January Adult Enrichment Classes!
NEW-Galentines Make Your Own Perfume Night
Instructor: Jordan Stearns
Eliminating conventional fragrance from our daily life is one of the most empowering steps a woman can take in her personal care routine. Set a new standard in beauty, one that declares you are worth it in every possible way. The perfumes in this collection were carefully crafted to ensure a woman will never have to compromise the sophisticated aromatic scent of designer fragrances when she chooses to craft her own with the most pristine essential oils in the world.
This truly is a first class experience as you discover the luxury side of essential oils. Each attendee will leave with their own crafted perfume, recipes, and enjoy Galentines themed treats and fun! Grab the girls for a fun night!
#MOP: Thurs 2/9 6pm-8pm
Location: PBC Rm 27
Cost: $10+pay instructor additional $30 for materials
NEW-Plant Based Spring Cleaning
Instructor: Jordan Stearns
Instructor Highlight: Jordan is a former pastry chef turned clean living advocate. She helps women all over the country take small simple steps to clean living. She is an avid animal lover and loves thrifting and antiquing.
We live in the land of 10,000 lakes and being good stewards to our local waterways and environment start in our homes! We will discuss ingredients to avoid that are harmful to our own health and toxic to aquatic life, guide you through easy swaps to create a healthy home, and get hands on with making a few easy cleaning products to help you keep your spring cleaning all natural!
Each attendee will leave with a 16oz bottle of plant based cleaner and choose between making a foaming hand soap or carpet deodorizer as well as loads of natural recipes to keep your home fresh, clean, and safe!
#PBSS: Tues 4/4 6pm-8pm
Location: PBC Rm27
Cost: $10+pay instructor additional $30 for materials
NEW-Juggling for Beginners
Join Hondo in this hands on simple step by step process that works for everyone. This session will be fun, easy-going and sometimes challenging.
Fee includes one set of juggling balls to keep and written instructions.
Just bring yourself and learn something new!
#JB: Mon 2/13-2/27
Location: Suzy and Hondo School of Dance 1259 Tyler Avenue SE Cost: $50
NEW-Massage Basics for Couples
Instructors: Kate Paskvan & Brianna Cesolini
Join massage therapist(s) Kate & Brianna as they show you massage techniques you can do on your loved one and vice versa. In this session you will: Understand the techniques behind a relaxing massage. Understand proper ergonomics and positioning so as to not hurt your body.
Massage each body part with ease and understanding. Give the gift of massage and come have a fun date night! Wear comfortable clothing
#MBC: Tues 4/25 6pm-8pm
Location:PBC Rm 27
Cost: $50/Fee is for 2 people/No single registration
NEW-Adult Audition and Stage Presence Workshop
check out website for descriptions/details
#AASP: Tues 3/7 6pm-8pm
Cost $20.00
Location: Bemidji Community Theatre
NEW-Shakespeare on the Stage
Check out website for descriptions/details Cost $20.00
Location: Bemidji Community Theatre
NEW-Wellness for Life: 4-Week Program with the Mayo Clinic
5E Model for Success
Instructor:Angele Hartell
Anyone can take steps to improve their health and well-being; sometimes we just need a boost of motivation and a guide to making an achievable plan for lasting change. Your instructor will use Mayo Clinic’s proven model for wellness coaching to help you clarify your wellness goals, build your personal motivation and momentum, and create a lasting plan for a healthier you. In this class, you will work through the Mayo Clinic 5-E model, engage with your instructor and peers to support each other’s success, build motivation and momentum, experiment with an achievable plan for action, success, and setbacks, and gain tools for a lifetime of improved wellness.
Angele Hartell is a wellness and work coach who has been teaching and coaching individuals and employers professionally for over 10+years. She is a Mayo Clinic Trained Wellness Coach who has a passion for facilitating others’ success and building motivation for positive action and change.
#WFL: Thurs 3/2-3/23 6:30pm-7:30pm
Location: PBC RM 27
Cost: $60
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Metal Bracelet Gnome Wall Hanging 10 Day Blood Type Diet Challenge
Dance Introduction
Dance: Historical Defensive Driving Bug Out Bag
Knife Defense Course
Self Defense
Your Last Will & Testament ASL II Yoga for SAD Chair Yoga Basic Yoga Slow Flow Yoga For Women
Meditation YogaFit DrumFit Zumba Gold
Body Rolling
Face Open Pickleball
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Social
Men’s
Women’s
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descriptions go to www.bemidjicommunityed.com
Adult Enrichment: General Interest
NEW-Fire Safety & Life Safety Education
Instructor: Bemidji Fire Dept
Join us for a New topic each month, past topics have been A day in the Life of A Firefighter, Smoke detector Education, Carbon Monoxide Education+ more.
This class is free however space is limited so registration is required.
Check our website for topics/descriptions
Dates: 1/18,2/13,3/6,4/3,5/8
6pm-7pm
Location: PBC Rm 27
Cost: FREE/registration is required
Confronting Climate Change
Instructor:Ken Grantier
Together we will review the human contributions to Climate Change and its impacts. We will explore the changes you can make to combat Climate Change and how these changes can be beneficial to your health, your pocketbook and even create career opportunities. This presentation is interdisciplinary and audience participation is used in demonstrations.
Presentation is for 13yo+ or younger if accompanied by a guardian.
#CCC: Thurs 4/20 6pm-8pm
Location: PBC Rm 27
Cost: $10
NEW-Bus Tour: Rabideau
CCC Camp and Blackduck History Center
Join Beltrami County Historical Society for a bus tour of Camp Rabideau, a Civilian Conservation Corps camp established as part of the “New Deal” in 1935 and one of the most complete camps still in existence. Following our camp tour, we’ll visit the Blackduck Area History and Arts Center for even more history and featured local artists.
