Minneapolis Public Schools - Adult Enrichment / Recreationhttp://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/courses2024-03-28T04:02:45-05:00Ping Pong (Southwest)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/51442/adult-enrichment-spring-2024/ping-pong-southwest2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Ping pong, or table tennis, is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world—it is even in the Olympics. Play in the round-robin format while having fun and staying fit in this fast-paced workout. Previous experience required. Must bring your own paddles. </p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>Running Your First 5K (Ella Baker)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53610/adult-enrichment-spring-2024/running-your-first-5k-ella-baker2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>This course is designed to help anyone finish a 5k race after 7-8 weeks of training. Each class will include a training run as well as instruction on topics like injury prevention, cross training, stretching, strength training for runners, and preparing for a race. Any experience level is welcome, though the class will be most useful for those who do not currently run or who regularly run fewer than 3 miles. We hope that participants will grow to enjoy running, meet some running buddies, and leave with a great new hobby.</p>Backpacking 101 (Ella Baker)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53611/adult-enrichment-spring-2024/backpacking-101-ella-baker2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Learn basic skills for your first backpacking trip <em style="background-color: initial;">before</em> hitting the trail. Learn from a seasoned backpacker who is a Wilderness First Responder how to choose a trail, pack a backpack, set up a tent, use a backcountry stove and water filter, use a gear list (provided), read a map, protect food and maintain gear.</p><p>This orientation is required prior to any on-trail 1st-Time Backpacking Trip with Backpack The Trails LLC. Please note that taking this class does not commit any attendees to sign up for a trip.</p><p>May 6 Prep Hike will be optional and decided in class.</p>Prep Your Bike for the Season (Washburn at Las Estrellas)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/52880/adult-enrichment-spring-2024/prep-your-bike-for-the-season-washburn-at-las-estrellas2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Learn the basics of getting a bicycle ready to ride, including how to change a tire/tube and check the condition of the brakes, chain, and cassette. No prior experience required. If you have a bike that you would like to work on, please bring it! If not, don’t worry—there will be plenty of hands-on opportunities to practice all of the skills covered in the class.</p>Boxing Techniques: Intro (Lucy Laney)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53684/adult-enrichment-summer-2024/boxing-techniques-intro-lucy-laney2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>This class is for those that want to learn about the different techniques of boxing. Learn how to jab, upper cut and throw hooks both left and right handed. Have no fear no one will be punching you and we will not make you go nine rounds against anyone in class. Sign up for this class to challenge yourself maybe challenge a friend to attend as well. .</p>