Thursday, April 12, 2007

EduKick Joins Bolton Wanderers at English Football (Soccer) School

EduKick England’s new cultural exchange program and football (soccer) school will operate in conjunction with the famous Bolton Wanderers FC Academy and be hosted by the English Premiership Professional Football Club. The Premiership is the world’s most profitable football (soccer) league and the most watched sporting league in the history of professional sports.

Professional soccer training with EduKick and Wanderers is a dream come true

Known for its ability to harness the competitive edge of international football (soccer) to its comprehensive soccer training programs, EduKick was a natural partner for the Bolton Wanderers Academy. Joey Bilotta, Vice - President of EduKick Inc., is proud to work with this distinguished English professional team and believes the partnership will attract some of the world’s best youth players.

“Obviously it’s a great honor to work with the Bolton Wanderers FC through our soccer development programs in England,” said Joey. “Training daily at their professional facilities and under their technical coaching staff is a dream come true for kids around the world.”

EduKick’s General Manager, Jon Morgan, a former semi-professional and native of England says, “This is a wonderful and rare opportunity for young soccer players to get exposure to the life of a professional footballer and understand exactly what is required to reach that level and succeed there.”

EduKick England’s unique program

EduKick offers several innovative football (soccer) and English language development programs in Bolton & Blackburn (Northwest England, near Manchester and Liverpool). Through EduKick, soccer players from around the world will have the opportunity to experience English culture and increase their English language abilities while improving their soccer skills, experience and knowledge.

Elite soccer training at EduKick England

Players at the English football (soccer) school will train for 2 hours a day, 4 days a week with competitive play on the fifth day. Designed for competent soccer players with a good level of fitness, the program builds on all aspects of a player’s abilities. The EduKick and BWFC coaches are dedicated to helping each player reach their full potential on the field through physical conditioning, mental strategy, and technical skill.

Training tomorrow’s international football (soccer) stars

Students at EduKick’s Soccer school England can look forward to more than English culture and world-class football (soccer) training. They’ll also have opportunities to be catapulted into international football (soccer) stardom. Because EduKick’s program will be hosted and closely watched by club representatives, there is a chance for recruitment in either of their professional partnership teams, Bolton Wanderers FC or Blackburn Rovers FC.

Reserve your place on the EduKick team today

With its winning combination of world-class soccer training and unique English cultural experience, EduKick England’s year-long soccer school and summer camp will draw elite, soccer crazed youth players from around the globe. Will you be in the game?

Take your shot today and score a goal with EduKick! Join the world’s best players on their quest for excellence at http://www.edukick.com/soccercamps.asp?cat=130.

Sunday, April 08, 2007

Edukick Opens Enrollment for Unique Israeli Soccer Camp

“We are very excited to announce the opening of EduKick Hebrew Language Immersion Summer Soccer Camp in Israel,” said Corey Zimmerman. “As President of EduKick Inc. and a Jewish-American, I am very proud to offer other Jewish families this unique opportunity in Israel.”

A once in a lifetime experience for youth

Edukick continues it’s tradition of combining international soccer training with once in a lifetime cultural experiences in this new Israeli summer soccer camp. It is the world’s only summer camp program combining intense Hebrew language instruction with high-level soccer training, complete with caring supervision and trusted security.

EduKick Hebrew Language Immersion Summer Soccer Camp in Israel is for boys and girls 12 – 17 years old. Tuition includes transportation while in Israel, room and board, daily soccer and language tutoring, regular cultural excursions, social activities and much more.

Edukick puts safety first

Parents can rest assured that Edukick takes the safety of its students abroad very seriously. The Hebrew Language Immersion Summer Soccer Camp is conducted in the heart of Israel, just forty minutes from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

Students will play and learn at [Kannot Youth Village] [http://www.kannot.org.il/], an agricultural community for young people. This secure, gated community provides the perfect educational environment for youth. Professional security is provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All outings are supervised as well.

The full-immersion Hebrew language experience

There is no better way to become fluently bilingual than through full-immersion language instruction. Edukick has teamed up with Israel Experts, the leading provider of educational tours in Israel to provide professional bilingual instructors and coaches for its Israeli Soccer Camp. Students will be surrounded by the Hebrew language and culture, constantly hearing and speaking the language.

World renowned soccer training

Players at Edukick’s international soccer camps receive the best youth soccer training available worldwide. Edukick’s Israeli Summer Soccer camp is no exception, offering at least two hours of professional soccer training each day. Edukick players will also compete with Israeli youth teams, gaining experience on the international field and embracing new friendships.

