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1st/2nd Grade Girls Pre-Season Basketball Skills CampBasketball1st/2nd Grade Girls Pre-Season Basketball Skills Camp NEW! Participants will learn and practice fundamental skills. Instructions on shooting, dribbling and passing will be taught along with fun games and drills. This will prepare players for the upcoming team season by getting them extra touches with the basketball. Basketballs provided. F-112 Mon, Nov 2, 9, 16 & 30 (skip 23)6-7:15 pm Laketown Gym $60 Min 15 / Max 40 Register by Oct 26Holly & Tyler WortzFall 2026 -
2-5 Year OldsOur 2-5 year old classes celebrate the incredible window of growth in early childhood. While children lead the way through hands-on exploration and play, parents lean into connecting with their child through play and peer connections. Time is also devoted to explore relevant parenting topics and build a supportive community in a parent friendly environment while children build confidence and learning with our Early Childhood Licensed Teacher. By honoring the development of both child and parent, we create a rich environment where the whole family thrives in the present moment.Category -
Starting Soon2026 Nickle Dickle 1/2 Mile TickleNickle Dickle Day Runs32nd Annual Waconia Nickle Dickle DaySaturday, September 191/2 Mile Tickle Race Ribbons will be given to all participants. Medals will be given to the top three boy and girl finishers in each category. Starts and ends at Bayview Elementary School, 24 South Walnut Street, Waconia. Race starts at 10:15 a.m. with individual races approximately every 2 minutes starting with 5th and 6th Grade, 4th Grade, 3rd Grade, 2nd Grade, 1st Grade, Kindergarten, Age 4 & 5's who are not in Kindergarten & Age 3. Age/Grade is based on race day age/grade.Youth Tickle shirts are short sleeve.Boys and girls run separately. Please, no parents running with children on race route. Your child must be able to run on without you. There are volunteers and cross country runners to help out on the route.If you are registering before 8/28, the discounted price will show up when you checkout. $20 with T-shirt on/before August 28 $12 without T-shirt on/before August 28$22 with T-shirt after August 28$14 without T-shirt after August 28 Not sure if you can participate yet? Registration on Friday, 9/18 in our office & Saturday, 9/19 at Bayview will take place by way of our new system Arux. We will provide you a QR code or Chromebook to register. We are excited to provide a digital experience. No paper registrations! Same day registration will close at 7:15AM for the 5K/10K and 9:30AM for the 1/2 mile Tickle. No exceptions can be made.Packet Pick Up: * Friday, 9/18 in the Comm Ed office (516 Industrial Blvd), 7:30am-4:00pm (all races) *Saturday, 9/19 in the Bayview Elementary gym (24 S Walnut Street) 6:30am-7:15am (5K & 10K), 8:15am-9:30am (1/2 mile tickle)Fall 2026 -
Starting Soon2026 Nickle Dickle 10KNickle Dickle Day Runs32nd Annual Waconia Nickle Dickle DayNickle Dickle 5K Run/Walk/ & 10K RunSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 Fast Results! Chip Timed! The best shirts, entertainment, treats and volunteers in the area. The run starts and ends at Bayview Elementary School.Run Entry Information:*10K Run starts at 8:00 am @ Bayview Elementary School*5K Run/Walk starts at 8:10 am @ Bayview Elementary School 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run Fees:T-Shirt choices include long or short sleeve$30 with shirt on/before August 28 OR $35 with shirt after August 28$20 without shirt on/before August 28 OR $25 without a shirt after August 28 If you are registering before August 28th, the discounted price will show at checkout. Not sure if you can participate yet? Registration on Friday, 9/18 in our office & Saturday, 9/19 at Bayview will take place by way of our new system Arux. We will provide you a QR code or Chromebook to register. We are excited to provide a digital experience. No paper registrations! Same day registration will close at 7:15AM for the 5K/10K and 9:30AM for the 1/2 mile Tickle. No exceptions can be made.Packet Pick Up: * Friday, 9/18 in the Comm Ed office (516 Industrial Blvd), 7:30am-4:00pm (all races) *Saturday, 9/19 in the Bayview Elementary gym (24 S Walnut Street) 6:30am-7:15am (5K & 10K), 8:15am-9:30am (1/2 mile tickle)Fall 2026 -
