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Fall 2021 Activity Guide

MAPLE GROVE                              Parks & Recreation

maplegrovemn.gov • 763-494-6500 • 12951 Weaver Lake Rd • Maple Grove MN 55369
MAPLE GROVE Parks & Recreation - Fall 2021 Activity Guide - Maple Grove, MN
See Membership Sale page 6.
Note new reimbursement program for qualifying
     insurance plans beginning October 1!
MAPLE GROVE Parks & Recreation - Fall 2021 Activity Guide - Maple Grove, MN
Connect With Us...

                          Learning                                                               PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
                                                                                                 Parks and Recreation Board office............................. 763-494-6500
                          Interests                                                              Chair, Bill Lewis..................................... blewis@maplegrovemn.gov

                           Heal th                                                                        John Ferm.................................... jferm@maplegrovemn.gov
                                                                                                          Ken Helvey.............................. khelvey@maplegrovemn.gov
                           Events                                                                         Deb Syhre.................................. dsyhre@maplegrovemn.gov
                                                                                                          Kelly Cunningham...kcunningham@maplegrovemn.gov
          Maple Grove Parks and Recreation serves to                                                      Debbie Coss................................dcoss@maplegrovemn.gov
          give you opportunities to learn, engage your
                                                                                                          Andy Mielke........................... amielke@maplegrovemn.gov
       interests, improve your health through fitness and
          wellness options and entertain you at events.                                          Council Rep, Phil Leith........................ pleith@maplegrovemn.gov

   Maple Grove Parks and Recreation Board Office                                                 Park Board Meetings
                    12951 Weaver Lake Road                                                       • Regular meetings of the Park Board are held the 3rd
                 Maple Grove, MN, 763-494-6500                                                     Thursday of every month at the Government Center
               Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.                                              Council Chambers at 7 p.m. and can be viewed online.
                                                                                                   maplegrovemn.gov/about/boards-and-commissions
                  Recreation Registration Hours
      P& R Office: Monday through Friday 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
   Online: All day every day at webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov                                         Parks and Recreation Board Staff
                                                                                                 Director .........................................................................Chuck Stifter
                              Holiday Closures                                                   Superintendent of Parks and Planning........... Ben Jaszewski
The Parks and Recreation office will be closed on:                                               Superintendent of Recreation.........................Aimee Peterson
• Monday, September 6 (Labor Day)                                                                Community Center Manager..........................................Lisa Jost
• Thursday, November 11 (Veterans Day observed)                                                  Parks Supervisor............................................................ Rob Heitke
• Thursday & Friday, November 25 & 26 (Thanksgiving)
                                                                                                 Recreation Program Specialists:
• Friday, December 24 (Christmas observed)
                                                                                                   - Athletics................................................................ Chris Morrow
                                                                                                   - Seniors/55 Forward.................................................... Liz Faust
                               Phone Numbers
Main number................................................................. 763-494-6500          - Special Events....................................................Tanya Huntley
Website................................................................maplegrovemn.gov            - Sponsorships/Farmers Market.... Kirsten Bansen Weigle
CC Birthday Party Packages...................................... 763-494-6549                      - Youth Outreach........................................... Crystal Anderson
CC Groups, Room Rentals.......................................... 763-494-6527
                                                                                                   - Youth Programs/Adult Fitness................ Michelle Debace
Central Park Information........................................... 763-494-6474
Central Park Rental Requests................................... 763-494-5958                     Rec. Facilities Operations Supervisor................ Jeanne Vestal
Picnic Pavilion, Eagle Lk Bldg Reservations........ 763-494-5958                                 Community Ctr Facility Maint Coordinator.........Paul Mertes
Program/Game Status Recording........................... 763-494-5959                            Aquatics Supervisor..................................................... Lisa Gedker
Sports Dome Reservations....................................... 763-494-6480
                                                                                                 Community Ctr Aquatics Coordinator......... Adrienne Vassar
Town Green Reservations.......................................... 763-494-6527

      Senior/55 Forward program registration starts on Tuesday, August 24 at 9 a.m.

              General program registration starts on Wednesday, August 25 at 9 a.m.

     Swim & evening Water Aerobic registration begins Thursday, August 26 at 9 a.m.

                                             Easy registration with WebTrac. See page 72.

 To register, webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov                                                      Register on August 25 for most programs. Aug. 26 for swim                                       3
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Registration Information
                It’s all inside! Your recreation destination!                                                        Registration Start Dates (more info. page 72)
SPECIAL INTEREST                                                                                                     Seniors/55 Forward registration begins Tuesday, August 24 at
Adaptive Recreation.........................................................................11                       9 am.
Angel of Hope Candlelight Memorial........................................11
                                                                                                                     General program registration begins on Wednesday, August 25
Athletic Associations........................................................................5
                                                                                                                     at 9 a.m.
Breakfast /Lunch with Santa..........................................................8
Community Events...........................................................................7                         Swim and evening Water Aerobics registration begins
Concert on The Lawn................................................................... back page                     Thursday, August 26 at 9 am.
Farmers Market..................................................................................9
Membership Sale...............................................................................6                                Using the WebTrac Registration Site
Registration Procedures..................................................................4 & 72                      1. GO TO webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov
Skate with Santa................................................................................7                    2. CREATE AN ACCOUNT with basic information about you and
Sounds of Summer...........................................................................9                         your family.
Volunteer Opportunities.................................................................8                            3. CREATE A LOGIN (your email address) and choose a password.
                                                                                                                     If you forget your password, staff can reset it for you.
KIDS WORLD
Active Kids, Teens & Families.........................................................20-26                          Try out the Wishlist format! Place the program you're interested
Arts & Dance........................................................................................21-25            in into your wishlist now and then move it to your cart on
Playhouse 2.........................................................................................23               registration day. Questions? Call Parks and Recreation at
Safety Classes......................................................................................28               (763)494-6500.
Science Explorers...............................................................................23
ICE SKATING LESSONS..................................................................12-17
                                                                                                                              All Parks and Recreation programs are available
MUSIC FOR EVERYONE.................................................................19                                           to register online except Defensive Driving.
TEENS
Teen Activities and Events..............................................................29-31
ADULTS
                                                                                                                                          General Information
                                                                                                                     • Residents are citizens who live within the City of Maple Grove
Dance.....................................................................................................35
                                                                                                                       boundaries.
Fall Sports Leagues...........................................................................32
                                                                                                                     • If a class is full, you can waitlist online (put in your cart at no
Fitness....................................................................................................27-37
                                                                                                                       cost to complete). If an opening comes up, we will call from the
Pickleball..............................................................................................36
                                                                                                                       waitlist in the order they were placed.
ADULT/55 FORWARD                                                                                                     • Instructors are not authorized to accept registrations at the
Artistic Opportunities......................................................................45                         activity location.
Cards, Craft & Game Clubs.............................................................48-49                          • Class fees are not prorated for late registrations.
Classes, Conversation & More........................................................40-47                            • Parks & Recreation will charge a $15.00 fee for all NSF checks.
Technology Classes...........................................................................46-47
Defensive Driving..............................................................................43
                                                                                                                     Refund Policy
Food & Fellowship.............................................................................50
                                                                                                                     • Requests for refunds must be received at least five full
Healthy Lifestyle & Fitness..............................................................36-39
                                                                                                                       business days before the first class session. There will be a
Trips........................................................................................................51-54
                                                                                                                       $5.00 processing fee charged for each program. No refunds
COMMUNITY CENTER....................................................................55-61                              will be issued after the first class meeting unless for bona fide
Memberships, Facility Rentals, Party Rooms, Meeting Rooms,                                                             medical reasons.
Maple Maze, Gym, Ice Arena, Grove Cove Aquatics Center                                                               • No refunds will be issued for any bus trips, but you may find
                                                                                                                       someone to take your place - notify the office.
SWIMMING LESSONS                                                                                                     • Full refunds/credits will be issued for all classes or trips
Group Lessons....................................................................................63-66                 cancelled by Parks and Recreation.
Private & Semi-Private Lessons.....................................................67-69
Lifeguard Training.............................................................................71
Water Aerobics...................................................................................70                  Photo Policy
                                                                                                                     All participants involved in any programs or special events
    55 Forward                           Swim Lessons                              Community Center                  are subject to possibly being photographed for promotional
     pg. 36-54                             pg. 63-71                                  pg. 55-61                      purposes. Such photographs may be used by Maple Grove Parks
                                                                                                                     and Recreation without an obligation to provide compensation to
                                                                                                                     those photographed.