Edukick youth in Israel will be coached by former professional Israeli soccer player and longtime youth coach, Mr. Paritzky Isaac. Coach Paritzky has fifteen years of experience training young soccer players and has served as an instructor in Kannot Youth Village for twenty-five years.

Enrich your son or daughter’s summer vacation with culture, independence, and physical fitness. [Register today] [http://www.edukick.com/soccercamps.asp?cat=91] for EduKick’s, Hebrew Language Immersion Summer Soccer Camp in Israel.

Sunday, March 25, 2007

Tuesday, February 06, 2007

Where to Get the Best Soccer Training When it Really Counts

Although soccer is rising in popularity throughout the U.S., we could certainly learn a few things from the Europeans. North America loves soccer but Europe is absolutely mad for it. Because of soccer’s popularity it is highly competitive abroad and demands excellence, even in youth players.

Whether you’re raising a soccer star, or a child who is simply mad for the game, you know how important and challenging it can be to find the right soccer training. EduKick International Soccer Academy meets this challenge, exposing students to professional soccer training that is designed to be intense as well as fun and educational.

Beware of Bad Training

Youth players are at great risk from poor training practices by uneducated coaches. At the very least, victims of poorly coached programs will have wasted valuable time and money. Worse yet, because children and teens are still developing physically, they are prone to sports injuries from over training or incorrect technique. One injury from bad training could end your child’s future in the game and lead to a lifetime of problems.

EduKick soccer coaches are all licensed professionals. Many of them have played pro-soccer themselves at an international level. They strive to provide balanced soccer education, with equal attention given to strength and conditioning, game psychology, technical precision and tactical skills. The staff at EduKick is dedicated to delivering the highest level of soccer instruction in adult supervised, secure, safe, and nurturing environments.

What Experienced Will Your Child Bring to the Game?

Every player on the field has something to offer the team as a whole. Your child’s experience in the sport determines what he or she has to offer. At EduKick International Academy students receive quality training that is unmatched. EduKick players have an opportunity to scrimmage with other youth teams around the world and meet professional soccer players who are successful in the international arena. That sort of experience is hard to beat.

Quality Soccer Training Creates Success On and Off the Field

Research gathered by the American Sport Education Program indicates that participation in youth sports builds social competence and self esteem. Kids who train at higher levels develop a mature sense of responsibility, excellent physical fitness, a strong drive to succeed, and the emotional strength to cope with set-backs. By helping your child achieve excellence on the soccer field, EduKick helps them achieve excellence throughout life.

International Soccer Broadens Your Childs Horizons

In today’s diverse society, an individual’s appreciation for foreign languages and cultures can be a major advantage. EduKick provides full-immersion foreign language study and unique cultural exchange alongside excellent soccer training. Traveling abroad is an unforgettable experience that will enrich your child’s life. With EduKick, that experience can also lead to victory on the soccer field and the unwavering confidence to succeed at any goal your child can imagine.

To learn more about EduKick Soccer and Language Education programs, receive a free soccer training newsletter, or to register your soccer fanatic today, please visit http://www.edukick.com/register.asp?cat=66

Monday, February 05, 2007

How to Choose a Soccer Training Program for Your Teen

How to Choose a Soccer Training Program for Your Teen

Quality soccer training programs for young players are in high demand but short supply. While the number of youth teams on the field continues to grow there are relatively few educated, professional coaches available. While well meaning parent and school gymnasium coaches may be able to teach your child the basics, high-level competitive skills can only be obtained from an expert.

Proper Training is a Must for Developing Soccer Players

If your child has ambitions beyond recreational soccer the wrong training can be devastating. Unbalanced training can leave your player lacking in crucial areas. Coaches who are either brutal or unmotivated in their methods can really damage a young players self esteem and sportsmanship, dulling their competitive edge.

Probably the greatest danger to your child from poor training is injury. Because children and teens are still developing physically, overtraining or incorrect technique can cause lasting and serious damage. One injury from bad training could end your child’s future in the game and lead to a lifetime of problems.

How to Find the Perfect Training Program

Look for coaches that are licensed, educated in sports training, and have played professional soccer, preferably at an international level. Coaches with dynamic qualifications are more likely to understand the specific needs of competitive soccer players. These instructors will impart wisdom and experience to young players. Make sure the program specializes in youth training and understands the fitness needs of growing kids.

A balanced program should focuses on:

· Strength and Conditioning
· Technical Precision
· Tactical Development
· Sport Psychology Coaching.


How to Get Even More from a Soccer Training Program

Some soccer training camps and schools offer international programs that allow students to travel abroad and study language and culture alongside the game. The international soccer scene is incredibly competitive. Programs that expose young players to international teams offer a wealth of experience that simply can not be gained elsewhere.

