St. Cloud Area School District 742 Community Education

Fencing is a fun and intense sport that teaches quick reactions, excellent coordination, and self-discipline. Whether you're a beginner or have taken this class before, you'll learn simple and effective self-protection techniques with the sword including attacking and defense, among other tactics. All equipment is provided (mask, jacket, glove, and a sword). Wear comfortable clothing such as long sweat pants and running shoes. Enter door 5.

Kick, punch, and block your way to better cardiovascular fitness with this full-body workout. Whether you're a beginner or have experience, this class is open to all athletes, men or women, who are looking to develop strength, balance, stability, and flexibility. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and supportive shoes.

Kick, punch, and block your way to better cardiovascular fitness with this full-body workout. Whether you're a beginner or have experience, this class is open to all athletes, men or women, who are looking to develop strength, balance, stability, and flexibility. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and supportive shoes.

NEW! Participants will make a beautiful stained glass lampshade from available patterns using the copper foil method. Previous stained glass experience is required. Bring to class: Your own tools and supplies. All tools and supplies are available on site for purchase at a discount for students. Join us for an evening of fun, friends, and creativity!

You'll enjoy a flow class with a moderate pace and intensity with a focus on connecting breath with movement. The teachers prepare a sequence of postures that include a mix of stability, balance and mobility, linked with functional transitions and breath. There will be at least 10 minutes dedicated to meditation time (not including savasana), using various meditation techniques such as guided, visualization, or silent seated meditation with a slow, flowing sequence in the ambience of candlelight. Open to all levels of experience. Bring to class: yoga mat and water.

Join Shanti Yoga Center for a flow style class that combines rhythmic movements and breath with simple and accessible sequences that will help you improve your flexibility, relieve physical tension, and reduce stress. All levels of students are encouraged to practice to their own ability. You’ll learn foundational principles and be encouraged to explore depth with variations that meet you where you are. The end of class will include a short time for deeper relaxation or meditation. Bring to class: mats or towel and water bottle.

What makes a Focaccia a Focaccia, a Stromboli a Stromboli, and a Calzone a Calzone? Discover the delicious answers to these questions as we explore the world of unique rolled & stuffed pizzas, marvelous focaccia bread, and an out-of-this-world pizza sauce. Using two different types of homemade dough you’ll learn how to create these Italian –inspired favorites personalizing each creation with your favorite toppings & fillings. Participants will receive Zoom instructions via email prior to class. Equipment Needs: A 9x13 non-stick baking pan or a larger sheet pan will be needed for the focaccia bread. Additional sheet pans will be needed for the Stromboli and the Calzones. A stand mixer is highly recommended in order to be able to make both doughs during the class. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. More info will be provided in the ingredient list packet provided 5 days prior to the class.. Note: One registration fee for this on-line virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home ONLY.

NEW! You'll create a beautiful 5” x 7” masterpiece of fused glass art using pieces of colorful glass and the high heat of a kiln. Tuition includes the glass base for the selected scrap glass, patterns, cutting tools, and kiln firing. No experience necessary.

Your child will learn the fundamentals of coding with Scratch to create a Nintendo-themed game! Inspire your student to pursue today’s most exciting technologies. Scratch uses colorful, visual blocks that fit together like Legos. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM. Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet, webcam, microphone and speakers. Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: Scratch Website and Scratch Account (sign-up information will be provided before class).

Enjoy a night of socializing with friends while playing games! This class also provides a fun opportunity to practice skills you can use in daily life including math and money management, taking turns, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Games will be provided so no need to bring them from home. Enter door 1.

Relax, unwind, and restore with this soothing Gentle Yoga class. Designed for all levels, Gentle Yoga incorporates a pleasant flow that includes warming up, stretching, balancing, breath work, strength building, and calming 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.

Relax, unwind, and restore in this soothing Gentle Yoga class. Designed for all levels, Gentle Yoga incorporates a pleasant flow that includes warming up, stretching, balancing, breath work, strength building, and calming 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.

Parents, enjoy a FULL day to yourselves while your child has fun in the great outdoors! Our licensed staff will facilitate learning experiences using the play-based learning approach. Park Play camps are committed to offering the balance of self-directed and self-driven learning through inquiry, play, and freedoms to design & create. Campers can expect to engage in healthy risk-taking, “soft”/”essential”/”life” skills (i.e. the interpersonal attributes of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creation). Participants must be toilet trained in order to participate

NEW! Have you been wanting to learn more about a variety of creative techniques? At this unique art class, you'll create a colorful and textured masterpiece to take home using glue and foil.

Bring your child out to Granite City Jump for a bouncy good time. They’ll spend time jumping in a variety of bouncy houses and socializing with other kids. This is a great way to expend energy and get a good workout. Adults must accompany children but will not participate There will be separate times allotted for ages 4-6 and 7-10, please make sure you are registering for the correct class based on age. A required waiver must be filled out prior to class at: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5e3af3b651bb1/web/

Assistants must register

NEW! At this online cook-along class, you'll learn to make Greek Dolmáthes - tender grape leaves filled with savory rice and seasoned meat. The meal will be completed with homemade loaf of crusty artisan bread. Participants will receive a list of ingredients five days prior to class to allow enough time for shopping and preparation. Tuition includes recipes.

Is your child interested in music? Professional virtual instruction is being offered by Steve Cekalla's Guitar and Music School. This class offers a unique and fun approach for starters, but with the ability to teach styles, theory, and techniques to those with instrument experience. A stable internet connection, some internet savvy (ex. ability to screenshot/print screen), and access to a working printer is helpful. Participants should have their own instrument, but a limited amount of guitars are available. Please check before registering for availability. This Community Education package is for three virtual 30-minute group lessons. Only one lesson package per student. Your child's sessions will be scheduled in the month you registered for. Contact information will be given at the time of registration.

Is your child interested in music? Professional virtual instruction is being offered by Steve Cekalla's Guitar and Music School. This class offers a unique and fun approach for starters, but with the ability to teach styles, theory, and techniques to those with instrument experience. A stable internet connection, some internet savvy (ex. ability to screenshot/print screen), and access to a working printer is helpful. Participants should have their own instrument, but a limited amount of guitars are available. Please check before registering for availability. This Community Education package is for three virtual 30-minute group lessons. Only one lesson package per student. Your child's sessions will be scheduled in the month you registered for. Contact information will be given at the time of registration.