Minneapolis Public Schools

Children's Introduction to Karate This class is an introduction to karate for children, through a supportive, safe and fun atmosphere. Students can expect to learn the fundamentals of traditional Goju karate - stances, blocking and striking and movement. We'll also practice various grappling holds, throws and escapes. We'll also play martial arts games - we are learning self-defense, but will also have fun! Students will be barefoot and should wear comfortable exercise clothing. Some exercises may have light contact with a partner. Barry Crone is a 3rd degree black belt in traditional Goju kai karate-do, learning karate in Eau Claire, WI and Minneapolis. Barry began his martial arts journey learning judo in his hometown, and eventually transitioned to karate.

Improve your flexibility, strength, control and endurance. Pilates puts emphasis on alignment, breathing, developing a strong core and improving coordination and balance.

Advance in your Pilates discipline through the practice of new movements to increase your strength, control and stamina. Try new challenging positions that involve multiple points of focus and control. Prerequisite: Pilates 1 or previous experience.

Flexibility, agility, mobility, strength and stability are all important to vibrant longevity. Grab a friend and come experience the 52 Moves of the Nia Technique in an upbeat setting, moving to music. Enjoy low-impact brain training while stretching and strengthening your body. This class is scheduled to take place in person. If we are unable to hold classes in person or are limited in what locations we can use, this class will be moved to an online platform at the same date and time. In that event, a Community Education staff will share information about attending through an online platform.

Flexibility, agility, mobility, strength and stability are all important to vibrant longevity. Grab a friend and come experience the 52 Moves of the Nia Technique in an upbeat setting, moving to music. Enjoy low-impact brain training while stretching and strengthening your body. This class is scheduled to take place in person. If we are unable to hold classes in person or are limited in what locations we can use, this class will be moved to an online platform at the same date and time. In that event, a Community Education staff will share information about attending through an online platform.

Get your cardio on with rollerblading/roller skating fun at Ella Baker. Some may remember the times when you could do that the old Metrodome, but here you can do at a school and you won't get in trouble. Participants must bring their own rollerblades/roller skates.