                                                                                                                     Corrections and Updates
                                                                                                                     Staff makes every effort to ensure the brochure is free from errors,
                                                                                                                     however sometimes errors or revisions in program details do
                                                                                                                     occur. We appreciate your understanding when this occurs.

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Youth Athletic Associations
                    Many Maple Grove youth sports are administered by volunteer organizations.
                       Each organization has a Board of Directors and is run independently.

                Baseball/Fastpitch Softball                                                     Wrestling
Organization:   OMGAA - Osseo Maple Grove Athletic Association        Organization:   Maple Grove Wrestling Club
Program:        House Leagues - BB/FP Ages 9-18                       Program:        Pre-Kindergarten - grade 8
                Traveling Teams - BB Ages 10-15 & FP ages 9-18        Information:    mgwrestlingclub.com
Information:    at www.omgaa.org
                                                                      Organization:   Osseo, Maple Grove Youth Wrestling
                           Basketball                                 Program:        Pre-Kindergarten - grade 6
Organization: OMGBA - Osseo Maple Grove Basketball                    Information:    www.osseoyouthwrestling.org
              Association
Program:      House Leagues - Grades K-12
              Traveling Teams - Grades 5-8
information:  www.omgba.net

                             Football
Organization:   OFA - Osseo Football Assn
                MGYFA - Maple Grove Youth Football Assn
Program:        House Leagues – Grades 2 - 8
Information:    www.osseofootball.org
                www.mgyfa.com

                             Hockey
Organization:   OMGHA - Osseo Maple Grove Hockey Association
Program:        House Leagues - Ages 4-15 (4 by July 1)
                Traveling Teams - Ages 9-17
Information:    www.omgha.com

                            Lacrosse
Organization:   Maple Grove Girls and Boys Lacrosse Association
Program:        Youth, grades K – 8                                    OSSEO MAPLE GROVE HOCKEY ASSOCIATION
Information:    www.mglax.net                                                            2021 -2022 Registration
                MG Girls Lacrosse email corradih@district279.org      The Osseo-Maple Grove Hockey Association provides an
                                                                      organized youth hockey program for boys and girls living or
Organization:   Osseo Park Center Boys & Girls Lacrosse               attending school within the Maple Grove and Osseo High School
Information:    www.bpaasports.org/lax                                boundaries. The Osseo-Maple Grove Hockey Association is
                                                                      designed to teach basics through advanced skating and hockey
                              Soccer                                  skills and to develop teamwork and sportsmanship.
Organization:   MapleBrook Soccer Club                                *Players must be 4 years old as of July 1, 2021 to participate
Program:        Recreational & Traveling Teams - Ages 19 & under      in OMGHA. All new players must provide a copy of their
Information:    www.maplebrooksoccer.com                              government-issued birth certificate and/or school enrollment
                                                                      documentation for those living outside District 279 before their
Organization:   Eclipse                                               registration will be complete.
Program:        Travel Teams ages 19 and under
Information:    www.mneclipse.com                                     On-line registration started August 1, 2021 through OMGHA for
                                                                      all new and returning players.
                           Swimming                                   Walk-in registration – check www.omgha.com for details.
Organization:   NHCP Swim Club
Program:        Competitive Swimming – Ages 6 – 18                    See the www.omgha.com website for all your registration
Information:    www.teamunify.com/mnnhcp                              questions.

 To register, webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov                             Register on August 25 for most programs. Aug. 26 for swim       5
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-15%
All-Building Membership
                                               Maple Grove Community

Includes the Grove Cove Aquatic Center (indoor pools
and outdoor pool in season), the Maple Maze Indoor
                                                              Center
                                                      Membership Sale
                                                       November 1-10

Playground, the gymnasium and ice skating during open
skate hours. See page 55.
Pool Membership
The Grove Cove Aquatic Center! See page 61.
Pickleball Membership
Annual pickleball membership for both the Community
Center and the MG Middle School Community Gym
during Pickleball hours only. See page 36.

Sign Up Online!
Internet address: webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov. Go to
Memberships, then select the type. Payment is made in full with a credit card. Save an additional $10 when you
register online!

Automatic Renewal
Using the Direct Payment Plan is available through your checking account. You must register in person at the front
desk and bring a voided check with you. Cancellation fee of $25 applies in the first year of the membership.

