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Women's Strength Training
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 that there is no class on October 17, 31, November 5, 28.
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Driver Education '24-'25 School Year
Driver Education Training is required for students who wish to obtain their driver’s license before their 18th birthday. Driver Education Training by state law must consist of thirty (30) hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction. Students must attend the 30 hours of instruction offered on the dates and times listed. Every session must be attended, unless ill, but even then, those hours must be made up. It is recommended, but not required, that students be 15 years old by the last day of class. Registration includes both classroom and behind the wheel instruction.The Owatonna Driver Education program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and is taught by certified licensed instructors. This class is for participants who are 14.5 years or older before the start of classes.Please Note: There will be a “Parent Packet” that your child will bring home on the first day of class. This packet will explain all the steps necessary for your child to obtain a permit and license. This packet must be signed and returned to the Driver Education classroom for successful classroom completion. A 1.5hr Parent Class for the parents of a new student driver will be offered at the Owatonna High School. Attendance in this class is not mandatory. More information on the Parent Class will be provided in the Parent Packet mentioned above. Students do not need to attend the Parent Class.
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Buddy & Me Rock Climbing (Grades 2+)
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Want a fun activity with your adult? This beginning rock climbing class covers the safety and skills of indoor rock climbing and belaying. Both adult and little will spend time climbing the rock wall. Bigs will belay each other and their littles. Class meets at the new Owatonna Middle School rock wall. Participants must be entering 2nd grade or higher for the 2024-2025 school year. Your favorite adult could be a parent/guardian, grandparent, sibling, your Big, or a responsible friend. Max of 2 participants per adult. A liability waiver will need to be signed and returned to Roosevelt School before class starts or brought to the first day of class in order for participation. Please click on this ROCK CLIMBING WAIVER link or stop at Roosevelt Community School to get a copy.
Fall 2024
CABS- Child and Babysitting Safety (Grades 4-8)
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The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and Health Institute provides everything you need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The YouTube “vlogger” style presentation of the video brings a youthful and high-energy spirit to the program content, along with handouts, demonstrations, and additional resources. At the end of the class, students will receive their certification card along with instructions to access a digital copy of the Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) student book. From getting started with your business to collaborating with parents and children to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, CABS will help set you up for babysitting success. Students must be present for the entire class and complete achievement of the core learning objectives to receive certification valid for two years. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen.
Fall 2024
Clay for Kids: Pottery Wheel 10yrs +
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How do you throw clay on the wheel? It’s not what it seems. Learn how to use the wheel to create three dimensional forms and vessels. Demonstrations will cover the basics of wedging, centering, pulling, trimming, and forming useable vessels. Beginners come and get your hands muddy! If you are accustomed to clay come fine-tune your skills, learn a new technique, and challenge yourself with larger more complex forms. Dress for a mess and wear tennis shoes. Come to the first class with ideas, excitement, and inspiration! Call the instructor at 507-835-1192 or call the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions.
Fall 2024
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Elementary Robotics Team (Entering Grades 4-5)
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Is your child enthusiastic to learn and has an interest in technology? FIRST® LEGO® League Explore is a global robotics program which guides youth through STEM exploration. This robotics program will include 13 sessions of fun, hands-on learning. Working as a team, participants will go through activities based on the current year theme to problem solve and test their engineered design and code together. This includes using LEGO® bricks powered by LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential. This program is for children in 4th and 5th grade only. No coding experience necessary. Please note: the class on 11/5 is rescheduled for 11/7. The class for 11/26 is rescheduled for 11/25. Price change: This class is now listed at $104 per student (print error in brochure).
Fall 2024
Home Alone (Grades 2+)
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Is your child ready for the independence of being home alone? Parents need to be sure their children have the skills and maturity to handle the responsibility safely. Whether it is for an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, being trusted to be home alone can be a positive experience for a child who is mature and well prepared. This class for children will address several topics relating to being “Home Alone” including age guidelines, safe habits, house rules, after school routines, phone calls and door knocks, dog emergencies, personal safety, managing the unexpected, gun safety, severe weather, fire safety, intruders, and first aid tips. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. Parents are encouraged to review the take home information and discuss it with their child.
