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Make learning and FUN possible for all kids by donating to our scholarship fund! Your gift will directly sponsor a local child for a youth class or activity offered by Northfield Community Education

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Private Basketball Lessons w/Darrell Sawyer

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 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 year taking private lessons. If in doubt, schedule one or two lessons with Darrell and talk with him about what the goals are for the child/adult. His opinion may be beneficial to how you'd like to structure private lessons. 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 Darrell at least 3 hours before your lesson (phone number in confirmation email). No shows will result in a forfeit of the lesson cost.

Hope 4 Us: An Intergenerational Adventure Club

Embark on a unique journey of adventure through all four of Minnesota's inspiring seasons with our empowering program for students in grades K - 12. Immerse yourself in the outdoors while building meaningful relationships with youth. Whether you want to share skills, experience adventures at your own pace, or support from the sidelines, all abilities are welcome. Each month features one outdoor activity, from paddling and biking to fishing and archery, leading up to an optional adventure race. After registering, you'll receive an email within two weeks on how to sign up for the monthly adventures of interest. Transportation provided via mini coach bus. Step outside, connect with the community, and enjoy the thrill of outdoor adventure!

Mon, Sep 1 - Aug 31 2026

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

TBA

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Shorin-Ryu Karate

Karate develops self-confidence, focus, strength, and flexibility. Karate is a rewarding physical activity for adults, children, and families. Train in Shorin-Ryu karate, a traditional Okinawan style. Emphasis is on kata (forms) and self-defense application, not free-style sparring nor competition. You train to improve yourself, not compare yourself to other students – beginners are especially welcome! Our school is part of Ueshiro Shorin-Ryu Karate USA. For more information call Steve Hatle at 507-645-2270, or visit https://northfieldkarate.com. Students will purchase a gi (white karate uniform) near the start of class. Testing fees are additional. It is recommended that children under 10 be accompanied by at least one other family attending classes. Students may attend as many or as few sessions as they'd like. Individual $69 Family of 2 or more $99 Saturdays are held at the Carleton College Cowling Dance Studio from 10 - noon. (All ranks from 10 - 11 am, Advanced students from 11 - noon)

Mon/Wed/Sat, Sep 8 - Dec 20

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Northfield High School and Carleton College - Cowling Dance Studio

Intro to Martial Arts (Full Session)

Designed to provide an introduction to martial arts, this class offers a fun and supportive environment where instructors work with students to improve balance, coordination, and focus, while developing Taekwondo skills and physical fitness. Students learn basic kicks, blocks, and strikes through a combination of traditional forms and drills as well as a variety of fun games. New students receive a Bright Mountain Martial Arts t-shirt to train in. Older students (11+) and students who have progressed to a sufficient level are invited to join the Youth Taekwondo class. Uniform & test fees are additional. Visit brightmountainmartialarts.com, email instructorgittins@gmail.com or call 507 201-9661for more information. A t-shirt is provided with the registration, thus there is a $10 non-refundable amount on this class. Sign up for the whole session ($149), or choose the class drop-in option ($99) and attend up to 14 classes of your choosing.

Tue/Thu, Sep 9 - Dec 18

6:15 - 6:45 PM

Spring Creek Elementary School

Min Age

6 yr.

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Intro to Martial Arts (Drop-In ) 14X

Designed to provide an introduction to martial arts, this class offers a fun and supportive environment where instructors work with students to improve balance, coordination, and focus, while developing Taekwondo skills and physical fitness. Students learn basic kicks, blocks, and strikes through a combination of traditional forms and drills as well as a variety of fun games. New students receive a Bright Mountain Martial Arts t-shirt to train in. Older students (11+) and students who have progressed to a sufficient level are invited to join the Youth Taekwondo class. Uniform & test fees are additional. Visit brightmountainmartialarts.com, email instructorgittins@gmail.com or call 507 201-9661for more information. A t-shirt is provided with the registration, thus there is a $10 non-refundable amount on this class. Sign up for the whole session ($140), or choose the class drop-in option ($90) and attend up to 14 classes of your choosing

Tue/Thu, Sep 9 - Dec 18

6:15 - 6:45 PM

Spring Creek Elementary School

Min Age

6 yr.