NEW Fitness Reimbursement Program!
Beginning October 1, members with participating health insurance plans will be eligible for reimbursement
on membership dues after hitting visit thresholds set forth by your insurance plan. To see if you qualify,
call the customer service number on the back of your insurance card and ask about the fitness club
reimbursement program.
               Sale Rate                Sale Rate
               Annual / Monthly         Annual / Monthly
ALL BUILDING MEMBERSHIP                 ALL BUILDING MEMBERSHIP             Note above
               RESIDENTS                NON-RESIDENTS
Youth / Senior $170.00 / 14.17          $187.00 / 15.58                     reimbursement
Adult          $187.00 / 15.58          $221.00 / 18.42
Family         $374.00 / 31.17          $459.00 / 38.25                     program for
POOL MEMBERSHIP
               RESIDENTS
                                        POOL MEMBERSHIP
                                        NON-RESIDENTS
                                                                            qualifying
Youth / Senior
Adult
               $136.00 / 11.33
               $157.25 / 13.10
                                        $157.25 / 13.10
                                        $178.50 / 14.88
                                                                            insurance plans
Family         $331.50 / 27.63          $374.00 / 31.71                     starting October 1!
PICKLEBALL MEMBERSHIP                   PICKLEBALL MEMBERSHIP
              RESIDENTS                 NON-RESIDENTS
Adult         $170.00 / 14.17           $187.00 / 15.58
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Community Events
Harvest-Tober Fest                       Veterans Memorial at                           COMMUNITY CENTER
                                         Central Park                                   Fall Happenings
October 9
Central Park                             November 11                                   SEPTEMBER
Noon - 6 p.m.                            Gather at 9 a.m. at Central Park              11 Taste of Maple Grove
Free event                               Phenow Pavilion. Free event                      Purchase tickets online
                                                                                          tasteofmaplegrove.com

                                                                                       OCTOBER
                                                                                       16 The Stars Of Hope Quilt Show
                                                                                          By WOW Quilt Guild. 9 a.m. -
                                                                                          3:30 p.m., $7 Admission ($7.50
                                                                                          with credit card)

                                                                                       23 Halloween Craft & Gift Show
                                                                                          9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (free)
                                                                                          ccshows.com

                                                                                       NOVEMBER
                                         Candlelight Memorial                          13 Holiday Craft Boutique Sale
                                         December 6                                       9 a.m. - 4 p.m.,
                                         Maple Grove Arboretum                            Maplegrovelions.org
                                         7 p.m., Free event
                                                                                       20 Maple Grove Home Show
                                                                                          10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
                                                                                          Minnesotashows.com

                                                                                       AMERICAN RED CROSS
                                                                                       BLOOD DRIVES
                                                                                       1 - 7 p.m.: Sept. 27; Oct. 6 & 25,
                                                                                       Nov. 20 & 24; Dec. 20
                                                                                       2 - 8 p.m.: Nov. 15
                                                                                       Register on-line,
                                                                                       www.redcrossblood.org
                                         Join us as we remember the loss of loved
                                         ones. Candles will be provided, bring a
Trunk Or Treat                           white flower to leave next to the statue.      Volunteer
October 30
Maple Grove Community Center,            Skate with Santa                               Opportunities
   Parking Lot                           December 11                                    Adopt A Park
1 - 4 p.m.                               Central Park                                   Help keep Maple Grove Parks &
                                         5 - 8 p.m.                                     Trails beautiful! This program is
Free event                                                                              open to individuals and groups.
                                         Free community event
                                                                                        For more info, please call
                                                                                        763-494-6516 or email:
                                                                                        mdebace@maplegrovemn.gov

 To register, webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov                  Register on August 25 for most programs. Aug. 26 for swim     7
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Volunteer Opportunities
             2021 MAPLE GROVE
           AMBASSADORS CROWNED

                                                                                           ADOPT-A-PARK
                                                                     Adopt-A-Park is an opportunity for volunteers to help keep Maple
                                                                     Grove parks and trails beautiful. Adopt-A-Park is open to schools,
                                                                     community groups, civic organizations, faith communities,
                                                                     businesses, families and individuals. For information please call
                                                                     763-494-6516 or email mdebace@maplegrovemn.gov.
                                                                     Thanks to the following individuals and organizations who
What an evening it was! Maple Grove Town Green hosted the            have adopted parks and trails. All who use these areas
Maple Grove Ambassador Coronation on July 16. A full crowd           appreciate your help.
celebrated "Showtime Maple Grove". Twelve amazing young
women spoke of their sponsor support and participated in             Country Kids 4H Club, Boy Scout Troop 584, Maple Grove Women
a formal walk. Also honored that evening were outgoing               of Today, The Priebe WM Group, Bob Peterson, Lindley family,
2019 Ambassadors Grace Mayer and Ella Moroz. Community               Timur's family, Nelson Family, Weber & AJB family, Wituszynski
member, Ken Kumpula, was recognized as an outstanding                family, Girl Scout Troop 18130, Maple Grove Lutheran , The
supporter of the Ambassador Program.                                 Pease Flores Family, The Grove Church, Cub Scout Pack 531, Girl
                                                                     Scout Troop 18445, Great River Energy, Advanced Engineering
The evening culminated with Taylor McGowan, Rachel Liou and          & Environmental Services LLC, Cub Scout Pack 684, Pruhs family,
Gabby Bodin being crowned 2021 Ambassadors (pictured). The           Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Maple Grove Middle School,
Ambassadors will participate in volunteer events, partner with       Norman family, Maple Grove TAG, Basswood Elementary 5th
community organizations and non-profits in their endeavors           grade classes, Pavek family, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter
and travel the state attending special events. Each will be          Day Saints, The Tarbuck Family, Wolsky Family, Rice Lake MOMS
awarded a $3,000 educational scholarship.                            Club/North.
            Visit www.maplegroveambassadors.com

                                MAPLE GROVE COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION
                                               MGCO
Join in the fun of planning civic events! Become a member of MGCO and give back to your community. We invite you
               to attend our monthly meetings to begin your volunteer adventure and share your ideas.

          7 p.m. on the 4th Tuesday                    Show your pride! Join                 Maple Grove Days,
                  monthly                              MGCO and volunteer in               Halloween Family Fun,
               at Maple Grove                            your community                    and Breakfast & Lunch
             Community Center                                                                   with Santa
                          MEETINGS                               VOLUNTEER                                  2021-22 EVENTS

                       Halloween Family Fun                                                 Breakfast and Lunch with
                       October 23                                                           Santa
                       Weaver Lake Beach                                                    December 4
                       1 - 4 p.m.                                                           Maple Grove Community Center
                       Ages 8 and younger, $6/child                                         8:30 - 10:30 a.m.; 11a.m. - 1 p.m.
                       PRE-register at www.mgco.org                                         Breakfast $5; Lunch $6; Under 2 free
                                                                                            PRE-register at www.mgco.org

