Minnetonka Community Education

Perfect for beginners, you and an adult will learn pickleball basics together. Learn and play as a team and each take home a Skyhawks paddle! Learn core fundamentals and techniques through groundstrokes, volleys and serves. Come away with a love for the game, increased confidence and exposure to critical life skills such as teamwork, sportsmanship and respect. For more information on Skyhawks, please click here!

Designed for beginner to intermediate players, learn the skills you need both on and off the court to be a better athlete. All equipment provided. Each day will start with a “skill of the day” and progress into drills and games. For more information on Skyhawks, please click here!

Practice your basketball skills or scrimmage with friends. Space is limited! Youth must be supervised by an adult. Bring your own ball. Grades K-12. Cost is $5 per child (Adult Free). You may pay ahead of time or pay at the door with cash. Wednesdays: October 22-March 5 Groveland Elementary School 17310 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345 6:00-8:00 pm *No Open Gym: Nov. 26, Dec. 24 & 31

Archery improves concentration, physical fitness and is a lot of fun! Learn technique, rules, scoring, history, etiquette and equipment care. For beginners only. Coached by NASP-certified instructors. All equipment provided. Prerequisite: Intro to Archery (Level 1). Beginner Archery will introduce specialized learning for each archer and they will learn to hit their target. This class will cover safety, rules, techniques and prepare them for the Intermediate Archery Class. 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.

Immerse yourself in the world of hockey! Floor Hockey offers a broad range of skills training and skill-based games. You'll learn to stickhandle, pass, shoot and play defense in a fun and positive environment. Athletes should bring a water bottle. Sticks and pucks are provided.

Grab your stick and get ready to play! Young athletes will learn the basics of hockey including stickhandling, passing, shooting and defense. Athletes should bring a water bottle. Sticks and pucks are provided.

LEAGUE PLAY AND SCHEDULE Competitive league for non-varsity girls who want to play with their friends for fun. Teams practice once each week beginning December 8th. Sunday games are played at MHS beginning January 11th, followed by an end of the season tournament March 7th/8th. All games will have professional referees. All players will receive a reversible jersey. Girls rec teams will compete against Minnetonka, Wayzata, Edina and Eden Prairie rec teams, with all games taking place in Minnetonka. League may be split into multiple divisions pending number of teams. Please click here for more information and FAQs TEAM FORMATION Players form their own teams of 8-10 participants. Teams must have a minimum of 8 players on a team. Players do not need to be from the same grade level. Please indicate your other team members on your registration. Players without a team may register as a free agent and will be placed on a team that does not have a full roster. COACHES All teams require a volunteer coach who can attend all practices and games. If you are interested in coaching, please indicate your desire on your son or daughter’s registration. You will also need to complete a brief volunteer background check online at: http://www.minnetonkaschools.org/district/departme... Team rosters and practice times will be sent out by December 4th. Game schedules will be available by December 20th. There is a maximum of two coaches per team. A coaches meeting will take place on Thursday, December 4th. IMPORTANT DATES Registration Deadline: November 24th ($30 late fee will be assessed after deadlines). Practices Begin: the week of December 8th, at various locations Regular Season Games start January 11th End of the year tournaments: March 8th/9th

Competitive league for non-varsity boys who want to play against rec teams from other schools. REC BASKETBALL SEASON SAFETY PROTOCOLS Thank you for registering in our Tonka Rec Basketball program. We are excited for a great season of learning and fun! LEAGUE PLAY AND SCHEDULE Minnetonka teams will compete against teams from Wayzata, Hopkins and Edina. Teams practice once per week beginning the week of December 8th. Sunday games at surrounding communities begin January 4th, followed by an end of the season tournament the weekend of 3/7-3/8. All games will have two professional referees. Players will receive a reversible jersey. PLEASE NOTE: If players register for both the Intramural Boys League and the Southwest Basketball League, the scheduler cannot guarantee that practices and games will not conflict. SCHEDULE Coaches, players and parents will be emailed their child's game schedule by December 21st. TEAM FORMATION Southwest League rules require that all teams be formed evenly (no stacked teams). Friend requests are honored only if both players have requested each other. Due to the equal teams rule, we may not be able to honor all friend requests. Players who register late will be placed onto a team based on roster openings while maintaining an evenly skilled team. COACHES All teams require a volunteer coach who can attend all practices and games. If you are interested in coaching, please indicate your desire on your son’s registration. You will also need to complete a brief volunteer background check online at: http://www.minnetonkaschools.org/district/departme... There are a maximum of two coaches per team. IMPORTANT DATES Registration Deadline: November 24th ($30 late fee will be assessed after deadline). Practices begin: the week of December 8th, at various locations Regular Season Games start January 5th End of the year tournaments: March 8th/9th

This developmental program introduces young athletes to the sport of basketball. The goal is to build fitness, muscle coordination and basketball fundamentals to create a love of the game. For more information on Skyhawks, please click here!

Explore the exciting world of pickleball, a fusion of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Gain an introductory experience to the game through serving, returning, volleys and overheads. Pickleball paddles, balls and all other equipment are provided. Participants should bring a water bottle, wear athletic clothing, a snack, and a paddle (optional).

Learn proper climbing techniques in a controlled setting that is fun, exciting and safe for all skill levels. Get vertical with climbing games and challenges or push yourself to climb higher! No experience is necessary. Minneapolis Bouldering Project will focus on safety, etiquette and the fundamentals of bouldering. In addition to our focus on fun, all camps promote awareness and understanding of climbing safety. Our instructors are passionate about climbing and are excited to introduce the participants to the world of bouldering while helping them build confidence and learn fundamental climbing techniques. You will leave camp with a new respect for physical strength and mental toughness. Please bring lunch, a water bottle and a couple of snacks. Minneapolis Bouldering Project is located at 1433 West River Rd N, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Participants must provide their own transportation.

Learn new skills, basic techniques and train to compete! Explore all three Fencing Weapons: Epee, Sabre & Foil. Emphasizing blade work, footwork and balance. Open to all levels of experience! All materials are provided for this program. Each practice will begin with a warm up move into drills and finish with open bouting. *Optional competitions may be available at an additional cost to the participant. Competitions are around $50 each and students must compete in 2 competitions to qualify for the State Tournament. Sixth Graders cannot compete in the competitions. Coached by Maria Benford and Minnetonka Sword Play: Trained in Cuba for the Olympic team. Current head coach of Southwest Christian High School, a former head coach at St. Catherine College and St. Mary's High School.

Campers will get to ride a real horse in an arena, meet several different horses at Boulder Pointe and learn how to groom the horses—all with a focus on safety! In addition, students will do an art project and have an opportunity to make horse treats to feed their new friends. Stations are split into 15-minute intervals to keep everyone engaged. Parents have the opportunity to lead their child on the horse and take photographs as they go. PARENT/GUARDIAN: This 2-hour camp is designed for parent/guardian participation. Parent/Guardian is expected to remain with their child during the entire duration of the camp. WEATHER: Camps are held rain or shine, as we have an indoor barn and arena. In the event of inclement weather, please dress accordingly as you will still be outside for a portion of the camp. No umbrellas allowed. FORMS: Release and Liability Form one per person, electronically completed on our website