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HOPKINS–MINNETONKA

RECREATION
 2020 WINTER–SPRING PROGRAMS

  REGISTRATION BEGINS TUESDAY, DEC. 3 AT 8 A.M.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

                                 General Information.......................................3
G E NE R A L I NF OR M AT I ON

                                 Registration....................................................5
                                 Community Events.........................................6
                                 Preschool Programs......................................10
                                 Youth Programs............................................15
                                 Teen Programs..............................................25
                                 Adult Athletics and Programs......................28
                                 Senior Services.............................................32
                                 Williston Fitness Center................................44
                                 Fitness..........................................................46
                                 Tennis............................................................49
                                 Aquatics........................................................55
                                 Ice Skating....................................................61
                                 Amenities • Facilities • Parks........................67
                                 Facilities and Parks Map...............................70

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Recreation Services Mission Statement

                                                                                                                       G E NE R A L I NF OR M AT I ON
To develop, promote and provide programs and
                                                                Financial Aid: Scholarships
facilities in anticipation of and in response to the            The Richard Wilson Scholarship Fund provides
recreational needs and interests of the community.              financial aid to Hopkins and Minnetonka
                                                                residents participating in joint recreation
 • To accomplish our mission, we have established
                                                                sponsored programs.
   the following goals:
 • To provide quality customer service                          Scholarship Information
 • To hire and maintain a staff that is professional              • Available to Hopkins and Minnetonka residents.
   in their abilities and responsive to the needs of                Proof of residency will be required.
   the public
                                                                  • Financial assistance provided to children ages
 • To be fiscally responsible                                       18 and younger.
 • To strengthen our department’s identity in the                 • Applicants receive $100 per person annually,
   Hopkins-Minnetonka community                                     expiring one year from the date issued.
 • To provide and promote diversified recreational                • Scholarships will be issued within five business
   programs, services and facilities that improve one’s             days of application submission for eligible
   quality of life                                                  applicants.
                                                                  • Scholarships are contingent upon scholarship
                                                                    fund balance.
Weather Hotline
                                                                  • A completed scholarship application and one
Call the weather hotline at 952-939-8355 for                        supporting financial document are required.
information on program or event cancelations.
For information about the status of senior programs,              • Scholarships are not granted for adult sport
call 952-939-8393.                                                  leagues, facility memberships, rentals, private
                                                                    lessons or Kids’ Corner.
                                                                  • Applications will remain confidential.
Inclusion Services                                                • Contact Recreation Services at 952-939-8203
The cities of Hopkins and Minnetonka encourage                      for an application.
individuals with disabilities to register for general
recreation programs. Please call 952-939-8323 at least
two weeks prior to the start of the program if inclusion
services are needed.
Inclusion staff will work with individuals to determine
needs and arrange for the necessary assistance.
Requests received without a two-week notice are
not guaranteed, and a parent or caregiver may be
required to arrange for their own assistance.

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Community Athletic Organizations
                                  Glen Lake Mighty Mites
                                  Ages 5–12                            glmightymites.com

                                  Girls Athletic League (GAL) Softball
                                  Grades K–12                                galsoftball.org

                                  Hopkins Area Little League
                                  Ages 4–12                  hopkinslittleleague.com
G E N E R A L I NF OR M AT I ON

                                  Hopkins Baseball Association
                                  Ages 13–18                   hopkinsbaseball.com

                                  Hopkins Girls Fast Pitch Softball
                                  Ages 5–18                          hopkinsfastpitch.com
                                                                                                     Invest In Our
                                  Hopkins Lacrosse Association
                                  Grades 3–8                                hopkinslax.org
                                                                                                     Youngest Residents
                                                                                                     Studies show that dynamic, well-designed
                                  Hopkins Youth Hockey Association                                   recreation programs – like those offered by
                                  Grades Pre K–12               hopkinshockey.com                    Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services
                                                                                                     – help young people achieve physical,
                                  Lake Minnetonka Figure Skating Club
                                                                                                     emotional and social wellness. Organized
                                  Pre K–12                                        lmfsc.org
                                                                                                     activities like these play a key role in youth
                                  Minnesota Synchronettes (synchronized swimming)                    development. And they’re a whole lot of
                                  Ages 6–19                    mnsynchronettes.org                   fun, too.
                                                                                                     We need your support to ensure that our
                                  Minnetonka Baseball Association
                                                                                                     recreation programs remain inclusive and
                                  Ages 5–18                 minnetonkabaseball.org
                                                                                                     available to all local youth.
                                  Minnetonka Big Willow Youth Baseball
                                  Ages 4–12                  bigwillowbaseball.com

                                  Minnetonka Girls Softball Association
                                  Grade K–12                         tonkasoftball.org
                                                                                                     Please consider donating to the
                                  Minnetonka Lacrosse Association                                    Richard Wilson Recreation Scholarship Fund.
                                  Ages 14–18                                    mtkalax.org          Give online at minnetonkamn.gov/register,
                                                                                                     or call 952-939-8203. Thank you for
                                  Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association
                                                                                                     supporting our youngest residents.
                                  Ages Pre K–12                    tonkahockey.org

                                  Plymouth/Wayzata Youth Baseball Association
                                  Ages 6–18                            pwyba.com                Data Privacy Act/Tennessen Warning

                                  Plymouth/Wayzata Youth Softball Association                   Your name, address, telephone number, and other
                                                                                                identifying information are private and cannot be
                                  Grades K–12                                   pwysa.com
                                                                                                given to the general public. We need this information
                                  Tonka United Soccer                                           to enroll you in the program and to be able to contact
                                  Pre K–12                                 tonkaunited.org      you if necessary. If you do not provide the information,
                                                                                                the participant may not be able to enroll in the
                                                                                                requested program. This information will be provided
                                                                                                to the coaches and members of any team that you
                                                                                                are on and to authorized recreation personnel who
                                                                                                have a need to know. This information about a minor
                                                                                                is available to both parents, unless the minor requests
                                                                                                that it be withheld and provides compelling reasons to
                                                                                                support the request.

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REGISTRATION

                                                                                                                       R E GI STR ATI ON
                                                             Payment
      Winter-Spring 2020                                     Payment must be made at the time of registration by
         Registration                                        cash, check or Visa, MasterCard or Discover card.

                Tuesday, Dec. 3                              Program Withdrawal
                    8 a.m.                                   and Refund Policy
                                                               • Participants wishing to withdraw from a program
                                                                 must do so at least one week prior to the start of
Online                                                           the program or by the stated registration deadline.
Access the online registration system at                       • Refunds are granted when a program is canceled
minnetonkamn.gov/register. Log in with your                      due to low enrollment.
username and password or create an account if you
                                                               • No refund is granted for a single class canceled
don’t already have one. All
                                                                 due to circumstances beyond they city’s control
Williston members have
                                                                 (i.e. power outages, weather, etc.).
an account. Call for your
login information prior to                                     • Partial refunds after the start of the program are
registration day, if needed.                                     only considered if injury or serious illness occurs
                                                                 and must be approved by the program manager.
Create Account
                                                                 A physician’s verification may be required.
 • Go to minnetonkamn.gov/register
                                                               • Refunds can take up to three weeks to process.
 • Select “Create an Account”
 • Enter all required information (all family members,       Photo Policy
   contact information and birthdates must be entered Photographs and video are occasionally taken of
   – make sure birthdate year is correct)              participants while they are in programs, special
                                                       events, city facilities, or enjoying parks. Please be
Phone                                                  aware that these photos may be published by the
Call 952-939-8203 between 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.,            City of Minnetonka.
Monday–Friday.
                                                             Liability Waiver
In Person                                                    In consideration of entry into a program(s), I state
 • Recreation Services, Minnetonka City Hall,                and affirm that participation in the program(s) is
   14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka                        voluntary. I understand that the program(s) are not
                                                             an essential service provided by the city; that certain
 • Senior Services, Minnetonka Community Center*,            risks are inherent and that these risks, anticipated
   14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka                        or unanticipated, may result in injury or damage to
 • Williston Fitness Center*,                                persons and/or property. I hereby assume all risks in
   14509 Minnetonka Dr., Minnetonka                          connection with the program(s); agree to hold the
 • Ice Arena*, 3401 Williston Rd., Minnetonka                city or anyone acting on behalf of the city harmless
                                                             and waive any right to make claims or bring lawsuits
*Senior Services, Williston Center and Ice Arena staff       for any injury or damages related to the alleged
can take in-person registrations for programs specific       negligence of the city. This waiver does not apply to
to their facilities.                                         any injuries or damages that are a result of willful,
                                                             wanton or intentional misconduct by the city or
                                                             anyone acting on behalf of the city.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS
C O MM UNI T Y E V E NTS

                                  Experience a magical morning with holiday music, a continental breakfast, letter writing
                                  to the North Pole and a photo with Santa! Register early for this popular event.