                                        www.maplegrovedays.org | 763-494-5985

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                                                         2021 Remaining Schedule
Mondays at 7 p.m.                                                Friday Movies at Dusk
August 16 - No Limits, B-side | Pop rock                         August 27 - Toy Story 4
August 23 - Authorities | 50s & 60s music                        September 3 - The Last Waltz
August 30 - Riverside Swing Band | Swing / dance                 September 10 - The Princess Bride
                                                                 September 24 - Little Women
Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
August 18 - Dirty Shorts Band | Brass band
August 25 - Surf Cats | Oldies                                   Special Events
September 1 - River City Jazz Orchestra | Jazz                   August 20 - Rince Nua Irish Dance
                                                                  - (before movie)
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
August 19 - Kelvin Saline Magic Villages Show
August 26 - Sticks and Tones
                    Rainout announcements 763-494-5959 and on Facebook at TownGreenMapleGrove
                                  Events are subject to change | No smoking, no alcochol

          SHOP LOCAL - SHOP FRESH
         Every Thursday through October 21
The 2021 Farmers Market features up to 50 vendors
every Thursday afternoon at the Community Center.
Market hours are 3 - 7 p.m. in August and September;
3 - 6 p.m. in October.
Late August through September is the peak of the
harvest season. Enjoy a tremendous variety of produce items, from apples to zucchini, plus local meats, eggs, honey,
maple syrup, and more. Round out your shopping with hundreds of locally-made food items, from breads to kimchi to
pierogies.
Meet our vendors and subscribe to market emails by visiting www.maplegrovefarmersmarket.com. Follow the market
on Facebook and Instagram for vendor updates!
                                             Also at the Farmers Market
        • Power of Produce Kids Club • Frequent Shopper Rewards Program • Live music through September
                                 • Trick-or-Treat the Market on Thursday, October 21

 To register, webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov                    Register on August 25 for most programs. Aug. 26 for swim   9
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CONCERT ON THE LAWN
                                                                     Presented by the Maple Grove Lions Foundation
                                                                   Central Park of Maple Grove, 12000 Central Park Way

                                                                                  Friday, September 17
                                                                        Rockie Lynne | Hitchville | Anderson Daniels

                                                                                 Saturday, September 18
                                                                                      Soul Asylum |
                                                                    St Paul Peterson & the Minneapolis Funk All Stars |
                                                                                      Turn Turn Turn
                                                                              Gates 4 p.m., music 5-10:30 p.m.
                                                                           Ticket sale began Friday, June 4
                                                                     www.maplegrovelions.org/concert-on-the-lawn
                                                                                           Friday
                                                                                        $15 Advance
                                                                                       $20 at the door

                                                                                         Saturday
                                                                                        $35 Advance
                                                                                       $40 at the door

                                                                                            Both
                                                                                        $50 Advance
                                                                                       $55 at the door

                                          Sponsorships & Donations
                           Visit maplegrovemn.gov/parks-and-recreation/park-sponsorships to review all sponsorship
                           opportunities or call (763) 494-5824.

                           Arbor Lakes Benches $3,000
    SPONSOR                Architectural cast-iron benches are placed at various locations around North Arbor Lake and include
                           an etched bronze plaque.

                           Scattered Site Benches $1,500
                           Sponsors may request a bench site in a favorite park or trail. Park bench includes customized vinyl
                           plaque.

Angel of Hope Bricks $125
Remember a child of any age by purchasing an engraved brick, to be installed at the foot of the Angel of Hope statue at the Maple
Grove Arboretum. Orders received by September 1, 2021 will be installed and dedicated this fall.

VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK OF MAPLE GROVE
Salute our armed forces by sponsoring an engraved paver at the Veterans Memorial, located at Central Park of Maple Grove. Three
paver sizes are available. Pavers ordered prior to August 15, 2021 will be installed this fall.

Maple Grove Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board welcomes donations of any amount. Donations can be for the general support of Parks and
Recreation or specified for certain programs or areas.

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Candlelight Memorial
                                                                    ANGEL OF HOPE CANDLELIGHT MEMORIAL
                                                                            Monday, December 6, 2021, 7 p.m.
                                                                       Maple Grove Arboretum, 9400 Fernbrook Lane,
                                                                                      Maple Grove

                                                                 Candles will be provided, bring a white flower to leave
                                                                 next to the statue. The Angel of Hope has become a
                                                                 place of peaceful remembrance for many that have
                                                                 experienced the loss of a loved one. The Candlelight
                                                                 Memorial is for the entire community and will consist
                                                                 of a short meaningful program at the Angel of Hope
                                                                 Statue.

                                        Adaptive Recreation
                                             REACH FOR RESOURCES ADAPTIVE RECREATION
                                         The adaptive recreation program is a cooperative effort of REACH for Resources and the cities of
                                         Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Chanhassen, Chaska, Waconia
                                         and St. Louis Park. REACH is an agency which serves individuals with developmental disabilities and
                                         their families in Western Hennepin County. Services include adaptive recreation, independent living
                                         support and counseling. For information and registration procedures, call 952-200-3030.
                                         NOTE: For persons not living in one of the above communities, you are considered a Non-Resident
                                         and need to add $8 to select registration fees.

                                                  Check out a full listing of Adaptive Programing at www.reachforresources.org

                                                   Participants must PRE-register with REACH not with the City of Maple Grove

                                          ADULT ACTIVITIES          TEEN ACTIVITIES         YOUTH ACTIVITIES         SPECIAL EVENTS
                                            Social Groups             (Ages 13-21)            Youth Athletes              Bingo
                                          Health and Wellness        Teen Explorers           Social Outings             Dances
                                                Classes              Social Seekers               Bowling            Weekend Ventures
                                             On the Town                 Bowling            Health and Wellness           Movies
                                         Empowerment Group         Health and Wellness            Classes             Sporting Events
                                                Bowling                  Classes                                       Talent Show
                                                                                                                         & More!!

                                          AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT NOTICE
                                         In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,
                                         upon request, reasonable accommodations can be provided to
                                         allow individuals with a disability to participate in Maple Grove
                                         Parks and Recreation Board services, programs and activities.
                                         Please call 763-494-6516 or TTY 763-494-6525.