Starting Soon2026 Nickle Dickle 5KNickle Dickle Day Runs32nd Annual Waconia Nickle Dickle DayNickle Dickle 5K Run/Walk/ & 10K RunSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 Fast Results! Chip Timed! The best shirts, entertainment, treats and volunteers in the area. The run starts and ends at Bayview Elementary School. Run Entry Information:*10K Run starts at 8:00 am @ Bayview Elementary School*5K Run/Walk starts at 8:10 am @ Bayview Elementary School 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run Fees:T-Shirt choices include long or short sleeve$30 with shirt on/before August 28 OR $35 with shirt after August 28$20 without shirt on/before August 28 OR $25 without a shirt after August 28 Not sure if you can participate yet? Registration on Friday, 9/18 in our office & Saturday, 9/19 at Bayview will take place by way of our new system Arux. We will provide you a QR code or Chromebook to register. We are excited to provide a digital experience. No paper registrations! Same day registration will close at 7:15AM for the 5K/10K and 9:30AM for the 1/2 mile Tickle. No exceptions can be made.Packet Pick Up: * Friday, 9/18 in the Comm Ed office (516 Industrial Blvd), 7:30am-4:00pm (all races) *Saturday, 9/19 in the Bayview Elementary gym (24 S Walnut Street) 6:30am-7:15am (5K & 10K), 8:15am-9:30am (1/2 mile tickle) If you are registering before August 28th, the discounted price will show at checkout.Fall 2026 -
2027 Metro BaseballBaseball2027 Metro Baseball: Class ID# Team: Date of Birth Range #509 9U May 1, 2017 to April 30, 2018 #510 10U May 1, 2016 to April 30, 2017 #511 11U May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2016 #512 12U May, 1 2014 to April 30 2015 #513 13U May 1, 2013 to April 30, 2014 #514 14U May 1, 2012 to April 30, 2013 #515 15U May 1, 2011 to April 30, 2012 2027 Metro Baseball Season Metro Baseball is a competitive and skills based traveling league. All participants must attend their age appropriate player evaluation. Games can start as early as mid April and go through the month of July. Players cannot play in both Metro and one of our recreational leagues. Registrations for playing up with your grade need to be pre-approved by contacting Recreation Coordinator Derek Veldhuisen at 952-856-4520. Registration Deadline - Sep 03, 2026 Fall Tryout Dates for the 2027 Metro Season: Saturday Sep 12, 2026 9U - 1:00pm to 3:00pm 10U - 3:00pm to 5:00pm 11U - 5:00pm to 7:00pm Saturday Sept. 26, 2026 12U - 1:00pm to 3:00pm 13U - 3:00pm to 5:00pm 14U - 5:00pm to 7:00pm Sunday September 27th, 2026 - West Diamonds A and B 13U Scrimmage - 4:00pm to 5:30pm 14U Scrimmage - 5:30pm to 7:00pm 15U Metro registration will be open through March 24th. An evaluation will be set up for Saturday March 27th in the Middle School Gym. Tryout window will be expected to be between 5pm and 8pm. This is to give all players to tryout for HS baseball and learn about their opportunities with Legion baseball for next summer.If your player is unable to attend their time slot please Inform Derek Veldhuisen at dveldhuisen@isd110.org if your player will need to tryout during another age groups time.Baseball Fees: 9U - At the time of registration you will pay a non refundable $25 tryout fee. If your child is assigned to a Metro baseball team your payment will be split into 2 payments. The first payment is due November 5th. Second payment is due December 3rd. 10u through 14u Metro Baseball - At the time of registration you will pay a non refundable $25 tryout fee. If your child is assigned to a Metro baseball team your payment will be split into 2 payments. The first payment is due November 5th. Second payment is due December 3rd. The $25 dollar tryout fee is non refundable and goes towards the operation of the tryouts. The league fee includes 2 uniform tops, hat, three tournaments, equipment, game and field supplies, field/facility rentals, umpire fees, administration, coaching training/clinics, indoor open gyms run by high school coaches and board members, and indoor batting cage/gym time. 15u Baseball - We will host the tryout in the fall but will wait to make teams post high school tryouts. This is to allow our 15u players a chance to see if they will be playing Legion or Metro for that summer. There will be a $25 registration fee before tryouts. Once teams are formed in March first payment will come out first April 9th and second payment will come our May 7th. For more information follow the link below to go to the Waconia Metro Baseball Website: https://www.waconiaareaathletics.com/page/show/1154374-waconia-metro-baseballFall 2026