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Youth Taekwondo (Full Session)

Take your Taekwondo to the next level! Improve physical fitness, focus, and flexibility through traditional forms, controlled-contact sparring, and self-defense techniques as you work toward your world recognized black belt. Students practice basic techniques and learn intermediate and advanced techniques based on their current skill-level. Youth students are encouraged to attend the Intro to Martial Arts class from 6:15-6:45pm as well as the Taekwondo times based on their skill-level. This class is intended for older students (11+) and students who have progressed to a sufficient level in the Intro to Martial Arts class. Beginning students should register for the Intro to Martial Arts class. Uniform & test fees are additional. Visit brightmountainmartialarts.com, email instructorgittins@gmail.com or call 507 201-9661 for more information. Sign up for the whole session ($225), or choose the class drop-in option ($149) and attend up to 14 classes of your choosing

Tue/Thu, Sep 9 - Dec 18

6:15 - 7:30 PM

Spring Creek Elementary School

Min Age

11 yr.

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Youth Taekwondo (Drop-In) 14X

Tue/Thu, Sep 9 - Dec 18

6:15 - 7:30 PM

Spring Creek Elementary School

Min Age

11 yr.

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Champion Force Cheerleading

We offer a fun and exciting cheer program for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level students. We focus on the fundamentals of cheers, chants, jumps, stunts, and dance routines. Each class learns at least one full routine and will showcase their skills for parents and at competitions. Classes are available for all ages, and no experience is necessary for Recreation Levels. Champion Force Athletics is dedicated to empowering all kids with strength, confidence, and self-esteem. All classes are taught by certified coaches.

Tue, Sep 9 - Dec 9

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Northfield High School

Ages	4 yr. - 17 yr. ^{11 m}

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Private Basketball Lessons w/McKenzie Foley (Coack K)

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. McKenzie Foley (Coach K) - See below for registration details - Played D1 & D2 basketball - MN School of Basketball Coach - JV & MS coaching experience PLEASE NOTE! If the child you are registering is participating in a group lesson, please list the other participant name/s in the slots provided at the time of registration. If you need to register another sibling for the same slot as the current child you are registering, please do so, and they will be added to the waitlist, and your card will be charged internally. If you are registering your child for a group lesson, and another person from your group has already registered, please register and your child will be put on a waitlist, and then your card will be charged internally. 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 year 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. 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. No shows will result in a forfeit of the lesson cost.

Water Babies

Water Babies classes help to familiarize young children with the water, and prepare them for participation at the pre-school level. Your child will love learning to swim with our creative curriculum themes like Safari, Outer-space, Circus, and Ocean! The adult/parent is an integral part of the learning process and must accompany the child in the water. Purpose: To familiarize young children to the water Learning Objectives: Enter and exit the water in a safe manner Feel comfortable in the water Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes completely Explore buoyancy on the front and back position Change body position in the water with support Learn about the importance of wearing a life jacket and experience wearing one Learn basic safety safety rules and how to avoid hazards around the home

Tue, Oct 28 - Dec 16

5:15 - 5:45 PM

Northfield AmericInn

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Water Babies/ Aqua Tots

Water Babies & Aqua Tots' classes help to familiarize young children with the water and prepare them for participation at the pre-school level. Your child will love learning to swim with our creative curriculum themes like Safari, Outer-space, Circus, and Ocean! The parent is an integral part of the learning process and must accompany the child in the water. Purpose: To familiarize young children to the water and prepare them for the pre-school aquatics program. Learning Objectives: Enter and exit the water in a safe manner Feel comfortable in the water Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes in a rhythmic pattern Explore buoyancy on the front and back position Change body position in the water with support Glide on front and back with assistance Learn about the importance of wearing a life jacket and experience wearing one Learn basic safety safety rules and how to avoid hazards around the home Respect adult supervision in and around water

Tue, Oct 28 - Dec 16

5:50 - 6:20 PM

Northfield AmericInn

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Aqua Tots

Aqua Tots classes help to familiarize young children with the water and prepare them for participation at the pre-school level. Your child will love learning to swim with our creative curriculum themes like Safari, Outer-space, Circus, and Ocean! The parent is an integral part of the learning process and must accompany the child in the water. Purpose: To familiarize young children to the water and prepare them for the pre-school aquatics program. Learning Objectives: Respect adult supervision in and around water Learn more ways to enter and exit the water in a safe manner Explore submerging in a rhythmic pattern completely Glide on front and back with assistance Change body position in the water Learn about the importance of wearing a life jacket and experience wearing one Learn basic safety safety rules and how to avoid hazards around the home