To register, webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov                       Register on August 25 for most programs. Aug. 26 for swim                   11
Learn To Skate - Click here for registration link
                 MAPLE GROVE SKATING SCHOOL                                   22nd ANNUAL ICE SHOW (AGES 3 – ADULT)
                 LEARN TO SKATE USA PROGRAM                              Any participant registered CONTINUOUSLY in the Maple Grove
                     An Indoor Ice Skating Program at the                Skating School Learn To Skate USA Program at the Maple Grove
                    Maple Grove Community Center Ice Arena               Community Center Ice Arena, from October 2021 through April
                                                                         2022, is eligible to participate in the 2022 Maple Grove Ice Show.
                 The Maple Grove Skating School “Learn to Skate          The Ice Show is scheduled for April 16, 2022. Further information
                 USA” Program is designed for all ages, 3 through        will be distributed during classes and posted in the Maple Grove
                 Adult, as an indoor ice skating program which           Skating School display case. Registration for the 22nd Annual Ice
provides a simple but progressive method of group ice skating            Show will take place in early November 2021. All ages, 3 through
instruction. This program is endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA        Adult, and all abilities are welcome to participate! Exclusion
Hockey, and US Speedskating. Class titles include: Hockey Skating        for participation: If a Maple Grove Skating School participant is
Development, Snowplow Sam, Skating School, Adult, Advanced               registered only for Open Freestyle, Jump Zone, and/or Jump To
Skating School, Junior Club 1, Junior Club 2, Senior Club, Bridge        New Heights and is not registered for any other level in the Maple
Beyond The Basics, High Bridge Beyond The Basics, Theatre On             Grove Skating School Learn To Skate USA Program, the participant
Ice, Jump Zone, and Jump To New Heights. Please register for             is not eligible for Ice Show registration.
classes as soon as possible, as classes fill quickly. Registrations
are NOT accepted at the arena on the first day of the session.                  ON-ICE HARNESS AND OFF-ICE HARNESS
Class fees are not prorated for late registration. On the first day of   The Maple Grove Skating School is proud to offer the use of an
class, all participants must check in at the Maple Grove Skating         on-ice harness and off-ice harness to Maple Grove Skating School
School Participant Check-In located in the Warm Area between             participants. The on-ice harness and off-ice harness are tools that
the Premier Bank Rink and the West Rink in the lower level of            assist participants by alleviating the fear of falling when learning
the arena. All participants must bring their Class Registration          new on-ice jumps and/or perfecting already consistent on-ice
receipt to the first day of class to verify registration. At times,      jumps. The Maple Grove Skating School “Learn to Skate USA”
participants may repeat a level before advancing to the next level.      Program information includes class descriptions regarding the
Attendance is important in order to learn new skills that build on       new “Jump Zone” on-ice harness class, the “Jump To New Heights”
the skills learned during the previous class. Alternate classes for      off-ice harness class, and the classes that utilize the on-ice harness
unattended classes are not offered. Participants will be evaluated       and off-ice harness. This is truly an exceptional opportunity for
on the first day of class to verify that they have been registered       the Maple Grove Skating School participants! Register today!
for the appropriate level. Participants of any skating level are
always welcome to participate. Contact the Skating Director,             MAPLE GROVE SKATING SCHOOL OFFICIAL APPAREL
Mandy Pirich, at 763-494-5967 or email mgskatingschool@                  The Maple Grove Skating School and the City of Maple Grove are
maplegrovemn.gov with any questions.                                     proud to offer the Official Apparel for the Maple Grove Skating
                                                                         School. Show your pride for the Maple Grove Skating School
                    SKATING EQUIPMENT                                    by wearing the Official Apparel: jacket, sweatshirt, t-shirt, hat,
Single blade skates are allowed for classes. Double blade skates         blanket, and more. Contact the Skating Director, Mandy Pirich, at
are not allowed at any time. During each class, a limited number         763-494-5967 or email mgskatingschool@maplegrovemn.gov for
of skate rentals (sizes youth 8 to adult 12) are available, per pair,    information.
for a nominal fee. Sticks, pucks and skate trainers are not allowed
at any time.                                                                              FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM
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Warm, flexible clothing that includes mittens/gloves, a jacket,          “Like” the official Maple Grove Skating School page on Facebook
snow pants/leggings, and a hockey/bike helmet.                           and follow us on Instagram today!

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                                                          SNOWPLOW SAM
                                                                 Ages 3 – 5
Snowplow Sam teaches the Snowplow Sam 1 – 4 levels. It is designed to help young participants develop the coordination and strength
necessary to maneuver on skates. Examples of elements taught include: standing up, forward/backward skating, forward/backward swizzles,
forward one-foot glides, forward stopping, etc. Each class consists of a 30 minute group lesson and a 30 minute practice time. One parent/
guardian is encouraged to participate with his/her participant in the first two classes of the session. Parents/Guardians are required to wear
skates if they wish to participate on the ice.
A helmet (hockey/bike) is highly recommended.
Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on the first day of class.
Tuesdays, September 14 – October 12 (ex Oct 5)                              Thursdays, September 9 – October 14 (ex Oct 7)
10:15 – 10:45 a.m.          $58 (4 ses)             403101-01               10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)          403101-06
10:45 – 11:15 a.m. practice time                                            10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time
Tuesdays, September 14 – October 12 (ex Oct 5)
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $58 (4 ses)             403101-02               Thursdays, October 28 – December 9 (ex Nov 25)
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time                                            10:15 – 10:45 a.m.          $87 (6 ses)        403101-07
                                                                            10:45 – 11:15 a.m. practice time
Tuesdays, October 26 – December 7                                           Thursdays, October 28 – December 9 (ex Nov 25)
10:15 – 10:45 a.m.          $101.50 (7 ses)         403101-03               10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $87 (6 ses)        403101-08
10:45 – 11:15 a.m. practice time                                            10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time
Tuesdays, October 26 – December 7
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $101.50 (7 ses)         403101-04               Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time                                            10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)      403102-05
                                                                            11:15 – 11:45 a.m. practice time
Wednesdays, September 15 – October 13 (ex Oct 6)                            Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
6 – 6:30 p.m.               $58 (4 ses)        403102-01                    11:15 – 11:45 a.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)      403102-06
6:30 – 7 p.m. practice time                                                 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. practice time
Wednesdays, September 15 – October 13 (ex Oct 6)                            Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
6:30 – 7 p.m.               $58 (4 ses)        403102-02                    11:45 – 12:15 p.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)      403102-07
6 – 6:30 p.m. practice time                                                 11:15 – 11:45 a.m. practice time