Lunch is included in the tour.
Disclaimers: This tour requires walking on potentially uneven or hilly terrain.
#BTB:Sat 5/20 11am-3pm
Location: Beltrami County Historical Society Parking Lot
Cost $50
Focused Memoir Writing Workshop
Instructor: Sue Bruns
You’ve been wanting to write your memoir or maybe just compose a short piece to record the major events of your life, but it’s an overwhelming task. Where do you begin? First, focus! This four-session workshop (each 1 ½ hour) will help you to zero in on a focal point for your memoir, guide you through the process, and nudge you to get started. You’ll practice brainstorming, zeroing in on a manageable focus, putting your thoughts into words, and pulling the pieces together. You’ll practice strategies for helping you get started, writing from photographs, and tapping into important details. By the end of the workshop, you will have three (or more!) segments of your focused memoir written. They might be anywhere from a paragraph to several pages each—whatever works for you.
#FMWS: Mon 3/6-3/27
6:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Beltrami County Historical Society Cost:$40
NEW-Walking History Tour: Downtown Bemidji
Join Beltrami County Historical Society for a stroll through time in downtown Bemidji! We’ll learn about Bemidji’s early days and visit several historical landmarks all within easy walking distance! Starting and ending at the Beltrami County History Center, museum admission is included in the tour.
Disclaimers: This tour requires walking on potentially uneven or hilly terrain. Rain Date Makeup ( if need): May 13 #WHT: Sat 5/6 12pm-2pm
Location: Beltrami County Historical Society Cost:$20
The Honeyberry Farm Blossom Tour
Instructors: Jim & Bernis Ingvaldson
For those of us who are in colder climates, it may seem like we are severely limited in the fruits we can grow.Come learn and see what works in Northern Minnesota and enjoy the spring blossoms!
The HoneyberryUSA Farm Nursery and U-Pick Orchard located just 1 1/2 miles southeast of Bagley is growing over 20 different fruits and berries.
#HBF: Mon 5/22 6pm-7pm
Location: The Honeyberry Farm19736 350th St Bagley, MN Cost: $10
NEW-Gardening in Zone 3
Instructor: Daniel Sherman
Gardening in the coldest parts of the lower 48 states presents local gardeners with some special issues to deal with but here in the Bemidji area we are capable of growing almost any kind of vegetable in the seed catalog. This class is for anybody who is new to gardening or who would like to discuss different ways of gardening. The instructor will share what works for him.
The class will be oriented towards both soil gardening and raised bed gardening depending on what your needs are.
#GZ3 Tues 4/4 6pm-8pm
Location: PBC RM 27 Cost: $20
NEW-Raised Bed & Container Gardening
Instructor: Daniel Sherman
Are you curious about raised beds and or container gardening? If you don’t have space to grow an earth garden this session is for you! The instructor loves his soil but grows in raised beds as well and has had much success with it. He will share his tips and tricks on how to successfully garden in containers and raised beds in Northern Mn.
#RBG Tues 5/2 6pm-8pm
Location: PBC RM 27 Cost: $20
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Adult Enrichment: Food & Drink
Online Cooking Classes
with Chef Tess
Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos
Ingredient list for shopping sent out 5 days prior via email/link for class is sent 2 days prior and after the class you will receive the recipe packet to keep. Please check website for each class description
All class times are 4pm-6pm Cost is $35 each class
CHOOSE FROM:
• Valentine Strawberry (Rolls) & Chocolate Dreams: Sat 2/4
• Copycat Big Mac Attack, & No-Churn Ice Cream: Sat 2/25
• Mediterranean Mezze: Sat 3/4
• Instant Pot Carnitas,Classic Chili & Homemade Potato Rolls: Sat 3/11
• Focaccia, Stromboli, & Calzones: Sat 3/25
• Creamy Tuscan Gnocci W/ Chicken and Homemade Bread: Sat 4/22
• Fun with Falafel! Falafel, Pita Pockets & Dips: Sat 5/6
• California Sushi Roll Extravaganza: Sat 5/13
Fresh Rustic Bread
Instructor: Francois Fouquerel
Easter is right around the corner, and what better time to break bread with your family or loved ones? This class will give you an opportunity to add fresh bread to your table. In a hands on approach, you will make three different kinds of bread: small individual rolls, crusty sourdough boules, and a no knead loaf with a Minnesota flair, all while learning a little French language!
Bring two, 2 gallon sized containers to take dough home. All ingredients and utensils provided.
François is a native of Normandy, France, and is a year round baker at Concordia Language Villages.
#FRB Tues 3/28 5pm-9pm
Location: Concordia Language Villages- French Village Kitchen9770 Rue de Compiegne NE Cost $40
Pop Up Shop with Sundog Handmade Treats
Instructor: Muriel Kingery
The February pop up shop is unique! You can come and make the cookies hands on in person OR register to pick up a kit and take home!
Pre-register/pick up on designated date/Do at home on your own time!
The February shop is unique! You can either come and make the cookies hands on OR choose to pick up a kit and take home!
All class/pick up times are 6pm-8pm
• #HOC- Feb-Lots of Love-Thurs 2/9 / Make 6 cookies/Cost $30
• #PUS--Feb-Lots of Love -Thurs 2/9
• #PUS-March/Luck O’ The Irish-Thurs 3/16
• #PUS-April/Signs of Springs-Thurs 4/13
• #PUS-May/Flowers for Mom-Thurs 5/11
Location: Feb Class in person/pick up PBC Cafeteria
All other classes pick up PBC Entryway
12 Cookie Kits $30
6 Cookie Kits $20
DON’T SEE A CLASS YOU ARE LOOKING FOR?
