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3 on 3 Basketball LeagueBasketballForm a team of 4 or 5 friends to compete in 3 on 3 Basketball at Minnetonka High School. Teams will play three 15 minute games within an hour each week. Game nights will be Thursdays evenings and your team will either play from 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00-8:00pm, or 8:00-9:00pm. Game times will vary by week. Referees will be at each game and helping to keep score. Both the Boys and Girls League are for kids going into 7th or 8th Grade. To see our Rules for the 3 on 3 Basketball League CLICK HERE! Players will have to provide their own shirts for their team. Please bring a light colored shirt and a dark colored shirt each week (or a reversible jersey). At the time of registration, students should include their appropriate Team Name as well as the Coach for the Team. One Coach must be on site at all times while their team is playing and must complete a background check and Concussion Training provided by MCE. If you do not have a team but would like to get your child onto a team please contact Joshua Benesh at Joshua.Benesh@minnetonkaschools.org. Teams will receive their schedule by Friday, June 10th.Summer 2022
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Popular3-D Archery & GamesArcheryShoot at 3-D targets and improve your archery skills while participating in Archery games! Archery improves concentration, physical fitness and is a lot of fun! Learn technique, rules, scoring, history, etiquette and equipment care. All equipment provided. This course uses curriculum from the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) in collaboration with the Minnesota DNR. Participants will learn the fundamentals of archery in a safe, disciplined training program with an emphasis on safety.Summer 2022
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3D Engineering: Architectural & Structural DesignSTEMBring your imagination to life. Become a master bricklayer and use our special architectural LEGO® kits to build your creations. Be an architect as you learn the principles of construction and the concept of 3 dimensions and their role in design. Working in teams, construct buildings, structures, towers, castles and more. Learn construction principles and use math skills to experiment with scale and size, staggering vs. stacking bricks and more. We’ll build houses with removable roofs, castles with turrets and towers of strength! It might just be impossible to exhaust the creative potential of LEGO® bricks. With an active imagination as your guide, there are endless possibilities. Students will be working in pairs. Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.Summer 2022
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Waitlist3rd Lair Skate Park - Summer CampsSkateboardingGrab your board and start shredding! Skateboarders of all experience levels can learn new tricks and master riding skills. This program offers experienced instructors and a proven reputation for safety and success. Test your athletic ability, mental focus, creative thinking, and dedication to excel on a skateboard. Participants are grouped in ability levels and age groups to accommodate all ability levels. Small group instruction, relay races, and other games are used to make sure participants are improving and comfortable on their board. If you do not have your own equipment, skateboards, safety equipment, and other supplies are available for no additional cost. All participants must have a signed waiver on file. Please use this link to sign their digital waiver: https://www.smartwaiver.com/w/531f0a89952d5/web/Summer 2022
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5th Grade Orchestra Group LessonsClasses and Performing Groups (Summer)Don't miss the opportunity to touch-up what you learned in 4th grade orchestra! Let's review last year's music and sharpen your skills before school starts.Summer 2022
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6th Grade Band Group LessonsClasses and Performing Groups (Summer)Don't miss the opportunity to touch-up what you learned in 5th grade band before entering middle school! You will also meet other incoming middle school band students in the district in these small group lessons. Please bring your own instrument and your 5th grade band book.Summer 2022
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Acting with Good V.I.B.E.SPerforming ArtsStrengthen your actor's toolbox by honing the artists tools of Voice, Imagination, Body, Exploration and Self Discipline. Team taught by 2 professional actor educators from CLIMB Theatre, participants will build a strong foundation for theatre performance and strengthen social skills through scene work, ensemble building exercises. The final session will culminate in a short final sharing for participating families.Summer 2022
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Adapted FitnessYouth RecreationWaitlistAdapted Fitness is a program that supports students with disabilities ages 15-21 to increase physical fitness, social skills and independence in a strength and conditioning setting. Participants are paired one-on-one with a Volunteer Trainer to set goals and work out together 2 days/week for 5-week program.Summer 2022
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Adapted Sports SamplerYouth RecreationExplore and practice a variety of adapted sports including soccer, floor hockey, bowling, and softball. Led by Certified Adapted Physical Educators, participants of all abilities will have the opportunity to develop their skills and be a part of a team.Summer 2022
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Adult Music Lessons at MCEC (Summer)Private Lessons (Summer)It's never too late to learn to play an instrument! Whether you are a beginner or played years ago, we will work with you to create a customized lesson plan. Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 20, no lesson the week of July 4. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm your lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2021-22 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the Youth Programs office at 952-401-6801. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. MMA Music Lesson Teachers at Minnetonka Community Education Center (MCEC): Carol Appel (piano; online only) Liz Anderson (piano, flute, trumpet)Summer 2022
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Adult Music Lessons at Scenic Heights (summer)Private Lessons (Summer)It's never too late to learn to play an instrument! Whether you are a beginner or played years ago, we will work with you to create a customized lesson plan. Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 20. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2021-22 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the Youth Programs office at 952-401-6801. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. MMA Music Lesson Teachers at Scenic Heights Carol Appel (piano; online only) Cheryl Bann (accordion, saxophone, clarinet, flute, guitar, piano) Jane Aagenes (piano) Martha Lisman (piano, cello, violin, viola) Brittany Moreno (piano)Summer 2022
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Advanced Beginner 1 GymnasticsGymnasticsBuild on advanced skills in four gymnastics events while progressing in tumbling, balance, flexibility and technique. Class focus areas: handstand, bridge, lunge, leap, tuck jump and other age-appropriate skills. Previous gymnastics experience is recommended.Summer 2022
