St. Cloud Area School District 742 Community Education

Come experience the fastest growing sport in the country! Beginner One sessions will teach players the rules, proper form and basic strategies of the game. Beginner Two sessions will help participants strengthen core skills, improve game knowledge and shot selection. Intermediate sessions will focus on strategy and shot selection while improving consistency of skills. Please bring paddle or one will be provided. If outside, class may be moved inside to another location due to weather conditions. Beginner One players (1.0-2.0) are new to pickleball and have a minimal understanding of the game and no prior experience. Beginner Two players (2.0-2.9) have a basic understanding of the rules and can maintain a short rally. Intermediate players (3.0-3.5) can maintain rallies and volley effectively with both forehand and backhand and serving and return consistently with direction and depth. About the Instructor: Nicole Idalski grew up playing tennis at the high school, collegiate and USTA levels. Since converting to pickleball, she has won in women's and mixed doubles at the 4.0, 4.5 and Senior Pro levels and teaches pickleball lessons to all ages and skill levels.

Gentle Yoga is for beginners or those wanting a gentle yoga class. It incorporates a gentle flow that will warm up the body and includes stretching, balancing, breathing work, strength building, and concludes with relaxation. The class is suitable for all adults and modifications will be made as appropriate. Bring to class: yoga mat. Blanket, yoga blocks, and strap are optional. Enter door 1.