We are always looking for new class ideas. Visit our website at www.bemidjicommunityed.com Scroll to the bottom to quicklinks/suggest a class
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Adult Enrichment: Dance
All dance classes are instructed by Suzy & Hondo Langhout & held at Suzy & Hondo School of Dance- 1259 Tyler Ave. SE
*For all dance classes please dress in layers and bring a water bottle. Bring shoes with a smooth bottom/ no flip flops or work boots.
Folk Dancing
Folk Dances are the story of people’s culture expressed through movement and are the basis for all of our Ballroom dances. They are influenced by music, lifestyle and geography and are used to reinforce a culture’s sense of identity.
Session includes explanations of the dances, introductions to cultural steps, instruction and practice time.
Cost is per person, no partner needed, there is no pre-requisite and you must pre-register.
#FOD: Tues 3/14-3/28
5:30pm-6:45pm
Cost $40
Line Dance Introduction
Learn (or review) the most popular line dances.. and a few of our favorites! You will be introduced to The Electric Slide, Cupid Shuffle, Copperhead Road,Cha Cha Slide,Tush Push, Boot Scootin’ Boogie, Saturday Night Fever, Black Velvet, Sixteen Steps, Wagon Wheel, Honky Tonk Stomp and more! Each session may include some line dance history, musicality, instruction and practice/review time. All students are advised to dress in layers and bring a water bottle. Bring shoes with a smooth bottom/ no flip flops or work boots.
#LDI: Choose From Mon 2/6
Mon 3/13
Mon 4/3
Mon 5/8
Cost $10 EACH session
5:00pm-5:45pm
Social Dance: Ballroom Rhythm
Activities in this session will help develop ease, comfort and confidence in social dance situations. Grab your partner or friend and in this standalone Ballroom Rhythm series learn: Patterns Partnering Movement Skills Lead and follow Musicality
#SDBR: Tues 2/7-2/28
5:30pm-6:45pm (Skip 2/14)
Cost $40
Social Dance: Country Activities in this session will help develop ease, comfort and confidence in social dance situations. Grab your partner or friend or come and meet someone new in this standalone Country series learn: Patterns Partnering Movement Skills Lead and follow Musicality
#SDC: Tues 5/2- 5/16
5:30-6:45pm Cost $40
Social Dance: Swing Dance 6 count Activities in this session will help develop ease, comfort and confidence in social dance situations. Grab your partner or friend or come and meet someone new in this standalone Swing Dance 6 count series learn: Patterns Partnering Movement Skills Lead and follow Musicality
#SD6: Tues 4/4-4/25
5:30pm-6:45pm Cost $40
SMILE:
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Yoga Classes with instructor: Mandi ManteufelUnderwood, RYT. All classes are held at Amity Yoga Studio/504 Beltrami Ave. All classes: You may bring your own mat and props or use the studios.
Intro to Soma Yoga
Learn about Soma yoga, a blend of somatics, therapeutic yoga and traditional hatha yoga. This class is slow and mindful. Focus is on the mind body connection to create effective changes in muscles and joints. This class is great for any level of yoga practitioner looking to increase ease in their body.
#ISY: Wed 5/3-5/31 5:30pm-6:45pm
Cost $50
Soma Relax
A therapeutic yoga class pairing somatic movements with restorative yoga poses. Restorative yoga poses are held from 5 to 15 minutes and yoga props are used to support the body in relaxing into the yoga posture. Somatic movements will precede the restorative postures to strengthen the mind body connection and promote relaxation. This class series will focus on inviting deep relaxation to the body and mind. Class is suitable for any yoga practitioner.
#SR: Wed 3/22-4/26 5:30pm-6:45pm
Cost $60
Soma Yoga for Back Care
Therapeutic yoga class focused on reeducating the back muscles to release back tension,build strength and increase mobility. This class is suitable to any yoga practitioner and anyone wanting to work towards more ease in their body.
#YBC: Wed 2/1-3/8
Cost $60
Chair Yoga
Enjoy 60 minutes of yoga from the comfort of a chair. A gentle class suitable for all levels of yoga practitioners.
Class emphasis will be on building coordination, strength and mobility. Each class will begin with breath work, mindful movement and close with guided meditation and stillness. Mats are not necessary for this class.
#CY: Choose From Mon 3/6-3/27 10am-11am Mon 4/17-5/15 10am-11am ( skip 5/1) Cost $40 each session
NEW-Yoga for Transitions
Learn from yoga and ayurveda how to transition into spring. In this two hour workshop you will be invited to engage in a yoga practice. The second part of the workshop will focus on ayurveda and yoga practices to aid in gentle seasonal transitions. Opportunity to discuss and practice/ try some yogic tools will be part two of this workshop.
#YFT Sun 4/2 2pm-4pm Cost $20
Yoga Classes with instructor: Dionne Daly, E-RYT 500. All classes are held at: Dionne’s OM Yoga Studio- 218 Minnesota Ave NW. All classes: Please bring your own mat.
Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga is geared as a fast or moderate paced class. Strength and flexibility will be developed with this vigorous and powerful sequence of posture designed by Sri. Pattabhi Jois traditional Primary & Second Series. Dionne has been studying under Manju Pattabhi Jois for several years and other master Ashtanga teachers. All levels are welcome, modifications are given to beginners.
#AYI:Choose From Thurs 2/9-2/23 OR Thurs 3/9-3/23
Cost$ $60 each session/ Class time is 6pm-7pm
Slow Flow Yoga For Women
Slow Flow Yoga is geared directly toward the specific needs of beginning women. Women typically have tight hips, hamstrings, and shoulders. This class will focus on bringing awareness and opening to these areas of the body, through the Vinyasa system of linking breath and movement, for those who want a gentle moving class. All learners welcome! Bring yoga blocks, a strap, and mat to class.
