St. Cloud Area School District 742 Community Education

NEW! Get your preschooler moving, shaking and having fun while learning about the importance of exercise and fun! Each high-energy class will use music while focusing on visuals as well as other props to encourage participation and movement. Participants will also learn basic sign language relating to class theme. This class includes singing, moving, instrument playing and lots of encouragement. Your child will participate in fun dances, songs, stretching and motor skill activities. Sign your child up for a single session or all four. Classes are taught by a board certified music therapist. You may observe class along with your child. Class limit: 12. Enter door 1.

NEW! Get your preschooler moving, shaking and having fun while learning about the importance of exercise and fun! Each high-energy class will use music while focusing on visuals as well as other props to encourage participation and movement. Participants will also learn basic sign language relating to class theme. This class includes singing, moving, instrument playing and lots of encouragement. Your child will participate in fun dances, songs, stretching and motor skill activities. Sign your child up for a single session or all four. Classes are taught by a board certified music therapist. You may observe class along with your child. Class limit: 12. Enter door 1.

NEW! Get your preschooler moving, shaking and having fun while learning about the importance of exercise and fun! Each high-energy class will use music while focusing on visuals as well as other props to encourage participation and movement. Participants will also learn basic sign language relating to class theme. This class includes singing, moving, instrument playing and lots of encouragement. Your child will participate in fun dances, songs, stretching and motor skill activities. Sign your child up for a single session or all four. Classes are taught by a board certified music therapist. You may observe class along with your child. Class limit: 12. Enter door 1.

Caring for another child will help your child tap into and develop important qualities such as trust, honesty, creativity, patience and communication. Your child will gain the skills they need to earn extra cash and have fun through babysitting. This educational course follows the American Academy of Pediatrics Babysitting Lessons and Safety Training (BLAST). Instructors share current practices for safety and injury prevention, first-aid basics, feeding and caring for infants, how to handle behavior problems and how to manage a babysitting business. Your child will receive a reference book, recipe and game handouts, babysitting bag and first-aid kit. Tuition includes materials. Bring to class: nut-free lunch, snacks and a beverage. Class limit: 20. Enter door 1.

An introduction to the traditional martial art of Okinawan Karate can help your child increase focus and listening skills, learn teamwork and positive social interaction, coordination and motor skills. The basics of punching, kicking and striking will be taught. Your child will begin to learn the bones in their body and start to understand the concepts of self-discipline, awareness, concern for others and principles of karate and for life. Your child should wear loose, comfortable clothing and will be practicing barefoot. Instructor Beverly Gustafson is a third-degree black belt from St. Cloud Karate & T’ai Chi Instruction. Class limit: 15.

NEW! This class is an introduction to the traditional art of Okinawan Karate for the youngest students to understand and enjoy. Your child will learn about bones in their bodies and be introduced to concepts of self-discipline, awareness, concern for others and life skills. Your child should wear loose, comfortable clothing and will be practicing barefoot. Instructor Beverly Gustafson is a third-degree black belt from St. Cloud Karate & T'ai Chi Instruction. Class limit: 10.

The motto of Dee Cheng Kung Fu Academy is Confidence, Respect, Integrity, Self-discipline and Perseverance (CRISP). This class builds physical fitness plus coordination and exposes your child to the Chinese culture. They will also become familiar with the Chinese language and customs. Master Dee Ma has nine years of intensive Kung Fu training as a professional athlete. She is a graduate of Beijing Sports University and a certified national Kung Fu first-class referee. Class limit: 20. 

NEW! Your child will learn practical self-defense techniques through top-level martial arts training specifically designed for youth learning. Emphasis is placed on building foundational martial arts skills for both sport and real life situations. Beginner level students will not be exposed to collision and contact is not required. Your child should wear comfortable clothing and will be participating barefoot. Karate uniforms are available for purchase at the class. Class limit: 10.