                                                                     Saturday, Dec. 7
                                                                      9:30–11 a.m.
                                                              Minnetonka Community Center
                                                                            Cost: $12
                                                                       Course: 1200101-01
                                                                          Size: Max. 50

                           Family Fun Day
                                                                                                                       at Fire
                                                                                                                      Station 1

                             FREE                                              Meet Minnetonka firefighters, check out fire
                                                                               trucks and take a turn on our 20-foot inflatable
                                                                               slide! To top it all off, we’ll be serving delicious
                                                                               firehouse chili and hot cider. For more
                                                                               information, please call 952-939-8331.

                                                                                 Saturday, Jan. 25
                                                                                  10 a.m.–1 p.m.
                                                                                Minnetonka Fire Station 1
                                                                                14550 Minnetonka Blvd.

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                           t u p t h e N i g ht
                      Ligh

                                                     Ages 5–11

      Dance the night away, enjoy pizza and dessert, and
      capture great memories! Dads, grandads, uncles, or
      any special adult – all are welcome to accompany
      their special girl. Semi-formal attire is recommended.

      Friday, Feb. 7
      6:30–8:30 p.m.
      Minnetonka Community Center
      Cost: $40
      Register for a pair: 2200301-01
      $10 for each additional daughter: 2200302-01

                                                           Join us for an afternoon of FREE family
                                                           fun at the 25th annual Kids’ Fest!
                                                           Activities include dog sled rides, horse-drawn
                                                           trolley rides, face painting, ice-sculptures, crafts,
                                                           s’mores by the fire and much more!
                                                           Registration is not required.

                                                           Sunday, Feb. 9
                                                           11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
                                                           Minnetonka Community Center

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                                                                      Spring will be in the air for our annual egg
                                                                      scavenger hunt, photos with the bunny, dancing,
                                                                      face painting, crafts, treats and games. Bring a
                                                                      basket for egg hunting!

                                                                                  Saturday, April 11
                                                                                    10–11:30 a.m.
                                                                                               Cost: $10
                                                                                         Course: 2200401-01

                                                                              Minnetonka Community Center
                                                                                 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.

                          Free concerts for listeners of all ages • Ensembles for musicians of all levels
                                        Join us as a musician or an audience member!

                                                  www.musicassociation.org
                                                    952-401-5954 • info@musicassociation.org

                                              Music Association of Minnetonka
                                              The Community Destination for All Who Love Music

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WINTER FARMERS MARKET
 Stroll through the                                                 Saturday
 winter market to                                                   Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8
 purchase honey, jams,                                              9 a.m.–1 p.m.
 winter vegetables,                                                 Minnetonka Community Center
 free-range meats,                                                  14600 Minnetonka Blvd.
 sweet treats, gifts and
 more. It’s a great stop             For more information, or to become a vendor,
 before the holidays!                visit minnetonkamn.gov/farmersmarket or call 952-939-8301.

homeremodelingfair.com
Explore more than 75 contractor
exhibits, seminars and an
“Ask the Pro” booth.

Sunday, Feb. 9
10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Eisenhower Community Center
1001 Highway 7, Hopkins

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
P R E S C H OOL P R OGR AM S

                               Arts and Crafts

                                      Music Together
                                      Birth – 5yrs, with adult
                               Sing, dance, play, learn! Award-winning music and
                               movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers
                               and the grownups who love them. Learn how to
                               interact musically with your child and support their
                               overall development cognitively, socially, emotionally,
                               physically and verbally. Classes are mixed-age so
                               siblings can attend together. Receive a CD, a music
                               app, an illustrated songbook and parent education
                               materials.
                               Infants under eight months attend free with a
                               paid sibling.
                                                                                            Program Demo Classes
                                                                                            These classes are for parents or caregivers who are
                                                                                            considering registering but would like to first try a
                                                                                            class with their child. Registration is required. Families
                                                                                            are allowed to try one demo class.

                                                                                            Day   Date               Time               Cost      Course
                                                                                            F     Dec. 13            9:30–10:15 a.m.    Free   2040301-01
                                                                                            F     Jan. 3             10:30–11:15 a.m.   Free   2040301-02
                                                                                            F     March 20           9:30–10:15 a.m.    Free   2040301-03
                                                                                            F     March 27           10:30–11:15 a.m.   Free   2040301-04

                                                                                            Winter Full Session Classes
                                                                                            Day   Date               Time               Cost      Course
                                                                                            F     Jan. 10–March 13   9:30–10:15 a.m.    $189* 2040301-05
                                                                                            F     Jan. 10–March 13   10:30–11:15 a.m.   $189* 2040301-06

                                                                                            Spring Full Session Classes
                                                                                            Day   Date               Time               Cost      Course
                                                                                            F     April 3–June 5     9:30–10:15 a.m.    $189* 2040301-07
                                                                                            F     April 3–June 5     10:30–11:15 a.m.   $189* 2040301-08
                                                                                            Infants under 8 months are free with a paid sibling.
                                                                                            *$104 for each additional sibling. Both must register.
                                                                                            Location: Harley Hopkins Family Center, Room 136

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P R E SC H OOL P R OGR AM S
Snapology: Shapes, Colors                                             Science Explorers:
and Counting                                                          Mixture Madness
Ages 3–5                                                              Ages 3.5–6
                        Concept and reasoning                                              Pour, mix, measure and stir! Join us
                        development begins early and is                                    for an exciting morning as we
                        a key component for preschool                                      formulate mixtures and experiment
and kindergarten readiness. This class will help your                                      with slime and magic crystals. Be sure
little one identify basic shapes, where those shapes                                       to dress to get messy.
appear in their environment, and to recognize colors
                                                                      Day    Date                Time                Cost        Course
and numbers in a variety of ways.
                                                                      W      Feb. 19             10–11:30 a.m.       $18      2040506-01
Day    Date                Time                Cost         Course
                                                                      Location: Williston Fitness Center, Kid’s Corner Room
W      Jan. 15–Feb. 5      1–2 p.m.            $49       2041104-01
Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
                                                                      Science Explorers: Fun on the Farm
                                                                      Ages 3.5–6
Snapology: Animal Explorers
                                                                                           We’ll learn about life on the family
Ages 3–5
                                                                                           farm, through experiments, art
                      Children learn where animals live                                    projects and more.
                      and why their habitats are
                      important for survival. Through
stories, games and DUPLO® blocks, participants
explore biomes while gaining critical social and                      Day    Date                Time                Cost        Course
developmental skills.
                                                                      W      March 18            10–11:30 a.m.       $18      2040505-01
Day    Date                Time                Cost         Course
                                                                      Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
Th     April 9–30          10–11 a.m.          $49       2041105-01
Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
                                                                      Science Explorers:
                                                                      Wonders of Nature
Science Explorers:                                                    Ages 3.5–6
Musical Science                                                                            In this hands-on class, discover the
Ages 3.5–6                                                                                 fascinating ways nature takes care of
                          Learn how sound travels                                          its animals. Discover how animals use
                          while exploring octaves.                                         mimicry, camouflage, movement and
                          Plus, make your own simple                                      even sleep in order to survive.
                           musical instrument!
Day    Date                Time                Cost         Course    Day    Date                Time                Cost        Course
W      Jan. 22             10–11:30 a.m.       $18       2040504-01   W      May 6               10–11:30 a.m.       $18      2040507-01
Location: Williston Fitness Center – Kid’s Corner Room                Location: Glen Lake Activity Center