#SFYW:Choose From Tues 2/7-2/28 (skip 2/14) Tues 3/7-3/28 (skip 3/21)
Tues 4/4-4/18 Tues 5/2-5/16
Cost: $45 each session/Class time for each is 6pm-7pm
Guided Meditation
Short & Long guided meditations. This class will lower stress and heal the body and heart. All levels are welcome. Bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket, shawl, and a meditation pillow if you have one.
#GM: Choose From Wed 2/8 6-7pm Wed 3/8 6-7pm Cost $ 15 Each session
Online Health & Wellness Offerings:
Instructor: Janice Novak
Janice Novak has a Master’s Degree in Health Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations.
All classes are online- A link and handout will be sent via email 2 days prior to class
Please check website for each class description
Cost of each class $29 and each class time is 6pm-7:30pm
Choose From:
• Acupressure to Relieve Stress, Anxiety, Insomnia & More -Thurs 3/9
• Avoid the Pitfalls fo Perimenopause/MenopauseWed 2/8
• De-Age Your Brain-Tues 4/11
• Face Yoga-Wed 4/12
• Is Your Waistband Too Tight Today-Wed 2/15
• Overcome Your Carbohydrate Cravings-Thurs 2/23
• Posture,Get it Straight! Look 10 Years Younger,10 Pounds Thinner and Feel Better Than Ever- Tues 4/18
• Seated Abdominal Strengtheners That Won’t Stress Your Back or Neck-Tues 2/28
• Techniques To Activate Your Brain’s Creativity Center-Thurs 4/13
• The Art of De-Aging: Peel Years Off Your Bio AgeTues 5/16
• Womens Heart Health-Wed 2/1
NEW-Driving, Dr. Visits, Legal and Financial Planning
Instructor:Alzheimer’s Association
When someone is showing signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Often, conversations with family about changing behaviors can be challenging and uncomfortable. This program provides tips for breaking the ice with your family so you can address some of the most common issues that are difficult to discuss: going to the doctor for a diagnosis
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Adult Enrichment: Wellness & Recreation
or medical treatment, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans for future care.
#DDLF: Mon 3/13 6:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Online Cost:$10
Zoom link sent to email day prior to class
NEW-Effective Communications Strategies
Instructor:Alzheimer’s Association
Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.
#DDLF: Thurs 4/13 6:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Online Cost:$10
Zoom link sent to email day prior to class
NEW-Healthy Living For Your Brain And Body
Instructor:Alzheimer’s Association
For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.
#HLBB: Wed 2/15 6:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Online
Cost:$10
Zoom link sent to email day prior to class
NEW-DrumFit
Instructor: Cathy Marcotte
Instructor Highlight: When I was younger, I danced professionally in Japan. I am excited to offer this new session to Community Ed. I have been teaching with you for about 3 years but have been teaching dance/ fitness in Bemidji for 18+years.
Also offered at Cathy’s Studio this session: Polercize & Oula Dance!
A turn-key, innovative PE program that uses video streaming technology to combine cardio, music, dance, rhythm and drumming to benefit both the mind and body. All ages welcome!
#DR: Choose From
Thurs 3/9-3/30 6:15pm-7:15pm
Tues 4/4-4/25 6:15pm-7:15pm
Location: PBC Gym
Cost $ 40 Each session
Pickleball for Beginners
Instructors: Sherry Hill & Doreen Zierer
Have you heard of the pickleball craze? It’s been around for awhile but if you are looking for a refresher or want to learn the basics this 4 class session is for you! The first 30 minutes will be educational and then open play. All equipment included. Just wear comfy clothes and shoes.
#PBB Wed 6pm-8pm
Location: Gene Dillon Aux Gym Cost $50
NEW-Open Pickleball
Instructors: Staff of Comm Ed
Grab your family and friends and come play pickleball. No experience necessary/Our staff can help answer questions and show you how to play if you don’t know anything about it OR if you are an experienced player come have some fun!
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED/NO WALK- INS #OPB Sun 3:30pm-6:30pm
Location: BHS Aux Gym
Cost: $20/one hour court time NO equipment rental/up to 4 people $25/one hour court time + equipment rental/up to 4 people
Walking Club
Instructors: Staff of Comm Ed
Join Community Ed’s Walking Club and walk with ease indoors at the Bemidji High School Inside Track ( Upstairs gym) You MUST wear your membership card to walk. Membership card can be picked up at Bemidji Community Ed/Front Desk 3300 Gillette Dr NW
Cost: $25 for School Year Membership ( Sept 2022-May 2023)
Times: Mon-Fri 6am-7:30am/6pm-9pm/ Sat: 9am-2pm/Sun 12pm-6pm
Monthly Calendars will be sent out via email No Walk Club on Non-School days or when a home activity is home
Co-ed Open Power Volleyball
If you enjoy power volleyball and want more court time, this class is for you! Join this fun, passionate group of Co ed players and show off your skills! Experience in power volleyball is preferred. Class size limited to 28 and is for 18yo+ #OPVB: Fri 2/10-4/28 7pm-9pm (skip 3/10 & 4/7)
Location: Gene Dillon Gyms Cost $48
Co-ed Power Volleyball League
Instructor: Ray Leinbach
Put together a co-ed team for Power Volleyball League. Have a good time and enhance your skills. Some knowledge and experience in power volleyball is necessary. It’s more fun this way. Teams limited to first come first served. Sign up as a team, no individual fees taken. For Ages 18 and Older.