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Advanced Beginner 2 GymnasticsGymnasticsAdvance skills in all four gymnastics events by focusing on technique, form and advanced tumbling skills. Class focus areas: back walkover, round‐off, back‐handspring drills and other age‐appropriate skills. Previous gymnastics experience is recommended.Summer 2022
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WaitlistAdvanced Fish CampFishingExtend your prerequisite "Fish Camp" experience with "Advanced Fish Camp"! Continue the fun; now fishing out of a pontoon boat. You will learn advanced fishing techniques, how to read the fish finder, how to read the GPS, and basic boating rules and etiquette. For more information on your instructor Dan Jasper and Fish Camp, please click here!Summer 2022
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Alone at HomeService & LeadershipGet prepared to stay home alone, safely. You’ll learn first aid, safety procedures and what to do in severe weather. Review phone skills, explore fun snack ideas and learn interactive games and activities.Summer 2022
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Amazing AthletesAmazing Athletes & Amazing TotsLet's get active! Children will experience an educational sports and fitness program that teaches the basic fundamentals and mechanics of nine different ball sports and seven key areas of motor development. In this course we will cover: baseball, volleyball, lacrosse, football, basketball, soccer, golf, hockey and tennis. Build self-confidence, practice teamwork and improve fine and gross motor skills with us! In this non-competitive environment, children increase their cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, hand-eye coordination and reaction time. Parents are not required to stay, but are welcome. For more information about Amazing Athletes of Southwest Metro, please click here.Summer 2022
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Amazing TotsAmazing Athletes & Amazing TotsPhysical activity and learning go hand-in-hand for the littlest of athletes. Each class combines fitness, learning and fun, centered around one of four sports: basketball, football, soccer or baseball. For more information about Amazing Athletes of Southwest Metro, please Click Here!Summer 2022
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Archery Summer CampsArcheryLearn the fundamentals of archery while building your skill and fitness level. This lifetime sport is for everyone, regardless of athletic ability! Taught by experienced instructors. All equipment is provided.Summer 2022
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WaitlistArt AcademyArtDo you love art? Experiment with techniques, materials and styles as you make snow globes, paint on canvas, create clay characters and more. Come ready to have an artsy good time in this highly anticipated camp! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.Summer 2022
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WaitlistArt FavesArtIf you love art, this is the ultimate camp for you! Have a blast creating amazing projects with art materials including watercolors, pastels, clay, canvas and more! You’ll draw, paint, sculpt and collage amazing projects to take home. Animals, landscapes, cupcakes and funny characters are part of this awesome camp. Bring a beverage, nut free snack and recess attire.Summer 2022
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WaitlistArt: Beyond the FrameArtExplore different art mediums that you may not have had the opportunity to work with before. Create sculptures, learn printmaking techniques and explore the world of wax arts like encaustics and batiks. This is a hands-on camp for students that love all forms of creativity.Summer 2022
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At-Home Youth Art KitsArtPick up your own Art Kit to create your own masterpiece! Work at your own pace in the comfort of your home. Designed by Kidcreate Studio for students in grades K-5 At home art kits with online instructional videos are now available from Kidcreate Studio! These art kits are so much fun, it’s like having your very own private art teacher. The kit contains: An easy to follow lesson plan. A link to a correlating online instructional video taught by a Kidcreate Studio art teacher. Art materials needed to create your masterpiece and additional suggestions for online learning that relate to the art lesson. Important Pick Up Information: June Kits will be available for pick-up starting June 2nd at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8am-4:30PM. Registration due: May 31st. July Kits will be available for pick-up starting July 1st at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8am-4:30PM. Registration due: June 28th. August Kits will be available for pick-up starting August 4th at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8am-4:30PM. Registration due: August 2nd. Available Kits: Clay Mosaic Let’s create a mosaic out of air dry clay and beads! Clay by itself makes great art, but adding beads or sequins makes it even better! Air-dry clay will be used to create a fun and funky mosaic. Field of Flowers on Canvas In this guided painting lesson, artists will experiment with color mixing as they paint a beautiful field of flowers on a real canvas board. You’ll want to display this masterpiece for years to come! Slime Time Let’s create one of our favorite messy times- silly putty slime! Roll up your sleeves and let’s get messy!! Clay Coil Bowl Let’s create a clay coil bowl! We will learn a special clay technique to build these unique creations. Clay Slab Unicorn Let your artist go unicorn-crazy! With this kit, students will learn a simple step-by-step process to sculpt a darling unicorn. Add some sequins and a little dazzle, and this project is a dream come true for any unicorn enthusiast. Clay Fairy House If you believe in fairies, clap your hands, and get creative with this whimsical, colorful art kit! The kids will construct a magical place for their fairy friends to live out of Model Magic® clay. Klimt’s The Sunflower Be inspired by art created by Gustav Klimt. We will recreate one of his famous works of art out of clay, paint and beads! Garden Collage Spring is in the air! Your child will follow easy step-by-step instructions as they create a mixed media collage with a garden theme on a real canvas board.Summer 2022
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Babysitter TrainingService & LeadershipLearn leadership, safety, basic care, first aid and rescue skills, to become the best certified babysitter on the block! Must be 11-16 years of age. Please bring a lunch, a snack and a beverage to class. Certification received: American Red Cross Babysitter Training Certificate (does not expire). Students receive a babysitter pack which includes a handbook, CD, activities and first aid kit.Summer 2022
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Ballet/TapTonka Dance AcademyA combination of tap and ballet for young children. Learn ballet and tap techniques while enjoying creativity in dance. The focus is on movement, music and enjoyment. ** Combo classes: Girls attire: Leotard, pink tights, tan taps (no ties) and pink ballet shoes, dance dresses, skirts or bike shorts ok. Boys attire: Black pants/leggings/tights, white t-shirt, tan taps (no ties) and white/nude ballet shoes. Hair pulled back in a ponytail or bun.Summer 2022