Soccer Boarding School in USA for Boys & Girls

EduKick USA - PIA Soccer Boarding School:
EduKick and Pennsylvania International Academy - PIA have joined forces and united their expertise in soccer and education to provide a residential, academic-year soccer academy for competitive international and U.S. boys and girls ages 14-18 in Erie, Pennsylvania. In the mornings, students attend Mercyhurst Preparatory School, a leading, four-year coeducational school, recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the United States Department of Education. In the afternoons, students attend intensive technical soccer training sessions at our well-maintained soccer facilities. Erie is conveniently located within close proximity to three major cities in the northeastern United States: Buffalo - New York, Cleveland - Ohio, & Pittsburgh - PA. Airport pick-up/drop off is provided to/from Erie International Airport.

EduKick, Inc is a leading organization that aims to prepare young trainee soccer players for the challenges of professional international soccer. EduKick offers year-long soccer boarding schools, international football academies, academic monthly & summer camps abroad that provide its students with a deep appreciation for soccer, languages and culture.

Pennsylvania International Academy:
Pennsylvania International Academy (PIA), part of the Mercyhurst Prep Experience, aims to create the living experience of the Ivy League Colleges in America. This experience will make it easier for each student to prepare for the rich, bold and exciting time when they graduate from EduKick USA - PIA Soccer Boarding School. Dorm residency accommodation is provided with 2 students per room. Three meals per day are also provided.

International Academic-Year Soccer Boarding School (for High School teens ages 14-18):

Soccer Program:
- Soccer training 5 days per week; Weekend soccer match with club team; Weekly core fitness training; Participation in tournaments, showcases.

Academic Program:
- Secondary education in a leading high school; Basic college preparatory program; Honors classes; International Baccalaureate diploma program (IB); US culture program; 100% university placement; National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence; ESL program.

"EduKick really inspired me! I have started working on my game a lot by myself. Everyday that I do not have soccer practice I do 300 squats and 150 crunches. I spent 40 minutes a day working out 20 minutes of strait juggling and 20 minutes of working on my left foot. With my left foot I pass the ball 1000 times against a brick wall (like you told me to do) and when I play I am not as scared to use my left foot and it has improved. Right now all that I can think about is becoming a pro soccer player. I will put soccer in front of everything except for school of course. Hope to hear from you soon."
- Paolo, 16, Oakland, CA

"Having visited and seen the Italy camp first hand I was very pleased to see the organization and care for the campers. The quality of training and facilities along with excellent Italian coaches made it a quality soccer camp. I would send my son back any time."
- Ron, USA

"I thought the EduKick Italy camp was amazing! I got to meet lots of new people. The soccer training and both of the full day excursions were fantastic! Thanks for the great experience."
- Lucas, USA

"Bilotta and Zimmerman are a great team. Parents should know that their children will be under the care of seasoned and caring professionals. EduKick programs always have a positive and lasting influence on all participating youth."
- Cesar Plasencia, ex-professional soccer player, and current women's soccer coach at Consumnes River College in Sacramento, CA

EduKick USA - PIA Soccer Boarding School is situated on a spectacular residence and sports campus in Erie, Pennsylvania, nearby Cleveland, OH, Buffalo, NY & Pittsburgh, PA. Airport pick-up/drop off is provided to/from Erie International Airport which is served by three major airline carriers - Continental, Delta, and US Airways, with nonstop flights to three major U.S. cities (Cleveland - Ohio, Detroit - Michigan & Philadelphia - PA) and connections to over 1100 different destinations worldwide.