Into The Woods is a nature-based play experience that encourages curiosity, exploration and resilience. Kids will have the opportunity to build forts, climb trees and create their own play adventures in the sensory-rich great outdoors. Each 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! Registration Deadline Registration closes at 11:55 PM the Thursday before the start date. 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. 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

Build on your ballet foundation! Our classes combine creative exercises with fundamental ballet techniques, helping you develop motor skills, musicality, and a solid understanding of traditional ballet. Whether you’re new to ballet or have previous experience, you’re welcome to join us! 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

Build on your ballet foundation! Our classes combine creative exercises with fundamental ballet techniques, helping you develop motor skills, musicality, and a solid understanding of traditional ballet. Whether you’re new to ballet or have previous experience, you’re welcome to join us!

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.

Join the Edina Chess Team! Over the Board chess team practice for the serious chess players preparing for competition. Participants will expect a 45-60 minute lesson and play. This is not a chess club! This is the Edina Chess Team. Improve your skills to represent your school in chess competitions.Tournament fees are an additional cost, if participants choose to participate in those extra events. Parents will be invited to participate in the “Edina Chess Team Booster Club”. The boosters will be needed to help with transportation and some supervision for tournament play not covered by the registration fee.Please note that Kids Club School Age Care closes at 6pm. Parents and their participants will not be allowed into Normandale until all Kids Club students have left. Highlights:Develop essential chess skills for tournament play.Join us weekly!

Have you ever wanted to plan a super fun party? Whether you want to plan a huge bash, or a little gathering with your besties you will learn how to decorate, make invitations, budget, and more. On our last day we will throw a party and invite some special guests! Registration Deadline Registration closes at 11:55 PM the Thursday before the start date. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952