Train Like A Pro: The Elite Youth Soccer Camp Series with the German Soccer Federation
Train Like A Pro: Global Soccer Development and German Football Federation Host Train Like a Pro Summer Soccer Camp Series Across America with Top Youth Soccer Clubs
This summer, young soccer players across America will have the rare opportunity to train under the guidance of elite coaches from — Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB) — the German Football Federation, which is the governing body behind one of the world’s most successful soccer nations. The Elite German Soccer Camp Series, hosted by Global Soccer Development (GSD), will bring to five U.S. cities an unparalleled development experience for youth players.
Recognized, supported, and endorsed by the top soccer coaches in Germany, these youth soccer camps are in partnership with GSD, specializing in elite youth soccer player development, identification, and training trips to Europe in cooperation with professional clubs. GSD also holds the GSD Cup in Germany and the Cadiz Global Cup in Spain.
📍 Elite Youth Summer Soccer Camp Locations & Dates:
- SAN FRANCISCO: June 23 – 27
- AUSTIN: July 7 – 11
- DMV AREA: July 14-18
- MIAMI: July 21 – 25
- ATLANTA: July 28 – Aug 1
With a proven track record of developing world-class talent, Germany’s coaching philosophy focuses on technical excellence, tactical intelligence, and mental resilience. These intensive five-day camps are designed for dedicated boys and girls (born 2008-2016) who aspire to elevate their game to the next level. Every participant will receive an official Adidas training kit and will train in a high-energy, competitive environment—combining small-sided games, advanced drills, and professional-level coaching.

Why Train with German Federation Coaches?
Julian Nagelsmann, head coach of the German national team, highlights the significance of this training experience:
“Germany’s football culture is built on passion, precision, and development. These camps provide young players with the tools to sharpen their skills and expand their tactical understanding in a truly professional setting.”
Nagelsmann has built a reputation for identifying and developing young talent and helping them develop. His success with elite clubs like Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig demonstrates his ability to nurture players and shape winning teams — experience which makes his coaching philosophy highly relevant for American soccer parents seeking the best development opportunities for their children.
German soccer legend and DFB Sporting Director Rudi Völler, a 1990 World Cup champion, emphasizes the impact of these camps:
“With the 2026 World Cup approaching, the DFB is committed to fostering young talent worldwide. This is an incredible opportunity for American players to learn from Germany’s renowned player development system.”
The legendary German champion, coach, and current sporting director at the Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB) is one of the most respected people in German soccer.

Elite Training with a Proven Development Path
With Germany’s winning tradition (4x FIFA Men’s World Cup Champions, 2x FIFA Women’s World Cup Champions), this summer camp offers young American players a rare chance to train under one of the most respected football federations in the world.
Eddie Loewen, Founder of GSD, shares his vision: “Our goal is to expose young American players to the best training environments in the world. These camps will challenge them to think and play the game at a higher level, preparing them for success on and off the field.”
In each city, these competitive youth soccer camps with German coaches are for five-days. While the camp is for serious girl and boy soccer players (birth years 2008 to 2016), there is a strong emphasis on fun — with small-sided games and professional soccer training providing for real development.
Spots are limited, so parents who want to give their youth soccer players a competitive edge in development should register early.
For more details and registration, visit Global Soccer Development Elite Summer Camp DFB Series

Germany’s Elite Coaching Philosophy Comes to the U.S.
Hannes Wolf, Sports Director of Young Talent, Training, and Development at the Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB), emphasizes the innovative approach that will be introduced at the camp:
“The DFB Soccer Camps in the USA will be implementing our new development concept for youth players by using many varieties of small sided games to maximize the net playing time for every player; ensuring that every player is in action and promoting joy for the game.”
Former German international striker and current Assistant Coach for the German National Team, Sandro Wagner, echoes this sentiment:
“Every player is unique, and as coaches, our job is to bring out the best in them. It’s exciting and rewarding to help young athletes grow, both on and off the field. We love developing players!”

