Learn improv from award winning local improviser Fletcher Wolfe! This class will take you through the basics of improv and teach several short form styles and games.

***Please note that when you register for this individual parenting session, a parent educator will reach out to you directly via email to schedule the exact date and time of your session (it will not be taking place on 9/2/2026 from 1pm-2pm). Individual Parent Education is available if you would like to have a private session with a licensed Parent Educator from the ELFC. Each session is 60 minutes. You pick the discussion topic(s). Here are examples from previous registrants: Talking about race, pandemic parenting, child development, discipline, communication skills, nurturing self-esteem, tantrums, eating, sleeping or toilet training, sibling issues, parent/child relationships, school readiness, any other parenting concerns. Once you register, contact our parent educator Linda Stotts at Linda.stotts@edinaschools.org Sibling Care is available during this class: https://earlylearning.edinaschools.org/learning/sibling-care

Piano and Music Theory lessons for MYC graduates.

***Prerequisites: Must be confident swimmer in deep water. Age is not as important as willingness to try new things.*** Learn basic springboard diving skills, diving safety, and how to use the diving board with proper technique. You'll increase your flexibility and have lots of fun! Beginning divers with little or no previous instruction are welcome. During this class, divers will learn the fundamentals of diving including: front approach with hurdle, front dive, back press, back dive, inward dive, front somersault. Often divers will take this class more than one time to achieve proficiency in the skills expected in Intermediate Diving. When the diver is ready to move to Intermediate, coaches will move them up even during the middle of a session. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Intermediate Excel - 6:30-8:30pm, 3 Sessions (Dec 7-21) $65/enrollment Following the Beginning Excel class, this course will cover a more in-depth look at the offerings within Excel, including formulas, tables, calculations and conditional formatting. This class is suitable for a learner that has some familiarity with the Excel software and would like further instruction in more specific uses, such as conditional formatting and functions, VLOOKUP and pivot tables. The classes are held via Google Meet and our instructor sends out handouts/Google Meet link the Thursday prior to class and then Monday AM of the 2nd and 3rd sessions Instructor: Laura Twaroski _________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Developing champs with every bump, set, spike! Grow your skills as a volleyball player! In this 4 day program we will learn the fundamentals of volleyball with fun drills and exciting games. Take your skills to the next level with the volleyball specific strength and conditioning stations. Learn what it takes to be the best you can be! On the final day of the program, there will be a tournament styled session where the athletes will be able to compete with their newly learned skills and IQ!