#PVBL: Wed 2/8-4/26 6pm-10:30pm (skip 3/8)
Location: Gene Dillon Gyms Cost $200
Oula Dance Fitness
Instructor: Angie Haasch
Oula dance fitness merges cardio with easy to follow choreography, mindfulness practices, and a culture of inclusivity- all to an energetic pop soundtrack. Every Oula class empowers participants to challenge their bodies and process their emotions through music, movement, and most importantly a community connection.
#ODF: Choose From Tues 2/7-3/14 6:10pm-7:10pm Tues 3/21-4/25 6:10pm-7:10pm
Location: First City Dance Studio657 Mag 7 Crt SW
Cost $60 Each Session
Polercize
Instructor: Amanda Strand
Millions of everyday women like you have discovered Pole dancing as a great source of mental and physical exercise. This class will tone, burn calories, increase flexibility & strength all in a fun and inviting atmosphere. Classes are designed for women of all ages, sizes, flexibility and dance levels. You can wear comfortable shoes or use your bare feet.
#PRC Wed 2/15-3/22 6:15pm-7:15pm
Location: First City Dance Studio657 Mag 7 Crt SW Cost $70
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Adult Enrichment: Wellness & Recreation
Get Golf Ready students receive 5 hours of instruction over 5 sessions. Sessions will feature instruction on putting, short game, and full-swing technique. Each student will receive a 5 bag range pass. ($30 value). Any weather make-up days will be the following week.
conflicting advice? Are you nervous to start the game? This 5 Session clinic combines instruction, fun, and a no-pressure on-course golf experience. All you need to bring is... Just yourself, a desire to have fun, and perhaps a few friends to enjoy the great outdoors. Golf clubs, balls and other equipment will be provided for your use. Meet at the Pro-Shop on the first night.
#GRW: Choose From Mon 5/1-6/5 5pm-6pm (skip 5/29) Tues 5/2-5/30 6pm-7pm
Location: Bemidji Town & Country Club2425 Birchmont Beach Rd. NE Cost $85
Get Golf Ready Level 2,
Intermediate Adult Golf
Instructor: Rick Grand, PGA
Get Golf Ready 2 is designed for GGR 1, Beginning Adult Golf graduates and intermediate golfers. This (5) session class will build upon what was learned in GGR Level 1. We will reinforce basics learned, but also expand golf skills and knowledge such as effective practice, bunker play, and uneven lies, etc. Meet at Pro Shop on night one.
#GRI: Mon 5/1-6/5 5pm-6pm (skip 5/29)
Location: Bemidji Town & Country Club2425 Birchmont Beach Rd. NE Cost $85
Pilates (In Person Class)
Instructor: Lindsay Potter
Pilates is a mix of toning and stretching movements focusing on the core muscles- No two classes are the same! We slowly build up each week to more challenging movements, but many movements can be modified for personal needs. This class has a mix of different exercises from Yoga on our mats to exercises on the wall. Come and lose inches and tone up while having fun! Class is for ages 16+
Retro
80’s
Aerobics
Instructor: Suzy Langhout
Do you remember the Aerobics Craze of the 80’s and 90’s? Get ready to jump back in time and grapevine, jumping jack and twist to the great music of the time! Suzy will be the lead instructor with over 15 years of experience teaching aerobic group classes. Hondo will be available to modify and drop in humor along the way. Please bring a water bottle and be ready to have some fun!
#RA: Choose From Wed 2/8-2/22
Wed 3/15-3/29
Wed 5/3-5/17
Location:Suzy & Hondo School of Dance1259 Tyler Ave. SE
Cost $ 30 Each session/Times of each class are 5:30pm-6:15pm
YogaFit
Instructor: Suzy Langhout
Founded in 1994, YogaFit is the largest yoga school in North America. Best known for their safe approach, you will find these methods transformational, inclusive, and life changing. This style overcomes the mystery of yoga by delivering a practical,userfriendly style with its accessible, understandable and adaptable for a wide variety of ages, fitness levels, backgrounds and health conditions. Bring a yoga mat, water bottle and (yoga block or strap - optional).
#YGF: Choose From Tues 2/7-2/28 (skip 2/14)
Tues 3/14-3/28
Tues 4/4-4/25 (skip 4/18)
Tues 5/2-5/16
Location: Suzy & Hondo School of Dance1259 Tyler Ave. SE
Cost $ 30 Each session/Times of each class are 12pm-1pm
Get
Golf Ready Level 1, Beginning Adult Golf Clinic
Instructor: Rick Grand, PGA
Get Golf Ready Level 1 is designed to teach the beginner/ new golfer everything needed to play golf in just a few lessons. Each session will focus on the various golf skills you will use while playing. In addition to learning the basics, you will be guided onto the golf course to put your skills to action in a casual, friendly setting. Golf equipment will be provided for all participants in need. Open to men and women. Meet at the Pro Shop on night one.
#BAG: Choose From
Mon 5/1-6/5 6pm-7pm (skip 5/29)
Tues 5/2-5/30 5pm-6pm
Location: Bemidji Town & Country Club2425 Birchmont Beach Rd. NE Cost $85
Get Golf Ready Level 1,
Instructor: Rick Grand, PGA
Golf For Women
Golf for Women is designed to teach female golfers everything needed to play the game of golf in just a few lessons. Does everyone seem to offer
#PLS: Choose From Tues 2/7-3/28 4pm-4:45pm (skip 3/7) Tues 4/4-5/16 4pm-4:45pm
Location: PBC Gym Cost $ 56 Each Session
Pilates (Online Zoom Class)
Instructor: Lindsay Potter
Enjoy a live Pilates workout from the comfort of your own home! This 35-minute class is a mix of toning and stretching movements focusing on the core muscles. Movements can be modified for personal needs. Participants need a yoga mat, hand towel, 2-5 lb. hand weights, and water bottle. Email address is required with registration.
