Middle School Football (2026)

2026 Middle School summer training info & register:

Incoming 7th & 8th Graders

(2026/2027 School Year)

This program will teach the fundamentals of strength, speed and agility training to incoming 7th and 8th graders of all sports. Participants will learn and practice proper techniques with regard to running, changing direction, lifting weights and acceleration to help them to improve in all sports.

The course instructor will be the GLHS Varsity Football Coach Joe Brya, who has a Master's degree in Sports Science.

When: June 8th - July 29th (Mon, Tue & Wed - 3 days a week)

(No Sessions June 29 - July 1)

Time: 10:00 - 11:00am

Where: GLHS Turf Stadium & Weight Room

(Location will be moved to HS gym when weather is bad)

Fee: $85(for all 21 session)

Registration will be open through June 30th, however the fee will not be pro-rated if you choose to register late into the program.

It's helpful for planning purposes if you register early, even if you can't make all the sessions.

Register: https://secure.rec1.com/MI/grand-ledge-community-recreation/catalog 

2026 Middle School & Youth Football summer camp info & register:

Football Camp

Kindergarten - 8th Grade (as of 2026/2027 school year)

The GL Varsity Football coach, Joe Brya, his coaching staff and high school players will be conducting this great camp. Participants will receive instruction in the fundamentals of offensive positions including proper blocking technique, proper ball security, passing and receiving. On defense, the focus will be on mastering a proper stance for each position, creating takeaways as well as safe and effective tackling form. Instruction will be appropriate to each age group.

When: June 15 - 17, 2026 (Mon-Wed)Football

Times: Grades K-3rd ~ 9:00am – 10:00am

Grades 4th-6th ~ 10:00am – 11:30pm

Grades 7th-8th ~ 12:00pm – 2:00pm 

Where: Track Complex (Turf Field)

Fee: $65 – T-shirt included

Registration Deadline: June 8, 2026

Late Registrations will be accepted online until June 14, 2026 (T-shirt not guaranteed after 6/8)

Day Of (Onsite) Registrations: will be charged a $10 late fee (T-shirt not guaranteed)

Register: https://secure.rec1.com/MI/grand-ledge-community-recreation/catalog