Stillwater Community Education

Join us for Adaptive Pickleball, a fun and inclusive program designed for individuals with special needs. This class offers a supportive environment where participants can learn and enjoy the game of pickleball, tailored to meet a variety of needs. Equipment will be provided. Our adults with disabilities, adaptive programs are designed to meet the unique needs of those that are 18 years or older with special needs. These program move at a pace that is flexible in order to meet the needs of those participating in the class. We are proud to be partnering with Valley Friendship to provide an outstanding experience for all involved.

Prepare for the holiday season and create core memories as you and your child work together to create a cute, colorful advent calendar. You’ll love creating together, then counting down to the holiday as you add a handmade ornament to your calendar each day in December. Rate is for a family of four. If you have additional family members, please call our office. This class is recommended for children ages 2 to 9 years old.

Family Ninja Classes are for anyone 5 or older! This adult/child class is designed for both adults and kids to get moving and have fun together. You and your ninja will work together to learn how to tackle ninja obstacles, problem-solve courses, and build self-esteem! We have warped walls, angled steps, salmon ladders, cliff hangers, tilted ladders; all Ninja inspired obstacles! If you are looking for something different to do with your child and want to try a unique way to be active, come check this class out! *ALL fitness levels welcome! All classes are coached by an experienced Ninja Trainer. This class will be held at Conquer Ninja Gyms at 707 Commerce Dr Ste 120, Woodbury, MN 55125. Please register the adult and type the name(s) and age(s) of the child when registering.

Get ready for some Holiday clay fun! In this hands-on workshop, adults and children will explore the world of pottery together using real studio tools like a slab roller, extruder and electric pottery wheel. Participants will create one-of-a-kind holiday pieces and bring them to life with colorful glazes in the final class. This class is for adults and children 8 years and older. Please register for one adult and one child or one adult and two children. Classes are priced accordingly. There is a $30 supply fee for 1 adult and one child and a $45 supply fee for one adult and 2 children.

Advantage Educational Programs, in cooperation with Stillwater Area Community Education, will provide students an opportunity to prepare for the ACT national exam through their In-School ACT Prep Course, Virtual ACT Prep Course, or their Online ACT Prep Course. All three courses are designed for students who want to maximize their ACT score, as well as students who feel uneasy about their test-taking skills or are unsatisfied with results from a previous exam. For questions/information, contact Advantage at 612-222-5108. Self-Paced Online ACT Prep Course: This course is designed for students who prefer to prepare for the ACT exam on their own schedule and at their own pace. Instruction is pre-recorded and provided online, using videos and slides. Once enrolled, students may use the access code they receive to navigate through the course on their own timeline throughout the year.

Learn how to play pickleball, the fastest growing sport in America. The beginner course will introduce pickleball rules, body positioning, footwork, drills and doubles game strategy. Drills and strategy will focus on serves, returns, drop-shots, and dinks. The last 30 minutes of the course will be organized play. Participants can bring their own paddle or borrow one from the PAC. Prerequisites: None

Beyond the basics, you will learn a variety of lead-and-follow patterns to use in your single-time and triple-time East Coast Swing dancing. You’ll be ready to Swing dance ata variety of venues and to a variety of music genres!

Bring your child and up to fourteen of his/her friends to celebrate their birthday at the Pony Activity Center (PAC). Birthday groups will have access to one gym for 1.5 hours with 30 minute reserved space for cake and refreshments. There will be staff on site to assist with set up/cleanup of equipment and answer any questions you may have during the party. Appropriate supervision of children (at least 2 adults) is required and must be present for the duration of the party. All food and refreshments are provided by the hosting birthday party group. Tables and chairs will be provided for food and refreshments. Latex balloons are not allowed for birthday parties due to allergies. Registration must be completed 14 days prior to party date. Cancellations must be made two weeks prior to the party to receive a refund minus the $5 cancellation fee. All children attending the birthday party will need a signed waiver turned in before the birthday party begins. PAC Birthday Parties are intended for children ages 4-12 years of age. Gym games and activities may include: basketball, volleyball, floor hockey, dodgeball, whiffle ball, football and more. Preschool games and activities are also available.The staff will provide the necessary equipment; the host will organize and direct the party games. Parties available on select Saturdays and Sundays. Cost is $140 per party at the PAC. There is an additional $50 charge for added spaces. Please contact Trevor Gibson to discuss available dates and set up a reservation - 651-351-8068 or gibsont@stillwaterschools.org.

Join us for this Holi-DIY workshop! Perfect for adding a handmade touch to your holiday decor, these gnomes are easy to customize with your choice of our signature Lion Brand Yarn colors and embellishments. Our instructors will guide you through the process to create your unique gnome for you to cherish for years to come!

Dive into a dinosaur cartoon craze! We'll draw dinosaurs with exaggerated features and funny expressions, creating our own cartoon scenes. et ready for some wacky dino fun!

Turn your child’s love for art into something extraordinary this season! where we blend artistic skill-building with holiday cheer! Our drawing class will have your child laughing while learning. This class brings fresh, exciting projects like a globetrotting koala, a video game-inspired still life, and a goofy nutcracker. We’re also bringing characters to life: kids will draw silly food faces and even an action-packed basketball series for sports fans. They’ll master facial expressions and imaginative storytelling, boosting their confidence and artistic talent.