Bloomington Community Education

Join American Canoe Association instructor Fred Linehan for a full day introduction to coastal sea kayaking. The class will be held on beautiful Bush Lake in Bloomington. This class covers basic strokes, maneuvers, boat control, landing, launching, equipment, gear, rescues and navigation. You can expect a safe and fun introduction to the sport. Class size is limited to 4 participants. We provide a sea kayak, spray deck, life jacket, paddle and nose plug. You will need to bring extra water, a hot beverage, sunscreen, hat, foot wear, warm clothing and a lunch. No cotton clothing worn on the water. Type 3 life jackets, provided for you, will be required in and around the water. This is a full day, one session class. Fred is an ACA Level 4 instructor and British Canoeing Sea Kayak Leader. Please contact Fred for details before your class. There will be a pre-event boat and gear fitting prior to class. Contact Fred at fred@fredlinehan.com.

Online Class! Explore the craft of voiceovers! Discover current trends, opportunities and tools you need to find success in this growing remote working industry. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. One-time, 90 minute, one-on-one, video-chat class! Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Requirements: Students must have Internet Access and Video Chatting capabilities using a method such as: Zoom, Skype (Win/Mac/Mobile) or iChat/FaceTime (Mac/iOS).

Online Class! Explore the voiceover industry! Discover current trends, opportunities, and tools you need to find success. Read a real script and receive coaching from the instructor who is a professional voice actor. Improve your delivery and get started in voice acting. This is a one-time, 90 minute, one-on-one video chat class. You schedule the time and day to take the class! Participants will be contacted by Voices For All to schedule students’ availability on when to take the class.

Online Class! Help your child take advantage of opportunities online while avoiding risks. COVID-19 means that kids are spending more and more time online. Most schools hand kids a tablet or laptop without a parenting guide to go with it! You deserve evidence-based resources, not fear-based soundbites, as you navigate escalating screen time challenges. This self-paced online class cuts through conflicting information and delivers the essential parenting strategies for your child's digital wellbeing. Best for parents of kids ages 8-16. Three modules or “Sparks” plus ongoing access. Spark 1 - Connect & Communicate An introduction to being your child’s digital mentor. Communicating and coaching through digital challenges. Spark 2 - Rest & Rejuvenate Prioritizing sleep, boredom, movement, and rest. Setting goals and changing habits. Spark 3 - Focus & Fire Up Helping your child build their focused attention. Managing multitasking. Practicing mindful media habits. Take this class on your own schedule. You can now register for this class on the Bloomington Community Education website.

Online Class! Help your child take advantage of opportunities online while avoiding risks. COVID-19 means that kids are spending more and more time online. Most schools hand kids a tablet or laptop without a parenting guide to go with it! You deserve evidence-based resources, not fear-based soundbites, as you navigate escalating screen-time challenges. This self-paced online class cuts through conflicting information and delivers the essential parenting strategies for your child's digital wellbeing. Best for parents of kids ages 8-16. Three modules or “Sparks” plus ongoing access. Spark 1 - Connect & Communicate An introduction to being your child’s digital mentor. Communicating and coaching through digital challenges. Spark 2 - Rest & Rejuvenate Prioritizing sleep, boredom, movement, and rest. Setting goals and changing habits. Spark 3 - Focus & Fire Up Helping your child build their focused attention. Managing multitasking. Practicing mindful media habits. Take this class on your own schedule.

Online Class! Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions. Add a whole new skill set to your portfolio, and make a big difference in the success of your organization by acquiring data analysis skills. Begin with getting a basic understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting. Then learn how many of your business decisions involve comparing groups for differences. You will know the statistics behind these group differences and relationships. Finally you will find out how to perform inquiries that will be useful to your business or organization, and have the skill necessary to communicate these results through graphs and text that your fellow employees will understand. Whether your business is home based or a large company, this certificate will take you to the next level where important decision-making is concerned. This class runs from June 6 - August 26. Class hours: 48 hours. Three class levels: Intro, June 6 - July 1, Intermediate, July 5 - July 29, Advanced, August 1 - August 26. You can participate any time of day or evening. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no live real-time requirements or meetings. You decide when you participate. For the best learning, participants should log into the course on 2-3 different days of the week. This online class is presented by UGotClass, a Bloomington Community Education Partner. For more information about this class, email mglynn@isd271.org.

Online Class! In today’s business environment, there is a need for good project management. Project management provides visibility of project health to the business and the customer. Through continuous monitoring, early detection of variations to plan, schedule, and budget can be communicated to stakeholders for quick resolution, including project cancelation. Project management is one of the fastest paths to promotion by increasing your network through greater exposure. First, gain the skills, tools and templates to confidently develop and maintain a project. An overview of salaries, certification costs, education and experience requirements are provided. Then acquire a well-rounded knowledge of the five Project Management Processes relating to the Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide. This basic information will assist you in learning the beginnings of Project Management, whether you are interested in project management, in a project management field, or in any line of work. Finally, learn the ten Project management Knowledge Areas and their support role and relationships to the five Project Management Processes. This class runs from June 6 - August 26. Class hours: 48 hours. Three class levels: Intro, June 6 - July 1, Processes, July 5 - July 29, Knowledge Areas, August 1 - August 26. You can participate any time of day or evening. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no live real-time requirements or meetings. You decide when you participate. For the best learning, participants should log into the course on 2-3 different days of the week. This online class is presented by UGotClass, a Bloomington Community Education Partner. For more information about this class, email mglynn@isd271.org.

