Farmington Area Community Education

Cornerstone on the Vermillion Ages 4-17 Do you love horses? Our camps are all horses, all the time! Spend time bonding with some incredible show horses. All abilities are welcome to join us for an action packed camp and learn western, English, and bareback riding, horsemanship, groundwork, and training. Participants begin their days with horsemanship skill development, followed by horse training. Connecting & partnering with the horses is emphasized throughout each day. Riding multiple horses throughout camp with emphasis on rider safety, core, seat and legs. Each day refreshing all skills learned the previous day. Our camps are coached to develop skills, connection & understanding of these magnificent animals. Please bring a bicycle helmet if you have one, otherwise riding helmets are provided. Please bring a bag lunch. Instructor: Michelle Michaud Owner and Operator of Cornerstone on the Vermillion Horse Boarding and Training Stable Voted Best of Hastings – Business Hall of Fame 3 Consecutive Years (2017–2019) Voted Best Horse Boarding and Training 2021 for the 5th year in a row!

T-Ball Tykes Camp Ages 2-6 DASH Sports t-ball classes provide players with a well-rounded experience in a fun environment. Key elements of throwing, fielding/catching, batting, and baserunning will be taught and practiced, and players will be challenged at an appropriate level in a fun, positive environment while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, and Pride’. The final day of classes is ‘Game Day’ and athletes will showcase their skills in a game environment. Athletes should bring a water bottle and a baseball glove. Baseballs and bats are provided.

Ages 2-8 Looking for a quality, high-energy soccer program for your youth? Soccer Shots is an engaging, children’s soccer program, focusing on character development! Soccer Shots Mini - Ages 2-3 Soccer Shots Mini is a high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using your feet, dribbling and the basic rules of the game. Through fun games, songs and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active. Watch this video to learn more! Soccer Shots Classic - Ages 3-5 Soccer Shots Classic utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork and appreciation. Watch this video to learn more! Soccer Shots Premier ages 5-8 Soccer Shots Premier focuses on individual skill, fitness and sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to be challenged through fun games and team interaction. Children will also be introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate manner. Watch this video to learn more! Soccer Shots Empower Ages 2-8 The Empower Program is a specific program developed to empower children with a variety of disabilities to reach their maximum athletic potential in a safe and supportive environment. Empower athletes will focus on learning soccer strategies while incorporating important concepts, such as following directions, social skills and increasing fine and gross motor development. Inclusion is an integral part of the program, as buddies assist participants with appropriate accommodations and modifications throughout the curriculum. Parent participation is required. Empower Program Benefits: Caring and qualified coaches Appropriate coach:child ratio Weekly communication with families Curriculum that provides differentiation for children and their needs Visuals to enhance children's understanding Safe environment to try new things Opportunity for character development and building relationships Time to focus on fun and positive growth Empower Parent Testimonial: "Soccer Shots means so much to special needs children who do not regularly get the chance to play on a sports team. Finley has "classic" autism and we have worked so hard to give him confidence in his life, since many children with autism struggle with anxiety. Soccer Shots makes him feel like he's on top of the world. It gives him confidence, while playing and working within boundaries. He loves making goals, and I know that will translate to other goals in his life as he grows. He's also getting to the stage in life where he is beginning to see he is different from typical children. Soccer is a game that bridges the differences, and it gives him something in common with typical children. Thank you for all you do!" -Sarah B., Parent If you have additional questions, please reach out to Youth Program Coordinators at youthenrichment@farmington.k12.mn.us or call 651-460-3200. Please wear active clothing, tennis shoes, and bring a water bottle.