Those signing up for this class should be comfortable with the use of a tablet or computer.
The link to access the online classroom will be sent via email prior to class. Classes will be recorded and emailed to those that cannot attend live.
#POZ: Choose From Thurs 2/9-3/30 4pm-4:35pm (skip 3/9)
Thurs 4/6-5/18 4pm-4:35pm
Location: Online Cost $42 Each Session
ZUMBA GOLD
Instructor: Beth VanEngelenhoven ZUMBA GOLD is just as fun and effective as ZUMBA! It is for anyone looking for a modified ZUMBA class that recreates the original dance fitness moves of ZUMBA at a lower-intensity. No dance skills needed - just smile and enjoy a cardiobased workout that doesn’t “feel” like a workout. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow ZUMBA choreography that focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance.
Great for beginners, those new to exercise and the active older adult. Class open to women and men. Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave feeling energized, strong…and very happy!
#ZGW: Choose From M,W 2/1-3/8 (skip 2/20,2/27,3/6) OR M,W 3/13-4/5
Location:Boss Lady Fitness 1710 Paul Bunyan Dr NW #110
Cost: $60 Each session/Class times are 9:30am-10:15am
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Adult Enrichment: Wellness & Recreation
R.I.P.P.E.D.
Instructor: Leah Hendricks
Experience this total body “plateau proof fitness formula” workout, utilizing resistance and cardio training, which masterfully combines Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, and Diet components (R.I.P.P.E.D.) to help you attain and maintain your physique in ways that are fun, safe, doable and extremely effective. R.I.P.P.E.D. is much more than a weight loss cardio workout. It is an athletic based-overall-body-conditioning program that will help you lose unwanted weight and inches, while increasing your strength and lean muscle mass in a short period of time.
Bring desired hand weights that are at your comfort level, water bottle, sweat towel, and fitness mat.
#RIP: Choose From Thurs 2-2-3/23 OR Thurs 4/6-5/25 (skip 4/13)
Location: PBC Gym
Cost $80 Each session/Class times are 5:15 pm-6:00 pm
Tabata
Instructor: Leah Hendricks
Tabata is four minutes of high-intensity training, alternating between 20 seconds of max training followed by a 10-second rest for a total of 8 rounds. These workouts are fast-paced, fun, and burn up tons of calories.
Bring a set of hand weights (depends on your comfort level for weight), a mat, and water bottle.
#TAB: Choose From Tues 2/7-3/28 (skip 3/14) OR Tues 4/4-5/23
Location: PBC Gym
Cost:$70 Each session/Class times are 5:15pm-6:00pm
T’ai
Chi Chih Joy Thru Movement I
Instructor: Michelle Crow
T’ai Chi Chih is a mindfulness moving meditation. The set of 19 movements and one pose is soft, flowing and easy to learn. Benefits may include peace of mind, improved health, improved balance and coordination, and joy. The “Beginners I” session is for new students or for previous TCC students that would like a review. The “Beginners I” session will focus on movements 1-10. Each class will be a combination of learning new movements and a review of previous movements learned.
#TCC: Thurs 3/3-3/23 5:30pm-6:30pm
Location: PBC RM 27 Cost $40
T’ai Chi Chih Joy Thru Movement II
Instructor: Michelle Crow
T’ai Chi Chih is a mindfulness moving meditation. The set of 19 movements and one pose is soft, flowing and easy to learn. Benefits may include peace of mind, improved health, improved balance and coordination, and joy. The “Beginners II” session is for T’ai Chi Chih students that have previously participated in a beginners class. The “Beginners II” session will focus on movements 11-19 and one pose. Each class will be a combination of learning new movements and a review of previous movements learned.
#TCC: Thurs 4/13-5/4 5:30pm-6:30pm
Location: PBC RM 27 Cost $40
Yamuna Body Rolling
Instructor:Ana Cecilia Paola
Yamuna Body Rolling is exercise in a non-exercise form, one that combines relaxing, pleasurable effects of massage with the toning effect of exercise, only using the ball. Benefits include improved posture,increased range of motion, increased muscle tone, increased organ function and much more. Yamuna Body Rolling is designed for nonexercisers as well as exercise enthusiasts, no matter the age. All ages welcome!
Balls will be provided- Yoga Mat Required
Visit class description for recommendation/disclaimers
#YBR: Choose From Thurs 3/2-3/23 OR Thurs 4/6-4/27
Location: PBCCafeteria/Gym
Cost $60 Each session/Each class time is 6pm-7pm
NEW-Yamuna Body Rolling/Couples Session
Instructor: Ana Cecilia Paola
Bring your loved one and try something new you can explore together! Yamuna Body Rolling is exercise in a non-exercise form, one that combines relaxing, pleasurable effects of massage with the toning effect of exercise, only using the ball. Benefits include improved posture,increased range of motion, increased muscle tone, increased organ function and much more. Yamuna Body Rolling is designed for non-exercisers as well as exercise enthusiasts, no matter the age. All ages welcome!
Balls will be provided -Yoga Mat Required
Visit class description for recommendation/disclaimers #YBRC: Tues 2/21 6pm-7:15pm
Location: PBC Gym
Cost: $30 (cost is per couple)
Yamuna Face
Instructor: Ana Cecilia Paola
In this group class, you will learn how to align and get the impact out of the facial bones. Then we will get more focused work around the eyes or mouth, since these are the areas where most people hold tension and wrinkle patterns. It is amazing how realigning and improving the bones and muscles of the skull and face can correct old, stuck patterns in the hips and pelvis.