Furthermore, traveling abroad is an unforgettable experience and will enrich your child’s life immensely. In today’s diverse society, cultivating appreciation for foreign languages and cultures can be a major advantage for your child. Keep this in mind as you are deciding on the right program for your player.

To learn more about high-level competitive soccer training for young players and full-immersion soccer and language study visit http://www.edukick.com/soccercamps.asp.

Saturday, January 27, 2007

Soccer Schools Help Players Sharpen Skills while Traveling Abroad

Young soccer players around the world can sharpen their soccer skills and get a stamp on their passports while doing it. EduKick offers soccer players the chance of a lifetime to attend a full-year or half-year academic soccer school in destinations worldwide. Players can learn about foreign cultures, train with professional soccer coaches, and even learn a new language.

Students who attend any of the EduKick soccer boarding school programs get the chance to gain a broader outlook while living overseas. Not only do players become more skilled in their soccer game, they live the daily experience of another culture, from speaking a new language to the foods they eat. Students learn to be a part of a team outside of their families.

In a recent press release, Richard Hough, whose son is in the EduKick program in the U.K., said: “We are very impressed with EduKick’s soccer school program. Our son is currently enrolled in an EduKick year-long football course and it’s everything EduKick promised and much more! My son is receiving quality professional soccer training daily and the Football Studies course at the college is just perfect for him.”

The EduKick boarding schools are located in fantastic countries such as Italy, Brazil, England, France, and Spain. Each country offers a very unique experience to the players and the players learn the style of soccer specific to that country. EduKick offers phenomenal foreign coaching through its affiliated professional coaches and clubs; including the Blackburn Rovers Football Club in England, the family of Luis Aragones (coach of Spanish national Team) in Spain, and Ascoli Calcio of the Italian Serie A in Italy.

The EduKick soccer schools are designed for competitive soccer players, both male and female, who aspire towards playing collegiate and/or professional levels of soccer. The boarding schools are for both high school and university level students between the ages of 10 and 24.

Enrollment is now open for EduKick’s soccer schools program. Visit www.EduKick.com or call 866-338-5425 to get started on an exciting international soccer career.

Thursday, January 25, 2007

Balanced Mind and Body Training Develops Excellence in Today’s Youth

Balanced Mind and Body Training Develops Excellence in Today’s Youth

Most parents believe that self-esteem is directly related to success in life. Yet, it is one advantage they can’t directly give their children. Self-esteem is gained through personal accomplishment and the expanding confidence of children as they take on more responsibility.

However, parents can give their children experiences and education that encourage achievement and independence. A combination of activities that challenge a child’s mind and body are a perfect way to help children grow into confident, well rounded adults.

The benefits of participating in youth sports

Research indicates that participation in sports often promotes healthy development in kids and teens. According to a study done by the American Sport Education Program, athletic training builds an appreciation of personal health and fitness in young people. They also found that it improved self image, social skills and taught children how to cope with disappointment.

The advantages of athletic training at professional and international levels

Kids that show an affinity for a particular sport, such as soccer, can really benefit from professional training at an international level. The world of international soccer is highly competitive and offers new opportunities for achievement to youngsters who love the sport.

Look for camps, schools and training programs that are lead by coaches with experience playing soccer professionally in the international arena. Full-immersion international programs are especially desirable since they give children an opportunity to strengthen athletic skills and expose them to another language and culture

The benefits of learning foreign languages

Students who learn foreign languages tend to score higher on the standardized tests in English. Thus, learning a new language actually improves a student’s grasp of English. Evidence also suggests that children who study a second language are more creative and better at complex problem solving.

Americans fluent in other languages have a deeper understanding of our culturally diverse world and more career opportunities. In addition to sharpening a child’s mind, learning a second language can directly impact their chance of future success.

The advantages of full-immersion language learning
Full-immersion language programs are a fast growing, wildly successful way for kids become bi-lingual. In these programs, students travel abroad and spend a great deal of time speaking and listening to a second language.

Immersion programs are possibly the most effective type of foreign language instruction available. Students involved in such programs can be expected to achieve more fluency than those studying in traditional settings. These advanced skills foster pride and pave the way for adult accomplishments

Full-immersion sports and language training uniquely encourages kids’ potential

Traveling abroad is an experience that gives a sense of independence in children, a key aspect to creating self-esteem. When this is combined with the advantages of professional sports training and serious foreign language study kids are destined to win in the game of life. EduKick offers a full-immersion soccer and language experience in several European countries. (http://www.edukick.com)

Visit http://www.edukick.com/soccercamps.asp?cat=122 today to register your child for a full-immersion soccer and language experience. You can also sign up for a free newsletter about international youth sports and studying abroad at http://www.edukick.com.