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Hop-Kids Programs
P R E S C H OOL P R OGR AM S

                                                                                                A joint partnership of Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation
                                                                                                Services and Hopkins Public Schools
                                                                                                                   Hop-Kids was created for
                                                                                                                   preschool-age children to provide
                                                                                                                   opportunities for playing and
                                                                                                                   learning that are fun, nurturing and
                                                                                                                   safe. We believe children learn best
                                                                                                                   through meaningful, interactive
                                                                                                play. Our classes offer an introduction to a variety of
                                                                                                sport fundamentals, play adventures and STEM
                                                                                                (science, technology, engineering, math) skills taught
                                                                                                by passionate instructors who encourage curiosity,
                               Kidcreate Studio:                                                discovery and problem-solving in a stimulating,
                               PAW Patrol Art Class                                             structured and fun environment.
                               Ages 18 months-6yrs, with adult
                                                We’ll explore different techniques,
                                                styles and materials to create art              Hop-Kids Amazing Athletes –
                                                inspired by all our favorite rescue             Keeping Kids Active
                                                pups: Marshall, Chase, Zuma, Skye               Ages 2.75–5
                               and more! Children must be accompanied by a
                               caregiver.                                                       Learn the fundamentals of nine different sports and
                                                                                                seven areas of motor development. This course covers
                               Day    Date                Time              Cost      Course    baseball, basketball, football, golf, hockey, lacrosse,
                               M      March 2–23          9:30-10:30 a.m.   $54    2040202-01   volleyball and tennis. Build self-confidence, practice
                               Location: Glen Lake Activity Center                              teamwork and improve motor skills!
                                                                                                Day   Date               Time               Cost      Course

                               Kidcreate Studio:                                                M     Jan. 6–Feb. 3      6–6:35 p.m.        $59    2222101-01

                               Play Date with Mom                                               M     Jan. 6–Feb. 3      6:45–7:20 p.m.     $59    2222101-02

                               Ages 18 months–6yrs, with adult                                  M     April 6–May 4      6–6:35 p.m.        $59    2222101-03

                                               In honor of Mother’s Day, spend                  M     April 6–May 4      6:45–7:20 p.m.     $59    2222101-04
                                               some creative time with your child.              Location: Ubah Medical Academy Gym, 1600 Mainstreet, Hopkins
                                               You’ll both create a beautiful                   Size: Max. 6
                                               keepsake: a handprint flower
                               bouquet on canvas board. Children must be
                               accompanied by a caregiver.                                      Hop-Kids Hip Hop Hooray!
                               Day    Date                Time              Cost      Course    Ages 4–6

                               Sa     May 2               9:30–10:30 a.m.   $19    2040201-01   This high-energy class gets kids up and moving!
                                                                                                Dancers learn the basics of hip-hop dance,
                               Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room     choreography and tricks. Hip Hop Hooray! focuses on
                                                                                                learning through exercise and games, as well as self-
                                                                                                expression through movement.
                                                                                                Day   Date               Time               Cost      Course
                                                                                                Tu    Jan. 7–Feb. 11     5:30–6:15 p.m.     $59    2221501-01
                                                                                                Location: Eisenhower Community Center, Theater
                                                                                                Size: Max. 10

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P R E SC H OOL P R OGR AM S
Wish Upon a Ballet                                                Hop-Kids Golf
Ages 3–8                                                          Ages 4–6
This dance program incorporates popular children’s                TGA Premier Junior Golf offers children the
stories as well as ballet stories. Enjoy a complete fairy         opportunity to learn golf with full-swing, chipping and
tale experience as dancers skip, leap, jump and spin.             putting instruction. Students also learn rules, etiquette
Children learn an appreciation for dance and music                and the history of golf.
while developing strength and flexibility.                        Day    Date                Time              Cost      Course
Session 1: Snow Queen                                             Th     Jan. 9–Feb. 20*     6–6:50 p.m.       $64    2221101-01
Ages 3–5                                                          Th     April 9–May 21**    6–6:50 p.m.       $64    2221101-02
Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course    *No program Feb 13.
W     Jan. 8–Feb. 19      11–11:45 a.m.       $63    2040401-03   **No program May 7.
                                                                  Location: Ubah Medical Academy Gym, 1600 Mainstreet, Hopkins
Ages 3–4                                                          Size: Max. 7
Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course
Sa    Jan. 11–Feb. 15     1:15–2 p.m.         $54    2040401-04   Hop-Kids Jr. Hurricanes Wrestling
Ages 5–8                                                          Ages 4–7

Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course    Practice tumbling skills, basic wrestling moves and
                                                                  play wrestling games, all in a welcoming and fun
Sa    Jan. 11–Feb. 15     2–2:45 p.m.         $54    2040401-05   environment. This introductory class will get wrestlers
                                                                  moving and active. T-shirt included in registration fee.
Session 2: Four Seasons                                           Day    Date                Time              Cost      Course
Ages 3–5                                                          Su     Jan. 12–Feb. 23     2–3 p.m.          $29    2222401-01
Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course    Location: Lindbergh Center, Wrestling Room
                                                                  Size: Max. 20
W     Feb. 26–April 15*   11–11:45 a.m.       $63    2040401-06
*No class April 1.
                                                                          Hop-Kids Parent-Child
Ages 3–4
                                                                          Yoga & Art Class
Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course
                                                                  Ages 3–6
Sa    Feb. 22–March 28    1:15–2 p.m.         $54    2040401-07
                                                                                   This yoga & art class, led by
Ages 5–8                                                                           Minnesota Kid’s Yoga Co., is
                                                                                   designed to teach children basic
Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course                     yoga poses in fun and engaging
Sa    Feb. 22–March 28    2–2:45 p.m.         $54    2040401-08   ways. Children explore various postures through
                                                                  games, songs and books. Each class also incorporates
                                                                  a thematic art project and mindfulness concept.
Session 3: Circus Polka
                                                                  Parents are encouraged to participate in the poses as
Ages 3–5                                                          well! Many of the poses require a “partner” to
Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course    complete, which adds to the fun! Enjoy six weeks of
                                                                  yoga with your child alongside 200-Hour Certified
W     April 22–May 27     11–11:45 a.m.       $54    2040401-09
                                                                  Yoga Instructors who are well educated on how to
                                                                  make yoga relatable for children!
Ages 3–4
                                                                  Day    Date                Time              Cost      Course
Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course
                                                                  Tu     Jan. 14–Feb. 18     9–9:45 a.m.       $46    2041301-01
Sa    April 11–May 16     1:15–2 p.m.         $54    2040401-10
                                                                  Tu     Jan. 14–Feb. 18     10–10:45 a.m.     $46    2041301-02
Ages 5–8                                                          Th     March 5–April 16* 5:15–6 p.m.         $46    2041301-03
Day   Date                Time                Cost      Course    *No program April 2.
Sa    April 11–May 16     2–2:45 p.m.         $54    2040401-11   Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
Location: Hopkins Center for the Arts, Room 218                   Size: Max. 10
Size: Max. 8