Balls will be provided for each session. Yoga Mat and Water Bottle. Contraindications for the Face Work Sessions: Please see description on website.
#YF: Choose From Tues 2/28 OR Tues 4/18
Location: PBC Cafeteria
Cost: $20 Each Session/Class times are 6pm-7pm
Yamuna Foot Fitness
Instructor: Ana Cecilia Paola
Nobody told you how. Whatever walking pattern you started with got more ingrained in your body as you grew older. Yamuna Foot Fitness will educate you to understand why you have a foot problem and what your feet need to be healthy. You can fix your own feet
Please bring Yoga Mat- Balls provided #YFF: Choose From Tues 3/21 OR Tues 5/2
Location:PBC Gym
Cost:$20 Each Session/Class times are 6pm-7pm
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Enrichment:
& Recreation SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST: If the class you want is full, sign up for the wait list! There’s no fee and we often have changes or add more sections.
Adult
Wellness
Excel: Beginning Formulas
Instructor: Kari Wood, Ph.D.
This 90 minute Excel 365/2016/2019 beginning training will cover 1 unit, up to 2 topics, and approximately 15 tasks in a business orientated project. Learn the fundamentals of creating and editing basic formulas in Excel. Enter formulas, edit functions, use relative and absolute references, and 3D references. This course is for individuals whose job responsibilities include creating and inputting basic formulas
*Prerequisites: Basic Windows, keyboarding, mouse skills, and a basic understanding of Excel. This is a 90 minute course from start to finish.
Course fee includes a training manual. Use of computers provided.
# EBF: Choose From Wed 3/15 OR Wed 3/22 / Class Times 12 pm-1:30 pm
Location: Professional Building Suite #17-522 Beltrami Ave NW
Cost: $70 Each session/ Registration deadline 3/12
DAYTIME CLASSiPhone Basics for Seniors
Instructor: Adam Washburn
Are you a Senior and confused on how to use your iPhone? Sign up for iPhone Basics for Seniors to learn about technology lingo, establish safe browsing habits, learn about the life-saving features built into your phone, and learn how to craft secure passwords and save them to your device. This class will help you with understanding the iPhone technical issues and internet safety procedures that you might come across. You will leave this session feeling confident and safe on how to use your iPhone
This class is for anyone who needs help or has questions on iPhone’s
#iPBS: Choose From Tues 3/14 OR Mon 5/8
Location: PBC RM 27 Cost $5 Each session/Class times are 10:30am-12:00pm
ASL I & II /Online
Instructor: Heath Focken
Have fun learning the basics of American Sign Language & conversation skills. Signs will be taught in an easy, organized manner for best retention. All skill levels are welcome! Take These sessions as a family and learn something new together!
Recommended to learn the ABC’S prior to joining. This class is an online option only. Link will be sent the day of class.
*Classes are recorded and sent day after each class for students to practice at home and if can’t attend live class*
#ASL I: Thurs 4/6-4/27
7pm-8pm
#ASl II: Thurs 5/4-5/23
7pm-8pm
Location: Online Cost: $50 Each Session
NEW-Five Money Questions for Women
Instructor: Ashley Stevens
This session provides an in-depth look at “Five Money Questions for Women” (health, family, purpose and finances). You will be empowered to think through your own circumstances, goals and challenges so that you can take action today and impact your quality of life in retirement.
#FMQ: Tues 3/7
5:30pm-6:30pm
Location: PBC Rm 27 Cost: $10
NEW-What Happens After the Paycheck Stops/Retirement
Instructor: Ashley Stevens
Are you nearing retirement and curious how that will look? In this session you will explore how to budget for retirement, discuss strategies to provide for your financial goals and address any potential risks.
#WHP: Thurs 3/23
5:30pm-6:30pm Location: PBC RM 27 Cost: $10
Adult First Aid, CPR/AED
Instructor: Dan Carlson
Emergency First Response Primary Care ® (CPR) teaches participants how to respond to life-threatening breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults. Emergency First Response Secondary Care ® (First Aid) will teach injury assessment, illness assessment, bandaging, and splinting for dislocations & fractures. Participants will learn through a combination of knowledge development, skill development and realistic scenario practice to ensure they have
confidence in their ability to provide care when emergency situations arise. The Emergency First Response program meets requirements for CPR and First Aid in the workplace (OSHA Guideline 29 CFR 1910.151), and incorporates the latest procedures for emergency patient care.
Course fee includes instruction, Primary and Secondary Care manual, barriers, and certification card.
#CPR
INITIAL: Tues 2/21-3/28 (SKIP 3/14)
6pm-8pm
Location: PBC RM 27 Cost $75+Additional $25 payable to the instructor first day of class
REFRESHER: Tues 2/21-3/28 (SKIP 3/14) 6pm-8pm Location: PBC Rm 27 Cost: $75 (Bring original CPR manuals along with copy of CPR Card)
Instructors need to know how many students will be attending to help them plan materials. Some classes fill quickly and have size limits. Late Registration may cause a class to be canceled due to low enrollments, so please sign up as soon as possible.
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Enrichment: Personal & Professional Development Register Early:
Adult
Please Note!
NEW-Birch Bark Earrings
Instructor: Angie Behr
Come and enjoy a DIY for yourself and your ears with these adorable Earrings. Makes a perfect gift for a loved one as well! Choose from a variety of Birch Bark and other materials to make these unique and one of a kind!
#BBE: Thurs 3/23 6pm-8pm
Location: Twine & Gable new location: 228 4th St NW
Cost: $10+ Pay instructor additional $15 for material fee.
Can make an additional pair of earrings for $20 each.