Elite Youth Soccer Clubs Hosting the DFB Summer Camps Speak Out
Leaders of some of the USA’s top youth soccer clubs emphasize the unparalleled value of this training opportunity at DFB’s elite youth soccer camps with German coaches:
Jonathan Smith, Director of Strikers Pro Academy, (Miami):
“Having the Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB) bring their official national team coaches and staff to work with Miami’s youth is an incredible opportunity. This isn’t just about training sessions—it’s about exposing our young soccer players to the methodologies, standards, and culture that have shaped one of the world’s most successful footballing nations. The DFB brings a level of development that simply cannot be replicated in most youth programs. For young athletes in Miami, this experience bridges the gap between local club development and the global stage. We are proud to provide direct access to the DFB.”
📍 Click Here to Register for MIAMI: July 21 – 25
Kai Gockell, MLS Next Academy Director of Capital City SC, (Austin):
“We’re thrilled to host the German Football Federation (DFB) Soccer Camp in Austin this summer! It’s an outstanding opportunity for our young Central Texas athletes to develop their skills under the guidance of top-tier coaches with experience from the four-time FIFA World Cup champions.”
📍 Click to Register for AUSTIN: July 7 – 11

Mirza Mustafa, Executive Director of Atlanta Fire United, (Atlanta):
“Atlanta Fire United is beyond excited to partner with the DFB Akademie and Global Soccer Development to bring world-class coaching to Atlanta this summer. Our players will be trained by some of the most talented coaches from Germany, helping to lay the foundation for their future growth and potential career pathways in the game.”
📍 Click to Register for ATLANTA: July 28 – Aug 1
Matthew Fitchett, Executive Director at Eastshore Alliance FC, (San Francisco):
“We at Eastshore Alliance Fútbol Club are incredibly excited to partner with Global Soccer Development and the German Football Association (DFB) to bring a world-class soccer camp to the San Francisco Bay Area. The DFB’s renowned coaching tradition has shaped some of the best talent in the world, and this camp offers young players a unique opportunity to train under their expertise. With the FIFA World Cup coming to the U.S. and the Bay Area in just 12 months, this is the perfect moment to inspire the next generation and elevate their game alongside coaches from the four-time World Cup champions.”
📍 Click to Register for SAN FRANCISCO: July 28 – Aug 1

Don’t Miss This Exclusive Opportunity!
“Talented youth soccer players deserve to take advantage of a world-class soccer experience with top German DFB coaches! Spaces for the Elite German Soccer Camp are limited, and demand is high,” adds Loewen. “Register now to ensure your youth soccer player receives the best training from one of the world’s most successful football federations.”
About the Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB)
The DFB is the largest FIFA Member Association in the world, with over 7 million registered members. Annually, the federation organizes 1 million matches across its leagues, demonstrating its unmatched commitment to player development. The U17 German National Team recently won the FIFA U17 World Cup, continuing Germany’s legacy of excellence.
Germany’s National Team Achievements:
🏆 Men’s FIFA World Cup Champions: 1954, 1974, 1990, 2014
🥈 Runners-up: 1966, 1982, 1986, 2002
🏆 Women’s FIFA World Cup Champions: 2003, 2007
About Global Soccer Development (GSD)
Global Soccer Development (GSD) is dedicated to impacting, inspiring, and improving young soccer players by providing a challenging yet supportive environment for elite talent.
Eduard “Eddie” Loewen, Founder of GSD, is a former Bundesliga player (DSC Arminia Bielefeld) and represented Germany in two FIFA Beach Soccer World Cups. He holds a UEFA A coaching license and has served as a coaching instructor for FIFA and CONCACAF.
Through partnerships with top European clubs, GSD provides access to elite training opportunities, professional trials, and international competitions, such as the GSD Cup (Germany) and Cádiz Global Cup (Spain).
📩 For more information, contact: Eduard Loewen | eddie@globalsoccerdevelopment.com
Images courtesy of DFB