Fall 2024
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Martial Arts For Kids (Kindergarten-Age 12)
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These classes are designed to give children self-confidence, respect, perseverance, discipline, patience, courtesy, and humility all while having fun. Physically, children will gain agility, strength, flexibility, and coordination. These classes are held at the National Taekwondo Institute studio located at 212 West Bridge St.
Fall 2024
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Martial Arts for Kids (Ages 3-5yrs)
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It's good to know...Tae Kwon Do! Children will learn the importance of simple Tae Kwon Do techniques such as: punching, kicking, blocking, breaking boards, coordination, balance, and much more all in a fun setting! Social interaction and respect will be the focus while learning these techniques. Please wear comfortable clothing and come ready for some fun! Class will be held at the National Taekwondo Institute studio located at 212 W. Bridge St.
Fall 2024
Middle School Spanish Prep: A Foundation Course (Grades 5-8)
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In this engaging LIVE online eight-week class, middle school aged students will learn essential fundamentals to build a strong base in the Spanish language. Participants will get a jump start preparing for future middle school or even traditional high school Spanish classes. We will cover: numbers, alphabet, pronunciation, days of the week, family members, and school vocabulary. Students also practice common questions and answers for carrying on small conversations and sentence structure in Spanish. Lessons are dynamic with interactive activities and visuals, along with cultural lessons, practical resources, and practice skills. Build your student's language foundation today! Prerequisites: the ability to access Zoom and basic working computer knowledge is essential. This is a live, online class. Your zoom link will be sent via email 48 hours before the first class.
Fall 2024
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Music & Me (Ages 3-5 with Adult)
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Did you know that listening to classical music helps the brain develop faster? This class is designed to help do just that for your kiddo! All activities are aligned to music as kids paint, color, dance, craft homemade instruments and play group games. Join us for a musical journey of learning and self-discovery through art and music. An adult must be present for this class.
Fall 2024
YEL! Fencing 1.1 (Grades 2-12)
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Join this fast-paced, inclusive (everyone participates) Olympic Sport. YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches fencers new skills each class, practices those skills in kid-friendly fencing games, and then encourages students to use those skills in fencing bouts (matches). All equipment provided. There is no class on October 21.
Fall 2024
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YEL! Grandmasters of Chess 1.1 (Grades K-5)
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Learn, Practice and Play chess each class. The {YEL!} Teach It! Practice It! Play It!® method keeps students on track with new chess lessons and puzzles each week as well as guided games and in-class tournaments. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session.
Fall 2024
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YEL! Robotics: Nature 'Bots (Grades 1-5)
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Help nature and our environment by studying them more closely. We’ll build a frog ‘bot and discuss metamorphosis, then build a bumble bee and discuss the importance of pollination. We’ll study nature while learning computer coding and engineering skills.
Fall 2024
Yoga Calm for Kids (Ages 4-12)
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Yoga Calm for Kids gives kids practice and routine that integrates physical, mental, and emotional development. Children ages 4-12 will learn yoga poses, mindfulness, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques. Please wear comfortable clothing. Mats are provided at the studio but feel free to bring your own! Please note: there is no class on Oct 17.
Fall 2024
Youth Spanish Studies: Vamos a Comer! (Grades K-5)
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Studies show that children learn another language more easily when it is a topic that they find fun and interesting. In our Vamos a Comer (Let's Eat!) class, students will be introduced to the market experience from Spanish speaking countries, practice how to order food in a restaurant, and learn vocabulary to use at mealtime. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity for your child to practice Spanish in an interactive, LIVE online classroom. Prerequisites: the ability to access Zoom and basic working computer knowledge is essential. This is a live, online class. Your zoom link will be sent via email 48 hours before the first class. Please note: there is no class on November 27.
Fall 2024