Northfield Community Education

Are you a student in grades 8 - 12, and want to cheer on your NHS football team this fall? If so, come join Fall Football Sideline Cheer! We hold weekly practices, and cheer and stunt on the sidelines of home and away football games throughout the season. You will need to purchase white cheer shoes (prices vary - parents order), a t-shirt for the games (we have these made), and a cheer warm up jacket (purchased through Varsity for the cold weather games). The estimated cost of those items is between $150-$200. Participants will also need to purchase a new uniform this year (through Varsity for an additional $180-$250). These uniforms, owned by the participant, will be used for multiple seasons. Coach Laurie will have more information about these details at the fall informational meeting on APRIL 11th at 3:30 in the lower cafeteria of the high school. You may sign up through Community Education by August 12th to cheer for this 2024 fall season. Season registration cost is $130. If you have questions, please email coach Laurie at laurieas17@outlook.com. We will have 2 "get to know the team" practices: Mon. July 8 from 5-6:00 pm and Thurs. July 11th from 3:30-4:30pm. REGULAR SEASON PRACTICE’S START THE WEEK OF JULY I5TH. They will be Mondays 5-6:30 and Thursday’s 3:30-5:30 until school starts. When school starts, they are on Monday’s 5-7 pm and Thursday’s 3:30-6 pm. I will have a schedule for the cheerleaders at the first practice with practices, games, and other events we do. Shoes, t-shirts, warm up jacket = $150-$200 Uniform = $180-$250 Registration Fee = $130

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 $59 Family of 2 or more $89 Saturdays are held at the Carleton College Cowling Dance Studio from 10 - noon. (All ranks from 10 - 11 am, Advanced students from 11 - noon)

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.

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.

November/December session moved to cafeteria. Mestizo Boxing Academy’s beginner boxing class is a five week class that promotes self-discipline, healthy eating habits, exercise, and positive youth development for boys and girls in the Northfield area. Our mission is to provide a properly coached and supervised beginner/amateur boxing program. The program is a vehicle to instruct sportsmanship, values of conditioning, a positive release of frustration and energy, as well as to develop self-confidence and good character. Please bring your own gloves or share the ones provided.

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. Sign up for the whole session or buy a Fall Drop-In Card. 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. Contact instructorgittins@gmail.com for more information or call 507 201-9661.

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. Students work on basic material with the Intro to Martial Arts class from 6-6:30 pm and advanced material based on their skill-level from 6:30-7:15pm. Sign up for the whole session or choose the drop-in option. 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, protective equipment & test fees are additional. Visit www.BrightMountainMartialArts.com, email instructorgittins@gmail.com, or call 507 201-9661 for more information.

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. Contact instructorgittins@gmail.com for more information or call 507 201-9661. A t-shirt is provided with the registration, thus there is a $10 non-refundable amount on this class.

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. Contact instructorgittins@gmail.com for more information or call 507 201-9661. A t-shirt is provided with the registration, thus there is a $10 non-refundable amount on this class.

Get on track this fall and try out the fun running and field events the sport of track and field has to offer. Participate in short sprints, middle distance running, relays, and field events including hurdles, shot put, and long jump. Increase muscle, coordination, agility, and speed. Practice the art of persevering, learn to work as a team, and acquire tools for encouraging others. A mini track meet will take place on the last day of the program.

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

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

Private swimming lessons are available for anyone regardless of age or ability. Lessons are held at the AmericInn Pool when an instructor is available (4:30 - 5 pm & 7:30 - 8 pm) on the following Tuesdays. Other people may be in the pool as the private lessons take place. To schedule a private lesson, please call Melissa at 507.664.3502. No online registration available. Tuesdays, October 22 - December 17 $20/half hour. Children in the same family who are about the same swim level make take the lesson together for the cost of one. Lessons are not final, and payment not collected unless an instructor can be found to cover the private lessons.

Convert your outdoor playing skills to the court in our new futsal program. Futsal is an indoor variant of soccer, emphasizing quick passes, tight ball control, and creative play in close quarters. Join other futsal enthusiasts for fun, high-energy games on Sunday evenings throughout the school-year. Boost your fitness levels; develop your agility and technical skills; connect with friends; and explore this exciting activity! Players must bring appropriate gear (indoor soccer shoes recommended). Open to both girls and boys players. Register for the full session @$55, or drop-in for $3/time.

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.

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.