Tue, Oct 28 - Dec 16

6:25 - 6:55 PM

Northfield AmericInn

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Starfish

Starfish swim lessons will orient children to the aquatic environment, help them acquire rudimentary levels of basic swimming, and will build on the aquatic curriculum learned in the Water Babies & Aqua Tots' classes by providing additional guided practice with increased distances and times. Your child will love learning to swim with our creative curriculum themes like Safari, Outer-space, Circus, and Ocean! Children are allowed to participate without an adult/parent in the water. Purpose: To orient preschool-age children to the aquatic environment and to help them acquire rudimentary levels of basic aquatic skills while becoming more proficient with aquatic movements as distance and time is increased. Learning Objectives: - Enter and exit water using ladder, steps, side, by stepping in from a low height and by jumping in to shoulder deep water - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes and hold breath for 10 seconds - Bobbing - Rotary Breathing - Open eyes under water and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float for 5 - 15 seconds and recover to a vertical position - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats for 10 seconds - Roll from front to back and back to front - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread with arm and hand actions and tread water for 15 - 30 seconds - Finning action on back - Alternating and simultaneous leg and arm actions on front and back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Experience wearing a life jacket in the water - Learn safety rules and what to do in an emergency

Tue, Oct 28 - Dec 16

7:00 - 7:30 PM

Northfield AmericInn

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Gumdo Korean Sword - Teen

Develop fitness, focus, and coordination through Haidong Gumdo, the Korean art of the sword. Using the two-handed longsword, students will learn forms, drills and cutting exercises based on battlefield tactics. This is a non-contact, low-impact, fast-paced martial art. Younger students with previous martial arts experience are welcome with instructor approval or when registered with a parent. This class runs concurrently with the adult class. There is a $20 fee for the practice sword, payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Uniform and testing fees are additional. For more information, go to northstargumdo.org.

Tue/Thu, Nov 4 - Dec 18

7:30 - 8:30 PM

Spring Creek Elementary School

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Equestrian Club

Step into the Equestrian world, enjoying the sportsmanship and camaraderie with a variety of outstanding horses. You will enjoy riding, training, horsemanship and much more every week. All riding abilities welcome. A required Cornerstone waiver may be accessed via the link in your confirmation email. Please fill out and bring to class. Bring a bicycle helmet if you have one, otherwise riding helmets are provided.

Fri, Nov 7 - Nov 28

6:30 - 7:30 PM

Cornerstone on the Vermillion

Ages	4 yr. - 17 yr.

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Ski & Snowboard Club

Ready to hit the slopes? The Northfield Ski & Snowboard Club will travel to Welch Village for six Monday evenings throughout the winter months. Buses will load students from the middle school and high school at the end of the school day, and transport them to Welch. Buses will return to Northfield at 9:15 pm. Veteran and adult chaperones supervise on the bus and while at Welch Village. All participants must know how to ski/snowboard, or have taken appropriate lessons before the club starts in January. If these requirements are not met, participants may enroll in our separate Summit Ski Lesson program! Please note that Welch will NOT be offering single day lift tickets to school clubs, nor any single day bus buy-ons. Program Dates: Mondays, Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb. 3, & 9 (Feb. 16 & 23 scheduled as make-up days). Registration for the club closes on December 12. Informational packets are available at the middle school, high school, and Community Ed main offices, or at the link here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:us:9634223b-e674-44b2-bd09-e2866b3bc5d2. PLEASE obtain one and read it! The Northfield Ski Club will run on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (1/19). Drop participants in their respective busing area bus area between 2:50 - 3 pm on non-school days. REGISTRATION & FEES – Deadline is Dec. 12 STEP 1 Register through Northfield Community Ed by choosing one option below OPTION 1. Transportation - 6 Trips = $189 (you have your own gear) OPTION 2. Transportation + Rental Package - 6 Trips = $439 (you need to rent gear) Rental packages include skis, boots, poles, and helmet, OR snowboard, boots, and a helmet. STEP 2 Purchase the Night Club Pass. All ski & snowboard club members must obtain a Welch Village pass (Night Club or unlimited), purchased directly from Welch. Once registered through Community Ed, you will receive a link in your confirmation email on how to purchase the discounted Night Club Pass. The Night Club Pass (after 3 pm everyday) = $239 + tax. There is no pass price correction if purchased outside of the club discount. 8th grade students attending the high school parent night on 2/9 may request a one-day refund for transportation & rental by contacting Melissa (mbernhard@northfieldschools.org).

