Reclaiming Youth Learning Community
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.
Larry Brendtro
Founder
Martin Brokenleg
Founder
Steve Van Bockern
Founder
Mark Freado
Board Member
Robert Foltz
Board Member
Learning Opportunity with Reclaiming Youth
Training Series Pricing
Multiple-Site “All-in” Agency Pricing: $2,500 per site for 9 sessions; includes any number of participants per site
Session Schedule
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
