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Strength training is a great way to improve your metabolism, tone your body, and improve everyday movement! Whether you are looking to lose weight, learn the ins and outs of a weight room, build confidence and strength, or join a community of strong women, this is the class for you! Learn the basic principles and proper techniques of strength training and understand the importance of breath support for pelvic floor and core foundation, all in a safe, encouraging community of women. All fitness abilities from beginner to intermediate are welcome! Sign up early as this class is popular and our class size is limited.Please note: Class on November 4 will be held at the Owatonna Middle School Weight Room from 5-6pm.
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Owatonna Community Walking Track Program
Lace up your sneakers and get ready to join us at the Owatonna Community Walking Track at the Owatonna High School!Your registration includes open walking track hours, 6-9pm, from December 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026. This only includes days in which school is in session. Dates and hours are subject to change based on home section games. This program is only available for those 18 years of age and older. You are required to wear clean, indoor-only, walking shoes on the track. There is no running on the track and this registration does not include access to the weight room or cardio room.A senior activities pass (for those 62 years of age and older) will be honored for free admittance to this program. Pick up senior activity passes at Roosevelt School. If you currently hold a senior activities pass, you will need to re-enroll in this program annually, in person, at Roosevelt School.If you register online, your fitness waiver is confirmed during registration. If registering by phone or in person, you must sign the waiver before your first visit. Please click on this Waiver of Liability link to sign and email a copy to Community Education or stop at Roosevelt School to sign a copy.REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!
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Mixed One and Two Year Olds
Toddlers
These classes are for children who are at least one year old by April 7th. A toddler's world is full of wonder and discovery. Participate with your child in a variety of fun, developmentally appropriate activities! Discuss parenting topics such as dealing with emotions, learning to share, and learning new words.
Fall ECFE 2025
Mixed One and Two Year Olds
Toddlers
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These classes are for children who are at least one year old by April 7th. A toddler's world is full of wonder and discovery. Participate with your child in a variety of fun, developmentally appropriate activities! Discuss parenting topics such as dealing with emotions, learning to share, and learning new words.
Winter ECFE 2026
Music Makers, Movers, and Shakers
for Birth not yet in Kindergarten
The magic of music and movement has brought people of all ages together for thousands of years; come join the mixed-age class to embark on a delightful musical journey where we will engage in melodic, rhythmic, and movement exploration. This class will promote discovery and learning through dancing, singing, and storytelling. No Sibling Care is available for this class due to the mixed age nature of the class.
Fall ECFE 2025
Music Makers, Movers, and Shakers
for Birth not yet in Kindergarten
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The magic of music and movement has brought people of all ages together for thousands of years; come join the mixed-age class to embark on a delightful musical journey where we will engage in melodic, rhythmic, and movement exploration. This class will promote discovery and learning through dancing, singing, and storytelling. No Sibling Care is available for this class due to the mixed age nature of the class.
Winter ECFE 2026
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My Grown-up & Me "Holiday Cookies"
Youth Classes
We'll be enjoying Santa's favorite for a 2-hour cookie decorating class! Don't miss out on this fun 6-cookie, 4-icing class - "Yule" love this class! This class is for the beginner cookier or for the person who is just curious about what cookie decorating is all about! If you have limited experience with sugar cookies, found yourself frustrated with royal icing, or if you're trying to have fun with family or friends, this is the class for you! We'll be decorating a set of 6 Christmas- fun themed cookies - snag your tickets mistleto-day or end up on Santa's naughty list "Clause' these tickets will sell out! You'll leave class with a great understanding of the basics of sugar cookies plus a few cool techniques we'll cover in class!
Fall 2025
OEC AM Bright Beginnings
Bright Beginnings Preschool
Bright Beginnings Preschool All district preschool classes for the 2025-26 school year will take place at the Owatonna Education Center 338 E. Main Street. *Registration for our 25-26 Bright Beginnings classes, both morning and afternoon, are full at this time. You are welcome to apply and will be added to a wait list. Pending registration and staffing, we may open an additional class section. Bright Beginnings preschool is for children who are 4 years old by September 1, 2025. Visit our Owatonna Preschool website to learn more. To apply for Bright Beginnings preschool transportation for 25-26, please fill out this form.