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3rd-6th Grade Boys & Girls BasketballBasketball3rd-6th Grade Boys & Girls Basketball Coaches needed: 2-3 per team. Each player receives a rented purple/white reversible uniform top. Upon the return of the jersey when the season has ended, you will receive a $35 credit on your account. If it is not returned to the CE office by March 5 we can no longer credit your account $35. Matching purple/white shorts can be purchased separately online (link will be emailed.) Rented uniform tops will be assigned to participants, sizes are distributed based on inventory. Please give us a ballpark size you wish for your participant. YM, YL, YXL, AS, AM, AL, AXL. No refunds after the coaches meeting has been held. Register by Wed, Oct 7 / Late Fee: $10 (If space allows). Practice begins Nov 17/19 | Tues and/or Thur after 5:30 pmDec 5-Feb 20 (skip Dec 26, Jan 2, 16, Feb 13) #112: 3rd Grade Boys #113: 4th Grade Boys #114: 3rd Grade Girls #115: 4th Grade Girls2nd graders may play up with 3rd grade and 3rd graders may play up with 4th grade in these leagues if a parent volunteers to coach prior to the registration deadline. Grades may need to be combined pending registration numbers. Team & Individual photos Thurs, Dec 3rd in the WMS Commons/Cafeteria Waconia Schools (may travel to surrounding towns on Saturdays for 4th grade(or if combined) including; NYA, Watertown, Big Lake, Hutchinson, Annandale, Glencoe, Lester Prairie & others. $135 plus a $50 jersey deposit. Jersey return deadline March 5Coaches Meeting Mon, Nov 2 @ 6:30-7:30pm. Waconia MS Commons/Lunch #116: 5th Grade Boys #117: 5th Grade Girls #118: 6th Grade Boys #119: 6th Grade Girls Team & Individual photos Thurs, Dec 3rd in the WMS Commons/Cafeteria Teams may travel to other towns such as NYA, Watertown, Belle Plaine, Big Lake, Hutchinson, Annandale, Glencoe, Lester Prairie & etc. $135 plus a $50 jersey deposit. Jersey return deadline March 5. 5th & 6th Grade Player Review Thurs, Nov 5, 5:45-6:45 pm at WMS GymCoaches attend! The player review is an evaluation to create equal teams for the league if more than one Waconia team is needed at that particular grade level.Coaches Meeting: 5:45-7:30pm on Thurs, Nov 5th - Please attend the player review and coaches will meet after in the WMS Commons/Cafeteria.Fall 2026 -
4 Hour Seasoned Driver Training Program (In Person)Defensive Driving4 Hour Seasoned Driver TrainingProgram In person ClassIf you are 55 or older, save money on your car insurance premiums and become a better driver! Minnesota law requires that insurance companies offer a 10% reduction on auto insurance for three years if you complete a state-approved defensive driving course taught by professional, certified instructors. Whether it’s your first time, or you need to renew your discount, this class is for you! This class will be hosted in person at Waconia Community Education Office located at 516 Industrial Blvd in Waconia - Conference Room A F-242 Tues, Oct 6 9-1pm F-243 Wed, Oct 28 5-9pm $30 Min 15 / Max 40 Register by Sept 29/Oct 21Fall 2026 -
4 Hour Seasoned Driver Training Program (Virtual)Defensive Driving4 Hour Seasoned Driver Training Program Virtual via Microsoft TeamsIf you are 55 or older, save money on your car insurance premiums and become a better driver! Minnesota law requires that insurance companies offer a 10% reduction on auto insurance for three years if you complete a state-approved defensive driving course taught by professional, certified instructors. Whether it’s your first time, or you need to renew your discount, this class is for you! Attending the virtual training is very easy! No accounts, no passwords, and no ‘saving’ anything to your computer. Since you aren’t downloading anything, your computer stays exactly the same. You’re just visiting a website, like reading the news or checking the weather. When you close the tab, it’s gone! We will send you the link ahead of the training with some directions to make sure you are all set. F-238 Tue, Sept 29 1-5 pm F-239 Tue, Oct 27 9-1pm F-240 Thurs, Nov 12 1-5pm F-241 Thurs, Dec 10 9-1pm $30 Min 4 / Max 25 Register by one week prior to date pleaseFall 2026 -
4th Grade Volleyball CampVolleyball4th Grade Volleyball CampGirls & Boys Entering Grade 4 (2026-2027)4th graders of all levels are encouraged to sign up for this MN CORE volleyball camp! Fundamentals and techniques on passing, setting, attacking and serving will be covered. All levels are encouraged to sign up. Participants should remember to bring their athletic clothing and shoes with them each day to school to change into after school for camp. If your participant attends Southview or Bayview Elementary school they may participate in this volleyball camp by arranging bus transportation with Koch Bus Company by calling 952-442-3370 or by having a parent transport them. Students attending other area schools will need to provide their own transportation to Laketown Elementary School. Camp led by Jenny Merritt F-162 M/T/W Sept 29, 30, Oct 1, 6,7 & 82:45-4:15pm $69 Laketown Elementary Gym Min 14 / Max 28 Register by Sept 22Fall 2026 -