Wednesdays, October 27 – December 8 (ex Nov 24)                             Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
6 – 6:30 p.m.               $87 (6 ses)       403102-03                     10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $87 (6 ses)         403102-08
6:30 – 7 p.m. practice time                                                 11:15 – 11:45 a.m. practice time
Wednesdays, October 27 – December 8 (ex Nov 24)                             Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
6:30 – 7 p.m.               $87 (6 ses)       403102-04                     11:15 – 11:45 a.m.          $87 (6 ses)         403102-09
6 – 6:30 p.m. practice time                                                 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. practice time
                                                                            Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
Thursdays, September 9 – October 14 (ex Oct 7)                              11:45 – 12:15 p.m.          $87 (6 ses)         403102-10
10:15 – 10:45 a.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)          403101-05               11:15 – 11:45 a.m. practice time
10:45 – 11:15 a.m. practice time
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                                                                                          SKATING SCHOOL
        HOCKEY SKATING DEVELOPMENT                                              Ages 6 – 12 or passed Snowplow Sam 4
           Ages 6 – 12 or passed Snowplow Sam 4                      Skating School teaches the Basic 1 – 3 levels. It is designed to help
                                                                     participants develop the coordination and strength necessary
The most important skill in the development of a hockey player       to maneuver on skates. Examples of elements taught include:
is skating technique and it is the primary focus of this hockey      forward/backward skating, forward/backward swizzles, forward/
program. Participants will learn to maneuver faster and become       backward one-foot glides, forward stopping, forward to backward
more agile on the ice. This program is endorsed by USA Hockey.       two-foot turns, etc. Each class consists of a 30 minute group
Examples of elements taught include: forward/backward C-Cuts,        lesson and a 30 minute practice time.
forward quick starts, forward/backward stops, forward/backward       A helmet (hockey/bike) is highly recommended.
crossovers, etc. There are five levels for this hockey program:      Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on
Hockey 1 – 4 and Power Skating. Participants who are new to          the first day of class.
the program will be placed in Hockey 1 and progress through all
five levels in order to learn all of the fundamentals. This hockey   Basic 1 - 3
program will not talk about the game of hockey or use sticks or      Wednesdays, September 15 – October 13 (ex Oct 6)
pucks. Each class consists of a 30 minute group lesson and a 30      7 – 7:30 p.m.               $58 (4 ses)        403103-01
minute practice time.                                                7:30 – 8 p.m. practice time
A helmet (hockey) is highly recommended.
Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on   Wednesdays, October 27 – December 8 (ex Nov 24)
the first day of class.                                              7 – 7:30 p.m.               $87 (6 ses)       403103-02
                                                                     7:30 – 8 p.m. practice time
Wednesdays, September 15 – October 13 (ex Oct 6)
                                                                     Thursdays, September 9 – October 14 (ex Oct 7)
6 – 6:30 p.m.               $58 (4 ses)        403205-01
                                                                     10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)            403104-01
6:30 – 7 p.m. practice time
                                                                     10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time
Wednesdays, October 27 – December 8 (ex Nov 24)                      Thursdays, October 28 – December 9 (ex Nov 25)
6 – 6:30 p.m.               $87 (6 ses)       403205-02              10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $87 (6 ses)        403104-02
6:30 – 7 p.m. practice time                                          10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time
                                                                     Basic 1 - 2
Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)                      Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)      403205-03            11:45 – 12:15 p.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)      403103-03
11:15 – 11:45 a.m. practice time                                     11:15 – 11:45 a.m. practice time
                                                                     Basic 2 - 3
Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)                      Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $87 (6 ses)         403205-04            12:15 – 12:45 p.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)      403103-04
11:15 – 11:45 a.m. practice time                                     11:45 – 12:15 p.m. practice time
                                                                     Basic 1 - 2
                                                                     Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
                                                                     11:45 – 12:15 p.m.          $87 (6 ses)         403103-05
                                                                     11:15 – 11:45 a.m. practice time
                                                                     Basic 2 - 3
                                                                     Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
                                                                     12:15 – 12:45 p.m.          $87 (6 ses)         403103-06
                                                                     11:45 – 12:15 p.m. practice time

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                            ADULT                                                   ADVANCED SKATING SCHOOL
                        Ages 13 – Adult                                              Participants who have passed Basic 3
Adult teaches the Adult 1 – 6 levels. It is designed to help             Advanced Skating School teaches the Basic 4 – 6 levels. Examples
participants develop the coordination and strength necessary             of elements taught include: forward/backward crossovers,
to maneuver on skates. Examples of elements taught include:              forward outside/inside three turns, hockey stops, forward spirals,
forward/backward skating, forward/backward swizzles, forward/            backward to forward two-foot turns, etc. Each class consists of a
backward one-foot glides, forward stopping, forward/backward             45 minute group lesson and a 60 minute practice time.
edges, forward/backward crossovers, etc. Each class consists of a        Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.
30 minute group lesson and a 30 minute practice time.                    Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,
A helmet (hockey/bike) is highly recommended.                            t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.
Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on       Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on
the first day of class.                                                  the first day of class.

Tuesdays, September 14 – October 12 (ex Oct 5)                           Wednesdays, September 15 – October 13 (ex Oct 6)
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $58 (4 ses)             403106-01            7:30 – 8:15 p.m.             $62 (4 ses)       403107-01
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time                                         6:30 – 7:30 p.m. practice time

Tuesdays, October 26 – December 7                                        Wednesdays, October 27 – December 8 (ex Nov 24)
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $101.50 (7 ses)         403106-02            7:30 – 8:15 p.m.             $93 (6 ses)      403107-02
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time                                         6:30 – 7:30 p.m. practice time

Wednesdays, September 15 – October 13 (ex Oct 6)                         Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
7 – 7:30 p.m.               $58 (4 ses)        403106-03                 9:45 – 10:30 a.m.           $77.50 (5 ses)      403107-03
7:30 – 8 p.m. practice time                                              10:45 – 11:45 a.m. practice time

Wednesdays, October 27 – December 8 (ex Nov 24)                          Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
7 – 7:30 p.m.               $87 (6 ses)       403106-04                  9:45 – 10:30 a.m.           $93 (6 ses)         403107-04
7:30 – 8 p.m. practice time                                              10:45 – 11:45 a.m. practice time

Thursdays, September 9 – October 14 (ex Oct 7)                                                 JUNIOR CLUB 1
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)          403106-05
                                                                                     Participants who have passed Basic 6
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time
                                                                         Junior Club 1 teaches the Pre-Free Skate – Free Skate 1 levels.
                                                                         Examples of elements taught include: forward inside open
Thursdays, October 28 – December 9 (ex Nov 25)
                                                                         mohawks, basic forward outside/inside consecutive edges,
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.          $87 (6 ses)        403106-06
                                                                         upright spins, waltz jump, half flip jump, toe loop jump, etc.
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. practice time
                                                                         Each class consists of a 60 minute group lesson and a 60 minute
                                                                         practice time.
Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
                                                                         Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.
12:15 – 12:45 p.m.          $72.50 (5 ses)      403106-07
                                                                         Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,
11:45 – 12:15 p.m. practice time
                                                                         t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.
                                                                         Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on
Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
                                                                         the first day of class.
12:15 – 12:45 p.m.          $87 (6 ses)         403106-08
11:45 – 12:15 p.m. practice time
                                                                         Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
                                                                         8:45 – 9:45 a.m.             $82.50 (5 ses)     403108-01
                                                                         9:45 – 11 a.m. practice time
                                                                            (ice resurface from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)
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                        maplegroveskatingschool                          8:45 – 9:45 a.m.             $99 (6 ses)        403108-02
                                                                         9:45 – 11 a.m. practice time
                                                                            (ice resurface from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)

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                       JUNIOR CLUB 2                                                           SENIOR CLUB
         Participants who have passed Free Skate 1                              Participants who have passed Free Skate 3
Junior Club 2 teaches the Free Skate 2 – 3 levels. Examples            Senior Club teaches the Free Skate 4 – 6 levels. Examples of
of elements taught include: basic backward outside/inside              elements taught include: forward/backward power three turns,
consecutive edges, alternating mohawk/crossover sequence,              the waltz eight, sit spin, camel spin, flip jump, the axel, etc.
beginning/advanced back spins, salchow jump, loop jump, etc.           Participants will have access to the on-ice harness and off-ice
Each class consists of a 60 minute group lesson and a 60 minute        harness. Each class consists of a 60 minute group lesson, 30
practice time.                                                         minute off-ice group lesson, and a 60 minute practice time.
Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.        Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.
Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,    Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,
t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.                          t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.
Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on     Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on
the first day of class.                                                the first day of class.

Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)                        Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
8:45 – 9:45 a.m.             $82.50 (5 ses)     403109-01              7:45 – 9:30 a.m.             $92.50 (5 ses)     403110-01
9:45 – 11 a.m. practice time                                           9:45 – 11 a.m. practice time
   (ice resurface from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)                                (ice resurface from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)

Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)                        Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
8:45 – 9:45 a.m.             $99 (6 ses)        403109-02              7:45 – 9:30 a.m.             $111 (6 ses)       403110-02
9:45 – 11 a.m. practice time                                           9:45 – 11 a.m. practice time
   (ice resurface from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)                                (ice resurface from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)

            BRIDGE BEYOND THE BASICS                                           HIGH BRIDGE BEYOND THE BASICS
           Participants who are also registered for                             Participants who have passed Free Skate 6
                 Pre-Free Skate – Free Skate 6                         High Bridge Beyond The Basics teaches advanced elements
Elements in Pre-Free Skate – Free Skate 6 are difficult and many       and assists in preparing participants for U.S. Figure Skating
participants repeat these levels. Participants will receive both       introductory tests and competitions. Participants will receive both
group and individualized instruction that will assist participants     group and individualized instruction. There will be a progression
to pass the Pre-Free Skate – Free Skate 6 levels. The focus of         of class levels that will focus on stroking/edges/power skating/
this class will be the individual participant. Each participant will   spins/jumps, the on-ice warm up and off-ice cool down, proper
concentrate on the specific elements that must still be achieved       ice etiquette, U.S. Figure Skating Moves in the Field patterns,
by the participant in order to pass the Pre-Free Skate – Free          U.S. Figure Skating test/competition elements, proper stretching
Skate 6 levels. Participants will have access to the on-ice harness    techniques, goal setting/positive thinking, boot/blade education,
at the Free Skate 4 – 6 levels. This is an additional class offered    and parent/guardian education. Participants will have access to
exclusively to participants who are also registered for Pre-Free       the on-ice harness and off-ice harness. Each class consists of a 60
Skate – Free Skate 6. Participants must continue to be registered      minute group lesson, 30 minute off-ice group lesson, and a 60
for Pre-Free Skate – Free Skate 6 in order to participate in Bridge    minute practice time.
Beyond The Basics.                                                     Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.
Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.        Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,
Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,    t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.
t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.                          Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on
Please arrive at the arena 15 minutes prior to the group lesson on     the first day of class.
the first day of class.
                                                                       Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
Wednesdays, September 15 – October 13 (ex Oct 6)                       7:45 – 9:30 a.m.             $92.50 (5 ses)     403112-01
7:30 – 8:15 p.m.        $62 (4 ses)            403111-01               9:45 – 11 a.m. practice time
                                                                          (ice resurface from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)
Wednesdays, October 27 – December 8 (ex Nov 24)
7:30 – 8:15 p.m.         $93 (6 ses)          403111-02                Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
                                                                       7:45 – 9:30 a.m.             $111 (6 ses)       403112-02
Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)                        9:45 – 11 a.m. practice time
9:45 – 10:30 a.m.         $77.50 (5 ses)        403111-03                 (ice resurface from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)

Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
9:45 – 10:30 a.m.         $93 (6 ses)           403111-04

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                                                                                          JUMP TO NEW HEIGHTS
                                                                                              Off-Ice Harness Class
                                                                                      Participants who have passed Basic 6
                                                                          Jump To New Heights is an off-ice harness class that teaches
                                                                          proper jump rotation utilizing the off-ice harness. This 15 minute
                                                                          class is limited to 3 participants and will offer off-ice harness
                                                                          instruction and off-ice jump technique instruction. Participants
                                                                          will receive immediate feedback and analysis of his/her jump
                                                                          rotation. Mastering jump rotation is essential when learning new
                                                                          on-ice jumps and/or perfecting already consistent on-ice jumps.
                                                                          Participants may wear either their skates or shoes during this
                                                                          class.
                                                                          Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.
                                                                          Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,
                                                                          t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.

                                                                          Sundays, September 12 – October 17 (ex Oct 10)
                                                                          8:55 – 9:10 a.m.         $25 (5 ses)           403113-01
                                                                          9:10 – 9:25 a.m.         $25 (5 ses)           403113-02

                                                                          Sundays, October 24 – December 5 (ex Nov 14)
                         JUMP ZONE                                        8:55 – 9:10 a.m.          $30 (6 ses)                403113-03
                    On-Ice Harness Class                                  9:10 – 9:25 a.m.          $30 (6 ses)                403113-04
            Participants who have passed Basic 6
Jump Zone is an on-ice harness class that teaches proper jump             Wednesdays, September 15 - October 13 (ex Oct 6)
rotation utilizing the on-ice harness. This 10 minute class is            7:10 – 7:25 p.m.        $20 (4 ses)            403113-05
limited to 1 participant and will offer on-ice harness instruction.       7:40 – 7:55 p.m.        $20 (4 ses)            403113-06
Participants will receive immediate feedback and analysis of his/         7:55 – 8:10 p.m.        $20 (4 ses)            403113-07
her jump rotation. Mastering jump rotation is essential when
learning new on-ice jumps and/or perfecting already consistent            Wednesdays, October 27 - December 8 (ex Nov 24)
on-ice jumps. Participants must wear their skates during this class.      7:10 – 7:25 p.m.          $30 (6 ses)          403113-08
Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.           7:40 – 7:55 p.m.          $30 (6 ses)          403113-09
Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,       7:55 – 8:10 p.m.          $30 (6 ses)          403113-10
t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.
                                                                          Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
Wednesdays, September 15 - October 13 (ex Oct 6)                          8:20 – 8:35 a.m.          $25 (5 ses)                403113-11
7:40 - 7:50 p.m.       $40 (4 ses)              403117-01                 9:40 – 9:55 a.m.          $25 (5 ses)                403113-12
7:50 – 8 p.m.          $40 (4 ses)              403117-02                 9:55 – 10:10 a.m.         $25 (5 ses)                403113-13
8 – 8:10 p.m.          $40 (4 ses)              403117-03                 10:10 – 10:25 a.m.        $25 (5 ses)                403113-14

