to 8 campers in them, depending on their age and gender.
One floor, with toilets and bathrooms, will be entirely dedicated to girls, and girls only.
The kids will often have free time in the multipurpose common room for extra-soccer activities. They’ll be able to play ping pong and foosball or watch a film on a big screen.
It is worth knowing that the neighbouring towns, Moignt and Saint-Romainle-Puy, which are 4km from the Agronova Campus, all have a good selection of cottages, activities and restaurants. This is perfect for parents who want to holiday near their children.
The sporting Facilities
Saint-Etienne has managed to secure partnerships with nearby towns and their soccer clubs to use their sporting facilities. The campers will therefore be training on pitches nearby the Agronova Campus.
The children will be divided into age groups and will then go to different pitches. The older campers will have two good quality grass pitches at their disposal, as well as an artificial turf pitch. They will go to the trainings thanks to a 10 minute bus journey.
The younger campers will train at the campus and will have the use of the gymnasium for futsal trainings and drills.
Catering and food
During this soccer camp, all the food and catering will be taken care of.
- For full-board campers, this means breakfast, lunch, an afternoon snack and dinner, as well as other little snacks to make sure the kids are full of energy for their training sessions.
- Half-board campers will have lunch and an afternoon snack.
The kids are sure to love the food and the generous servings!
All dietary requirements and allergies are taken into account: vegetarian, halal, kosher… Make sure to let us know when you are signing your child up to the camp.
Safety and security
The ASSE camps have existed for more than twenty five years. This means the staff have the experience to deal with any delicate situations the kids may find themselves in far away from their parents. The Agronova Campus is perfectly secure, and you can rest easy knowing your child is being taken care of.
The camp program
The essentials
- One training session per day
- One tactical session per day
- Tournament matches every evening
- Visit to the Geoffroy Guichard training camp
- Visit to the ASSE shop
- Meeting with ASSE professionals (if available)
Training
During the five days of training, the ASSE coaches will do everything they can to adapt their sessions to make sure that every player is enjoying themselves and improving.
On the first day, the coaches will create groups of similar skill levels, so that the kids can participate equally in the training and there are no mismatches when it comes to matches and games.
Every morning, after a warm up session, the three hour training session will take place. This length allows the time to diversify the drills and exercises, to work on several different areas of soccer, like passing, pressing, positioning, ball possession, shooting or free kicks.
After lunch, a tactical workshop will complete and complement the morning training session, and the campers will be able to put their skills to use in matches. Indeed, there will be a daily tournament at 4 PM.
The coaches will put the kids into real-life match situations, with a pre match pep talk and half an hour of preparation before a game.
In terms of goalkeepers, they will participate in all the training sessions and matches, and they will also have special drills dedicated to keepers.
Coaches and coaching method
Here is an interview with Mathieu Frison, the co-director of the ASSE camps. He talks about different aspects of the camp through answers to these questions:
- What is the training methodology at the ASSE camps?
- What kind of level are the camps? Leisure, improvement or high performance?
- Where are the coaches from?
- Are there different forms of soccer at the camp, like 11-a-side, 8-a-side and 5-a-side?
- What are the values of the ASSE camps?
It is worth nothing that all the coaches and staff members are qualified and all benefit from their experience in previous soccer camps. Some of them have been a part of the camps since they started 25 years ago! All qualifications are under the control of the regional authorities on Youth and Sport.
There will be a pairing of a coach and a staff member for every 16 kids. In other words, at least one adult per 8 campers.
Medical assistance is available throughout the camp to help heal minor injuries. In the case of a more serious injury, the injured player will be taken to the nearest medical centre or hospital so that it can be taken care of as soon as possible. Of course, the parents will be made aware of the injury at the earliest possible moment.
Staff and activities
As well as the soccer-based activities, the children will be able to have fun playing a whole host of different games. The campus is very well equipped for this, with ping-pong tables, foosball and a gymnasium for other activities.
In the evenings, the kids will have the opportunity to speak to their parents if they wish to, with a staff member’s help.
Trips and days out
There will be no training session on the Wednesday because the kids will be visiting the legendary Saint-Etienne stadium: Geoffroy-Guichaud. They will also go to the museum to find out about the history of the club. If younger campers aren’t interested, then the staff will find something else for them to do.
There will also be a pitstop at the ASSE gift shop, if the campers want to buy anything for themselves or their friends and family.
Typical day
Practical information
The essentials
- Full board: Arrival on Sunday evening between 5 and 8 pm, departure on Friday from 5 pm
- Half board : Arrival on Monday at 8am and departure in the evening around 6pm
- 6 nights at the Agronova Campus
- One training session a day
- One tactical session a day
- Matches and tournaments in the evening
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks throughout the day and dinner
- Tour of the Geoffroy Guichard Stadium
- Visit to the ASSE gift shop
- Meeting the professional ASSE players (depending on availability)
- Transport: parents need to drop off and pick up their kids
- Pocket money
Transfer from Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux station
Arrival
Campers are welcomed on Sunday evening at 5pm and until 8pm at the Agronova campus located in Précieux.