Learn to design and mosaic a sign or table with beautiful precut glass and stencils (if needed). The signs vary in size and popular ideas include Welcome, address, state of MN. The table is 16" tall and the top is 16" x 16". The second night will be grouting and learning about mosaics. A $65 supply for the table and $15+ for the sign (depending on sign). You will be contacted by Community Education staff on what project you will plan to do.

Ethiopian food is light, healthy and flavorful ranging from very mild to spicy. It can be addictive both in cooking it as much as eating it. Discover new cooking techniques, exotic spices, and ways to easily pair them with any kind of meat and vegetables. Very suitable for vegetarians. Mimi is very passionate about cooking in general and Ethiopian/Eritrean cuisine in particular. She finds cooking very relaxing and curative beyond its culinary advantages. She enjoys sharing her cooking skills which includes a year of teaching through other Community Ed programs in the Twin Cities. Bring to-go containers to class. $20 supply fee collected by instructor in class.

Online Class! Restaurant quality egg rolls and samosas can be made right in your own kitchen. These appetizers are jammed with flavors from around the world and can be a quick way to incorporate leftovers into something new and fun to eat. Learn how to make a variety of egg rolls, samosas and dipping sauces in your own kitchen.

Restaurant quality egg rolls and samosas can be made right in your own kitchen. These appetizers are jammed with flavors from around the world and can be a quick way to incorporate leftovers into something new and fun to eat. Learn how to make a variety of egg rolls, samosas and dipping sauces. Bring to-go containers to class. $20 supply fee paid to instructor in class.

This class will review Wills, Trusts, Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney. Learn when a Will is sufficient and when you might prefer a Trust. Learn ways to avoid Probate. Discussion of common mistakes will help you avoid the unwanted consequences.

Online Class! English is the world's business & travel language. It can be a high paying career or simply a great way to go on vacation for free. If you speak English, you can teach conversational English! You don't have to be certified or speak the local language. Plus make money teaching English online. Tuition includes the instructor's 70-page digital book (a $39.95 value).

For 50+ tennis players who want to raise their level of play or sharpen their skills, these tennis drills are for you. Sessions are taught by Dilcia Pederson, USTPA & PTA Certified Tennis Teaching Professional. Senior Tennis Players Club (STPC) sponsors the lessons. Students need to bring a tennis racquet and wear tennis shoes.

Using precut glass, decorate a bird, butterfly, or flower garden stake with colorful glass. For the sign, a variety of sizes and stencils are available. First night is working on your project, having fun, and being creative. Second night is grouting and learning about cutting and types of mosaics. A $30 supply fee for 3 stakes. Signs range in price between $16 - $45 depending on size. Community Education staff will contact you prior to the class to find out which project you would like to make.

Online Class! If you are not reviewing your website statistics, then you are missing several key opportunities to profit from your website traffic. This Certificate, aimed at non-technical users, will take you through all the key techniques and how to use website analytics using the world-standard Google Analytics, a free online tool. You’ll understand your visitor traffic better, learn how to calculate return on investment (ROI) for your online advertising, and find out how to get more conversions and sales from your website visitors. A must for anyone serious about leveraging more success from their website. This class runs from June 6 - July 29. Class hours: 32 hours. Two class levels: Basic Analytics, June 6 - July 1 and Advanced Analytics, July 5 - July 29. You can participate any time of day or evening. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no live real-time requirements or meetings. You decide when you participate. For the best learning, participants should log into the course on 2-3 different days of the week. This online class is presented by UGotClass, a Bloomington Community Education Partner. For more information about this class, email mglynn@isd271.org.

New to yoga or looking for a class that allows you to find comfort within daily living. Expand your physical and mental virtues through asanas (yoga postures) and pranayama (breathing exercises). This class will move slow through postures focusing on breath and alignment.

Confessions of a real estate insider! The instructor will reveal: 4 sure ways to make buyers want your home, 10 techniques a professional would use to stage your home for sale, 21 simple cost-effective home improvements that can return thousands of dollars to you, 12 purchase agreement traps and how to avoid them, and the #1 secret that could clinch your sale.

Online Class! We're ready to get back to our travels! Where can we go and how do we make our travel free? Plus learn how we can benefit from deep travel discounts being offered right now to motivate us to book travel. Earn free airline tickets, hotel nights, tours & more in the USA & worldwide! Tuition includes Gina's 100-page digital book, a $39.95 value. This is an online class.

Learn basic ballet movements to improve posture, flexibility, strength and grace. No experience necessary. This class is held at Continental Ballet, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington.

New Class! The Lynch Beginner Pickleball Round Robin Play is the perfect way for students who have taken a Lynch Pickleball class to learn about tournament play. This class is designed to bring early stage 1.5-2.5 rated players into an informal, fun, yet organized round robin competitive play setting. Prior to the day's events, we will have a short 20 minute players clinic on strategy and pickleball rules. This will be a fun class for former Lynch Pickleball students to get comfortable with fun, competitive play and to meet students from other Lynch classes. Students will be grouped by like ability. The doubles round robin play is for BEGINNERS ONLY. And yes, you can sign up as a single player! There will be prizes and give aways. Prerequisite: Must have taken a Lynch Pickleball class previously. Bring a water bottle and a paddle to class.