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About
Light Soccer Camp
Light Soccer Camp coached by David and Fernando Light, is a soccer camp that runs from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM throughout the year in Palo Alto, California (see registration page for exact dates). The camp will focus on improving the technical, tactical, mental and physical aspects of each players’ game. We strive for campers to have an inspiring and memorable experience, where they will learn a lot about the game, and have a blast with their friends, teammates, and coaches. Coach David and Fernando have developed players at the Club and High school level in Palo Alto over the last 15 years, and David is currently the Boys' Varsity Head Coach at Cupertino High School. He also coaches at Stanford and Red Star Soccer Club. Fernando is currently coaching at Palo Alto Soccer Club, and has many years of club and High school coaching experience. Both David and Fernando are former college soccer players and possess advanced US Soccer coaching licenses. Thank you for visiting our home page and we hope to see you soon!
Founded in 2021
Our Staff
My brother and I have both completed background checks in the last year, and are former college soccer players.
David Light
Goal: To help players develop on and off the field, and to be a positive role model. I have a player-centered approach, and I aspire to create a team/group environment that is inspiring, informative, positive, and that helps players reach their highest potential!
Coaching Experience:
- Cupertino High School Boys’ Varsity Soccer Head Coach (2019- Present)
- Stanford Soccer Club 010 Boys Black (Ice), Stanford Soccer Club 08 Boys Red (Landslide) and 09 Boys (Frostbite).
- Red Star Soccer Club 012 Boys Red, and Red Star 09 Boys White.
- Head Coach for Gunn High School Boys F/S (JV). (2017-2019)
- Co-Coach Gunn Boys F/S (2013-2016)
- US Soccer D Coaching License
- Stanford University Men’s JR. Elite Soccer Camp (Summer 2019)
- Stanford University Women’s JR. Elite Soccer Camp (Summer 2019)
- World United Futsal Academy Coach (Winter 2018)
- AFC Fiorentina Method (Basic)
- US Soccer 11v11 Formations and Systems of Play
Playing Experience:
- Stanford Earthquakes, Gunn High School, Foothill College, Canada College, San Jose State University.
Academics
- B.A. San Jose State University - Magna Cum Laude (3.85 GPA)
Goal: To help players develop on and off the field, and to be a positive role model. I have a player-centered approach, and I aspire to create a team/group environment that is inspiring, informative, positive, and that helps players reach their highest potential!
Fernando Light
Palo Alto Soccer Club Coach 5 years (2013-present)
Head Coach Gunn Boys High school 5 years (2013-17)
Stanford Soccer Club Coach boys/girls
Stanford Eclipse, Earthquakes, Meteors, Microburst
(2013-17)
Assistant Coach Stanford Earthquakes
(Jan 2007 - Jul 2012)
USSF D license
Head Coach Stanford Earthquakes Soccer Camp (2002- 2007)
National Federation of High School Athletics Completed Courses – Fundamentals of Coaching
Concussion Protocol – Sudden Cardiac Arrest
SafeSport Trained
Collegiate Soccer Athlete (Foothill College)
Club Coach 15 years (Stanford/Palo Alto)
San Jose State BA in Psychology
Focus on Sports Psychology/Child Psychology
Deans List of students (SJSU)
Goal – To improve players technical abilities, making them more confident on the field. Creating a team atmosphere , making the soccer experience fun and competitive for all.
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Reviews
(13)
(Light Soccer Camps)
December 24, 2023
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Gus Woltmann
Our 8-year-old son participated in a Spring Camp, and he had a fantastic time. We've already secured a spot for the Summer Camp! Each day consists of three hours packed with technical lessons and games. Coach David and Coach Fernando are highly experienced, and our son showed significant improvement in just a week. Whether your child is a casual player or a more serious one, this program seems to cater to both. We're thrilled to have discovered and enrolled in this camp!
(Light Soccer Camp)
January 11, 2023
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Yuanyuan Dai
Verified Purchase
My son attended the camp and loved it! Coaches are very patient, professional and also bring fun to the training. Highly recommend it!
Light Soccer Camp
January 11, 2023
Glad he loved it! - Fernando
(Light Soccer Camp)
December 31, 2021
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Angela Lu
My kids 7 and 9 attended the Light soccer camp for the first time this winter. I originally signed up for just a few days but ended up adding on more days because the boys loved going (and they went in the rain). As a parent, I love that the camp balances fun, skill trainings and game play. Coach David, coach Fernando, coach Ian and coach Christina were all fantastic! I was particularly impressed by how engaged the coaches are and how much they know about each individual child after just a couple of days, it really shows that they care! The camp has a nice group of kids with different skill levels from beginners to advanced players. For reference, my boys play for a local competitive club at the beginner level, they enjoyed the camp and were appropriately challenged.
FAQ's
Is Light Soccer Camp worth it?
Parents recommend Light Soccer Camp and the average rating is 4.9 out of 5. Overall, the reviews indicate that Light Soccer Camp provides engaging and enjoyable experiences for children.
What ages can go to Light Soccer Camp?
Light Soccer Camp has camps for children ages 5 to 16. Age-appropriate activities are designed to engage and inspire children at different developmental stages.
Questions & Answers
My 7 year old child has difficulty speaking English. Can he participate in class?
(Light Soccer Camp) -
asked on Jul 21, 2022
Jul 22, 2022 - David/Fernando Light
Yes that should be fine. Thanks! -
Do you have many older kids attend? I have a 12 year old Recreational level son interested, but he definitely prefers to be around kids the same age as him (not younger kids). thanks.
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asked on Apr 21, 2023
Apr 21, 2023 - David/Fernando Light
Yes! Our camp is one of few that usually has a good group of older players aged 11-13. Thanks! -
If we purchase the winter camp but unable to attend, would I be able to have the camp credited for another time? I’m ok not getting a refund
(Light Soccer Camp) -
asked on Nov 28, 2022
Nov 29, 2022 - David/Fernando Light
Yes, thanks. -
My son is 5 but has been doing AYSO this fall. Can he sign up?
(Light Soccer Camp)
asked on Oct 12, 2022
Oct 13, 2022 - David/Fernando Light
If he is OK playing with older players it should work. Thanks -
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