Northfield Community Education

Please contact Melissa Bernhard at MBernhard@northfieldschools.org or 507-664-3502 for registration information. No online registration is available. Team registration form and payment are due April 12. Cost is $645 for women's and men's teams, and $595 for co-rec teams. Games begin the first week in May if fields are ready. There will be a regular season, followed by a tournament for all leagues. DO NOT REGISTER ONLINE. Send team registration form with check to Community Education (700 Lincoln Parkway) or call with credit card number (507.664.3502). Women's - Monday Men's - Tuesday Co-Rec - Thursday

Build confidence, develop core-strength, and improve physical fitness with Taekwondo. From beginner through advanced with a curriculum that works toward a world recognized blackbelt, students learn traditional forms and drills as well as defensive tactics, progressing to application of techniques through controlled-contact sparring. We are family focused and encourage parents to attend with their children. Adult students encouraged to attend the Intro to Martial Arts class (Youth) from 6 - 6:30 pm as well as Taekwondo class times based on their skill-level. Uniform & test fees are additional. For more information contact instructorgittins@gmail.com or call 507 201-9661. Sign up for the whole session ($175), or choose the drop-in option ($99 - attend 12 class dates of your choosing).

Objective: Solve exciting challenges using physics and engineering concepts. Description: Embark on thrilling adventures! From building catapults to designing zip lines and crash-proof egg drops, students will tackle challenges that test their creativity and problem-solving skills in a hands-on way. Learn more about Kodely: At Kodely, we turn learning into hands-on, real-world experiences that challenge and inspire every student. Our creative, project based programs empower students to step into roles as authors, artists, inventors, explorers and problem solvers. By fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity, we prepare students to thrive in an ever-changing world. Learn more at https://www.kodely.io/academy

Aqua Fit is a low impact but high intensity water aerobics class where no swimming skills are needed. This class is designed to improve flexibility, range of motion, strength, muscle tone, and cardiovascular endurance while using the resistance of the water to cushion the feet, knees, and back. Exercises are performed to music, and are effective and easy to follow. Drop-in available for $25/time Please wear proper swimming attire, and bring a clean towel and a water bottle.

Learn about a new medium and explore art history by studying different artists and their work. Create wonderful artwork while being inspired by Edvard Munch's The Scream, Pablo Picasso's Woman in Hat, Vincent Van Gogh's Chair, Wassily Kandinsky's Bavarian Market Square and Claude Monet's Regatta at Argenteuil. The daily results will be truly frame-able!

Are you ready to take your pickleball skills to the next level and dominate the court like a pro? Attack Like a Pro is a pickleball class designed for players who want to refine their offensive strategy, sharpen their shot selection, and master the art of controlled aggression. Led by David Dutrieuille a highly accomplished professional coach with a 5.5 DUPR, who has trained some of Pickleball's top touring professionals. This class will give you the tools to attack with precision, confidence, and consistency.

*** Please note class cost is $89*** The Sports Unlimited Badminton program is designed to provide your beginner and intermediate level player with the fundamental skills of a sport that is growing in popularity. Your child will be taught proper grip, footwork, strokes, volleys, overheads and serves. We will also cover the basic rules and etiquette of the game. The camps are based on the philosophy of providing all children with the opportunity to develop sports skills in a fun, safe, and non-competitive environment. Children will be divided by age and skill level. Staff to camper ratio 1-8.

Get ready to move, strengthen, and sculpt! This challenging and energizing workout combines elements of yoga, Pilates & ballet movement for full body strength. Build strength, improve balance, and leave feeling empowered! Wear comfy clothes and bring a yoga mat if you have one.

***No Baseball on June 19, or June 30 - July 3*** Through a variety of technical drill work, repetition of fundamentals, and positional skill building, players will refine the basics of hitting, throwing, running, and fielding, while developing abilities, strategies, and the experience necessary for future recreational play or competitive travel participation. This program includes coach pitch, player pitch, and the pitching machine. Tentative activities include a water and picture day, and a pitch, hit, and run competition. Please bring your own helmet if you do not desire to share the ones provided. T-shirt included with program. Recommended age is entering grades 3 - 9 Wells Fargo & Post Fields

This 6-week course will focus on teaching basic behaviors such as sit, down, stay, come, leave it and also loose leash walking. Learn about establishing good daily practices and try fun games to enjoy with your dog in each session. Please bring a 6 ft leash, plenty of soft treats, and baggies to clean up after your dog if needed. No extending (flexi) leashes please. Please indicate your dog's name, age and breed when registering and ensure all necessary dog vaccinations are current. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Class will meet outdoors at the NCEC Athletic Fields. If the weather is poor, we will meet indoors at the NCEC Cafeteria. To learn about instructor Shahar Fearing, visit her website: http://www.fourwindsdogtraining.com/

Contact Community Ed to set up a workout with veteran coach Darrell Sawyer, who will help improve aspects of your game in a one-on-one or group setting. Please call 507.664.3502 to schedule. No self-online registration. $54/individual or $45/person for small group up to five.

