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Farmingdale, NY

Football Camp (Tackle)

at Farmingdale State College

Ages 9 - 15

July 27th through July 31st

2026 Registration is now OPEN!

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TRAIN HARD AND DEVELOP YOUR GAME

Future Stars Football Camp provides a supportive and challenging environment for players, helping them expand their skills and reach their full potential. Throughout the week, campers refine existing abilities, learn new techniques, and develop both offensive and defensive skills.

Campers are grouped by age, size, and ability, and contact is introduced progressively, with a focus on proper technique and safety. Each day, players work to improve their speed, strength, agility, and positional skills under the guidance of our experienced coaching staff, who provide personalized instruction and mentorship.

Note: This camp is FULL CONTACT. Campers must bring their own football pads, helmet, and equipment. Future Stars Flag Football Camp offers a non-contact option for players, grades 3-9, providing a safe and fun introduction to the sport while building fundamental skills and confidence.

locationsSummer Day Camp 
2350 Broadhollow Rd, Farmingdale 11735

phone: 631-769-2267
email: farmingdale@fscamps.com

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Football Camp Facilities at Farmingdale

  • Collegiate turf stadium
  • Grass athletic fields for drills, warm-ups, and recreational activities
  • Training equipment for agility practice and strength development
  • Field house gymnasium
  • Air-conditioned auxiliary gymnasium
  • Inflatable water slides, slip 'n slides and sprinkler games to cool off and have fun
  • Outdoor game tent for recreational activities
  • Various water and shade stations to cool off and take breaks

Building Skills That Last Beyond Football Camp

  • Offense – Master the fundamentals of running plays, reading defenses, and executing strategies that keep you moving the chains
  • Defense – Learn proper techniques for tackling, coverage, and stopping opponents effectively
  • Passing/Receiving – Develop accuracy, timing, and catching skills to become a reliable quarterback or receiver
  • Positioning – Understand the importance of proper positioning on both offense and defense to maximize impact on the field
  • Footwork/Speed & Agility – Boost quickness, coordination, and agility through drills designed for explosive movement and sharp reactions
  • Field Awareness – Learn to read the game, anticipate plays, and make smarter decisions under pressure
  • Scrimmages – Apply skills in controlled, game-like situations to build confidence, teamwork, and practical experience
  • Sportsmanship – Cultivate respect, teamwork, and leadership while enjoying the competitive and fun aspects of football
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2026 Dates & Rates

Find the camp week that fits your schedule.

Program
Date
Age
Weekly
Price
SAVE
3+weeks
(per wk)
Football (Tackle)
Jul 27 - Jul 31
9 - 15
$695
$645

Additional Services

Extended Day:
Early Drop-Off $60/wk, Late Pick-Up $75/wk

Sibling Discount:
Save $25/wk (after first child)

Lunch:
$80/wk

 

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Directions to Future Stars Farmingdale

Future Stars Farmingdale is located at Farmingdale State College, centrally located on the Nassau-Suffolk border.

The campus is conveniently located on Route 110, minutes from the LIE (Route. 495), and set between both the Northern and Southern State Parkways, directly across from Adventureland.

Our seasonal summer office is located in the Nold Hall Athletic Center.

FOOTBALL CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00 am: Orientation/Warm-Up

9:30 am: Offense/Defense Skills & Drills

11:00 am: Skills Competitions

12:00 pm: Lunch

1:00 pm: Water Park/Game Tent

2:00 pm: Offense/Defense Situations

3:00 pm: Offense v Defense/Scrimmages

3:45 pm Dismissal

Daily activities and times are subject to change.

Testimonials

“My nephew did a week of football camp and loved the coaches. It was great that he could play on an actual college football field and work on his techniques. Great program. We absolutely love this camp!”

 

- Desi B.

“Best summer camp my child has attended! Everyone on staff are professional, communicative, and truly care about the kids.”

- Armando C.

“My son loved camp last summer and we’re coming back this again this summer. I love how they use the college fields to train the kids so they can really see what it will be like when it’s their time to get there. All the staff is very professional and friendly. Highly recommended.”

- Christian T.

Meet the Director

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Charlie VanDercook

Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College since 1993

 

Charlie co-founded Future Stars Camps and served as the very first Camp Director when the program launched in 1980. With more than four decades of experience leading camps, he has been shaping meaningful youth experiences from the very beginning.

A lifelong athlete, Charlie played tennis in high school, in college, and on the 1976 WATCH circuit before turning to coaching. He went on to serve as Director of Tennis at Banksville Racket Club, Westhampton Bath & Tennis, Hampton Athletic Club, and Green Hollow Tennis Club.

Today, as Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College, Charlie combines his collegiate athletic background, deep coaching expertise, and proven leadership to create a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for every camper.

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