Rural Kid Initiative- RKI and FCA

06/05/2026

⚽ DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY ⚽

Elite-level soccer training is coming to rural New York—and spots are limited.

This summer, athletes entering grades 7–12 will have the opportunity to train under Artem and Julia Makarenko in a high-intensity European-style training environment designed to elevate every aspect of their game. From technical skill and ball mastery to tactical awareness, confidence, and decision-making under pressure, this is the type of training many families travel hours to find.

📅 July 20–24, 2026
📍 Minekill State Park | Blenheim, NY
⏰ 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 7th-12th grade

Athletes will develop:
🔥 Technical skill & ball control
🔥 Game IQ & tactical awareness
🔥 Confidence in competitive situations
🔥 Speed of decision-making
🔥 Leadership and mental toughness

Plus team competitions, community, and swimming at Mine Kill State Park

Registration is already underway, and once camp reaches capacity we will not be able to add additional athletes. If you're serious about helping your athlete take the next step in their development this summer, don't wait until the last minute.

💰 $249 | Scholarships Available
⚠️ Limited Space Remaining
🔗 Register Today: https://www.518fca.org/minekill-soccer-camp

06/01/2026

⚽ RURAL KIDS INITIATIVE SOCCER CAMP ⚽

High-level soccer training is coming to rural New York.

This summer, athletes going into grades 7th-12th will have the opportunity to train under Artem and Julia Makarenko through an intense, high-quality European-style training environment designed to push players technically, mentally, and competitively. From ball mastery and tactical decision-making to speed of play and confidence under pressure, every session is built to help athletes elevate their game in a serious but encouraging atmosphere.

📅 July 20–24, 2026
📍 Minekill State Park | Blenheim, NY
⏰ 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍7th grade-12th grade

Athletes will develop:
🔥 Technical skill & ball control
🔥 Game IQ & tactical awareness
🔥 Confidence in competitive situations
🔥 Speed of decision-making
🔥 Stronger mindset & leadership

Plus team competition, community, and swimming at Minekill State Park (with swim test included)!

Train with a former professional Ukrainian soccer player and experienced high-level coaches without having to travel hours away for elite development opportunities.

💰 $249 | Scholarships Available
⚠️ Limited Space
🔗 Register Here: https://www.518fca.org/minekill-soccer-camp

05/27/2026

⚽ RURAL KIDS INITIATIVE SOCCER CAMP ⚽

Rural athletes deserve elite opportunities too. This summer, train with Artem and Julia Makarenko and experience high-level European-style soccer training right here at Minekill State Park.

📅 July 20–24, 2026
📍 Blenheim, NY | 9am–4pm

Athletes will develop:
🔥 Technical skill
🔥 Confidence under pressure
🔥 Decision-making & game IQ
🔥 Competitive mindset

Plus team competition, community, and swimming at Minekill State Park (with swim test)!

Want to train with a former professional Ukrainian soccer player? Spots are filling fast.

💰 $249 | Scholarships Available
⚠️ Limited Space

🔗 Register Here: https://www.518fca.org/minekill-soccer-camp

05/13/2026

We are getting closer! Spots are filling up. Secure your spot before we close the registration

⚽ RURAL KIDS INITIATIVE SOCCER CAMP ⚽

July 20–24, 2026 | Minekill State Park | 9am–4pm

The Rural Kids Initiative was created to give rural athletes access to elite-level training and opportunities close to home.
Train with Artem and Julia Makarenko, experienced international coaches bringing a professional European-style approach focused on:
🔥 Technical skill
🔥 Decision-making
🔥 Confidence under pressure
🔥 Competing at the next level

Hosted at Minekill State Park, athletes will experience high-level soccer training, team competition, community, and access to the swimming pool (with swim test) in an incredible outdoor setting.

⚽ This is more than a camp — it’s an opportunity to grow, compete, and be challenged.
💰 $249 | Scholarships Available
📍 Blenheim, NY
🔗 Register now: www.518fca.org/minekill-soccer-camp
⚠️ Space is limited.

05/06/2026

⚽ RURAL KIDS INITIATIVE SOCCER CAMP ⚽

July 20–24, 2026 | Minekill State Park | 9am–4pm

The Rural Kids Initiative was created to give rural athletes access to elite-level training and opportunities close to home.
Train with Artem and Julia Makarenko, experienced international coaches bringing a professional European-style approach focused on:
🔥 Technical skill
🔥 Decision-making
🔥 Confidence under pressure
🔥 Competing at the next level

Hosted at Minekill State Park, athletes will experience high-level soccer training, team competition, community, and access to the swimming pool (with swim test) in an incredible outdoor setting.

⚽ This is more than a camp — it’s an opportunity to grow, compete, and be challenged.
💰 $249 | Scholarships Available
📍 Blenheim, NY
🔗 Register now: www.518fca.org/minekill-soccer-camp
⚠️ Space is limited.

04/21/2026

⚽ ELITE SOCCER. NEXT LEVEL TRAINING. ALL WEEK. ⚽

This isn’t your average camp…

Train FULL DAYS (9AM–4PM) with high-level, world-class coaches — including a former professional player from Ukraine, elite trainers, and current & former college athletes.

💥 What you’ll experience:
• Advanced skill development & technical training
• Game awareness, competition, and mindset work
• Proven, high-level coaching
• A full week fully immersed in the game

📍 Minekill State Park
📅 July 20–24
👥 Grades 7–12
💰 $249 for the week
🔥 Register by May 1st for just $175!

That’s 5 full days of elite training for less than most one-day clinics.

If you’re serious about taking your game to the next level — this is where you need to be.

👉 Register now:
https://www.518fca.org/minekill-soccer-camp

Spots will go fast. Don’t miss it.

10/10/2025

A great interview with our friend Alex Bonitto! This guy has a gift of taking something deep and explaining it in an easy way. Check out the whole episode on

https://linktr.ee/fcalockerroompodcast

08/16/2025

✅ Throwing Camp = Success!
Huge thanks to our amazing coaches Mark & Thomas for pouring into athletes today.

💪 We worked on discus & shot put, and wrapped it up with a powerful pillar talk on identity.

Already fired up for next year! 🙌

08/16/2025

🔥 Today’s the day!
Our 2nd Annual Throwing Camp is officially underway with & leading the charge 💪🔥

👉 Follow our stories for real-time highlights — you don’t want to miss it!

08/09/2025

🚨 One Week Away! 🚨
FCA & Rural Kids Track & Field Camp is coming to Middleburgh Central on Saturday, Aug. 16 | 9 AM – 12 PM 🏃‍♂️💨

Train with an incredible lineup of athletes & coaches:
🏅 Thomas McConnelee – Reigning D2 NCAA All-American thrower
🏅 Arlan Wright – UAlbany multi-event recruit
🏅 Mark Temp – SUNY Cobleskill thrower
🏅 Bill Tindale – 30+ years of coaching excellence
🏅 Noah Tindale – Collegiate D1 mid-distance runner
🏅 Easton Reagan – UAlbany 400m hurdler

📍 Middleburgh Central School
👧👦 Grades 7–12
⚡ Spots are limited!
🔗 Register now: https://www.518fca.org/track-field2025
Let’s get better together — physically and mentally,. 🙌