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P R E S C H OOL P R OGR AM S
                               Hop-Kids HappyFeet Soccer                                            Hop-Kids RevSports
                               Ages 2–7                                                             Instructional Programs
                               HappyFeet Soccer is a whole-child soccer                             RevSports instructional programs focus on individual
                               development program for children ages 2-7. Using                     player development and helping each player become
                               play-to-learn concepts, our curriculum is designed                   more confident with the necessary skills of the game.
                               to teach dribbling skills through imaginative play                   Class starts with an active, skill-based warm-up,
                               and age-appropriate skill building games, all while                  transitions into a fun, more challenging game, and
                               fostering each child’s cognition and socio-emotional                 ends with an age-appropriate small-sided scrimmage.
                               development.                                                         All ability levels are welcome. These are parent-child
                               HappyFeet Academy offers both skill sessions and                     classes. No equipment necessary.
                               scrimmages to ensure every child knows how to apply
                               skills in a game setting. All participants receive a jersey          RevSports: T-Ball/
                               and award as part of the registration fee.                           Coach-Pitch Baseball
                               Age 2–3                                                              Weekly topics include catching, throwing, base
                               Day    Date                Time                  Cost      Course    running, batting and more. This class requires parent
                                                                                                    participation.
                               Tu     Jan. 21–March 10    6–6 :30 p.m.          $79    2220401-01
                                                                                                    Ages 2–3 (T-Ball)
                               Ages 4–5                                                             Day    Date                Time                 Cost         Course
                               Day    Date                Time                  Cost      Course    Th     April 16–May 14     5:30–6 p.m.          $55       2222701-04
                               Tu     Jan. 21–March 10    6:30–7 p.m.           $79    2220401-02
                                                                                                    Ages 3–5 (T-Ball)
                               Ages 6-7                                                             Day    Date                Time                 Cost         Course
                               Day    Date                Time                  Cost      Course    Th     April 16–May 14     6–6:45 p.m.          $55       2222701-05
                               Tu     Jan. 21–March 10    7–7:45 p.m.           $79    2220401-03
                                                                                                    Ages 4–6 (Coach-Pitch Baseball)
                               Location: Ubah Medical Academy, Gym
                                                                                                    Day    Date                Time                 Cost         Course
                               Age 2–3                                                              Th     April 16–May 14     6:45–7:30 p.m.       $55       2222701-06
                               Day    Date                Time                  Cost      Course    Location: Alice Smith Elementary Field
                               Tu     April 14–June 2     5:30–6 p.m.           $79    2220401-04   Size: Max. 8

                               Ages 4–5
                               Day    Date                Time                  Cost      Course
                                                                                                    RevSports: Basketball Skills
                                                                                                    Ages 4-6
                               Tu     April 14–June 2     6–6:30 p.m.           $79    2220401-05
                                                                                                    Classes start with a warm-up and transition into a
                               Ages 6–7                                                             fun skills challenge before culminating in an age-
                                                                                                    appropriate, small-sided scrimmage. All ability levels
                               Day    Date                Time                  Cost      Course
                                                                                                    are welcome, and eight-foot hoops are used. Parents
                               Tu     April 14–June 2     6:30–7:15 p.m.        $79    2220401-06   may need to participate with their child and are asked
                               Location: Alice Smith Elementary, Soccer Field                       to stay onsite for support.
                               Size: Max. 12                                                        Day    Date                Time                 Cost         Course
                                                                                                    Sa     Jan. 11–Feb. 8      9–9:45 a.m.          $55       2222601-02
                                                                                                    Location: West Junior High, Activity Structure Court #1
                                                                                                    Size: Max. 8

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                                                                                                                                Y O UTH P R OGR AM S
Arts, Crafts and                                               Kidcreate Studio: Slime-Tastic Art
Technology                                                     Ages 5–12
                                                                                     In this camp, slime is the main event.
                                                                                     We’ll explore different slime recipes
                                                                                     to create tons of gooey, sparkly,
        Yoga & Art Class                                                             stretchy, messy goo. We’ll even
                                                               throw in a little painting and sculpting on the side!
                 Led by Minnesota Kid’s Yoga Co., this
                                                               Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.
                 yoga & art class is designed to teach
                 children basic and even more                  Day    Date                Time           Cost          Course
                 advanced yoga poses in creative               M, Tu March 30–31          1–4 p.m.       $66    2040208-01
ways. Children will explore various postures through
games and books. The Thursday class will also                  Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
incorporate a thematic art project and mindfulness             Size: Max. 20
concept. Kids will enjoy six weeks of yoga alongside
200-Hour Certified Yoga Instructors who are well
educated on how to make yoga relatable for children!
                                                               Kidcreate Studio: Hatchimals
                                                               Ages 4–9
Ages 7–11
                                                                                   We’ll sculpt and splatter our own
Day    Date                Time            Cost      Course
                                                                                   Hatchimal eggs and even create a
Sa     Jan. 18–Feb. 22     1–2 p.m.        $47    2041302-01                       tiny fuzzy Hatchimal to go inside.
Location: Minnetonka Community Center                                              Your young artist will love using
                                                               their imagination to hatch up the cutest Hatchimal
Day    Date                Time            Cost      Course    sculptures ever! Please pack a nut-free snack and
Th     March 5–April 16* 6:15–7:45 p.m.    $67    2041302-02   drink for your child.
*No program April 2.                                           Day    Date                Time           Cost          Course
Location: Glen Lake Activity Center                            Th     April 2             9 a.m.–noon    $34    2040205-01
Size: Max. 20                                                  Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
                                                               Size: Max. 15
Kidcreate Studio: Squishies!
Ages 4–9                                                       Kidcreate Studio: Parent/Child Date
                    Do you love Squishies? So do we!           Night-Mother’s Day Craft
                    In this class, we’ll use air-dry clay,     Ages 5-12
                    Model Magic®, and paint to create
                    a “squishy” themed sculpture that’s                           Mother’s Day is just around the
totally adorable. Please pack a nut free snack and                                corner, and what better way to
drink for your child.                                                             celebrate than creating art with
                                                                                  your child? You’ll follow easy
Day    Date                Time            Cost      Course    step-by-step instructions to create garden-themed
M      Jan. 20             9 a.m.–noon     $34    2040210-01   matching collages on a canvas board.
Location: Glen Lake Activity Center                            Day    Date                Time           Cost          Course
Size: Max. 15                                                  Th     May 7               6:30–8 p.m.    $39    2040212-01
                                                               Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room
                                                               Size: Max. 10 Pairs

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                               STEM Builders                                           Artistic Moments
                                         STEM Builders provides a unique                                     Kris Holtmeyer owns and
                                         combination of STEM, robotics, math                                 operates Artistic Moments, a
                                         and fun while focusing on important                                 Minneapolis-based fine arts
                                         life skills such as logical thinking,                               instructional business that has
                                         critical thinking, problem solving,           been inspiring all ages and abilities for over 20 years.
                       collaboration and teamwork. Classes are designed so             Kris personally teaches all Artistic Moments classes
                       that no student is left behind and everyone has fun             and uses encouraging methods that enable artists to
                       learning new concepts. Each student gets an                     feel confident and successful in a noncompetitive
                       opportunity to work on designing, programming,                  environment.
                       documenting and practicing science and math.
                                                                                       Artistic Moments:
                       STEM Builders:                                                  Ceramics Create-A-Plate
                       Creative Web Design                                             Ages 8–14
                       Ages 10–15                                                      Mix and apply colorful acrylic paints with a variety of
                       This weekly class teaches students to design and style          brushes to create a one-of-a-kind work of art!
                       web pages and even develop their own website using              Day   Date              Time              Cost       Course
                       HTML and CSS.                                                   M     Feb. 10           5:30–7 p.m.       $26    2041001-01
                       Day   Date               Time                 Cost     Course   Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room
                       M     Feb. 3–April 27*   6–7:30 p.m.          $280 2162202-01
                       *No class March 30.                                             Artistic Moments: Candy Art
                       Location: STEM Builders Learning Center                        Ages 7–12
                                  15600 35th Ave. N #201, Plymouth
                       Size: Max. 10                                                   In this edible art class, we’ll use a variety of supplies to
                                                                                       create delicious works of art! Learn how to pour candy
                                                                                       coating into festive molds. Have fun dipping, swirling
                       STEM Builders: Artificial                                       and sculpting tasty treats. Make a wide array of festive
                       Intelligence Robot                                              candy to take home and share with your family or
                                                                                       friends!
                       Ages 10–15
                                                                                       Day   Date              Time              Cost       Course
                       This weekly class teaches students about voice
                       recognition devices and artificial intelligence.                Sa    March 14          9:30–11 a.m.      $26    2041002-01
                       Participants assemble and build their own voice                 Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room
                       recognition device to take home and learn how to
                       program it using Python.
                       Day   Date               Time                 Cost     Course
                                                                                       Artistic Moments: Copper Art -
                       F     March 6–April 24* 6–7:30 p.m.           $255 2162201-01
                                                                                       Metalsmithing
                                                                                       Ages 10–15
                       *No class March 27.
                                                                                       This unique course explores working with copper
                       Location: STEM Builders Learning Center                        to create detailed and decorative compositions.
                                  15600 35th Ave. N #201, Plymouth                     Projects will be framed and your work of art will be
                       Size: Max. 10                                                   ready to display!
                                                                                       Day   Date              Time              Cost       Course
                                                                                       Sa    April 18          9:30–11 a.m.      $26    2041003-01
                                                                                       Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room

