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

Girls Basketball Skills Development Grades 1-12 (use 2026-2027 Grade) LHS Basketball Coaching Staff: Eric Hulterstrum & Zack Piepenburg Grades 1-3: This class will focus on the fundamentals of shooting, dribbling, defense and game play. We will be able to lower the hoops so that we are not sacrificing shooting form. We will play a game at the end of every session to learn how to play the game the right way. Grades 4-6: This program will be about skill development and understanding the game play of basketball. We will work everyday on footwork, ball handling, and scoring in many ways. This is a great extension of Legion Basketball. Grades 7-12: This program will be about expanding players' individual skills and preparing them for their winter season. We will work on strengthening, footwork, ball handling, scoring, team offense, and team defense. We encourage ALL athletes that plan to commit to the winter season be a part of our Summer Skills Development.

Learn the proper fundamentals for the game of golf. Some of which includes: etiquette, grip, stance, set up, putting, chipping, pitching and full swing. Equipment will be provided if you do not have any. Indicate a shirt size when registering. If you register after the deadline, you are not guaranteed a shirt. Registration deadline is one week prior to class start date. Tentative date for end of season golf meet: July 17

Ages 8+ Motivating and Inspiring Minds—Ariane Bromberg Is your child ready for the independence of being home alone? Parents need to be sure their children have the skills and maturity to handle the responsibility safely. Whether for an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, being trusted to be home alone can be a positive experience for a mature and well-prepared child. This class for children will address several topics relating to being “Home Alone,” including age guidelines, safe habits, house rules, after-school routines, phone calls and door knocks, dog emergencies, personal safety, handling the unexpected, gun safety, severe weather, fire safety, intruders, and basic first aid tips. Students attend this class independently, and parents are encouraged to review the information and discuss it with their child/children after class. Registration deadline is one week prior to class date. No refunds after the registration deadline.

*Changes to schedule as of 5/1. No class on 6/17 & 6/18. Practice times extended to 1-4pm each day. Ages 10-14 Sara Dollerschell Learn the fundamentals of acting, stage movement, and character development through acting exercises, improvisation, and rehearsal. A 45-minute performance for family and friends will take place the last day at 3:00PM. Former stage experience is not required. Registration deadline: 6/11

Great Lakes Combatives Staff LHS Wrestling Room Intro to Boxing - Youth: Kids have energy. A lot of it. Let's channel that energy productively and meaningfully. In this 8-session beginner boxing course, students learn the basics of stance, footwork, balance, and simple punching combinations in a safe, structured environment. Along the way they build coordination, confidence, and focus while staying active and having fun. No experience required—just a willingness to learn. Intro to Boxing - Teen: Boxing is one of the best ways to build confidence, fitness, and real skills. In this 8-session beginner boxing course, teens learn the fundamentals of stance, footwork, punching combinations, and defensive movement while getting a challenging workout. Classes are beginner-friendly and structured so students can improve week by week while learning the basics of a sport practiced around the world. No experience required. greatlakescombatives.com/

Great Lakes Combatives Staff Intro To Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Youth: 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 - Teen: 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/

The first day of kindergarten can be an anxious moment for both parent and child. This class can help eliminate anxiety by giving your child an introduction to the places, activities, and people involved in kindergarten. Parents/guardians will be given the opportunity to participate on the last day. Child must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026 to enter kindergarten this fall. Snack will be provided. Registration deadlines are one week prior to class start date. Monday-Thursday, 1:00-3:00pm Friday, 9:00-11:00am

Join the Litchfield/Dassel-Cokato Girls Varsity Coaching Staff and Players in June and July to keep your game improving and sharp for the upcoming season. Camp participants will work on skating skills and edge work, skill stations, offensive and defensive positioning, shooting and scoring, and hockey sense using small area games. This camp requires a minimum of 20 skaters in order to run this activity. Location: Burich Ice Arena (Hutchinson, MN) Time: Friday Mornings from 9:45-10:45am starting Friday, June 8th and running through Friday, July 31st. (Please note that there will be no ice times on 6/19 and during the week of 7/3-7/12 due to the 4th of July Holiday)

Litchfield Boys Basketball Camp Grades 3-12 (2026-2027 Grade) LHS Basketball Coaching Staff: Matt Draeger, Justin Wittrock, Dylan Koll & Varsity Boys Basketball Team Fundamental skills, the core of any good basketball player, is the focus of this camp. Varsity boys’ basketball players and coaches teach the importance of teamwork, fundamentals, and sportsmanship. Activities include passing drills, shooting drills, dribbling drills, contests, 3 on 3, 4 on 4, and 5 on 5 games. Activities are level appropriate. Indicate shirt size when registering.