7th and 8th Grade BasketballBasketball7th and 8th Grade BasketballThe 7th & 8th Grade recreational traveling basketball teams will be playing in the Southwest Basketball League. Regular season games will be played on Saturdays, December 6 through February 20, 2027. Practices could be scheduled weeknights after 5:30pm anytime Mon-Thur beginning the week of Nov 16. The league end tournament is tentatively scheduled for Feb 27 & 28. If needed a player review will be held on Nov 5th 7:30-8:30 at WMS Gym if we need to form more than 1 team at the same grade level. $220 plus a $50 jersey deposit. Upon the return of the jersey when the season has ended, you will receive a $35 credit on your account. If it is not returned to the CE office by March 5 we can no longer credit your account $35. For more information follow the link below to go to the Waconia Area Athletics Basketball: WaconiaAreaAthletics.com Registration deadline Sept 23.Team & Individual photos Thurs, Dec 3rd in the WMS Commons/CafeteriaFall 2026 -
ACT Test Prep SeminarGeneralACT Test Prep Seminar Ages 16+ Attention Juniors and Seniors: With a top score of 36 and the national average now at 21, a score increase of even one or two points on the ACT gives you a real advantage. Doorway to College Foundation test-preparation seminars are designed to help each student do their personal best on the ACT. In the five-hour seminar, students will learn:• Strategies for using partial knowledge to eliminate wrong choices• Tips for improving in all four sub tests (English, Math, Reading and Science)• Tactics for using limited testing time• Take shortened practice tests• Reduce test anxiety and gain confidence• Receive a comprehensive Study Guide and practice test workouts with detailed answer explanations• Get suggestions for individualized study in the days leading up to the test• Motivational instruction and hands-on practice will help you understand your strengths and weaknesses. F-201 Mon/Tue Oct 12/13 $105Min 5 / Max 506-8:30 pmWaconia HS Media CenterRegister by Oct 5Fall 2026 -
ACT/SAT & College Planning StrategiesGeneralACT/SAT & College Planning Strategies Virtual via ZoomA Growing number of college applicants included test scores in their applications for admission to college this fall, and this growth comes at a time when the ACT and SAT have recently undergone some dramatic changes. Amid the changes, how can your student make sense of the new world of testing and how can test scores fit into their college plans? What do they need to know about the new ACT and SAT? Join us to learn about how these changes may impact your family and new strategies you should consider to give your student the best opportunity to be admitted and maximize scholarships and financial aid. If you are the parent of a HS student in grades 9-11, this is incredibly important info you will not want to miss! Bio: Cozy speaks nationally about college, and is passionate about educating families about the process to find the right fit and dispelling myths that cost families money! She is a mom of 5 kids with very different goals for college so she is no stranger to the challenges herself. F-200 Mon, Oct 5 7:30-8:30 pm $10 Min 1 / Max 50 Register by Sept 28Fall 2026 -
Abdominal Strengtheners That Won’t Stress Your Back/NeckHealth/WellnessJanice has a Masters degree in Health Education.She is an author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches seminars for hospitals, schools, corporations and professional organizations.Janice empowers people to take action toward attaining better health with her easy-to-use tips and techniques. She gives simple steps that lead to huge changes in how you look and feel. “Janice is extremely qualified as to the content of her course, but it is her other qualities - sense of humor, warmth, compassion - that caused participants to comment that her course was one of the best parts of our program. She is an inspiration to all. I highly recommend her.”—JANICE JAMESADMIN. DIRECTOR, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, GRAD. SCHOOL OF BUSINESShttps://improveyourposture.com/testimonials Online Health & WellnessClasses meet via Zoom 6-7:30 pm $25 per class Min 1 /Max 25 With Janice Novak Abdominal Strengtheners That Won’t Stress Your Back/NeckAbdominal muscles weaken and lose shape due to past pregnancies, surgeries, sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary and poor posture. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal, WITHOUT stressing back or neck joints and WITHOUT getting on the floor. Common abdominal exercises like crunches can place too much stress on back and neck joints. F-195 Monday, Nov 16 Register by Nov 10 Online Health & WellnessClasses meet via Zoom 6:00pm-7:30 pm $25 per class Min 1 /Max 25 With Janice NovakFall 2026 -
