Moorestown Friends School Teams With Sports Academies For Summer Camps

MOORESTOWN, NJ — Moorestown Friends School is teaming up with a number of highly reputable sports academies to offer expert sports instruction, training, and fun to area youngsters this summer.

Professionals from Moorestown Tennis Club, Universal Soccer Academy, and Zeljkovic Fencing Academy will work with children to improve their mental and physical spirits. Instructors will talk about health, nutrition, training, and recovery, the school said.

“We are thrilled to be working with these academies to offer high-quality sports programming throughout the summer,” Moorestown Friends School Director of Auxiliary Programs Martha Cameron said.

Soccer and tennis programs are available for students entering K-9. Fencing programs are available for students entering Grades 4-6, and flag football and basketball are available for students entering Grades 3-8. Availability varies from week to week. Moorestown Friends School Summer Programs run from June 26- Aug. 11.

Recognized internationally, Universal Soccer Academy provides its students with a structured pathway to success. It uses modern training techniques and concepts.

“Since 2000, we’ve helped develop hundreds of young players in South Jersey at all levels, many of whom have gone on to play at the college and professional levels.” said James Galanis, President and Director of Soccer Operations for Universal. “We’re excited to offer programs on the Moorestown Friends School campus this summer.”

Galanis is also the personal coach/mentor for FIFA Player of the Year Olympic Gold Medalist and World Cup winner Carli Lloyd, of Delran.

Zeljkovic Fencing Academy is eager to introduce the Olympic sport of fencing to young people.

“Fencing is a cerebral and physical sport, often referred to as ‘physical chess,’” said Mickey Zeljkovic, Owner and Coach at Zeljkovic Fencing Academy. “MFS is of the one of the only schools in South Jersey to offer fencing as a varsity sport and we’re thrilled to offer programs for young fencers this summer at the school.”

Moorestown Tennis Club has five indoor tennis courts on Twosome Drive in Moorestown and offers training for all levels of players.

“We’ve had a great relationship with MFS and their tennis programs since our opening,” said Omar Gonzalez, Moorestown Tennis Club Junior Director. “It is a great opportunity to offer summer programs for area young people on their campus, taking advantage of their high-quality tennis courts and facilities.”

For dates and to register, visit summer.mfriends.org or contact Director of Auxiliary Programs Martha Cameron with questions at mcameron@mfriends.org or 856-914-4493.

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