For half-board students, parents must accompany them to the Agronova campus on the first day, Monday at 8am.
Departure
Departure takes place the Friday evening at 5 PM at the Agronova Campus in Précieux.
If someone other than their parents is going to pick up a camper, you need to let the organisation know.
A QUESTION ABOUT THIS CAMP?
Is transport included in the price?
No, transport is not included in the camp’s price. You can drop off your child on the first day of camp.
What should the children put in their suitcase?
- A pair of flip-flops for the shower
- A pair of soccer boots
- A pair of sports shoes
- A pair of shin pads
- Toiletries (towel, etc.)
- A duvet
- A house sheet (90×200 cm)
- A pillow
- A water bottle
- A cap, t-shirts, shorts, pairs of sports socks and all the necessary items for the week
In addition, it is recommended to take :
In addition, it is recommended to take :
- Rain gear
- A tracksuit
- An anti-mosquito product
- A padlock with a key
What type of soccer shoes should I take?
You should take shoes for artificial turf.
How to get to the Agronova Campus?
BY CAR : From Lyon, Saint-Chamond, Saint-Étienne, Le Puy :- Take the motorway towards Roanne/Clermont-Ferrand- Take the exit after the Veauchette toll (exit n°7, Montbrison, Montrond-les-Bains)- Follow the direction of Sury Le Comtal – l’Hôpital-le-Grand. From l’Hôpital-le-Grand, turn right towards Précieux (4 kms)
BY TRAIN : The site is located 30 kilometres from the Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux train station, 10 kilometres from the Montbrison train station and 5 kilometres from the Saint-Romain-le-Puy train station.
BY PLANE : The site is located 100 kilometres from Lyon Saint-Exupéry airport.
I can’t arrive at 5:00 PM to drop off or pick up my child.
We are providing you with information regarding the start and end of the camp so that you can plan accordingly. We kindly request parents to adhere to the schedule for the smooth organization and progression of the camp.
Can my child be in the same room as their friend?
Mobile phones are not allowed. If children bring them, they will be under their full responsibility.
And what if my child gets injured?
A first aid assistant will be present throughout the camp to attend to minor injuries. In the case of more severe injuries, the participants will be directed to the nearest medical facility.
Is it possible to do a two-week camp?
Yes, it is possible to do multiple weeks of the camp. However, weekends are not included when you book two consecutive weeks of camp. You will need to pick up your child on Friday at 5:00 PM and drop them off again on Sunday at 5:00 PM
Are mobile phones allowed?
Mobile phones are not allowed in this camp. If children bring them, they will be under their sole responsibility. Please note that a telephone line will be provided on the registration confirmation if you wish to check in on your child.
How can I reach my child during the camp?
A telephone number will be provided when you receive the invitation to the camp. But be aware that as long as you are not contacted, everything is fine 🙂
Is a report provided at the end of the camp?
Yes, a report will be given to your child at the end of the camp, filled out by their coach
Will I be able to follow the camp with photos or videos?
No, no photos or videos are posted online during the camp for parents to follow. The children are here to have fun, and parents should also be prepared for some digital detox.
What will I be asked to do in the application?
After booking online, you will be asked :
- To fill in the registration form
- Filling in the health form
- Send us your child’s soccer licence or a medical certificate less than 3 months old before the camp starts
How to book a soccer camp at ASSE?
Looking For Soccer allows you to book your camp directly online. We accompany you in all your booking steps and advise you throughout the process.
What are the highlights of this camp?
This program will allow your child to develop their skills in a safe and well-supported environment. With one certified trainer for every 8 children, 5 days of training during the week, a well-equipped campus and numerous activities including a visit to the Saint-Etienne stadium, youngsters are guaranteed an unforgettable experience.
The Camp in photos
The camp at a glance
Features of the camp
- Montbrison
- From 8 to 16 years old
- Girl / Boy
- Residence Camp
- Improvement / Improvement
Available dates and price of the camp
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From 07 to 12 July 2024
580 $
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From 14 to 19 July 2024
580 $
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From 21 to 26 July 2024
580 $
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From 28 July to 02 August 2024
580 $
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From 04 to 09 August 2024
580 $
Features of the camp
- Montbrison
- From 8 to 16 years old
- Girl / Boy
- Day camp
- Improvement / Improvement
Available dates and price of the camp
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From 08 to 12 July 2024
390 $
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From 15 to 19 July 2024
390 $
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From 22 to 26 July 2024
390 $
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From 29 July to 02 August 2024
390 $
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From 05 to 09 August 2024
390 $
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