Youth Activities

T-ball/Baseball/Softball 

Grade requirements are based on grade child is going into the 2020-21 school year. Have an enjoyable time developing the fundamentals & skills of baseball & softball. Practices & games will be held Mon-Thurs. Teams will meet 2-3 times per week. The season runs approximately June 8th - July 17th. Sign-up deadline will be Mon. May 11th. Registrants signed up after this date will be put on a waiting list and will be put on a team ONLY if there are openings, Rosters & schedules will be posted at the RACC & on-line by Friday, May 22 at 5 pm.

Peanuts League: All players will hit off a tee this season. League will stress getting outs more than scoring runs. Introduction to the basics of the sport will be the key to success. Boys and girls will be on combined teams. T-shirt included in fees.

Baseball League: Coaches will provide advanced practice on all the basics of the game. Advanced skills of fielding, making plays, and advancing runners will be refined. Players may start specializing in certain positions including the kids pitching. T-shirt included in fees.

Softball League: Coaches will provide advanced practice on all the basics of the game. Advanced skills of fielding, making plays, and advancing runners will be refined. Players may start specializing in certain positions. Depending on players, a coach may pitch or a pitching machine will be used. T-shirt included in fees.

Free Cardinal Baseball Camp

FREE - May 6th - 3:30-5:00pm - Boys Grades K-4th - Memorial Field

Join the varsity baseball team and coaches for a one-day free baseball skills camp! Sam Felt will meet players after school at the front doors of Reede Gray and will walk to Memorial Field. Parents can pick up kids at 5:00pm at Memorial Field. T-shirt included. MUST pre-register to particpate! If May 6th is rained-out we will move the one-day camp to May 13th.

Softball Pitching Camp

$60 - July 6th-August 6th - 10:30-11:45am - All Ages - Field TBA

Any age pitcher is welcome! Learn the basic fundamentals of pitching, including the grip, warm-up routine, mechanics, mentality and more! Recommended: Each pitcher should bring a catcher. Instructor: Karli Persson, Collegiate Record-Breaking Pitcher from Bethel Univ.

Summer Gymnastics

Lessons are available for those ages 4-4th grade. Basic gymnastics skills will be taught using the floor, bars, vault, & beam. All lessons are held in the RACC Fieldhouse. Coaches along with parents will have the right to move a participant to a different class based on ability. There is not a Level 3 class this year - please consider RAGA Beginner listed below. Level One - Tumbling Tots: This class is for boys & girls ages 4-6 that are first time participants or those with limited gymnastics experience. No (or minimal) skills required to be in this class. Level Two - Tiny Twisters: This class is for boys & girls ages 6+ with at least 1 yr gymnastics experience. Participants should have experience doing forward rolls, bridges, and handstands. Min: 6 / Max: 20

Session 1: June 15 - June 30
Session 2: July 13 - July 28

Level 1: $20    Level 2: $25

Redwood Area Gymnastics Academy

The Redwood Area Gymnastics Academy will be offered this summer to help those that want to further advance their gymnastics skills leading up to their season next winter. Kelsi Limoges along with other coaches are looking forward to working with girls that have prior gymnastic experience. Gymnasts entering the beginner classes must have 2 years of experience and must be able to do a roundoff, intermediate classes must be able to do a back walkover and advanced classes must be able to do a back-handspring. If you have any questions, please email Kelsi at kelsimagers7@gmail.com Max: 20

Session 1: June 16 - July 1 Mondays & Tuesdays
Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced

Session 2: July 14 - August 4 Mondays & Tuesdays
Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced

Parents & Child Gymnastics

It’s never too young to start tumbling around! Join RV Head Coach Kelsi Limoges for Parent and Child gymnastics class. This is a great opportunity for your younger ones to learn the basics of stretching and tumbling. Parents must particpate with their child during class. Ages 1 - 3 years old. Min: 5 Max: 10

Session 1: Tuesdays June 16 - June 30   12:00-12:30pm   $10
Session 2: Tuesdays July 14 - August 4   12:00-12:30pm   $15

Cardinal Youth Wrestling Camp

Wrestlers will learn the basics of the sport of wrestling through new techniques, drills & activities. The older groups will learn more advanced technique. On the last day, they will be doing various competitions. Instructors: RV HS Coaching Staff

June 16 - June 18  -  PreK-2nd Grade & Grades 3rd-6th  - Wrestling Rm.

Freestyle/Greco Youth Wrestling Practice

Wrestlers will learn the basics of Freestyle and Greco wrestling and strengthen skills previously learned during the Folkstyle wrestling season. If you have any questions you can contact Ethan Hildebrandt by email at ehildebrandt@redwoodareaschools.com or 507-621-0408. NO PRACTICE APRIL 13TH!

