Have you ever dreamed of playing on the perfectly manicured fields that you see during professional matches? No potholes. No slanted fields. No chasing balls that roll well out of bounds. With 13 full-size soccer fields, you and your team can play and train on fields worthy of the world’s top pros at the IMG Soccer Academy in Bradenton, FL. No training facility in the country offers a better mix of world-class facilities, pristine weather and convenience for your team to focus solely on skill development and building team camaraderie. 
Jared Vock is an IMG Soccer Academy Alumni having attended the Academy as a full-time student from 1999-2001, coming from Plymouth, MI. Jared graduated from the Academy in 2001 and received a full-scholarship to the University of South Florida and went on to finish his college eligibility at LeMoyne College. Since arriving at the IMG Soccer Academy as a full-time coach, Jared has worked with players of all ages and abilities; the players he has coach range in age from 12 all the way to the 18 year-old USDA players. Jared started his full-time coaching career at the age of 22 under the tutelage of previous IMG Soccer Director, Tom Durkin. 
By any measure of success – from players produced to team success to number of college scholarships earned – the IMG Soccer Academy has proven itself as the nation’s best. Since its inception in 1994, the Academy has continually developed some of the country’s best players while also putting the caliber of teams on the field that can successfully compete in any tournament against any team at any time.
FAQs
Camps II Academy Program II
Summer & Weekly Camps
What Soccer related items should I bring?
- Cleats (firm ground)
- Shin guards
- Several pairs of soccer socks
- Several pairs of Soccer shorts
- Several pairs of Soccer shirts
- Sunscreen
- Flip flops
- Flats
What is the three-week training series?
During the summer, we package our instructional curriculum in a three-week (3) training series. Each week is a stand-alone training camp with instruction in all areas of the game of soccer; however, each week also has a separate teaching emphasis from the week before. Athletes can gain a great deal from attending for only one week, but we recommend (and most of our athletes attend) a full three-week training series or more to receive maximum benefit from our instruction.
Additional to our three-week series we also offer our summer full time program, allowing players to attend for five-weeks (5) and compete in a summer tournament with the team they are drafted into.
Do you provide housing?
All of our programs can be either boarding (three meals included) or non-boarding (lunch included). All drinks will be provided on the soccer field.
When are your camp dates?
We are open 52 weeks a year, with program offerings Monday – Friday.
Do you play games during the week?
All players will experience individual and team training and within each session they will scrimmage multiple times to re-enforce the session’s structure.
Do you provide written evaluations?
All players will receive a written evaluation which is mailed at the end-of-stay to his/her home. This means players will not lose their evaluation during their departure.
Academy & Post Graduate Programs
What is a typical daily training schedule for the boys teams?
| 7:30-8:30am | Breakfast |
| 8:30-11:45am | IMG Soccer Training |
| 12:30-1:30pm | Lunch |
| 1:30-5:45pm | IMG Pendleton School |
| 7:30-8:30pm | Physical Training (Mon., Wed. & Fri.) |
| 6:00-9:00pm | Free Time & Study |
Will I play on a team at the IMG Soccer Academy?
Each player will be placed on a team based on age and ability. They will compete against other clubs within Florida, as well as against teams outside the state when competing at tournaments.
Boys only: IMG Soccer Academy is also a U.S. Soccer Development Academy club, with both U-16 and U-18 Academy League teams and play in the South East division of the U.S. Developmental Academy League.
How do I begin the Admission process?
You may download an application for the 2011-2012 academic year by clicking here, or by contacting the Office of Admissions at 941.752.2526. We also have a Boys Academy Student-Athlete Advisor to ask questions.
Is an interview required?
Yes. We recommend that all prospective students visit the Academy for a personal interview. If an applicant is unable to attend in person, a phone interview will be coordinated upon completion and receipt of the application for admission.
What standardized tests are required?
Applicants are welcome to submit scores from the Educational Records Bureau Test (ISEE) or the Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT). However, these tests are not required for admission. All non-native speakers of English who are applying for Grade 12 or the Post-graduate program are required to submit Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores.
How do I submit an Application?
Applications for admission can be submitted via email to admissions@imgworld.com, fax to 941.752.2526, or mail to: IMG Pendleton – Office of Admissions, 5500 34th Street West. Bradenton, FL 34210
What are the deadlines for applying?
March 1, April 1, May 1, June 1, July 1
Admissions decisions will be delivered March 15, April 15, May 15, June 15 and July 15
Can my family and I visit the IMG Soccer Academy?
Yes and we welcome your visit. Please be sure to contact us as we will plan out an itinerary that allows you to see everything necessary while on campus, including but not limited to our Academy Park soccer fields, weight room, on-campus housing, cafeteria, and IMG Pendleton School. You will also meet with IMG Admissions officials and coaching staffs.
Will I receive coaches’ feedbacks and evaluations?
Each player will receive each quarter a full evaluation that will be emailed directly to the parent and also consulted and explained with each player so they understand areas of improvement athletically, physically, technically and mentally.
Additionally after each game all parents will receive the team's wrap-up and evaluation with the game highlights and coaches' thoughts.
IMG Parents Weekend
Every year we host a parent’s weekend for the whole academy to have the parents visit and speak with teachers on campus and also the coaches. We host home games this weekend so you will have the opportunity to watch your son/daughter play on the team and also speak with other Academy families.
IMG Cup – Show your support
IMG Cup will host a boys tournament each year. Visiting teams from around the United States and international will attend to compete in the tournament. Attend and show your support for your team. We also have a great attendance of college soccer coaches attending to watch the teams and seek players.
IMG's programs have produced some of the world's top athletes, and they can help you reach your goals–whether you're a beginner, top recruit, collegiate athlete or elite pro.