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Snapology: Amazing                                             Snapology: Animation Studio
Animal Robotics                                                Ages 8–14
Ages 7–12                                                                             Who doesn’t love an action-
                       Participants work in teams to                                  packed animation movie that
                       create a zoo of interactive and                                brings our favorite toys to life?
                       mechanical animals. Your child          Participants work in teams to learn the fundamentals
will explore different mechanisms such as tilt and             of stop motion animation and develop their own
motion sensors, motors and coding software to help             animated movie starring some of their favorite LEGO®
them bring their creation to life, all while having fun        mini-figures. They will go through the entire movie
learning important social and technical skills.                making process with their filming partner, from plot
                                                               development and set design to detailed visual and
Day    Date                Time           Cost       Course    audio editing. The best part, their movie can be
M      Feb. 17             9 a.m.–noon    $39    2041101-01    uploaded to Snapology’s YouTube channel to share
                                                               with friends and family!
Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
Size: Max. 16                                                  Day    Date                Time             Cost        Course
                                                               M, Tu March 30-31          9 a.m.–noon      $69    2041103-01
Snapology: Kids Just Want                                      Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
to Have Fun!                                                   Size: Max. 16

Ages 5–12
                       Make some new friends at
                                                               Science Explorers:
                       Snapology as we play games,             Techno Tinkering
                       build clubhouses, create robotic        Grades 2–6
animals and more in this awesome program! STEM
concepts like engineering, science and technology                              Do you find yourself tinkering with
will be front and center, along with narrative play,                           batteries, motors and moving
creative activities and even some crafting.                                    objects? Then put your building skills
                                                                               to the test as a techno engineer!
Day    Date                Time           Cost       Course                    Learn about electrical circuits, on/off
Sa     Feb. 29             9 a.m.–noon    $39    2041102-01                    switches and more. Then, using your
                                                               own tinkering kit – which includes a motor, batteries,
Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room
                                                               wires and other simple supplies – build a moving
Size: Max. 16
                                                               techno-creature to take home!
                                                               Day    Date                Time             Cost        Course
                                                               W      April 1             9:30 a.m.–noon   $30    2040503-01
                                                               Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
                                                               Size: Max. 16

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                       General Programs

                            Pine Tar Academy Baseball
                            and Softball Clinics
                            Ages 7–13
                            These four-week hitting, fielding and pitching/throwing
                            clinics are designed to improve skills and build confidence.
                            Pitching/throwing and fielding clinics have a limit of 12
                            students; hitting clinics have a limit of 10 students, providing
                            players the individual attention required for improvement.
                            Clinics are 50 minutes long with an additional 10 minutes
                            of open batting cage time. Call 612-251-7228 or visit
                            pinetaracademy.com for more information.

                       Hitting Clinics                                                 Pitching/Throwing Clinics
                       Ages 7–8                                                        Ages 7–8
                       Day     Date               Time             Cost      Course    Day     Date               Time           Cost       Course
                       Sa      Jan. 11–Feb. 1     9–10 a.m.        $119 2150201-04     M       Jan. 6–27          6–7 p.m.       $119 2150203-01
                       M       Jan. 6–27          6–7 p.m.         $119 2150201-01     M       Feb. 3 –24         6–7 p.m.       $119 2150203-04
                       M       Feb. 3–24          6–7 p.m.         $119 2150201-07
                                                                                       Ages 9–10
                       Sa      Feb. 8–29          9–10 a.m.        $119 2150201-10
                                                                                       M       Jan. 6–27          7–8 p.m.       $119 2150203-02
                       Ages 9–10                                                       M       Feb. 3–24          7–8 p.m.       $119 2150203-05
                       Day     Date               Time             Cost      Course
                                                                                       Ages 11–13
                       Sa      Jan. 11–Feb. 1     10–11 a.m.       $119 2150201-05
                                                                                       M       Jan. 6–27          8–9 p.m.       $119 2150203-03
                       M       Jan. 6–27          7–8 p.m.         $119 2150201-02
                                                                                       M       Feb. 3–24          8–9 p.m.       $119 2150203-06
                       M       Feb. 3–24          7–8 p.m.         $119 2150201-08
                                                                                       Location: Williston Fitness Center
                       Sa      Feb. 8–29          10–11 a.m.       $119 2150201-11     Size: Max. 12

                       Ages 11–13
                                                                                       Field Clinics
                       Sa      Jan. 11-Feb. 1     11 a.m.-noon     $119 2150201-06
                                                                                       Ages 7-8
                       M       Jan. 6-27          8-9 p.m.         $119 2150201-03
                                                                                       Day     Date               Time           Cost       Course
                       M       Feb. 3-24          8-9 p.m.         $119 2150201-09
                                                                                       W       Feb. 5-26          6-7 p.m.       $119 2150202-01
                       Sa      Feb. 8-29          11 a.m.-noon     $119 2150201-12
                                                                                       Ages 9–10
                       Location: Williston Fitness Center
                       Size: Max. 10                                                   Day     Date               Time           Cost       Course
                                                                                       W       Feb. 5–26          7-8 p.m.       $119 2150202-02

                                                                                       Ages 11–13
                                                                                       Day     Date               Time           Cost       Course
                                                                                       W       Feb. 5–26          8-9 p.m.       $119 2150202-03
                                                                                       Location: Hopkins West Jr. High, Activity Structure 1
                                                                                       Size: Max. 12
                                                                                       If fewer than three players are registered for a session,
                                                                                       age groups may be combined or a session shortened
                                                                                       to 30 minutes.
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Blizzard Ski and                                              Teen Sampler Program
Snowboard Instruction                                         Grades 7–12
                                                              Have you always wanted to learn how to ski or
Grades K–12                                                   snowboard but don’t want to commit to an entire
Experience the ultimate in skiing, snowboarding and           season of instruction? This program is for you! Four-
racing instruction! At seven different metro ski and          and-a-half hours of instruction each trip.
snowboard areas, our top quality adult staff improves         Saturdays, Nov. 30; Dec. 7–21                           $199
your skiing or boarding on groomed runs and terrain
parks. You provide your own food and gear (season-
long rentals are available), we provide the rest!             Team Blizzard: Skiers or
All sessions run approximately 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
                                                              Snowboarders
Dates: Saturdays, November–February (12 weeks) or
                                                              Grades 5–12
Sundays, January–February (8 weeks)
                                                              Intermediate to expert skiers stir up some friendly
                                                              competition as they learn strategies and tactics for
Mites                                                         racing. A great way for high school racers to get an
                                                              edge on the competition and for recreational racers to
Grades K–1 (age 6 by Dec. 1) (Ski Only)
                                                              improve and have fun!
Make new friends with your two instructors and a
                                                              Saturdays, N
                                                                          ov. 30; Dec. 7–21; Jan. 4–25;
small group of six participants.
                                                                         Feb. 1–22                                    $549
Saturdays, Jan. 4–25; Feb. 1–22                     $449
                                                              Sundays, Jan. 5–26; Feb. 2–23                           $449
Sundays, Jan. 5–26; Feb. 2–23                       $449

                                                              Apprentice Program
SuperMites                                                    Grades 8–12
Grades 2–3
                                                              Have a passion for skiing or boarding? Ever thought
Make new friends with your two instructors and small          about teaching what you love? Then this is the
group of eight participants. Learn more skills to             program for you. Blizzard provides you with the tools
conquer the hill!                                             to be a successful instructor upon completion of
Saturdays, Dec. 7–21; Jan. 4–25; Feb. 1–22          $499      the program.
Sundays, Jan. 5–26; Feb. 2–23                       $449      Saturdays & Sundays                                     $549