Into The Woods is a nature-based play experience that encourages exploration, curiosity and resilience. Kids will have the opportunity to build forts, climb trees and create engaging play adventures in the sensory-rich great outdoors. The day will feature a theme designed to inspire their play. Into The Woods allows kids to pretend, get muddy and play at their own pace, all while developing important life skills and lasting memories! Note: We will spend the entire day outside playing in the woods and enjoy a campfire snack! Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Improve your fitness, strength, and flexibility with adult ballet in a fun, supportive, and community-focused setting—no tutu required! Whether you're brand new, returning after a break, or looking for a local alternative to city studios with city parking, we have a class for you! With multiple levels and schedules, our professionally trained instructors help you build technique, prevent injury, and enjoy the many physical and mental benefits of ballet. You will also get the opportunity to build community and friendships in a healthy and welcoming environment. Intro to Ballet Specifics: New to ballet or returning after a break? This class is for you! Learn foundational ballet steps, positions, and musicality in a supportive, non-competitive environment. You will receive individual corrections with a focus on proper technique to improve your alignment and prevent injury. Build strength, balance, and body awareness and improve coordination and posture at a comfortable pace! Class will focus on barre work but may also include some center steps. Join in person, online via Zoom, or mix and match! Questions? Email us at midwestballetmn@gmail.com. Students ages 16+ are welcome to attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. Why take ballet? Here are some of our favorite benefits: Increased balance, strength, mobility, coordination, and flexibility Improve cardio, core strength and posture/alignment Reduce risk of Alzheimer's and dementia Stress reduction Injury and pain prevention “Putting your hand on the barre makes the rest of the world melt away”, also known as escape and you time! Perfect for helping you keep an active (and social) lifestyle! Midwest School of Ballet’s experienced instructors provide a traditional ballet format of barre and center work while emphasizing proper alignment, technique, musicality, and artistry. If you have any questions about what class to sign up for just email us and we can help. The most important thing is for all students to be doing ballet safely. midwestballetmn@gmail.com Meet Kaethe here: Kaethe ___________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Learning to listen, follow directions, and move our bodies. Students will learn about the basics of Ballet movement. Attire: Bring ballet shoes or socks. Students should wear what they feel most comfortable wearing, we suggest something able to move in, and so the instructor can still see the line of the body. (leggings, shorts, tank tops are all options also if student is uncomfortable in a leotard and tights.) Girls/Ladies: leotard (solid color) pink tights pink leather or canvas ballet slippers* no attached or separate skirts (except 20yrs or older) Boys/Men: white form fitting t-shirt black biker shorts or leggings, or black tights white or black leather or canvas ballet slippers (thin white ankle/knee socks can also be worn) Hair: ALL hair should be secured off the face and longer hair in a pony tail or bun. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Learning to listen, follow directions, and move our bodies. Students will learn about the basics of Ballet movement. Attire: Bring ballet shoes or socks. Students should wear what they feel most comfortable wearing, we suggest something able to move in, and so the instructor can still see the line of the body. (leggings, shorts, tank tops are all options also if student is uncomfortable in a leotard and tights.) Girls/Ladies: leotard (solid color) pink tights pink leather or canvas ballet slippers* no attached or separate skirts (except 20yrs or older) Boys/Men: white form fitting t-shirt black biker shorts or leggings, or black tights white or black leather or canvas ballet slippers (thin white ankle/knee socks can also be worn) Hair: ALL hair should be secured off the face and longer hair in a pony tail or bun. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Learning to listen, follow directions, and mover our bodies. Students will learn about the basics of Ballet Attire: Bring ballet shoes or socks. Students should wear what they feel most comfortable wearing, we suggest something able to move in, and so the instructor can still see the line of the body. (leggings, shorts, tank tops are all options also if student is uncomfortable in a leotard and tights.) Girls/Ladies: leotard (solid color) pink tights pink leather or canvas ballet slippers* no attached or separate skirts (except 20yrs or older) Boys/Men: white form fitting t-shirt black biker shorts or leggings, or black tights white or black leather or canvas ballet slippers (thin white ankle/knee socks can also be worn) Hair: ALL hair should be secured off the face and longer hair in a pony tail or bun. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Learning to listen, follow directions, and mover our bodies. Students will learn about the basics of Ballet Attire: Bring ballet shoes or socks. Students should wear what they feel most comfortable wearing, we suggest something able to move in, and so the instructor can still see the line of the body. (leggings, shorts, tank tops are all options also if student is uncomfortable in a leotard and tights.) Girls/Ladies: leotard (solid color) pink tights pink leather or canvas ballet slippers* no attached or separate skirts (except 20yrs or older) Boys/Men: white form fitting t-shirt black biker shorts or leggings, or black tights white or black leather or canvas ballet slippers (thin white ankle/knee socks can also be worn) Hair: ALL hair should be secured off the face and longer hair in a pony tail or bun. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Tired of the same old fitness routine? Do you need a new way to energize your core? It's time to try the mystic and intriguing art of belly dancing with Terri Allred. During this hour long 4-week series you'll learn about the foundations of belly dancing including posture, and core movements like staccato and lyrical. Hips don't lie during this hour of hip circles and hits, so kick off shoes, get barefoot, and let's go! Beginners welcome! Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move freely in. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Learn the fundamentals of furniture making w/John Doe. In this course we will discuss the different elements of furniture making including furniture design, choices of wood species, prepping wood for the project, different types of Joinery, glueing and finishing. Students will leave the course with a finished end table and the know how to make more. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Move over Pickleball and say hello to the calorie burning exhilarating game that rules the court. Dive into squash - it's just what you need to get the best full body workout ever. The sport combines physical fitness with strategic mental sharpness. It is hailed as the world's healthiest way to build stamina, agility, and quick thinking—all while having a blast! You'll learn essential squash techniques through engaging drills, personalized feedback, and game play that enhance your footwork, shot accuracy, and tactics, helping you reduce stress, boost energy, and achieve personal goals like better health or career balance. Join a welcoming community of like-minded adults, fostering lifelong friendships and inclusivity for all skill levels. Whether relieving anxiety, solving fitness plateaus, or embracing fun competition, you'll transform your routine into an empowering journey of growth, resilience, and success on and off the court. Instructor Shoby Gul is a globally recognized squash professional with over 15 years of coaching experience both internationally and as a pro at premier U.S. squash clubs. All equipment provided. Students ages 12+ are welcome to attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. Read more here: Boast Squash ___________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Does your child enjoy swimming, dancing, gymnastics, music and theater? Come try synchronized swimming and learn the basics from experienced coaches and swimmer volunteers. Swimmers will learn basic synchronized swimming skills and be able to perform a short routine by the end! Swimmers must be completely independent in the pool in both the shallow and deep ends.

