Skills Include: long shallow-angle dive from the side of the pool; head-first surface dives and retrieve objects; front and back crawl flip turns; tread water 5 minutes; sculling; and more. Strokes include: front crawl, elementary backstroke, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, and butterfly. Exit Skills Assessments:- 1. Perform a shallow-angle dive into deep water; swim front crawl for 50 yards and then swim elementary backstroke 50 yards.2. Swim breaststroke for 50 yards and then swim back crawl for 50 yards.3. Swim butterfly for 15+ yards.Prerequisites: Successfully demonstrate Level-4 skills. ~Please bring goggles~

Join us for Adult Basketball Night for men and women. Pick up a game or two with adults in your community! Registration required. Drop in available for $5/session!

Futura Language VIRTUAL COURSEAdult Conversational Spanish: Beginner Part 1 Always wanted to learn or refresh your Spanish? This class focuses on building conversational skills through interactive practice. Topics include greetings, pronunciation, numbers, food, clothing, and basic grammar. You'll engage in small conversations and explore cultural insights like word origins and dialects. Zoom access and basic computer skills required. Adult Conversational Spanish: Beginner Part 2 Continue your Spanish journey in Beginner Spanish Part Two! Build on conversational skills for directions, restaurants, and everyday interactions. Learn vocabulary on food, weather, dates, family, and key verbs like ser and tener. Explore cultural topics on food, family, and friendships. Open to new and returning students. Zoom access and basic computer skills required. Adult Conversational Spanish: Intermediate 1 This intermediate course helps adults improve conversation skills through interactive lessons. Topics include AR verb conjugation, infinitives, future tense, prepositions, and more. Practice making plans, discussing preferences, and explore holiday traditions in Spanish-speaking countries. Open to new students and previous Beginner Spanish Part 1 and 2 conversation participants. Zoom access and basic computer skills required. Adult Conversational Spanish: Spanish for Travelers Learn Spanish for travel from the comfort of home! This live, interactive course helps adults master essential phrases for greetings, dining, and directions. With Futura’s engaging approach, you’ll build confidence while having fun. Perfect for beginners and those with some experience. Zoom access and basic computer skills required.

Paul Landwehr is a retired Industrial Arts Woodworking Instructor. His concept for this class is to allow beginners & advanced students to learn woodworking at their level. Each student will choose a project based on their skill level after speaking with Paul. Student supplies needed include: wood materials, wood glue, sandpaper, and eye and ear protection. ALL supplies will be of store bought quality, no old lumber will be allowed. Other supplies/materials will be discussed when you speak with Paul. All of the supplies/materials needed to complete the project must be supplied by the student. Call Paul before the start of class to discuss your project ideas and skill level at (651) 757-5705 between 7-9pm. This is not a refinishing class, nor a mass production/assembly line class.

Blended Learning - online classroom instruction and hands-on CPR instruction This course will prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children and infants and meets OSHA/workplace requirements. This is a blended learning course including an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skill session. The online portion must be completed prior to attending the in-class portion and must be taken on a PC or tablet with a high speed Internet connection. Allow approximately 2 hours 30 minutes to complete the online portion. Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a digital certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years.This course is taught by an American Red Cross Instructor.

Try online cooking with this free mini class! Cook along with Kirsten as she makes Air FryerCrispy Polenta Rounds with Roasted Seasonal Vegetables. Recipe handout provided before classand link to class recording shared afterwards.

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is a fun and supportive program designed for parents and their children from birth through third grade. ECFE classes provide a welcoming and relaxed environment for families to connect, learn, and engage in thoughtful discussion with the guidance of a parent educator. Simultaneously, children will participate in developmentally appropriate activities across various domains, including art, literacy, mathematics, science, and gross motor skills. This class is for children birth - grade 3.This Saturday class is 25% off! (Discounted price is reflected in prices on registration.) ___________________________________________________________________ This class will explore all types of Art. .

This class is designed for those who want a whole body aerobic and strength training workout without strain on your joints and back. Water aerobics is a great combination of fun and exercise. Exercises will be modified depending on your level of fitness. No swimming ability is required.

Sarah Erickson Babysitting Basics Course (Ages 11–15) Participants must be at least 11 years old by the date of the class. Gain the skills and confidence you need to become a trusted babysitter in your neighborhood! This fun, hands-on 4-hour course is designed for youth ages 11–15 and focuses on safety, responsibility, and professionalism. What you’ll learn: How to care for infants and children, including feeding, handling, and diapering Basic first aid and safety practices Understanding child behavior Fun and age-appropriate activity ideas Emergency procedures and how to respond Leadership and communication skills Tips on starting and growing your babysitting business Upon successful completion of the course, participants are awarded a Farmington Community Education Babysitter certificate. This certificate indicates that on the date of the class, our Community Education instructor verifies that the person met all of the course objectives and could demonstrate proficiency in the skills and topics covered in the class. Please bring a lunch, water bottle, and snacks.

Basketball Tykes Camp Ages 2- 5 DASH Sports Basketball Tykes camps provide players an introductory experience to the great game of basketball through fun skill-based drills and mini-games. Players will be taught how to properly dribble, pass, shoot, and play defense in a fun and positive environment. Athletes should bring a water bottle. Balls are provided. Parent participation is required for the 2-3 year old group and recommended when needed for the 4-5 year old group.

Be a Better Writer: 10 Easy Tips to Improve Your Writing Now! We write everyday: emails, social media posts, work projects, and even non-fiction or creative writing. Improving is just a matter of knowing some simple tricks to make your writing more impactful and readable, and may help get you a promotion at work or avoid rejection from a publisher. In this hands-on session, there will be writing/editing examples and exercises so you can see in real time how to make sentences flow properly while still maintaining reader interest, and you will leave with a workbook full of writing tips and tricks, which is included in the class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Beginner's Guide to Getting Published If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. You will discover how to: become a “published” writer overnight submit manuscripts the correct way find the right publisher for your work write irresistible query letters determine when and how to get an agent 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop is a must! Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Beginner’s Guide to Using FREE ChatGPT (AI) for Writers ChatGPT (AI) is here to stay and is the future for writers and content creators. Don’t be left behind! No prior AI experience required. Do you want to learn how to incorporate the power of cutting-edge technology to gain ideas and inspiration, write web content, articles, and even novels or scripts? In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to: register for a FREE ChatGPT account input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses build creative content, from stories to marketing copy determine its capabilities and limitations understand ethical/legal considerations using ChatGPT There’s no doubt ChatGPT and similar AI systems will force the job market to evolve. It’s crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills, and be open to working in collaboration with AI, so start building your expertise in the world of ChatGPT now! The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Book Marketing Bootcamp: Promote Like a Pro Without a Publicist Self-published or indie authors—this high-impact session gives you the insider playbook for marketing on a budget. Explore the fastest, smartest ways to grow your author platform, engage readers, leverage social media, organize book launches/signings, run ads, secure reviews, and other proven tactics to turn your book into a must-read and keep sales climbing. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

This 4-week course provides Class A CDL training that will prepare participants to pass the Class A CDL driving test and meets all aspects of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Regulations. It is designed for those seeking employment as a Class A Commercial Driver. This training includes: Basic Operation, Safe Operating Procedures, Advanced Operating Procedures, Vehicle Systems, Reporting Malfunctions, and Non Driving Activities.To register for this course please contact Chris Hinrichs at chris.hinrichs@dctc.edu or call 651-423-8238 to inquire.You must register through Dakota County Technical College. Input in comments that you found this offering through Farmington Community Education.