                                                              *Weekly Trip Fees
SuperKyds                                                     Participants are contacted prior to the trip each
                                                              week to confirm reservation. Using the flexible pay-
Grades 4–5
                                                              as-you-go trip fee structure, you pay a weekly trip
Participants spend all day with friends and the same          fee of approximately $67 to cover round-trip bus
core group of instructors, developing skills and              transportation and lift ticket. The $67/day cost is on
mastering bumps, jumps and carving turns.                     top of the course fee. If you cannot attend, you do not
Saturdays, Dec. 7–21; Jan. 4–25; Feb. 1–22          $499      pay the $67 fee.
Sundays, Jan. 5–26; Feb. 2–23                       $449      Bus pick-up locations:
                                                                • Ridgedale Shopping Center: Southeast lot by
                                                                  Sears Automotive
Classic                                                         • 7-Hi Shopping Center: Highway 7 & 101
Grades 5–12                                                       intersection, parking lot near Wendy’s
Explore cool trails and terrain parks with experienced          • Mound/Spring Park: Papa Murphy’s
instructors during four-and-a-half hours of instruction
with plenty of time to free ski or ride!                      Register
Saturdays, Nov. 30; Dec. 7–21; Jan. 4–25;                    Visit blizzardmn.com or call 763-559-3343 to register
            Feb. 1–22                               $399      and mention “Hopkins-Minnetonka 19.”
Sundays, Jan. 5–26; Feb. 2–23                       $299

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                       Hopkins Hurricanes                                               Conquer Ninja Rec Team
                       Youth Wrestling                                                  Ages 6-11
                       Learn the fundamentals and skills of wrestling from                                          Ninja Obstacle Training is a
                       championship caliber coaches. Class is set up                                                fun, unique way to develop
                       for beginner or experienced wrestlers, and you’ll                                            confidence, strength,
                       compete against participants your own size/age. Build            endurance, balance and friendships. Participants
                       physical strength, coordination, self-confidence and             practice on obstacles inspired by the TV show such as
                       more! Participating wrestlers will have the opportunity          warped walls, salmon ladders, tilting ladders and
                       to compete in wrestling tournaments if they wish.                more! This program consists of six practices and two
                       T-shirt included with registration fee.                          competitions. All experience levels welcome.
                       Beginner                                                         Day    Date                Time                 Cost         Course
                       Grades 2 & Up                                                    F      Jan. 10–Feb. 28     5–6 p.m.             $175 2162702-01
                       Day    Date                Time              Cost      Course    Location: C onquer Ninja - 7000 Washington Ave S
                       Tu, Th Jan. 7–Feb. 20*     6–7 p.m.          $55    2161203-01             Eden Prairie, MN 55344

                       *No class Nov. 28.
                                                                                        Hop-Kids RevSports Instructional
                       Advanced (3 years of experience or coach’s
                       recommendation required)
                                                                                        Programs
                                                                                        RevSports instructional programs focus on individual
                       Grades 2 & Up
                                                                                        player development and helping each player become
                       Day    Date                Time              Cost      Course    more confident with the necessary skills of the game.
                       Tu, Th Jan. 7–Feb. 20      7–8 p.m.          $55    2161203-02   Class starts with an active, skill-based warm-up,
                                                                                        transitions into a fun, more challenging game, and
                       Freestyle/Greco (must have completed                             ends with an age-appropriate small-sided scrimmage.
                       a previous session)                                              All ability levels are welcome. Parents may participate
                       Grades 1–4                                                       with their child. No equipment necessary.

                       Day    Date                Time              Cost      Course
                                                                                        RevSports Basketball Skills
                       Tu, Th March 17–April 30* 6–7 p.m.           $49    2161203-03
                                                                                        Classes start with a warm-up and transition into a
                       Grades 5–12                                                      fun skills challenge before culminating in an age-
                                                                                        appropriate, small-sided scrimmage. All ability levels
                       Day       Date      Time     Cost     Course                     are welcome, and eight-foot hoops are used. Parents
                       Tu, Th March 17–April 30* 7–8 p.m.           $49    2161203-04   may need to participate with their child and are asked
                                                                                        to stay onsite for support.
                       *No class March 31 & April 2.
                                                                                        Ages 4–6
                       Location: Lindbergh Center, Wrestling Room
                       Size: Max. 20                                                    Day    Date                Time                 Cost         Course
                                                                                        Sa     Jan. 11–Feb. 8      9–9:45 a.m.          $55       2222601-02
                                                                                        Size: Max. 8
                                                                                        Ages 5–7
                                                                                        Day    Date                Time                 Cost         Course
                                                                                        Sa     Jan. 11–Feb. 8      9:45–10:30 a.m.      $55       2222601-01
                                                                                        Location: West Junior High Activity Structure, Court #1
                                                                                        Size: Max. 16

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        Work Of Art:                                              Skateboarding Camp
        Kickboxing & Fitness                                      Ages 6-16
             Participants learn how to defend themselves          The 3rd Lair camp program has been a part of
             by using proven techniques from                      Minnesota action sports development for 19
             experienced instructors, all while building          years. Experienced, well-trained instructors coach
             strength, endurance, confidence and having           participants at each participant’s ability level, and all
             a ton of fun.                                        skill levels are welcome. Groups are comprised of six
Parent-Child Self-Defense                                         to eight participants. Equipment (helmet, board and
                                                                  pads) is free to use. Visit 3rdlair.com to fill out the
Ages 5–10                                                         required waiver before the start of camp.
Day   Date               Time                Cost       Course    Spring Break Session
Sa    Jan. 18–Feb. 8     11–11:45 a.m.       $69* 2040801-01      Day    Date                Time                Cost        Course
Sa    Jan. 18–Feb. 8     Noon–12:45 p.m.     $69* 2040801-02      M–F    March 30–April 3    9 a.m.–noon         $200 2150501-01
Sa    March 7–28         11–11:45 a.m.       $69* 2040801-03
                                                                  Daily Camps
Sa    March 7–28         Noon–12:45 p.m.     $69* 2040801-04
                                                                  Day    Date                Time                Cost        Course
*Each additional child: $52.
                                                                  M      Dec. 30             9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-04
Location: Work of Art Studio, 11064 Cedar Lake Road, Minnetonka
                                                                  Tu     Dec. 31             9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-05
Youth Self-Defense
                                                                  Th     Jan. 2              9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-06
Ages 11–16
                                                                  F      Jan. 3              9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-07
Day   Date               Time                Cost       Course
                                                                  M      Jan. 20             9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-08
F     Jan. 17–Feb. 7     6–7 p.m.            $69    2040801-05
                                                                  M      Feb. 17             9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-09
Tu    March 3–24         5:15–6:15 p.m.      $69    2040801-06
                                                                  M      March 30            9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-10
Location: Work of Art Studio, 11064 Cedar Lake Road, Minnetonka
                                                                  Tu     March 31            9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-11
                                                                  W      March 1             9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-12
                                                                  Th     March 2             9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-13
                                                                  F      March 3             9 a.m.–noon         $50    2150401-14
                                                                  Location: 3 Lair Skate Park, 850 Florida Ave., Golden Valley
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                       Chess School                                                              Midwest Drone Racing
                       Ages 5–16                                                                 Ages 10+
                       Twin Cities Chess Club and the Chess Club of                                                       This course covers the
                       MN offer a Sunday chess school at the Hopkins                                                      rules, regulations and
                       Pavilion. Learn to play chess or advance your                     safety requirements that all drone flyers need to know.
                       skills with professional coaches in a relaxed and                 Includes a great informational packet!
                       fun environment.                                                  Day   Date                Time                Cost       Course
                       Beginner                                                          Tu    Jan. 14             6–7:30 p.m.         $69    2162101-01
                       Day   Date                   Time             Cost      Course    Tu    March 10            6–7:30 p.m.         $69    2162101-02
                       Su    Jan. 12–March 15       Noon–1 p.m.      $130 2151301-01     * Each additional family member: $17
                       Intermediate                                                      Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Council Chambers
                       Day   Date                   Time             Cost      Course
                       Su    Jan. 12–March 15       1:15–2:35 p.m.   $150 2151301-02             Active Solutions: Outdoor
                       Advanced
                                                                                                 Winter Adventures
                                                                                         Grades K–5
                       Day   Date                   Time             Cost      Course
                                                                                         Enjoy the best of Minnesota winter outdoor activities
                       Su    Jan. 12–March 15       2:50–4:10 p.m.   $150 2151301-03
                                                                                         including: snowshoeing, cross country skiing, boot
                       Training Tournament                                               hockey, broomball, sledding, boot soccer and more!
                                                                                         Please bring winter clothing including: boots, hat,
                       Day   Date                   Time             Cost      Course    two pair of mittens/gloves, snow pants, jacket, water
                       Su    Jan. 12–March 15* 4:30–7 p.m.           $144 2151301-04     bottle, two nut-free snacks and a bag lunch.
                       *No Training Tournament Feb. 2.                                   Day   Date                Time                Cost       Course
                       Location: Hopkins Pavilion                                        M     Feb. 17             8 a.m.–4 p.m.       $ 79 2152701-01
                       Size: Max. 25                                                     Location: Valley Park Warming House, 700 8th St. S, Hopkins