Join us in June for the LDT Summer Camp, designed for incoming 7th–12th graders who are interested in being part of the Litchfield Dance Team! This camp is a great opportunity to build skills, gain confidence, and get a feel for the team environment. Dancers will focus on technique and musicality, while also working on strength and flexibility to improve overall ability. Led by Head Coach Mollee Duffield, participants will experience structured practices, skill-building drills, and a supportive team atmosphere in a fun and encouraging environment. Whether you’re new to dance or looking to take your skills to the next level, this camp is the perfect way to prepare for the upcoming season! Group A - Dancers that were on Varsity Jazz last season. Group B - Dancers that were on JV Jazz last season and new dancers. Athletes may switch groups as abilities change and is under coach's discretion.

Litchfield Weight & Speed/Agility Training is lead by several of our High School team coaches. High School Grades 9-12 ('26-'27 Grade): Litchfield Weight & Agility Training is designed to provide total body conditioning. Athletes who devote their time and give full effort will see improvement in the following areas: Strength and Explosiveness, Quickness and Agility, Speed and Vertical Jump, Flexibility and Balance. Activities will include: running form and sprinting, plyo-metric agility, ladder/hurdle workouts, explosive weight lifting with light weights, core workouts, agility circuit training and proper warm up techniques. Athletes will be taught proper technique when lifting and how to lift safely. Athletes going into grades 9-12 will be challenged to perform at their own highest level, through a series of test outs, circuit challenges, and time trials. All participants will get a t-shirt. *HS athletes - As long as HS students are registered for one of the following sessions, they can attend any of the other HS sessions times to fit their schedule. Middle School Grades 7-8 ('26-'27 Grade): Litchfield Weight & Agility Training is designed to provide total body conditioning. Athletes that choose to participate will be taught proper running and sprinting form, plyo-metric agility, ladder/hurdle workouts, explosive weight lifting with light weights, core workouts, agility circuit training and proper warm up techniques. If the athlete devotes their time and effort into this program they are going to see an improvement in all areas of fitness. Athletes at this level are taught how to properly spot other athletes as well as starting to add some weight to the bars. Students going into 7th or 8th grade will be challenged athletically and will participate in fun activities to keep developing as an athlete. All participants will get a t-shirt. Middle School Grades 5-6 ('26-'27 Grade): Litchfield Weight & Agility Training is designed to provide total body conditioning. Athletes that choose to participate will be taught proper running form, plyo-metric agility, ladder/hurdle workouts, explosive weight lifting with light weights, core workouts, agility circuit training and proper warm up techniques. If the athlete devotes their time and effort into this program they are going to see an improvement in all areas of fitness. Athletes at this age will be offered some fitness activities that will bring a sense of fun all while learning the foundations of athletic movement. All participants will get a t-shirt.

Join the Litchfield/Dassel-Cokato Varsity Coaching Staff for our summer on ice training program. Sessions will include skating work, skills work for forwards and defense, team concepts, small area games, and scrimmages against other area programs. Location: Burich Ice Arena (Hutchinson, MN). There will be 4-6 scrimmages added. Times and Dates TBD. For: Any LDC Girls Hockey Player entering grades 8th-12th for the 2026-2027 School YearTime: Monday and Friday Mornings from 8:30-9:30 am starting Monday, June 8th and running through Friday, July 31st. (Please note that there will be no ice times on during the week of 7/3-7/12 due to the 4th of July Holiday)

*Due to high demand, a 2nd class option has been added. The dates will be the same but practice times will be from 1-2pm with a 2-2:30pm performance on the last day of class. Little Actors: The Little Mermaid Ages 5-9 (Must have completed Kindergarten) Val Chellin Dive into an unforgettable undersea adventure! From the magical ocean kingdom of mermaids to a mysterious shipwreck and the grand halls of Prince Eric’s castle, the excitement never stops. Join Ariel, Prince Eric, Ursula, King Triton, Sebastian, Flounder, and many more beloved characters as this classic story comes to life on stage. Throughout the program, young actors will explore the world of theater while learning basic stage directions, building confidence in their dramatic expressions, and strengthening their projection skills. Participants will rehearse scenes, develop their characters, and work together as a cast to bring the story to life. The adventure concludes with a magical 30-minute performance on the final day, where friends and family are invited to watch the cast shine on stage!