Mondays  - April 6-May 18  - $20  -  K-6th Grade - 3:30-5:30pm

Cardinal Volleyball Camp

Head RVHS Volleyball Coach Taya Lindahl is offering a skills camp for girls entering Kindergarten-9th grade. All abilities & skill levels are encouraged to participate. Level I participants will be introduced to basic fundamentals, but an introduction and passion for the game/team is the primary objective. Level II & III participants will focus on skill & athletic development. Serving, passing, setting, attacking, & blocking techniques will be the primary focus. Fee includes camp t-shirt. Instructor: Taya Lindahl • Min: 10

June 16-18   - RVHS Gym  -  K-9th Grade (various sections)

Jr. Golf Lessons

In a joint collaboration between the Redwood Falls Jr Golf Association & Ryan Fernelius, Jr Golf lessons are back for another season. Jr Golf Lessons are an introductory program to the sport of golf. Lessons will be available to kids ages 6-18 and will include learning the basic & advanced skills of chipping, putting, driving, as well as course etiquette (including cleaning your golf balls & clubs). Lessons will be held at both the Redwood Falls Golf Club (June 16, 23 & 30) as well as RVHS driving range (June 9) (located east of the Football Stadium/Track & Field). Participants are reminded to bring clubs or they can check out a set at the RACC through the Sticks for Kids Program. Instructor: Ryan Fernelius (RFGC) & Volunteers from the Redwood Falls Jr Golf Association. Please select one session. Max: 24 participants/session

Tuesdays    June 9-30    $30
Session 1: 8:00-9:00am
Session 2: 9;15-10:15am

Cardinal Girls Basketball Camp

Cardinals Basketball Coach Taya Lindahl would like to invite girls who want to improve their ability to play organized basketball. Camp will include fundamental skill development, as well as advanced game skills. Fee includes a camp t-shirt. Min: 10

June 22-25  -  K-9th Grade (various sections)

Cardinal Boys Basketball Camp

Cardinal Basketball Coach Aaron Lindahl would like to invite you to attend the Redwood Valley Boys Basketball Camp. Camps are designed to develop individual and team skills in areas of shooting, ball-handling, defense, and rebounding. Along with these basic skills, campers will learn to develop a positive attitude and self-discipline while playing the game. Fee includes a camp t-shirt. Min: 10

June 13 - 16 -  K-9th Grade (various sections)

Mike Felt Heat Check Shooting Camp

Mike Felt Heat Check Shooting Camp Former Redwood Valley standout basketball player Mike Felt is back for his 7th year of camp. The 2020 camp will have an extreme emphasis on making powerful offensive moves and being an explosive shooter. Campers will utilize drills and equipment to expand a player’s offensive skill set and shooting consistency. The goal is to provide players with drills and skills that will help them become the offensive threat that their team needs in the upcoming season.

July 24 - 8:00-12:00pm - $40 - Grades 7th-12th

Cardinal Football Camp

Head RVHS Football Coach Matt Lundeen is offering a skill enhancement camp for boys & girls entering K-8th grade. Camps are geared to teach athletes the fundamentals of football & to develop a love for the sport. Each camp day will include 1/2 fundamental work with the other 1/2 being non-contact scrimmages. Pads are not worn during camp, therefore there is no tackling! Cost includes a camp football. Instructor: Matt Lundeen Min: 10

July 20-22 - K-8th Grade (various sections)

Youth Tennis Lessons

Excellent for kids who want to learn the basics of tennis. Entry level participants will have the opportunity to learn the technique of holding a raquet, serve and volley, as well as playing at the net and baseline. Going into the grades listed. Min: 5 / Max: 10 COST: $28

Session 1: June 15 - July 3 M/W/F
Session 2: July 13 - July 31 M/W/F
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced

Music In Me

We all have music inside of us! During this uplifting and creative time we will sing old familiar and also new tunes with the guitar, explore various musical & rhythm instruments, and learn to move our bodies to the beat. Come join the fun as we express ourselves through music! Min: 8 / Max: 12 Instructor: Pam Arentson

June 15-17 - 10:15-11:00am - $15 - Boys & Girls 4-6 Years Old

Music In Me for 3's

We all have music inside of us! During this uplifting and creative time we will sing old familiar and also new tunes with the guitar, explore various musical & rhythm instruments, and learn to move our bodies to the beat. Come join the fun as we express ourselves through music! Min: 8 / Max: 12 Instructor: Pam Arentson

June 18-19 - 10:15-11:00am - $10 - Boys & Girls 3 Years Old

Sunshine Camp

Would your child like a fun-filled hour of music, games, movement, stories, and outdoor play? Sunshine Camp provides that and more! Children will also have the opportunity to explore and learn about the Apple Gourd Garden. Min: 8 / Max: 16 Instructor: Ann Tiffany

June 8-12  - $20  -  Ages 3-5 Years Old  -  9:00am session & 10:15am session

Mini Sports Camp

The Sports Mini Camp is a program designed for your 4-6 year old that provides the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports. We’ll cover the basics of kickball, t-ball, basketball, and soccer as well as having fun in other games and activities. This will be a great opportunity for your preschooler & kindergartener to develop socially through interaction with other young participants. Instructor: Pam Arentson Min: 8 / Max: 16