                       Round Robin Chess Tournament                                      Horseback Riding Day Camp
                       All ages and abilities                                            Ages 6–12
                       A fun way for students of all ages to learn and                   Ride and learn how to groom, tack-up, lead and do
                       improve their chess skills. Chess tournaments are                 in-hand work with horses. Attendees will also enjoy
                       not only competitions, but social events as well, and             horse-related crafts and activities, like braiding a
                       participants will meet peers with a similar love for              horse’s mane and tail and helping feed, water and
                       the game.                                                         care for these amazing animals. Proper attire includes
                       Day   Date                   Time             Cost      Course    sneakers or boots (closed toe and heel), long pants
                       Su    March 22               Noon–5 p.m.      $29    2151304-01   and layers, depending on the weather.

                       Location: Hopkins Pavilion                                        Day   Date                Time                Cost       Course
                                                                                         Th    April 2             7:45 a.m.–4 p.m.    $89    2151401-01
                                                                                         F     April 3             7:45 a.m.–4 p.m.    $89    2151401-02
                                                                                         Location: Boulder Point Stables, Anoka
                                                                                         Transportation provided from the Minnetonka Community Center.
                                                                                         Size: Max. 7

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Y OUT H P R OGR AM S
        Ninja Anywhere Camp                                            Martial Arts
                    Ninjas learn an exciting new way
                    to exercise and move their bodies,
                    promoting fun, fitness and a sense
of accomplishment. Our state of the art equipment
                                                                       Tae Kwon Do
and obstacle courses are exhilarating challenges                       Students learn to reach their full potential through
and include a warped wall, ninja rings, climbing rope,                 this confidence-building martial arts program that
floating boards, an inflatable obstacle course                         accommodates students at all levels, from the
and more!                                                              beginner to the advanced martial artist. Instructors
                                                                       from Northwest Martial Arts provide expert training
Ages 6–10
                                                                       in a fun and safe environment to produce positive
Day    Date           Time                         Cost      Course    results. Students must be potty-trained.
Sa     April 25       9:15–11:15 a.m.              $44    2162701-02   Contact Nick at bignickolson@gmail.com for
                                                                       more information.
Ages 11–15
                                                                       Little Ninja: Ages 4–5
Day    Date           Time                         Cost      Course
                                                                       Day    Date              Time                Cost    Course
Sa     April 25       11:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m.         $44    2162701-01
                                                                       M, W Jan. 6–Feb. 12      6–6:30 p.m.         $60    2080201-05
Location: Minnetonka Ice Arena Rink B, Parking Lot
                                                                       M, W Feb. 17–April 1*    6–6:30 p.m.         $60    2080201-06
                                                                       M, W April 6–May 13      6–6:30 p.m.         $60    2080201-11
Golf Lessons – Glen Lake Golf
                                                                       M, W May 18–June 24** 6–6:30 p.m.            $60    2080201-12
and Practice Center
                                                                       Size: Max. 15
Improve your golf game with lessons taught by
professionals! The design of the Glen Lake Golf and                    Youth Beginner: Ages 5–14
Practice Center provides a recreational-length course,                 Day     Date             Time                Cost    Course
featuring sand and turf bunkers, subtle mounding and
                                                                       M, W Jan. 6–Feb. 12      6–7 p.m.            $70    2080201-01
strategic water features. The course is an executive-
length 1,997 yards and has a par of 31. Amenities                      M, W Feb. 17–April 1*    6–7 p.m.            $70    2080201-02
include: Driving range, practice green, snack bar,                     M, W April 6–May 13      6–7 p.m.            $70    2080201-07
outdoor patio and meeting room.
                                                                       M, W May 18–June 24** 6–7 p.m.               $70    2080201-08
The Glen Lake Golf and Practice Center is located on
                                                                       Size: Max. 30
County Road 62, one mile west of I-494. For directions
or for rain-out information, call the clubhouse one                    Youth Advanced: Ages 5–14
hour before your lesson at 763-694-7824.
                                                                       Day     Date             Time                Cost      Course
Junior: Ages 8–18
                                                                       M, W Jan. 6–April 1*     7–8 p.m.            $140 2080201-03
Day    Date                 Time             Cost            Course
                                                                       M, W April 6–June 24** 7–8 p.m.              $140 2080201-09
M, W April 27-May 11        5–5:55 p.m.      $84          3230106-01
                                                                       Size: Max. 30
                                                                       *No class Feb. 26
Adult/Youth
                                                                       **No class May 25
Day    Date                 Time             Cost            Course
                                                                       Location: Lindbergh Center, Wrestling Room
Sa     April 25–May 30*     10-10:55 a.m. $150/two 3230103-01
*No class May 23.
Size: Max: 6 (3 pairs for adult/youth)

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Shaolin Kung Fu
Y OUT H P R OGR AM S

                       Ages 5 and older
                       Learn traditional Shaolin Kung Fu in a fun, relaxed
                       atmosphere. Classes are noncompetitive and
                       designed to teach punching and kicking techniques,
                       self-defense, sparring, board breaking and use of
                       traditional instruments. Kung Fu is a great workout
                       that builds muscles, motor skills, flexibility, balance,
                       power and confidence. Questions? Contact Bob
                       at shifu@mnkungfu.com.
                       If you register for a Beginner, Intermediate or
                       Advanced class AND Instrument and Sparring in the
                       same session, the combined cost is $79.
                       IMPORTANT: To obtain the discount when registering
                       online, you must add the Instrument and Sparring
                       class to your cart AFTER you add the regular class.

                       Beginner
                       Day   Date               Time             Cost      Course
                       Sa    Jan. 11–Feb. 29*   11 a.m.–noon     $59    2080101-01
                       Sa    March 7–April 25   11 a.m.–noon     $59    2080101-05
                       Sa    May 2–June 27**    11 a.m.–noon     $59    3080101-01   Advanced
                                                                                     Day   Date               Time                 Cost      Course
                       Intermediate
                                                                                     Sa    Jan. 11–Feb. 29*   2–3 p.m.             $59    2080101-04
                       Day   Date               Time             Cost      Course
                                                                                     Sa    March 7–April 25   2–3 p.m.             $59    2080101-08
                       Sa    Jan. 11–Feb. 29*   Noon–1 p.m.      $59    2080101-02
                                                                                     Sa    May 2–June 27**    2–3 p.m.             $59    3080101-04
                       Sa    March 7–April 25   Noon–1 p.m.      $59    2080101-06
                                                                                     *Feb. 8 & 29 classes located in Hopkins High School
                       Sa    May 2–June 27**    Noon–1 p.m.      $59    3080101-02
                                                                                       Dance Studio
                                                                                     ** No class May 23
                                                                                     Location: Hopkins Lindbergh Center, Wrestling Room
                                                                                     Size: Max. 30
                                                                                     Instrument and Sparring - Winter
                                                                                     Day   Date               Time                 Cost      Course
                                                                                     Sa    Jan. 11–Feb. 29*   1–2 p.m.             $59    2080101-03
                                                                                     *Feb. 1, 8, 22 & 29 classes located in Hopkins High
                                                                                     School Dance Studio
                                                                                     Location: Hopkins Lindbergh Center, Wrestling Room

