Northfield Community Education

Northfield Community Education offers an officiated five-on-five basketball league on Sunday evenings. Registration and league information will be emailed to previous captains in early September. New captains and individual pick-up players may contact Melissa at 507.664.3502 or mbernhard@northfieldschools.org for registration and league information. Registration form and fee are due by Friday, October 3. League begins Sunday, November 10, and continues into February. Schedules and rankings are posted at www.quickscores.com/nfld once the season begins. $550/team

New to pickleball? This is the perfect place to start! The adult beginner program is led by an experienced coach, and focuses on the basics: rules, scoring, technique, and court movement. Each session includes drills, guided practice, and friendly competition, so you'll build skills and confidence while having fun. No experience needed, just come ready to learn and play!

Build confidence, develop core-strength, and improve physical fitness with Taekwondo. From beginner through advanced with a curriculum that works toward a world recognized black belt, 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 are encouraged to attend the Intro to Martial Arts class (Youth) from 6:15-6:45pm as well as Taekwondo class times based on their skill-level. Uniform & test fees are additional. Visit brightmountainmartialarts.com, email instructorgittins@gmail.com or call 507 201-9661for 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

Build confidence, develop core-strength, and improve physical fitness with Taekwondo. From beginner through advanced with a curriculum that works toward a world recognized black belt, 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 are encouraged to attend the Intro to Martial Arts class (Youth) from 6:15-6:45pm as well as Taekwondo class times based on their skill-level. Uniform & test fees are additional. Visit brightmountainmartialarts.com, email instructorgittins@gmail.com or call 507 201-9661for 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

This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills they need to assess, recognize, and care for patients who are experiencing respiratory arrest, cardiac arrest, airway obstruction or opioid overdose. Call Community Education at 507.664.3649 for more information.

This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills they need to assess, recognize, and care for patients who are experiencing respiratory arrest, cardiac arrest, airway obstruction or opioid overdose. Call Community Education at 507.664.3649 for more information.

This program trains professional-level rescuers (nurses, doctors) to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children, and infants until more advanced medical personnel (cardiologist) take over. Call Community Education at 507.664.3649 for more information.

This program trains professional-level rescuers (nurses, doctors) to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children, and infants until more advanced medical personnel (cardiologist) take over. Call Community Education at 507.664.3649 for more information.

Cardio Drumming is a cardio class suited for all ages and ability levels. Using a bucket, exercise ball, and drumsticks as workout equipment, you will focus on working arms and legs, while working out to fun, upbeat music. You can also practice your drumming skills! $15 for the entire session, or $5 drop-in per class.

Stay active and enjoy the winter months with our adult pickup soccer games. Join fellow enthusiasts for friendly matches indoors, keeping your skills sharp, and the camaraderie warm all season long. Drop-ins are welcome. $65/session (27 dates) or $5 at the door. No large bills please. Equipment is provided.

The Knightcrawlers Masters Swim Club meets MWF, from 5 - 6:15 am at the Northfield Middle School pool. Sessions feature customized workouts created by Coach KevinO'Brien. Kevin Has been involved in competitive swimming for over 27 years and Coaching 13 of them. Kevin was the Head Coach for the Red Wing High School Girls and Boys teams for 7 years and has been Coaching with the Knightcrawlers for 4. Swimmers are placed in lanes according to ability. Our top work out group will swim around 3,000 yards and our bottom group around 1,600-2,200. Swimmers are by no means required to follow workouts exactly, as long as the flow of a lane is not interrupted. Enter the school at door number 3 (East Pool Entrance)

Kyudo, Japanese longbow archery, has a long tradition in Japanese history in both militaristic and ceremonial venues. Today's Kyudo is a non-competitive, introspective process to shooting that helps to focus one's mind and body on the simple act of shooting a bow. Parent participation is required for those under fifteen years old. Visit www.mnkyudo.org for more details about kyudo and the instructors. There is a membership fee into the Minnesota Kyudo Renmei when shooting begins. Practice bows ($25) are also for sale - they are optional, but recommended. Loaner equipment is provided for most adults.

Pickleball is an activity that people of all ages can enjoy! Experiment with the general techniques and maneuvers of pickleball, or play an informal or competitive game. Pickleball is played on a badminton sized court with a net height of 34 - 36 inches, and is played with a perforated plastic ball (similar to a whiffle ball) and wood or composite paddle. The activity resembles a cross between badminton, tennis, and ping pong. Come alone or bring a partner; there is always someone to play. Pickleball paddles and balls are provided. Wednesday @ Bridgewater: Rules and instructions will be provided on handouts the first night of play. Register for the full session, or drop-in for $5/night. Sunday @ High School: Veteran pickleball players will be present to work with beginners, or anyone wanting more instruction on the game of pickleball. The program is free due to a collaboration with Age Friendly Northfield, and their financial support!

Drop-in and play open gym volleyball! $5 at the door. No large bills please.

Drop in for a pick-up game and experience the ideal blend of fun and competition. Enjoy spirited games, relish the thrill of competitive play, sharpen our skills, and meet some new friends. Players make their own calls. No online registration available. $5 payable at the door (no large bills please).

Why join Raider Fitness? Raider Fitness is an affordable community fitness program that focuses on building strength and endurance through fun and engaging workouts. Every class offers a variety of workout options to choose from to help you reach your fitness goals.The program coach leads you through all exercises and helps you tailor the workout to meet you at any fitness level. This class is for absolutely any adult who wants to live a healthier lifestyle! Meeting locations include the high school main gym, auxiliary gym, and the weight room. Park in the back of the school and enter at door #10, the lower cafeteria/auditorium entrance.

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 9 - 11 am (10 - 11 am advanced belt)

Join the fun with our 55+ Bowling Club—where it’s all about friends, not frames! Bowl eight times from September to April, choosing the dates that work for you. Sessions are at Flaherty's Lanes on Mondays at 11:00 AM and Fridays at 1:00 PM. Enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere while knocking down pins and making new connections. No pressure—just good times and great company.