These programs offer an opportunity for beginning lacrosse players to learn and develop skills and for the more experienced players to be taught the more advanced skills that they will need for their school teams. The girl’s programs will feature highly qualified local coaches. The boy’s programs will highlight former Shen coaches Gary Weiss and Chad Finck.
All lacrosse programs will take place at Clifton Common in front of the ice arena. Lacrosse equipment will be available to rent on the first night for a small fee. Co-ed players will only need a stick. All other girls will need a stick and goggles. All other boys will need a stick, helmet, gloves, arm pads and shoulder pads. A security deposit is required for all equipment rentals. All players except co-ed will need mouth guards, which are required and will be on sale for $6.
ALL PLAYERS WILL BE SEPARATED BY AGE, GENDER, AND SKILL LEVELS.
Co-Ed Non-Contact (Stick only) Learn-to-Play - Grades K-5
This program is for beginners and is set in a fun, hands-on and positive environment. A puffball will be used, and no contact is allowed. The emphasis is on fun!
Girls Beginner/Novice - Grades 3-10
This program is for girls who are beginner or novice players who need to sharpen their basic skills while being introduced to more advanced techniques. Players will be separated by age and skill levels.
Girls Advanced - Grades 6-9
This program is for intermediate & advanced skill level players who have been playing lacrosse for a while and have a good deal of skill. These players want to refine their skills while being introduced to more advanced techniques, so they can capture a starting position on their high school’s team.
Boys Elementary Level - Grades 2-5
This program is for all levels of players who want to learn how to play lacrosse the right way. Players will sharpen their existing skills while being introduced to advanced tactics.
Boys Beginner & Novice Program - Grades 6-10
This program is for the players who want to learn how to play lacrosse and for the player who has played lacrosse for a year or two and want to sharpen their existing skills while being introduced to more advanced tactics. Players will be separated by age and skill levels.
Boys Advanced Skill Program - Grades 4-9
These programs are for advanced players who want to take their game to the next level. Our staff will use a fast-paced skills and drill format similar to the one they use with their high school teams. Players will be divided by positions and by age groups when appropriate. Two years of experience is required.