Reclaiming Youth Learning Community

Leaders of Color Arizona Summit 2024

About Reclaiming Youth

At Reclaiming Youth at Risk, our mission is to provide research, training, and consultation aimed at fostering strength in children, families, schools, and communities. By drawing on the rich traditions of American Indian cultures, which have successfully nurtured respectful and courageous young people without punitive measures, we offer a holistic approach to support youth who are facing challenges. Our work is dedicated to instilling courage and resilience in both the young individuals we serve and the professionals who work with them.

Founded by Larry Brendtro, Martin Brokenleg, and Steve van Bockern, Reclaiming Youth at Risk embraces time-honored wisdom combined with modern research to address the needs of at-risk youth. Our strategies are grounded in the belief that all children have the potential to succeed and thrive when their environment supports their developmental needs in terms of belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity. We are committed to transforming the lives of young individuals by creating caring communities where every child can achieve their fullest potential.

Learn more about Reclaiming Youth here.

Larry Brendtro

Larry Brendtro

Founder

Martin Brokenleg

Martin Brokenleg

Founder

Steve Van Bockern

Steve Van Bockern

Founder

Mark Freado

Mark Freado

Board Member

Robert Foltz

Robert Foltz

Board Member

Learning Opportunity with Reclaiming Youth

Training Series Pricing

Single-Site “All-in” Agency Pricing: $3,000 total for 9 sessions; includes any number of participants at the same location

Multiple-Site “All-in” Agency Pricing: $2,500 per site for 9 sessions; includes any number of participants per site

Session Schedule

Each two-hour session will take place via Zoom on these following Wednesdays at 10 AM CST:  
August 20;
September 17;
October 15; 
November 19; 
January 21; 
February 18; 
March 25; 
April 15; 
May 20

Hotel Information

*All participants are responsible for their own lodging*

The event will be held at Augustana University, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Lodging is at the Holiday Inn Sioux Falls City
Centre, a ten-minute drive from the Augustana campus and conveniently located within walking distance of great
restaurants and entertainment options. All participants are responsible for their own lodging which is not included in the
conference registration fee.

Holiday Inn Room Rate: $134+ taxes & fees Group: Reclaiming Youth at Risk 2026
Phone: 605.339.2000 (recommended); Block rate dates: July 11 – July 19, 2026

The Holiday Inn is conveniently located in downtown Sioux Falls and has an indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, lounge,
and restaurant.

Seminar Pricing

PRE-CONFERENCE OPTIONS

The Art of Kid Whispering (2-day)
July 13 & 14 with Mark Freado
$295 per person

Cultures of Respect (1-day)
July 15 with Larry Brendtro
$195 per person

MAIN CONFERENCE (3-day conference)

Reclaiming Youth Seminars
July 16-18 with multiple presenters
Standard Rage: $395 per person
Rate (4 or more): $345 per person

To Learn More – Download a copy of our Information Sheet

Have a question? Let’s talk!