Questions & Answers

• How many years have you been running camp?

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This will be the 8th season of Balance Soccer Summer Camps!

 

"I had the opportunity to create something that I didn’t see existing in the Portland area; a soccer camp with an old fashioned “camp” vibe.  Outdoors a majority of the time with a ton of activities and just too much to do in one day for even the most ambitious and energetic camper. "

-Tyler Pagano

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• What is the coach/counselor to camper ratio? 

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The counselor/coach to camper ratio is roughly 10 to 1

 

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• What type of background/reference checks do you complete for the instructors/counselors?

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Because I know all my coaches and counselors personally I do not require background checks.  I have taken great care to build this camp a certain way and will not sacrifice my principles to make a few extra bucks.  If camp grows to where I need to hire more individuals I will certainly complete a state recommended background check.

 

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• What are the sleeping arrangements?

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Each Bunkhouse has 3 rooms and sleeps 12-14 with bunkbeds.  We make sure to sort out the best solution for all campers.  Friends and teammates (and siblings, if they want) absolutely get bunked together.  

 

 

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• The fee includes all meals while they are at camp, correct?

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Yes, the fee includes all meals.  Campers can expect healthy and tasty food!  We also have a camp store where kids can buy snacks and cold drinks that we open up once or twice a day.  We collect the money up front and deduct from their account so that the kids aren’t walking around with cash.  

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• What if my child's club team schedules a tournament during the week of camp?

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If you have registered for camp and then your child's club schedules a tournament during camp week Balance Soccer will do 1 of 2 things: 

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1- Work with you to see if perhaps the camper can arrive at camp late or leave early for an adjusted price.  Every year there are at least a couple of campers who attend for 2 or 3 nights instead of the standard 4. 

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2- issue a refund (as according to Refund Policy below)

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If you choose to cancel or leave camp for any reason:​

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• 45 or more days prior to the camp session starting date: Balance Soccer will retain $150 for administration and processing fees.​

• 44 days or less prior to the camp starting date: Balance Soccer is unable to offer any refunds or credits.

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• Can my child bring their cell phone or smartwatch?​​

No. Camp week is all about being outside and learning that yo don't need a screen to live an amazing life.  Campers and families can sign up for a daily call time on a sign-up sheet that Tyler will provide as camp approaches.

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• What if my child leaves something at camp?

There is no post-camp Lost and Found. If something is left behind, it’s considered gone.  

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• How do I purchase a camp hoodie?

Once the 2025 Camp artwork is complete, Tyler will contact all registered campers with the price and how to purchase via Venmo/PayPal.

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• What kind of snacks are at the camp store?

Fruit snacks, cold Gatorade, cold fizzy waters, Rice Krispies treats, trail mix, chips, Goldfish. No candy, no soda.

 

 

 

 

• How much money should I deposit for the camp store?

$30 should be plenty.

 

 

 

 

• What can I do in between the scheduled sessions?

While we don’t have a lot of downtime, in between scheduled events, you can play sand volleyball, play tetherball, enjoy lawn games, read a book, chill in the bunks, shoot hoops, eat some snacks, or hang out with friends.

 

 

 

 

• What is FREE Time and what can I do during that time?

Each full day of camp, campers will have about 2 hours of FREE TIME! During this time, you can go down the 350-foot slip n' slide as many times as you want, play in the pool, buy snacks at the camp store, play more soccer, take a nap, play basketball, play tetherball, play volleyball, read a book, chill in the bunks, or race up the big hill. Get creative and have fun!