25-26 BB BB Site
OEC PM Bright Beginnings
Bright Beginnings Preschool
Bright Beginnings Preschool All district preschool classes for the 2025-26 school year will take place at the Owatonna Education Center 338 E. Main Street. *Registration for our 25-26 Bright Beginnings classes, both morning and afternoon, are full at this time. You are welcome to apply and will be added to a wait list. Pending registration and staffing, we may open an additional class section. Bright Beginnings preschool is for children who are 4 years old by September 1, 2025. Visit our Owatonna Preschool website to learn more. To apply for Bright Beginnings preschool transportation for 25-26, please fill out this form.
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Owatonna Community Education Gift Card
General Interest
You have the option of purchasing an Owatonna Community Education Gift Card ($10, $25, $50, or $100). Gift Cards may be used toward Adult/Family/Youth Enrichment Programs only. Trips excluded. For those receiving an Owatonna Community Education Gift Card, you may register for a class by calling 507-444-7900.
Fall 2025
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Owatonna Community Walking Track Day Pass
Walking Track Program
Try out the Owatonna Community Walking Track with our all-new Single Day Pass! Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and get your steps in at the High School! This pass is valid for one day only during open walking track hours, 6–9pm, from December 1, 2025 – May 1, 2026. You must select your intended date of use when registering. Please note: Day passes are only valid on school days and may not be used during holidays or closures. Hours and availability are subject to change due to home section games or school events. Day passes are available for those 18 years of age and older. Clean, indoor-only walking shoes are required. No running is permitted on the track, and this pass does not include access to the weight or cardio rooms. If you register online, your fitness waiver is confirmed during registration. If registering by phone or in person, you must sign the waiver before your first visit. Please click on this Waiver of Liability link to sign and email a copy to Community Education or stop at Roosevelt School to sign a copy. REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!
Walking Track Program 2025-2026
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Owatonna Community Walking Track Program
Walking Track Program
Lace up your sneakers and get ready to join us at the Owatonna Community Walking Track at the Owatonna High School! Your registration includes open walking track hours, 6-9pm, from December 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026. This only includes days in which school is in session. Dates and hours are subject to change based on home section games. This program is only available for those 18 years of age and older. You are required to wear clean, indoor-only, walking shoes on the track. There is no running on the track and this registration does not include access to the weight room or cardio room. A senior activities pass (for those 62 years of age and older) will be honored for free admittance to this program. Pick up senior activity passes at Roosevelt School. If you currently hold a senior activities pass, you will need to re-enroll in this program annually, in person, at Roosevelt School. If you register online, your fitness waiver is confirmed during registration. If registering by phone or in person, you must sign the waiver before your first visit. Please click on this Waiver of Liability link to sign and email a copy to Community Education or stop at Roosevelt School to sign a copy. REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!
Walking Track Program 2025-2026
PUNCH: Boxing to Fight Aging
Adult Recreation
As seen in a recent Owatonna newspaper article! Regain your strength, sharpen your mind, and feel empowered - no matter your age or fitness level! This class blends boxing-inspired movement (gloves optional!) with functional strength training to improve coordination, balance, mobility, and cognitive health. Let's move, connect, and thrive - one punch at a time!
Fall 2025
Playful Preschoolers
For 3-5 year old children
These combined-age preschooler classes provide families with current information about the important role of play for growing healthy preschoolers. Play teaches a child how the world works and gives practice in independent thinking skills helpful in their school years. During parent time this class will focus on the social, emotional, and language development necessary for school readiness and strengthening family relationships.
Fall ECFE 2025
Playful Preschoolers
For 3-5 year old children
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These combined-age preschooler classes provide families with current information about the important role of play for growing healthy preschoolers. Play teaches a child how the world works and gives practice in independent thinking skills helpful in their school years. During parent time this class will focus on the social, emotional, and language development necessary for school readiness and strengthening family relationships.
Winter ECFE 2026
Playful Preschoolers
For 3-5 year old children
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Come join us for our new mixed-age class! We will explore a variety of activities to engage young minds and bodies. Each week, we'll explore a different theme, including cooking, nature, music, messy art, movement, science, and general family fun. These hands-on experiences are designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and promote learning through play.
