Football
From unique programming and private training to leagues and camps, take your football talents to the next level at The St. James.
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The St. James Difference
Whether you're looking for spirited competition or pursuing dreams of going pro, The St. James sports complex in Springfield, VA is your premier destination for football development, offering:
- Intensive camps featuring instruction from the country's premier coaches and former NFL players
- Football-centric strength, conditioning and safety programs
- Combine training for serious high school and college athletes, including collegiate/pro recruiting exposure
- Fun, instructional league play and tournaments for all levels, including co-ed flag football and youth rec football leagues
Training & Instruction
Elite Football Off-Season Strength & Conditioning - Middle School
Elite Football Off-Season Strength & Conditioning - High School
Football Camps
STJ Flag Football Summer Camp
The St. James flag football camp offers campers ages 8-13 a great way to learn how to throw, catch, and more! As well as covering basic tactical elements of the games in a fun, challenging, non-contact environment.
Ages
8 - 13
Schedule
Monday to Thursday | 9 AM - 3 PM
Dates
- Week 2 | Jun 10 - 14
- Week 3 | Jun 17 - 21
- Week 4 | Jun 24 - 28
- Week 6 | Jul 8 - 12
- Week 7 | Jul 15 - 19
- Week 8 | Jul 22 - 26
Commanders Flag Football Summer Camp
The Washington Commanders Football Team offers one of the best Flag Football Summer Camp experiences around. Our focus is on football education, participation, sportsmanship, and FUN. Every participant will get a reversible Commanders Jersey, Flags, and Shorts as part of the registration. We will also have braded gear for giveaways!
Ages
6 - 13
Schedule
Monday to Friday | 9 AM - 3 PM
Dates
- Week 5 | Jul 1 - 3
- Week 11 | Aug 12 - 16
Events
The St. James Performance Academy Virtual Info Session
Join us for a live webinar introducing The St. James Performance Academy Powered by TPH. Learn why STJ Academy is the ultimate Study, Train, Play destination, and get all of your questions answered by our team!
Ages
Middle & High School Students and Parents
Schedule
- Wednesday, April 24th
- 8:00 PM
The Gauntlet
THE GAUNTLET is your opportunity to compete and showcase your athleticism amongst the other top linemen in the DMV! Premier matchups that might never happen on the Fall Gridiron will now take place under one roof this spring at The St. James.
THE GAUNTLET participants will match up in 1v1 competition drills as well as athletic performance tests that are similar to what NFL Draft Prospects undergo at the NFL COMBINE. All participants must be a rising Sophomore (2027), Junior (2026), or Senior (2025) for the 2024-25 academic year, and enrolled in a private or public high school.
Ages
Rising Sophomores (2027), Juniors (2026) & Seniors (2025)
Schedule
- Sunday, April 28th
- 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
The Lineman Gauntlet - Nominations
The 2024 LINEMAN GAUNTLET is the opportunity for (50) of the DMV region's best HIGH SCHOOL football linemen to compete against one another in a BEST with BEST athletic combine. Matchups that might never happen on the Fall Gridiron will now take place under one roof this spring at The St. James. Top players from the top high school leagues, schools and football programs in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area are eligible to participate.
Nominations are now open for prospective players to be considered for the 2024 LINEMAN GAUNTLET, which will be held at The St. James on April 28th.
Ages
High School Lineman
Schedule
Sunday, April 28th
Private Football Lessons
Train with the best to take you to the next level. Our performance training team can train football players of all ages to improve their skill development, football IQ and more. Email football@thestjames.com to learn more about private lessons.
Get in Touch
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