$20- Boys & Girls Ages 4-6
Session 1: June 15-19 9:00-10:00am
Session 2: July 13-17 9:00-10:00am
Session 3: July 13-17 10:15-11:15am

Threes in Motion

This program is designed for three year olds who like to move! We’ll be playing simple games and doing movement activities to get moving! Come join us for some fun! Instructor: Pam Arentson

July 8-10  -  10:00-11:00am  -  $15  -  Boys and Girls 3 Years Old

Sports of Sorts

Join us for an afternoon of fun and games! Activities will include dodgeball, whiffleball, bocce ball, kickball, bean bags and more! Instructors: City Rec Staff

Tues/Thurs  -  June 16-July 16  - $2/session or $15/summer  -  12:30-1:45pm

Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do This class is offered to boys & girls/men & women (ages 7 & up). Learn the basic skills of Tae Kwon Do. The class will include stretching exercises & learning the techniques for basic punches & kicks. Youth age 6 will be accepted upon approval of parents and instructor. 7th Degree Black Belt Instructor, Rich Seavert & 4th Degree Black Belt Instructor, Cindy Gunderson Min: 8 / Max: 25

Mon/Thurs  -  July 16-23  -  $25  -  6:00-7:00pm  -  7+ years old

Outdoor Adventure Camp

Join us for a fun outdoor adventure! Each day we will conquer a different outdoor adventure, including canoeing, hiking and fishing! Activities may be planned at other sites within Redwood Falls. A schedule with locations will be sent out prior to camp beginning. Instructor: Sam Felt • Boys & Girls • Going into Grades 1-4 • Min: 9 / Max: 12

Tuesday - Thursday  -  July 28-30  - 10:00am session & 5:00pm session
$20

Archery

The Redwood Falls Archery Program is back. Class will include learning archery safety, proper technique, & shooting form. Shooting in the class will include target archery, and 3D archery. Equipment will be provided. Instructor: Paul Parsons

Thursdays   -  July 23-August 13  -  $25  -  Basics of Archery session & Intermediate Archery session

Jr. All Stars

Summer isn’t over yet! Jr. All Stars is a sports sampler camp that will give you the chance to learn and compete in a different sport each week! Sports included but not limited to: soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis, track & field and MORE!

Mon-Fri  -  August 3-7  -  $20  -  Grades 1st-3rd  - 10:00-11:30am

Cardinal Cheer Camp

GOT SPIRIT, Let’s Hear it! Redwood Valley cheerleaders, along with their coach, are offering a mini cheer team clinic for girls ages 3-10! You will go over the basics of cheerleading and work on a special performance that you will showcase at the half time of a RV football game. Performance date TBD. Camp held in the RACC Fieldhouse • Min: 10 Instructors: Shannon Serbus & Redwood Valley Cheer Team. Registration Deadline: 7/15/2020

July 27-31  -  $35  -  10:00-10:45am   -  Girls 3-10 years old

RAYBA: Redwood Area Youth Baseball Assoc.
RAYBA is a youth baseball organization that offers traveling baseball to youth ages 7 (coach pitch) through 13 years of age. Teams will travel for league (if one is available) as well as tournament play.  Annual meeting and registration will be Sunday, Feb 22nd at 6:00 pm at the RACC.  Any questions, visit our website at:  www.redwoodfallsbaseball.com

RABA: Redwood Area Basketball Assoc.
The Redwood Area Basketball Association provides a basketball program for boys and girls 4th-8th grade. December through March is considered “traveling season” for the Association. Participants will utilize skills developed in practice to compete in weekend tournaments held in our area.
http://redwoodareabasketball.com/

RAHA: Redwood Area Hockey Assoc.
For more information: Jeremy Frank, 320-522-1151; Amanda Revier, 320-894-2600; Joe Ryan, 507-430-7220; Chett Bisel, 507-227-7355 or www.redwoodareahockey.com

Mini Mites…Ages 4-5
Mites…Ages 6-8
Squirts…Ages 9-10
Peewee…Ages 11-12
Bantams…Ages 13-14
NEW! Girls 12 & Under Team

The registration fee for any first year player is free. Fundraising & volunteer hour requirements still apply. The association does have equipment available to rent. Visit our website at www.redwoodareahockey.com for more information. Boys and girls are encouraged to play.

RAJO: Redwood Area Junior Olympics
RAJO is a youth volleyball program for girls in grades 5-12 (4^th graders are allowed to attend assessment and will be put on a roster if space is available). Our season runs from late February through mid-May. Teams typically practice twice a week and compete in 5 weekend tournaments.

RAWA: Redwood Area Wrestling Assoc.
Students 4 years old through 6th grade are invited to participate. Wrestlers will learn basic wrestling techniques and skills, proper conditioning, and will have the opportunity to compete against others of same size. Participants will have the opportunity to attend area tournaments. The wrestling club is always in need of parent help. The future of Redwood Valley Wrestling starts here!