Improve aspects of your game in a one-on-one or group setting. $54/individual, $45/person for a group up to 5, $36/person for a group of 6 or more. Darrell Sawyer - Please call 507.664.3502 to schedule. No online registration - 25 year veteran Northfield coach - Experience coaching boys and girls of all abilities - Priorities are learning the game; improving skills; and reaching personal goals McKenzie Foley (Coach K) - See below for registration details - Played D1 & D2 basketball - MN School of Basketball Coach - JV & MS coaching experience To schedule a private lesson/s please pay for the number of lessons you intend to have. Following payment, you will receive an email confirmation which will include a link that will direct you to our Calendly appointment calendar where you will be able to view McKenzie's specific availability. You may then select time slots, up to the number of lessons that have ALREADY been paid. If and when you'd like additional lessons, you MUST register and pay again, prior to blocking out slots on the google appointment calendar. There is no recommended number of lessons or schedule of lessons. Every person may choose the number of lessons desired and a schedule that works best to meet each specific need. Some families feel that 3 lessons max are sufficient, while others spend an entire summer taking private lessons. If in doubt, schedule one or two lessons with McKenzie and talk with her about what the goals are for the child/adult. Her opinion may be beneficial to how you'd like to structure private lessons this summer. Lessons cannot be scheduled less than 24 hours out. Please cancel within 24 hours to receive a refund, or to be given the opportunity to reschedule. If extenuating circumstances occur, and you cannot make it to your scheduled lessons, please call McKenzie at least 3 hours before your lesson (phone number available on Calendly). No shows will result in a forfeit of the lesson cost. You must reschedule via the automated invitation email you received after confirming your slots on Calendly.

Learn to roller skate or improve your roller skating skills. Two retired roller derby skaters will teach you skating stance, stride, stops and turns, then incorporate these skills into fun skating games. This class is tailored toward beginner and intermediate level skaters.Skills can be advanced or simplified to accommodate varying abilities. Helmets are required. We highly encourage knee pads and wrist guards. Limited pads and guards available for those without them.

Gain tennis knowledge, skill, and match playing experience. You will learn the basics of tennis including groundstrokes, volleys, overheads, and serving. Through match play, you will work on scoring, positioning, footwork, and tennis etiquette. Build your confidence, and enjoy the sport for of tennis for a lifetime!

The six-hour Behind-the-Wheel For Off-Site Classroom students is available following completion of the classroom session for students who completed their 30 hour classroom phase at an online facility or program other than Northfield Community Education. Any online classroom program must be on the State of Minnesota Approved Online Classroom Driving Training Program List. BTW students provide a "Letter of Completion" from the classroom service provider before registering for Behind the Wheel-Classroom taken elsewhere. Please contact Marianne Moser, Enrichment Coordinator, at mmoser@northfieldschools.org with any questions.

Receive instructional sessions from the high school boys basketball coaching staff. You will concentrate on shooting, footwork, and ball handling skills development. You will also be learning team fundamentals and applying in competitive game play. Both session registration also enrolls you into 5 nights of league play (10 games total) in the South of the River League on Tuesday Nights throughout June and July.

Ready to unleash your inner Master Builder? Get ready for the ULTIMATE LEGO® Brick challenge! We’ve packed this camp with epic, mind-bending projects that will push your engineering skills to the limit! Build a robotic dog that actually moves, create motorized bugs that come to life, race cars that zoom, and MORE! Don’t let summer brain drain take over – it’s time to get creative, have fun, and become a true LEGO® genius! Sign up today and let the building begin! LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies, which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this site or program.

Camp FRIENDS provides SOCIAL, RECREATIONAL & EDUCATIONAL programming for students with disabilities completing 9th grade through the completion of 12th grade. Students in this program will be paired with identified "Best Buddies" who will attend alongside them and participate in weekly field trips. All students will earn 0.5 high school credit for their participation in the program. For questions, please contact Jake Odell (jodell@northfieldschools.org) or Rebecca Stoufis (rstoufis@northfieldschools.org).

Classes will focus on preparing dogs for the steps for each of the ten American Kennel Club exercises needed in order to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizenship Test. Class will meet outdoors at the NCEC Athletic Fields. If the weather is poor, we will meet indoors at the NCEC Cafeteria. To learn about instructor Shahar Fearing, visit her website: http://www.fourwindsdogtraining.com/