Lakeville Area Community Education

L.I.F.E stands for Longevity In Functional Efficiency and its aim is to demonstrate that no one is too old or out of shape to benefit from the basic CrossFit principles of utilizing a variety of functional movements to enhance quality and quantity of their lives. 50 years of age or older encouraged, but ages 18+ welcome.As in our regular classes, L.I.F.E offers safe, effective workouts - a "gentile" version of CrossFit with more emphasis on mobility and longevity and less on competition and intensity. We start where you are and take you to more than you thought you could. Many doctors recommend weight training to build bone density and cardio to help with brain health. We get to do both in these classes!

Grades 7-10Are you looking to help your teen be stronger, faster, and healthier? We have a great program ready for you! We understand the needs of youth and high school athletes to develop speed, agility, accuracy and power. In addition to improving each athlete’s physical capacity, our goal is to improve group accountability, confidence and an athlete’s ability to work in a team environment that will not only translate to better results on the field, it will help in everyday life. Our Teens program is a more serious strength and conditioning program where weightlifting is an area of focus. We will work on physical and mental strength, endurance, and cohesion all in a package relative to making each person stronger. Using this formula average athletes become great and great athletes become unstoppable!

Grades 3-6Our Tween CrossFit class starts with a warm up, transitions to stretching, and then the remaining time is spent on skill work and an actual workout. Each class ends with a quick game. We make fitness FUN! Every class is different and that is what keeps it exciting, as well as helps each child be a well-rounded athlete. In this class we provide a safe introduction to weightlifting and really work on core strength and body control. We will work on physical and mental strength, endurance, and cohesion all in a package relative to making each person stronger.

If you recently had a baby and want to safely get back into shape, this is it! Feel stronger, burn fat, and have fun! We will teach you everything you need to know to safely workout each class! Our workouts are tailored to each mom. We can make them easier or harder depending on your fitness level and where you are in your postpartum journey. Meet other moms interested in health and wellness and get back to feeling like yourself, without the stress of finding someone to watch your little one!What happens if your child becomes upset? The beauty of an all-Moms class; we understand blowouts happen, children need to be fed, or held, or talked to. Tend to your little one and hop right back into the workout. This is designed as a “mommy and me” class where your little one hangs out in a stroller, pack-n-play or lays on a playmat (anywhere they are safely contained). Older children are welcome as well, we have an area with Netflix.Ask your doctor for their specific recommendations, but the general guideline is you can return to exercise at 6 weeks postpartum.

Curious how you can use essential oils in your home and to support your health? Join us as we learn safety information, simple and affordable tips and recipes that anyone can do with some of the most-loved and used essential oils. You will also receive a helpful essential oil booklet to take home and refer back to. They will leave feeling confident in how to use oils to support their health with natural essential oils. They will leave with recipes, tips and safety information so they can make the best choices about how to use essential oils for themselves.

Come join us as we make 3 essential oil rollers that you will need to support your body this fall: Stay Well, Sleepy, and Be Calm. We'll also be learning tips, recipes and safety information about how to use these essential oils to support your overall wellness and specific needs! You will receive 3 rollers to use for easy application of essential oils. You will also walk away with education, tips and recipes to help you use essential oils to support your wellness.

Have you been looking for something you can do together as a family that involves healthy choices? Have you ever wanted your children to be able to workout net to you? Join us for Body weight/Low weight movements for all ages! Classes are 60 minutes and include a warm up, mobility, skill, workout and even end with a game! These classes are the same format as regular class, with a kids/tweens twist of games at the end!!

Start the holiday with a new “twist”! Enjoy an hour of fun, moves that will get you into the holiday spirit and… burn off some calories before the holiday feasting begins!!!! No partner needed.

Bring your child or come alone and make three naturally non-toxic goodies that you can use for yourself or your child. We'll be learning the basics of essential oils, and then you'll make your own custom spritzer (detangler, pillow spray, body spray), lotion, and lip balm. You will learn the basics of essential oils and how to use the most popular oils. You will also learn how to make nontoxic products with those oils.

Within each of us lies information that may guide us to the path of a more meaningful life. With the assistance of an ancient spiritual resource, we can tap into this wisdom to help us make decisions personally or professionally. This presentation and facilitated conversation will help you discover what type of information is available, who can access it, how it is accessed, and why it is helpful.Barbara Brodsho is a Soul Purpose Coach and Holistic Healer. She has a master's degree in Theology and certifications in spiritual direction, energy medicine, and soul-level healing.

One dance. One day. A lifetime of fun! Now is a perfect time to try swing dancing! Monica Mohn uses her competitive dance experience to make the swing easy, with patterns you can use for years to come. Couples only please.

This class is the perfect way to explore and experience the numerous benefits of Tai Chi, no matter what shape you are in. This ancient, physical & meditative practice of the Yang style 24 posture form is designed to build strength, improve health & flexibility, reduce stress, increase energy flow, promote health & wellness and relax your mind. The routines are low-impact with modifications taught for less-flexible people. This safe and effective program is suitable for every body.

Convinced that you have 2-left feet and that dancing is not meant for you? Or, someone you know? But still it would be helpful to know a few steps. Learn fun moves and simple tips from a pro to ease you over those times. A little bit of Swing, a touch of Foxtrot, a smattering of Waltz and a jazzed up “high school prom Swing & Sway” are all it takes! And you’ll be out on the dance floor!  Couples only please.

Join us and get those steps!  We will have access to a warm and comfortable space for you to walk in this fall and winter.  These sessions are for walking only.  This is a casual walking group.  You may attend any days that the space is listed as open.  A calendar will be sent to all registered walkers.  LNHS walking track is around the top of the North Performance Gym.  Enter through the top doors.LSHS walking track is around the top of the Performance Gym.  Enter through the North doors.Dates are subject to change based on student need of the area.  Please check your calendar for all updates!This $5 pass will be good for the entire year (September 2019-August 2020) Walking Club buttons are now available for participants!  Stop by the Community Education Building to pick yours up. Wear your Walking Club botton while walking The walking track is on the upper level Be aware, there may be sports practicing in the main part of the gym If you have any questions please contact Amanda 952-232-2170 LNHS walking hours:  4-7 pmLSHS walking hours:  5-8 pm