• The program is designed for ages 3-5. 
• Open to boys and girls.
• The class curriculum takes the participants through 8 weeks of skill building activities.
• Classes are 50 minutes long.
• Classes are once per week on Wednesdays & Saturdays.
• Times & classes are subject to change.
• Click on the registration link to view available times.
• For safety reasons, whiffle balls and bats are used for classes.

Minors: (Boys & Girls; 3 years old)

Parent/caregiver participation as needed The Minors curriculum is designed to have the children continue their baseball experience in a fun environment that also reinforces the fundamentals of the game.

Objectives:

• Simple base running and base recognition.
• Hitting, focusing on proper stance and level swing to make contact with the ball off the tee. Introduction to hitting from a pitch.
• Throwing…point, step, and throw with proper motion and aim.
• Fielding, with emphasis on using two hands, staying in front of the ball and not falling down.
• Improved hand/eye coordination.
• Understanding straightforward game situations, such as throwing a player out.
• Fitness and agility.
• Advancement of social skills such as following instructions, taking turns and teamwork.

Majors: (Boys & Girls; 4 years old)

The Majors curriculum expands on the skills learned in the 3-year-old program, with slightly more technical instruction and game situations.

Objectives:

• Proper base running and sliding techniques.
• Hitting, focusing on proper stance, level swing, and follow-through off the tee. Begin hitting from a pitch by the coach.
• Throwing…point, step, and throw with the proper motion for distance and accuracy.
• Fielding, with emphasis on using two hands, staying in front of the ball.
• Catching pop flies with two hands.
• Learning various offensive and defensive game situations
• Fitness and agility

Hall of Famers: (Boys & Girls; 5 years old)

The Hall of Famers curriculum is designed to have the children continue improving their fundamentals skills while preparing them for their next level of participation, organized tee-ball.

Objectives:

• Base recognition and proper base running techniques.
• Five steps of hitting with focus on proper form including full swing and hip rotation.
• Correct throwing mechanics emphasizing accuracy and distance.
• Proper fielding technique, keeping their body in front of the ball.
• Using the baseball glove for fielding of line drives and pop fly catches.
• Teamwork.
• Game situations.
• Fitness and agility.

Registration

• No spaces in any class are guaranteed without payment, as full payments are due at the time of registration. All registrations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
• A non-refundable annual program enrollment fee of $10 is required for all participants registering for internal programs.
• Minimum of three children per class. If fewer than three are signed up after the third week, you will be required to choose another time or a refund if the class is canceled.
• Join at any time – classes are always prorated.

Trial Classes

• All first-time trial classes are free of charge.
• A Field House waiver must be completed before stepping onto the field.
• Customers may only do trials in classes that have space available.
• To schedule a free trial, please email sportscoordinator@hagerstownfieldhouse.com.

Refund Policy

• Refunds will ONLY be given if a class has been canceled.
• Refunds are not issued due to missed classes. If a child stops coming, a credit to the HFH may be issued, pending approval.

• Baseball gloves are strongly recommended.
• Comfortable athletic attire and shoes.
• A water bottle labeled with you child’s name.

Parents and Guardians

• Classes are not drop-off, a parent/guardian must be on-site during the class. For children under 4, parents may be permitted on the field or court with their child.

Behavior

• Dangerous, disruptive, or disrespectful behaviors will be dealt with case-by-case and could result in the loss of the privilege to participate. No refunds or credits will be issued if your child cannot participate due to negative behaviors.

Transfers

• Transfers within the same age group are permitted at any point in the session. All class transfers are dependent upon space availability.

Make-Up Classes

• Make-ups are done on a space-available basis. Make-ups do not carry over into the next session. No refunds will be given for missed classes.