Mon/Wed, Nov 19 - Feb 9 2026

3:00 - 9:15 PM

Grades

6th - 12th

Mon/Wed, Nov 19 - Feb 9 2026

Boys & Girls Bowling

The Northfield United States Bowling Association (USBC) is a non profit organization designed to introduce youth to bowling. Meet other kids, gets some exercise, have fun, participate in scholarship tournaments, and prepare for the Raider High School Bowling team. All enrolled youth bowlers will receive some college scholarship monies for EVERY game they bowl during league deposited into a SMART account for future education. No experience or equipment is required. The Pro’s behind the counter will help with coaching and technique if you need it as time allows for them. As skills improve, youth bowlers will experience a sense of accomplishment and enjoy the satisfaction of increased confidence and for having mastered a new game! Please note that league starts at 4pm and ends at approximately 5:30pm – time dependent on number of bowlers, pace of bowlers, etc. While there are staff at the bowling alley at all times, they are not directly supervising the bowlers. $110 first session of participation in membership year (includes USBC sanction card). Membership year is September 2025 - August 2026. $100 additional sessions in membership year Participants may join at any time for a prorated fee. Contact Michele with questions 507.581.9313

Thu, Nov 20 - Feb 5 2026

4:00 - 5:30 PM

Flaherty's Northfield Lanes

Fri, Nov 21 - Feb 6 2026

4:00 - 5:30 PM

Flaherty's Northfield Lanes

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Winter Cheer

Come cheer on your NHS Raiders Girls and Boys basketball teams this winter season! Open to all 8th to 12th graders. - Register by Dec 3rd to cheer for winter. - Uniforms need to be ordered within the first week of practice, from Varsity. The price is $240-$285, depending on whether you purchase the maroon under armor that goes with it. You may use a long sleeve v neck maroon shirt instead. Coach Laurie will email you the uniform link once you register, and will explain how to enter the size info. Once sizes are entered, Laurie will email you another link for collecting the uniform fee. After you purchase the uniform, you may use it for any season you cheer for (fall and winter). If you need to purchase a uniform after the deadline, you still can, it just won't be available for the first few games, however we do have uniforms that you can borrow (different design), until yours arrives. - The season begins Monday, Dec 1st 2025 and ends March 2nd 2026 - Practices are Mondays from 5 to 7 pm, and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at the high school. --Some games may fall on a practice day. I will explain at our first practice how that works if that happens. - You will need "white cheer shoes" that can be purchased on Varsity, Amazon, Omni Cheer, Cheerzone etc. You don't need to buy new white cheer shoes if you already have them. - You may purchase pom poms from Varsity as your ordering the uniform IF you want but you don't have to. We do have ones you can use for the season and give back. We will have an option to purchase a sweatshirt with Raiders cheerleading on it (same as last winter- no need to purchase a new one if you have it) Please reach out to Laurie with questions as it is a lot of information (laurieas17@outlook.com).

Mon/Thu, Dec 1 - Mar 2 2026

12:00 - 11:59 PM

Northfield High School and TBA

Grades

8th - 12th

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Basketball Camp

Swoosh! This camp is designed to introduce your young athlete to the sport of basketball through skill development and small group games. Sports Unlimited staff will focus on helping your child learn the rules of basketball while working on team play and sportsmanship.

Mon, Tue, Dec 29 - Dec 30

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Greenvale Park Elementary School

Ages	6 yr. - 12 yr. ^{11 m}

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Holiday Horse Camp

Register for an exciting two-day camp where you will spend all your time with show horses, learning and experiencing Western, English, and bareback riding, ground work, horsemanship, and training. We welcome all riding abilities and those who have never ridden before to join us for a fun-filled, action-packed youth camp with horses.

Mon, Tue, Dec 29 - Dec 30

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Cornerstone on the Vermillion

Ages	4 yr. - 17 yr. ^{11 m}

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Basketball Workout - Private Lessons w/Darrell

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 Note: 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 year taking private lessons. If in doubt, schedule one or two lessons with the instructor and talk with them about what the goals are for the child/adult. Their opinion may be beneficial to how you'd like to structure your private lessons. 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 your instructor at least 3 hours before your lesson (phone number available in registration confirmation). 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 (before the scheduled lesson is scheduled to take place).

