Register for 2026-2027 school year grade. Spots are limited. Please be sure to register for the correct age group or you may lose your spot. Recreational soccer provides an opportunity for kids to be involved in an organized soccer program in a non-competitive environment. Our program goals are to have fun and learn the basics of soccer. There will be 6 organized soccer games for youth ages PreK though Grade 5. Our coaching staff for the recreational program consists of volunteer parents/relatives. All players will play about the same amount of time and get the opportunity to try all positions. All soccer games will be played outside in the summer. We will play in the rain, but not in the lightning. Make-up dates due to inclement weather will be on August 4 & 6 if needed. Volunteer coaches are required by the registration deadline. Coaches do not need a background in soccer, only a desire to help kids have a positive experience. Participants should have shin guards and their own soccer ball; #4 for ages 4-7 and #5 for ages 8+. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 22 *If you are trying to register after the registration deadline, call our office at 320.693.2354 to see if there is still space.

FALL DRAGON FOOTBALL: LHS Football Coaching Staff Fall Dragon Tackle Football Program Grades 5 & 6 (‘26-’27 Grade): The focus of the Tackle Football program is to develop the football skills of all players and improve the overall athleticism of all student athletes. All kids will play and have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of different football positions. Volunteer coaches will teach kids: tackling, blocking and play formations in a fun, safe and encouraging environment. The program will provide a helmet, shoulder pads, mouth guard and game jersey. Participants will need to provide football pants with pads. Baseball/football shoes with rubber cleats are preferred however tennis shoes work as well. Teams will meet twice a week Monday and Thursdays. All participants will receive a T-shirt, please specify size when registering (YM, YL, AS, AM, AL, AXL). *Parents are invited to help coach the 5th and 6th grade teams. Please communicate with Community Education if you are interested in helping. Litchfield is hoping to have three teams during the 2025 season. *Game Night Experience (Halftime of the Varsity Game) - September 4th Fall Flag Football Grades 2-6 (‘26-’27 Grade): This program will provide athletes with a basic understanding of the game of football while playing flag football. Kids will work on team play and sportsmanship. They will develop the following fundamental skills: throwing, catching, running, along with learning the strategies of offense and defense. Flags will be provided. No other equipment is needed. Baseball/football shoes with rubber cleats may be worn however tennis shoes work as well. All participants will receive a T-shirt, please specify size when registering (YL, AS, AM, AL, AXL, 2XL). *Game Night Experience (Halftime of the Varsity Game) - September 18th

Great Lakes Combatives Staff Intro To Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Ages 6-8: If you’ve ever seen kids instinctively grab, hold, and try to topple each other while playing, you’ve already seen the beginnings of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). In this 8-session beginner course, students learn how to channel those natural instincts into the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a safe, structured environment. Classes focus on balance, movement, and simple techniques that teach control, leverage, and basic self-defense skills while building confidence and coordination. No experience required. Intro to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Ages 9-12+: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is often called “human chess.” Like wrestling, it’s a form of grappling—but where wrestling emphasizes speed and takedowns, BJJ focuses on control, leverage, and strategy. In this 8-session beginner course, teens learn core positions, escapes, and basic techniques while improving mobility, strength, and focus. Classes are beginner-friendly and designed to challenge students while helping them build real skills and confidence on the mat. No prior experience required. greatlakescombatives.com/

Register by 2025-2026 school year grade for this activity (must have completed Kindergarten). Grades K-2: The focus is on basic rules, fundamentals of fielding, ground and fly balls, proper batting techniques and how to pitch underhand. Real softballs and protective equipment will be used. Players will learn from game situations. Grades 3-5: Learn all the rules and work on developing pitching and catching skills. Begin to practice the more advanced skills of stealing bases, bunting, cut-offs and more. Real softballs and protective equipment will be used. Players will learn form game situations. Registration/t-shirt deadline: June 23rd

Sponsor-A-Child Scholarship (SACS) is a scholarship program for students who qualify for the free or reduced price program. It helps offset the cost of Community Education & Recreation activities. Each $50.00 donation will allow 1 child to register for an activity they might not otherwise be able to afford. Funds remain in place until all dollars are utilized.

SUMMER DRAGON FOOTBALL: LHS Football Coaching Staff Summer Dragon Skills & Special Teams Camp Grades 2-8 (‘26-’27 Grade): This camp is designed to provide athletes with small group instruction in the areas of throwing, catching, kickoffs, kicking extra points, punting, and long snapping. Athletes will participate in all areas. No equipment is needed. If kids have football spikes, please wear them. Summer Dragon Football Camp Grades 5 & 6 (‘26-’27 Grade): This camp is designed to provide athletes with a basic understanding of the game of football. Athletes will participate in a variety of fundamental skills, ball skills, tackling, blocking, etc. Anyone new to the padded football program will need to purchase football pants with pads (for pants). (The football program does have a supply of extras pants if needed, these are FREE to use!!). All other equipment (helmet, mouth guard, and shoulder pads) will be provided, except shoes. (The football program does have a supply of extras shoes if needed, these are FREE to use!!). Tuesday August 11th- 3:00pm - 5:45pm (*Day #1-- Meet Middle School locker room area- we will get equipment together and walk to the practice field after) Wednesday August 12th- 4:00pm - 5:45pm , start at HS FB practice field Thursday August 13th- 4:00pm - 5:45pm , start at HS FB practice field Summer Dragon Football Camp Grades 7 & 8 (‘26-’27 Grade): This is for students looking to participate in Middle School Football in the Fall of 2025, but not exclusive to. Each participant will be taught the fundamentals of football. Special care will be taken so players will compete against other players of similar size and weight. All equipment will be provided, except shoes. (The football program does have a supply of extras shoes if needed, these are FREE to use!!). Tuesday August 11th- 3:00pm - 5:45pm (*Day #1-- Meet Middle School locker room area- we will get equipment together and walk to the practice field after) Wednesday August 12th- 4:00pm - 5:45pm , start at HS FB practice field Thursday August 13th- 4:00pm - 5:45pm , start at HS FB practice field

Grades K-4 ('25-'26 Grade): The purpose of this camp is to provide an introduction to the game of tennis, learning basic skills such as forehand, backhand, volleys, serving and scoring. Come play some fun tennis games and have a great time while learning. Grades 5-11 ('25-'26 Grade): Learn advanced shots while learning strategies and match play. It is a great opportunity to get out and learn, work on consistency, strategies and other skills. Participants looking to join the Litchfield tennis extracurricular programs are encourages to register. *Tennis back-up location will be at the Litchfield LARC.