                                                                                     Instrument and Sparring - Spring
                                                                                     Day   Date               Time                 Cost      Course
                                                                                     Sa    March 7–April 25   1–2 p.m.             $59    2080101-07
                                                                                     Sa    May 2–June 27*     1–2 p.m.             $59    3080101-03
                                                                                     *No class May 23
                                                                                     Location: Hopkins High School, Dance Studio
                                                                                     Size: Max. 30

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TEEN PROGRAMS

                                                                                                                                     T E E N P R OGR AM S
Urban Air Adventure Park                                                   Yoga & Discussion Group
Ages 11–17                                                                 Ages 12–16
Explore the Urban Air Adventure Park in Plymouth                                   Led by Minnesota Kid’s Yoga Co., this
with two hours of open play on various attractions                                 class teaches teens yoga basics, as
– climbing walls, ropes course, tubes, trampolines                                 well as more advanced poses. Learn
and more. Participants must complete a waiver.                                     how breath, mind and body can
Transportation is provided from the Minnetonka                     create a harmonious rhythm of positivity. Each class
Community Center.                                                  incorporates sun salutations, breathing skills, games
Day   Date               Time                  Cost      Course    and journaling.

Sa    Jan. 11            Noon–3:15 p.m.        $36    2212001-01   Day    Date                Time              Cost       Course

Location: Urban Air Adventure Park, Plymouth                       Th     Jan. 16–Feb. 20     6–7 p.m.          $62    2212002-01
Size: Max. 6                                                       Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
                                                                   Size: Max. 12

        Midwest Drone Racing
        Ages 10+                                                           Work Of Art:
                                 This course covers the                    Kickboxing& Fitness
                                 rules, regulations and            Youth Self-Defense
safety requirements that all drone flyers need to know.            Ages 11–16
Includes a great informational packet!
                                                                                 Participants learn how to defend themselves
Day   Date               Time                  Cost      Course                  by using proven techniques from
Tu    Jan. 14            6–7:30 p.m.           $69    2162101-01                 experienced instructors, all while building
Tu    March 10           6–7:30 p.m.           $69    2162101-02                 strength, endurance, confidence and having
                                                                                 a ton of fun.
*A parent or family member may co-register for an
additional $17.                                                    Day    Date                Time              Cost       Course

Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Council Chambers            F      Jan. 17–Feb. 7      6–7 p.m.          $69    2162301-01
                                                                   Tu     March 3–24          5:15–6:15 p.m.    $69    2162301-02
                                                                   Location: Work of Art Studio, 11064 Cedar Lake Road, Minnetonka

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TE E N P R OGR AM S
                                                                                      Artistic Moments
                              STEM Builders                                                                   Kris Holtmeyer owns and
                                                                                                              operates Artistic Moments, a
                                        STEM Builders provides a unique
                                                                                                              Minneapolis-based fine arts
                                        combination of STEM, robotics, math
                                                                                                              instructional business that has
                                        and fun while focusing on important
                                                                                      been inspiring all ages and abilities for over 20
                                        life skills such as logical thinking,
                                                                                      years. Kris personally teaches all Artistic Moments
                                        critical thinking, problem solving,
                                                                                      classes and uses encouraging methods that enable
                      collaboration and teamwork. Classes are designed so
                                                                                      artists to feel confident and successful in a
                      that no student is left behind and everyone has fun
                                                                                      noncompetitive environment.
                      learning new concepts. Each student gets an
                      opportunity to work on designing, programming,
                      documenting and practicing science and math.
                                                                                      Artistic Moments:
                                                                                      Ceramics Create-A-Plate
                      STEM Builders:                                                  Ages 8-14
                      Creative Web Design                                             Creatively mix and apply colorful acrylic paints with
                      Ages 10–15                                                      a variety of brushes to create a one-of-a-kind work
                                                                                      of art!
                      This weekly class teaches students to design and style
                      web pages and even develop their own website using              Day   Date              Time              Cost       Course
                      HTML and CSS.                                                   M     Feb. 10           5:30–7 p.m.       $26    2041001-01
                      Day   Date               Time                 Cost     Course   Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room
                      M     Feb. 3–April 27*   6–7:30 p.m.          $280 2162202-01
                      *No class March 30.                                             Artistic Moments:
                      Location: STEM Builders Learning Center                        Copper Art - Metalsmithing
                                 15600 35th Ave. N #201, Plymouth
                                                                                      Ages 10-15
                      Size: Max. 10
                                                                                      This unique course explores working with copper
                                                                                      to create detailed and decorative compositions.
                      STEM Builders:                                                  Projects will be framed and your work of art will be
                      Artificial Intelligence Robot                                   ready to display!

                      Ages 10–15                                                      Day   Date              Time              Cost       Course

                      This weekly class teaches students about voice                  Sa    April 18          9:30–11 a.m.      $26    2041002-01
                      recognition devices and artificial intelligence.                Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room
                      Participants assemble and build their own voice
                      recognition device to take home and learn how to
                      program it using Python.
                      Day   Date               Time                 Cost     Course
                      F     March 6–April 24* 6–7:30 p.m.           $255 2162201-01
                      *No class March 27.
                      Location: STEM Builders Learning Center
                                 15600 35th Ave. N #201, Plymouth
                      Size: Max. 10

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TE E N P R OGR AM S
                                                                    Snapology
                                                                                          Snapology offers enrichment
                                                                                          classes and camps to teach
                                                                                          science, mathematics,
                                                                    technology and literacy concepts. These classes and
                                                                    camps consist of activities designed to reinforce the
                                                                    core competencies and curricula being taught at each
                                                                    grade level. Participants are encouraged to create,
                                                                    interact and explore through a hands-on approach
                                                                    promoting playful learning.

                                                                    Snapology: Animation Studio
                                                                    Ages 8-14
                                                                                           Who doesn’t love an action-
                                                                                           packed animation movie that
Buck Hill Snow Tubing                                                                      brings our favorite toys to life?
Ages 11–15                                                          Participants work in teams to learn the fundamentals
Join us for winter fun on Buck Hill’s chutes and slides!            of stop motion animation and develop their own
Transportation is provided from the Minnetonka                      animated movie starring some of their favorite LEGO®
Community Center.                                                   mini-figures. They will go through the entire movie
                                                                    making process with their filming partner, from plot
Day    Date                Time                 Cost      Course    development and set design to detailed visual and
Sa     Feb. 22             Noon–4 p.m.          $24    2210301-01   audio editing. The best part, their movie can be
Location: Buck Hill, Burnsville                                     uploaded to Snapology’s YouTube channel to share
Size: Max. 6                                                        with friends and family!
                                                                    Day    Date                Time          Cost      Course

Game Show Battle Room                                               M, Tu March 30 & 31        9 a.m.–noon   $69    2041103-01
                                                                    Location: Glen Lake Activity Center
Ages 12-17
                                                                    Size: Max. 16
It’s an afternoon of heated game show-style
competition at Golden Valley’s Game Show
Battle Room. Two teams face off in three different                          Ninja Anywhere Camp
games – Friendly Feud, Minute Games, Matchup.                                           Ninjas learn an exciting new way
Transportation provided from the Minnetonka                                             to exercise and move their bodies,
Community Center.                                                                       promoting fun, fitness and a sense
Day    Date                Time          Cost             Course    of accomplishment. Our state of the art equipment
Sa     March 14            1–3:15 p.m.   $36           2211701-01   and obstacle courses are exhilarating challenges
                                                                    and include a warped wall, ninja rings, climbing
Location: Game Show Battle Room, Golden Valley                      rope, floating boards, an inflatable obstacle course
Size: Max. 4                                                        and more!
                                                                    Ages 11–15
                                                                    Day    Date       Time                   Cost      Course
                                                                    Sa     April 25   11:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m. $44      2162701-01
                                                                    Location: M
                                                                               innetonka Ice Arena B Parking Lot
                                                                              (Civic Center Campus)

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