Athletics Philosophy

Athletics and physical education programs provide an essential element of the Loomis Chaffee experience. Students benefit physically, psychologically and socially; and they learn skills and practice habits that help to maintain lifelong health and fitness.

Loomis Chaffee offers athletic opportunities and activities that appeal to all interested. Each term, students choose from physical education courses, intramural sports and interscholastic teams.

• 60 interscholastic varsity, junior varsity and thirds teams. Loomis Chaffee is a member of the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC), and a member of the Founders League, a group of 10 Connecticut private schools that compete for the title in 25 sports.
• 26 intramural offerings including team sports such as soccer, basketball and softball along with lifetime and leisure activities such as aerobics, weight training and yoga.
• Daytime classes in fitness and wellness, tennis and squash, weight training, core strength, aerobic conditioning and lifeguard training, along with a full dance program.