Sun/Thu, Jan 1 2026 - May 31 2026

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

TBA

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Shorin-Ryu Karate

Ueshiro Shorin Ryu is an ancient and practical style of Karate originating in Okinawa, Japan. Adults of all ages, and kids 8 and up, train together on the deck to build strength and self-confidence without sparring or competitions. Newer students learn by modeling more advanced students and progress at their own pace. Every class includes warmups, basic moves, kata (choreographed sequences) and targeted exercises focused on flexibility, balance and control. Mastery comes through repetition. Students are encouraged to attend 2 of the 3 classes a week as schedules allow. Beginners are welcome and attend in gym clothes until their first test, which requires a white uniform and testing fees. Karate is great for families, and children do best accompanied by an adult. For more information visit https://northfieldkarate.com or learn about the national organization at https://www.shorinryu.com. Please note: Classes on 1/5, 1/26, 2/2, 2/18, 3/16, and 4/22 have been moved to the high school aux. gym (enter at door #2 ONLY for those dates). Individual $69 Family of 2 or more $99 Saturdays: 10 - 11 am, all ranks / 11 am - 12 pm, advanced belts

Mon/Wed/Sat, Jan 3 2026 - May 23 2026

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Carleton College - Cowling Dance Studio and Northfield High School

Summit Ski Lessons

The quest for adventure and learning a lifetime sport, begins with our Summit Ski Lessons! Our veteran instructor has been teaching the basics and art of skiing for decades, and will share their expertise with your child. Beginner and advanced options are available to suit the ability level of every skier. Beginners will focus on stopping, turning, getting on and off a chair lift, and will learn general safety. Your advanced student will become a stronger, more confident skier through balance and carving drills, and will work toward mastery of specific skills of interest. This is a one-of-a-kind experience your child will thrive in and enjoy. You may choose the 3-week beginner course (first 3 weeks of instruction & second 3 weeks of open skiing), the 3-week advanced course (first 3 weeks of open skiing & second 3 weeks of instruction), or all six weeks of progressive instruction. Registration deadline is December 12th. Informational packets are available at the middle school, high school, and Community Ed main offices, or at the link here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:us:9634223b-e674-44b2-bd09-e2866b3bc5d2. Please pick one up, or click the link and read it! Program Dates (6X): January 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9 (make up days scheduled for Feb. 16 & 23). The Northfield Ski Club will run on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (1/19) when there is no school. Drop participants in their respective busing area between 2:50 - 3 pm on non-school days. REGISTRATION & FEES – Deadline is Dec. 12 STEP 1 Register through Northfield Community Ed by choosing from the all-a-carte options below - RENTAL IF NEEDED: #1358-W26 Rental $250 (6 times) Rental packages include skis, boots, poles, and helmet. - 3X BEGINNER INSTRUCTION (2 hours per night) / 3X OPEN SKI (transportation not included): #1358-W26BEG $119 - Instructional dates: Jan. 5, 12, & 19 / Open ski dates: Jan. 26, Feb. 2, & 9 - 3X ADVANCED INSTRUCTION (2 hours per night) / 3X OPEN SKI (transportation not included): #1358-W26ADV $119 - Instructional dates: Jan. 26, Feb. 2, & 9 / Open ski dates: Jan. 5, 12, & 19 (advanced athletes must be able to turn, stop, and be comfortable skiing a blue) - 6X TRANSPORTATION: #1358-W26 Transportation, $189 STEP 2 Purchase the Night Club Pass. All Summit lesson participants must obtain a Welch Village pass (night or unlimited season pass), purchased directly from Welch. Once registered through Community Ed, you will receive a link in your confirmation email on how to purchase the discounted Night Club Pass. The Night Club Pass (after 3 pm everyday) = $239 + tax. There is no pass price correction if purchased outside of the club discount. 8th grade students attending the high school parent night on 2/9 may request a one-day refund for transportation & rental by contacting Melissa (mbernhard@northfieldschools.org).

Mon, Jan 5 2026 - Feb 9 2026

3:00 - 9:00 PM

Grades

6th - 12th