Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines Menace Youth Programs are camp, tournament, and matchday experiences run by the organization behind Des Moines Menace in USL League Two. They are built for families who want extra training, event soccer, or a memorable night at a Menace home game—not as a full seasonal rec-or-select club pathway like a typical Iowa youth club.
Summer camps welcome players ages 3–15 at all skill levels, grouped by age and ability, with sessions shaped for each age band. Men’s Menace players coach the week, so campers work with pre-professional athletes; many coaches compete at a level that can lead toward pro careers. Separate skill-focused summer camps serve ages 12–18. Registration includes a camp t-shirt (sizes youth extra small through adult large) and a ticket to a Menace home game, distributed on the final camp night so families can watch their coaches compete. Families may add a branded soccer ball at registration for $25; campers bring a ball daily either way, with size guidance that follows common youth soccer ball-size recommendations.
Youth tournament offerings tie into the Menace tournament series, including the Just for Girls Spring Cup, Menace Midwest Invitational, and Menace Fall Classic. Off the field, Ball Kids (ages 10 and older) help retrieve balls during games for $25, receiving a game ticket and Menace shirt, with more tickets available for family and friends. Anthem Buddies walk onto the field with teams for the national anthem for $25 and receive a game ticket and Menace t-shirt, also with extra tickets available. Birthday packages bundle game tickets, concession vouchers, a PA birthday shoutout, and an autographed youth jersey for the birthday child, with a ten-ticket minimum. Menace also schedules a Spring Break Mini Camp as a shorter seasonal option ahead of the outdoor season.
Menace four-day summer camp tuition runs $70 for ages 3–4 and 5–6, and $125 for ages 7–10 and 11–15. Skill-focused summer camps for ages 12–18 are $75. Summer camp cancellations more than seven days before the start date can receive a refund minus a $10 processing fee; registrations can transfer to another camp instead. Refunds are not offered after a camp begins; full refunds apply if Menace cancels a program or if a camper cannot attend for medical reasons. Optional weather interruptions are coordinated by camp coaches and the youth program staff, with same-day decisions communicated by email when possible.
These programs aim to grow soccer in Iowa and share enthusiasm for the sport. Training emphasizes fun, technique, and confidence in a setting connected to the senior Menace brand and match atmosphere.
Menace home matches are played at Mediacom Stadium in Des Moines, with matchday experiences such as Ball Kids and Anthem Buddies centered on that gameday environment. Summer camp locations and dates shift year to year; subscribing to the e-newsletter surfaces new camp dates and host communities alongside seasonal camp listings as they are announced. Front-office operations for the organization are tied to Krause Gateway Center at 1459 Grand Avenue, Des Moines.
Camp and program registration uses the signup links tied to each open camp or youth offering. Families who want to bring a Menace summer camp to another community can email menace.info@menacesoccer.com to start planning. Sponsorship, employment, and general youth questions can go through the same contact channels the front office uses for other Menace inquiries.
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What ages and program levels does Des Moines Menace Youth Programs cover?Summer camps serve ages 3–15 across beginner through advanced small groups. Skill-focused summer camps serve ages 12–18. Youth tournament series events, Ball Kids (10+), Anthem Buddies, and birthday packages add matchday and event experiences rather than year-round league teams under the Menace youth banner.
Where do Menace camps and home games happen?Summer camp sites and schedules rotate by year and community; updated locations and dates appear in camp listings and the e-newsletter. Menace home matches use Mediacom Stadium in Des Moines for the senior team, which anchors Ball Kid, Anthem Buddy, and birthday experiences around gameday.
What do Menace summer camps cost and what is included?Four-day summer camps are $70 for ages 3–6 and $125 for ages 7–15. Skill-focused summer camps for ages 12–18 are $75. Each registration includes a camp shirt and a home game ticket (given on the final night). Families may add a Menace soccer ball for $25 at signup.
What is the refund or weather policy for summer camps?Cancel at least seven days before the start date for a refund minus a $10 fee, or request a transfer to another camp. No refunds after camp begins. Full refunds apply if Menace cancels the program or if a medical issue prevents attendance. Unsafe weather can cancel a day; staff email updates when possible and pause play for lightning per standard safety waits.
What should campers bring and wear?Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes fit for soccer—cleats without metal studs or tennis shoes work. Shin guards are encouraged, not required. A camp shirt is provided at check-in and worn on the final night for group photos. Bring a soccer ball and water every day; optional purchase of a Menace ball is available during registration with size guidance for the player’s age.
What youth tournaments are part of the Menace tournament series?The youth tournament lineup includes the Just for Girls Spring Cup, Menace Midwest Invitational, and Menace Fall Classic as signature series events tied to Menace programming.
How do Ball Kids and Anthem Buddies work?Ball Kids must be 10 or older, pay $25, and receive a game ticket plus Menace shirt while helping collect balls during play. Anthem Buddies join teams for the anthem for $25 and receive a game ticket and Menace t-shirt. Extra tickets can be purchased for family and friends in both programs.
How can families register or ask about hosting a camp?Open camp and youth programs use Menace’s online registration for each listing. To explore hosting a summer camp in another town, email menace.info@menacesoccer.com. Sponsorship, jobs, or broader youth questions can go through the same Menace front-office contact channels used for tickets and partnerships.
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