Does your child enjoy swimming, dancing, gymnastics, music and theater? Come try synchronized swimming and learn the basics from experienced coaches and swimmer volunteers. Swimmers will learn basic synchronized swimming skills and be able to perform a short routine by the end! Swimmers must be completely independent in the pool in both the shallow and deep ends.

Make your own rustic wooden jack o'lantern and get an introduction to woodworking. With assistance of an instructor, you will use the miter saw and table saw to cut the pieces and the jig saw or scroll saw to cut out the jack o' lantern face. You can refine the face with a rasp and sand paper and then assemble the box with wood glue and a nail gun or brad nails. We will leave an opening in the back to insert a battery-operated candle. Finally you will use an orbital sander to smooth out your entire box Students ages 16+ are welcome to attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. No prior woodworking experience is required but you are welcome to come if you are experienced. All matrials included in the price of the class. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Fall offers many tasty opportunities for the growing forager! Join Maria Wesserle of Four Season Foraging in this introductory class about common wild edibles. We will start inside for a slideshow presentation, then move outdoors to explore wild edible plants of the autumn landscape. Together we will learn about laws and ethics around foraging, as well as identification, harvest, and preparation of edible species. Please dress for the weather (rain or shine!) and be prepared to walk around a mile. Plants we will probably encounter include nettle, cut-leaf coneflower, wild carrot, and many others! You will leave with a newfound appreciation for the wild plants that grow all around us plus a greater sense of confidence in foraging your own food! Students ages 16+ are welcome to attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. We will start inside the Edina Community Center in room 315 for a slideshow presentation, then move outdoors to explore wild edible plants of the early summer landscape. (Make sure to drive or carpool to the Community Center so you have transportation to the park.) Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Aging often involves transitioning to different housing. The process involves coordinating financial and physical health considerations and frequently downsizing a home. We review these aspects so you can plan. Housing discussed- buying & renting-subsidized and elderly waivers, market-rate apartments, 55+, CCRC, independent/assisted living age in place, memory care, cooperatives, condo/townhouses. Explore alternatives to just single-family living. Come with your questions to decide what will work best for you and what are your next steps? _________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Ready to turn your energy into endless fun on the squash court? Squash is the ultimate game where kids smack a bouncy ball against walls, chase it like a wild adventure, and build super skills while laughing with friends. You'll dive into the basics of squash with exciting drills that boost your footwork, shot accuracy, and game rules, all while sharpening your mind like a chess master on the run. Discover how this world's healthiest sport builds stamina, agility, and confidence, turning every hit into cheers and friendly rivalries. Through group clinics and supervised play, you'll make lifelong friends in a tight-knit community that celebrates your unique talents. Plus, embrace the joy of individual success with tailored tips to help you stand out and soar!Instructor Shoby Gul is a world-renowned squash pro with years of experience developing junior squash programs and mentoring squash beginners. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Fall is the time of year everyone is craving comfort food! Impress your family and friends with these time-honored fall Italian culinary classics. From the Lombardy region we'll make "Ravioi de Zucca" - Pumpkin Ravioli. It's a famous dish from Mantua. You haven't had meatloaf till you've tried my Mamma's homemade Italian meatloaf. Made with the freshest ingredients and cooked on the stove. Comfort food from my childhood. Buon appetito! ________________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Back by popular demand, same class as last year. We will learn how to make spaghetti with red wine (al vino rosso) and a fancy pork roast perfect for the holidays! One more chance to enroll! 12 years and older may attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. Over 15 may attend on their own. __________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952