NEW-DIY Leather Earrings
Instructor: Angie Behr
Come and enjoy a DIY for yourself and your ears with these adorable Earrings. Makes a perfect gift for a loved one as well! Choose from a variety of different leather.
#LE: Tues 2/28 6pm-8pm
Location: Twine & Gable new location: 228 4th St NW
Cost: $10+ Pay instructor additional $15 for material fee.
Can make an additional pair of earrings for $20 each.
NEW-Knitted Socks for the Intermediate Knitter
Instructor: Angie Behr
In this session you will knit your own socks to keep your toes cozy this season. This class is for the intermediate level/knitter.
#KS: Tues 4/4 6pm-8pm
Location: Twine & Gable new location: 228 4th St NW
Cost: $10+ Pay instructor additional $15 for material fee.
DIY Mystery Craft Kit For Adults
Instructor: Comm Ed Staff
Create a modern and fresh craft project that will enhance you or your home! This DIY art project will
have a seasonal or home decor theme. All materials are provided along with step-by-step instructions. Feel creative on your own schedule and be surprised at the quality and fun that you will have!
Kits can be picked up at the Community Ed building located at 3300 Gillette Dr NW OR can ship directly to you for an additional fee.
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE MID OF EACH MONTH AND BE READY TO PICK UP BY END OF MONTH.
Participants will receive an email when the kit is ready for pick up/shipped.
#DIYMC: Feb, March, April, May
Cost: $25 if picking up $35 if want shipped
NEW-Needle Felted Angel
Instructor: Angie Headlee
Learn how to needle felt with this adorable angel. Add fun details to create a one of a kind piece No experience necessary- ALL LEARNERS WELCOME Supplies will be provided for you (wool, felting needle, felting pad)
#NFA:Thurs 3/23 6pm-7pm
Location: PBC Rm 27
Cost: $10 + additional $30 to pay instructor for materials provided
NEW-Needle Felted Snowman
Instructor: Angie Headlee
Learn how to needle felt with this cute snowman. Add fun details to create a one of a kind piece No experience necessary- ALL LEARNERS WELCOME Supplies will be provided for you (wool, felting needle, felting pad)
#NFS:Thurs 2/23 6pm-7pm
Location: PBC Rm 27
Cost: $10 + additional $30 to pay instructor for materials provided
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Not all classes make the brochure-check our website for new classes added throughout the session.
Adult Enrichment: Arts & Crafts
Summer Adult Enrichment:
NEW-Bus Tour: Kelliher History Center & Big Bog
Join Beltrami County Historical Society for a bus tour of Camp Rabideau, a Civilian Conservation Corps camp established as part of the “New Deal” in 1935 and one of the most complete camps still in existence. Following our camp tour, we’ll visit the Blackduck Area History and Arts Center for even more history and featured local artists.
Box/Sack Lunch is included in the tour.
Disclaimers: This tour requires walking on potentially uneven or hilly terrain.
#BTK: Fri 8/18 11am-3pm
Location: Beltrami Historical Society Parking Lot Cost: $50
NEW- Disc Golf For Beginners
Instructor: James Powell
Disc Golf is a variant of ball golf, but with special frisbees or flying discs. However, instead of hitting a ball off a tee and aiming at getting it down a hole in as few strokes as possible, disc golf involves throwing a disc from the tee and hitting an above-ground target in as few throws as you can. In this session you will learn the basics, skills and acquire the knowledge on how to play disc golf.
Fee includes a midrange disc that you will take when the session is done.
All Ages Welcome/Anybody can do this!
Disclaimer: The course requires walking on potentially uneven or hilly terrain & no bathrooms will be available at the course.
#DGB: Choose From Mon 8/7-8/28
Session I: 2pm-3:30pm OR Session II:3:30pm-5:00pm
Location: Gene Dillon Disc Golf Course/Park in the parking lot near football field Cost: $50
Adult Enrichment: Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving
Instructors: Kelly Johnson/Scott Mattfield
According to Minnesota state law, people aged 55 and older who complete a state approved defensive driving course are eligible to receive a 10%, three-year discount on auto insurance.
Location for ALL sessions: PBC Rm 27
NEW-MN Twins Game
Instructor: Staff Comm Ed
Take Me Out to the Ball Game! Enjoy a summer day at Target Field, as we watch our Minnesota Twins take on the Texas Rangers! The fee includes round trip transportation by motor coach bus, and admission to the game. All meals and other expenses are on your own.
Depart Bemidji at 7:00am, with an approximate 9:00PM return time.
Cancellations/Refunds & Credits will not be granted after July 27, 2023, NO EXCEPTIONS After you have registered, additional information will be mailed to you.
#MTG: Sun 8/27
Game Time: 1:10pm
Location: Meet at BHS Parking Lot Cost: $40 per person
INITIAL COURSES:
#DDI: Choose From
Tues 2/14: 9am-5pm
Mon 3/13:9am-5pm
Mon 4/17 & Tues 4/18: Both evenings 5pm-9pm
Mon 5/15: 9am-5pm
Mon 8/14: 9am-5pm
Cost: $30
REFRESHER COURSES:
#DDR: Choose From
Tues 2/14: 9am-1pm
Mon 3/13:9am-1pm
Mon 4/17 5pm-9pm
Mon 5/15: 9am-1pm
Mon 8/14: 9am-1pm
Cost: $25
COMMUNITY EDUCATION & RECREATION INSTRUCTORS:
Want to earn extra income? Com Ed is looking for people who would like to share their skills. talents, hobbies, interest with the community by teaching a class. Please visit our website @ www.bemidjicommunityed.com/ scroll to the bottom to quicklinks/teach a class
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