Winter ECFE 2026
Power & Performance Package
Adult Recreation
Mix it up! Cardio, Strength, Bootcamp & Cycle - your sweat sampler awaits! Try a little of everything on your schedule as you pick the times for 5 bootcamp classes, 5 power pumps, and 2 cycling classes that fit your schedule! After registration, simply text 507-668-0075 to submit your class choices. Bootcamp (5): M/W @ 5:30am; M/W/F at 6pm Power Pump (5): Tu at 4:05pm or 5:05pm; F at 6:15am Cycling (2): Tu/Th at 5:30am or 6pm; Tu at 8:15am; S at 6:45am or 8:30am
Fall 2025
School Age Care
Child Care Program
Silver Sneakers: Fit for Life (Chair)
Adult Recreation
From beginners to more advanced students, Fit for Life classes are an excellent way to increase mobility, flexibility, and endurance. This class works at a slower pace to promote a healthy mind and body. You'll stretch, tone, and strengthen all at the same time. You'll leave feeling like you got in a great workout with some wonderful friends! Please bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
Fall 2025
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Soft Pastels for Beginners - Snow Bird
Artful Living
Want to try a new medium that has been around for a long time? Soft pastels are a dry medium composed of paint pigments and a minimum of binder. They allow the artist to build color and depth like the acrylic or oil artist but in a medium that is dry and lightly portable making this a great option for those who like to draw or paint “plein air” or outside of your home or studio. Open to anyone who wants to try soft pastels for the first or 100th time! We will review the skills taught in our Intro course and build on those skills to create an adorable snow bird. All supplies are included. Please note that this class will generate dust for those that are sensitive.
Fall 2025
South Dakota Marvels Tour
Trips-Tours
Discover the rugged beauty and iconic landmarks of the Mount Rushmore State on this unforgettable journey through South Dakota’s natural and manmade marvels. Your escorts, Lynn & Craig Connors have planned each day just for you! Cities and activities include: Tour of Sioux Falls including the Cathedral of St. Joseph, Corn Palace, Badlands National Park, Wall Drug, Journey Museum, 1880's Steam Train Excursion, Guided Tour of Deadwood, Fort Hays and the “Dances with Wolves” film site tour, Guided Tour of Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Monument, Chuckwagon Show, “Dignity: Of Earth and Sky,” and much, much more! Prices are as follows: Single: $1700 (per person) Double: $1365 (per person) Triple: $1250 (per person) Register now in-person at Roosevelt School or via phone (507-444-7900). A deposit of $100 per person is due at the time of registration (checks only-made payable to Owatonna Community Education). The remaining balance of your tour price is due by or on April 1 (check is also required). If you have any mobility or dietary requirements, please let us know at registration. The dates of this trip are May 12 - May 16, 2026.
Fall 2025
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Steele County Fix-It Clinic - Attendee Registration
Special Interest
Bring your broken items and your curiosity to Steele County’s first Fix-It Clinic! Skilled volunteer Fixers will help you troubleshoot and repair household items—like lamps, toasters, clothing, or small electronics—while you learn how it’s done. Each participant may bring up to two items to work on during the event. Together, we’ll save money, reduce waste, build our skills, and keep useful things out of the landfill!
Winter 2026
Steele County Fix-It Clinic - Fixer Volunteer Registration
Special Interest
Join us for Steele County’s very first Fix-It Clinic! Do you love tinkering, repairing, or helping others learn new skills? We’re looking for volunteer Fixers to share their know-how and help community members repair broken household items, from lamps and toasters to clothing and small electronics and more! This is a hands-on, community-driven event that keeps usable items out of the landfill while building local connections and practical repair skills. Sign up today to be a Fixer and help make our first Fix-It Clinic a success!
Winter 2026
Story Explorers: Ages 2 - 5
Toddlers
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Join us for a fun, hands-on family literacy experience where stories come to life! Children and their families will explore a favorite picture book through interactive read-alouds, creative crafts, and playful literacy activities. Together, families will practice early reading skills including Early Childhood’s new curriculum Heggerty!
Winter ECFE 2026
Strength & Cardio Package
Adult Recreation
Mix. Move. Motivate. Your fitness starts here! You pick the times for 4 kickboxing classes, 4 cardio dance classes, and 4 power pump classes that fit your schedule! After registration, simply text 507-668-0075 to submit your class choices. Kickboxing (4) W at 8:15am Cardio Dance (4) Rotating S at 9:30am Power Pump (4) Tu at 4:05pm or 5:05pm; F at 6:15am
Fall 2025