Acupressure to Relieve Stress, Anxiety & InsomniaHealth/WellnessJanice has a Masters degree in Health Education.She is an author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches seminars for hospitals, schools, corporations and professional organizations.Janice empowers people to take action toward attaining better health with her easy-to-use tips and techniques. She gives simple steps that lead to huge changes in how you look and feel.“Janice is extremely qualified as to the content of her course, but it is her other qualities - sense of humor, warmth, compassion - that caused participants to comment that her course was one of the best parts of our program. She is an inspiration to all. I highly recommend her.” —JANICE JAMESADMIN. DIRECTOR, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, GRAD. SCHOOL OF BUSINESShttps://improveyourposture.com/testimonialsALL CLASSES: Online Health & WellnessClasses meet via Zoom 6-7:30 pm $25 per class Min 1 /Max 25 With Janice NovakFall 2026 -
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Amazing AthletesGeneralAmazing AthletesAges 3-6Develop your child’s motor skills, hand-eye coordination, cardiovascular fitness and more through Amazing Athletes. Each 45-minute class encompasses two different developmental sports lessons, muscle identification and fruit or vegetable introduction, using fun activities so they can build their skills, at their own pace, in a non-competitive atmosphere. Wed, Sept 2 - 30 (5 dates)F-226 5:30-6:15 pm Wed, Oct 14 - Nov 11 (5 dates)F-227 5:30-6:15 pm Southview Green Gym $88Min 6 / Max 12 Register by Aug 26 / Oct 7Fall 2026 -
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Babies and ToddlersThe first months and years are a whirlwind of growth. In our youngest classrooms, we move beyond "readiness" to focus on the essential building blocks of development: security and connection. While children engage in sensory-rich exploration, parents have the space to build their own skills. Depending on the class, parent education may be integrated into playtime or held in a separate space, allowing you to build deep roots with your child while creating lasting bonds with other families.Category -
Babysitters Training- FallGeneralBabysitters TrainingMust be age 11+ at start of classWhen your student is certified with Babysitting 101, you’ll know they’ve been trained by the best! Training designed to engage and inform the aspiring babysitter. It gives 11 year olds and older everything they need to know, from getting started, to dealing with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips. Course highlights include: Fundamental information about Babysitting and creating your business, Leadership: You’re in charge, but not the parent and conflict resolution, Basic Caregiving Skills: Feeding, Diapering, Holding, Safe sleep practices, Play Time: Keeping children entertained and active safely, Safety and Injury Prevention: Telephone safety, SIDs awareness, Environmental, weather and preventable hazards, First Aid and CPR: Recognizing an emergency, Caring for an ill or injured victim, Wounds and Burn care, Choking and CPR Please pack a pen, paper and snack/meal. F-225 Mon, Oct 12 5-8pm $60BV Media Center Register by Oct 5 Min 4 / Max 30 Shelly Nahan - RN, BSN, PHNFall 2026 -
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Basketball Officials ClinicBasketballBasketball Officials ClinicGrades 9 to AdultsStudents will learn from Minnesota Youth Athletic Services Director of Officials - Tom Schrepfer. Including; Hand signals for fouls, Most common fouls seen in youth basketball, Proper positioning on the court in both a one and two official system & how to manage a game properly & more! There is only one opportunity to attend. If you intend to officiate for Waconia Community Education this year, you must attend. Laketown Elem Gym Register By: Oct 19 F-143 Mon, Oct 26 6:30-9 pm $15 (Includes MYAS Cert., T-shirt & whistle) F-144 Mon, Oct 26 6:30-9 pm $5 (Includes clinic, MYAS Cert.)Fall 2026