Wednesdays, October 27 - December 8 (ex Nov 24)                           Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
7:40 - 7:50 p.m.        $60 (6 ses)             403117-04                 8:20 – 8:35 a.m.          $30 (6 ses)                403113-15
7:50 – 8 p.m.           $60 (6 ses)             403117-05                 9:40 – 9:55 a.m.          $30 (6 ses)                403113-16
8 – 8:10 p.m.           $60 (6 ses)             403117-06                 9:55 – 10:10 a.m.         $30 (6 ses)                403113-17
                                                                          10:10 – 10:25 a.m.        $30 (6 ses)                403113-18
Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
8:10 – 8:20 a.m.        $50 (5 ses)                   403117-07
8:20 – 8:30 a.m.        $50 (5 ses)                   403117-08
8:30 – 8:40 a.m.        $50 (5 ses)                   403117-09
10 – 10:10 a.m.         $50 (5 ses)                   403117-10
10:10 – 10:20 a.m.      $50 (5 ses)                   403117-11
10:20 - 10:30 a.m.      $50 (5 ses)                   403117-12

Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
8:10 – 8:20 a.m.         $60 (6 ses)                  403117-13
8:20 – 8:30 a.m.         $60 (6 ses)                  403117-14
8:30 – 8:40 a.m.         $60 (6 ses)                  403117-15
10 – 10:10 a.m.          $60 (6 ses)                  403117-16
10:10 – 10:20 a.m.       $60 (6 ses)                  403117-17
10:20 - 10:30 a.m.       $60 (6 ses)                  403117-18

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NEWParticipantsTHEATRE     ON ICE
                who are also registered for Free
                                                                                           OPEN FREESTYLE
                                                                            Participants who have passed Basic 6 or Adult 4
          Skate 4 – High Bridge Beyond The Basics                     Open Freestyle is a 45 minute session where a participant can
Theatre On Ice will incorporate elements of choreography,             make use of additional practice time on a full sheet of ice, and if
skating movements and the rapport between skaters and/or              interested, private lessons with a U.S. Figure Skating Coach. Open
subgroups of skaters at an introductory level. Emphasis will be on    Freestyle is available to participants who have passed Basic 6 or
the demonstration of the elements and control of skating skills       Adult 4 and above. Private lessons are available and contracted
through movement. Each class consists of a 60 minute group            separately between a participant and a U.S. Figure Skating Coach.
lesson and a performance on the last day of the session.              The use of the on-ice harness will be available on this session
 Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.      and may be used only by a participant along with a Maple Grove
Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,   Skating School staff member who has been trained in the use
t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.                         of the on-ice harness. Registration fees submitted here only
                                                                      provide entrance and access to the Open Freestyle ice session.
Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)                       The Maple Grove Community Center All Building Membership or
8:45 – 9:45 a.m.          $100 (5 ses)          403118-01             Open Ice Skating coupons are not valid for Open Freestyle. If you
                                                                      are interested in more information regarding Open Freestyle or
Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)                       private lessons, please contact the Skating Director, Mandy Pirich,
8:45 – 9:45 a.m.          $120 (6 ses)          403118-02             at 763-494-5967 or email mgskatingschool@maplegrovemn.gov
                                                                      with any questions.
                                                                      If a participant does not pre-register for Open Freestyle, the fee
                                                                      for each 45 minute session will be $15.00 and payable to the
                                                                      Maple Grove Ice Arena Attendant before the session begins.
                                                                      Skating attire is highly recommended and jeans are not allowed.
                                                                      Please wear clothing that is easy to move in: figure skating dress,
                                                                      t-shirt, tights/leggings, athletic wear, etc.
                                                                      Wednesdays, September 15 – October 13 (ex Oct 6)
                                                                      5:15 – 6 p.m.      $44 (4 ses)                 403114-01
                                                                      Wednesdays, October 27 – December 8 (ex Nov 24)
                                                                      5:15 – 6 p.m.       $66 (6 ses)               403114-02
                                                                      Saturdays, September 11 – October 16 (ex Oct 9)
                                                                      6:45 – 7:30 a.m.     $55 (5 ses)                403114-03
                                                                      Saturdays, October 30 – December 11 (ex Nov 27)
                                                                      6:45 – 7:30 a.m.      $66 (6 ses)               403114-04

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Music for Everyone
                 MUSIC FOR EVERYONE
Offering private music lessons and group activities for students
of all ages, from pre-schoolers to adults. The cities of Maple Grove,       PRIVATE LESSONS, BEGINNER-ADV. LESSONS
Brooklyn Park and Plymouth have formed this music consortium to
present quality music instruction to their residents.

                     PRIVATE LESSONS                                                             PRIVATE PIANO
                          Ages 7 – Adult                                                             404201-01
The private music lesson program is ultimately designed to be
a 12 month continuum for the entire year. Registration fees are
taken on a quarterly basis. New students can enroll for private
                                                                                                PRIVATE GUITAR
lessons at any time during the quarter, as space allows and fees                                     404201-02
can be pro-rated. Lesson times will be arranged by individual
teachers. All private lessons are 30 minutes long and meet
once per week. Additional costs will occur for lesson books and                       PRIVATE VIOLIN/VIOLA
                                                                                      PRIVA
materials. If an instructor has to cancel due to an emergency, the                               404201-03
instructor will try to make-up the lesson or a refund will be issued
at the request of the participant.
                                                                                                  PRIVATE VOICE
The lessons are held at the Maple                                                                     404201-04
Grove Community Center and the
Village Hall at Lakeview Knolls Park.
Virtual options are available if requested.                                                      PRIVATE BRASS
                                                                                                     404201-05
The fall session begins the week of September 13 (12 lessons).
No class the week of Thanksgiving. A variety of days & times are
offered. Call Alyssa (763-509-5224) to arrange a private lesson                        PRIVATE WOODWINDS
                                                                                       PRIV
day and time prior to registration.                                                              404201-06
$274.00 - 12 lessons
                                                                                                   PRIVATE HARP
All students must bring their receipt to their first private lesson.
                                                                                                       404201-07
Registration is available online or in person during Parks &
Recreation business hours.

                                                                 GROUP LESSONS

             FIRST STEPS IN MUSICLAND                                                   PIANO FOR LITTLE MOZARTS
           Ages 18 months - 4 years with a parent                                                       Ages 4 - 6
Teaches toddlers basic musical concepts. In this educational                Find a friend or a sibling to explore beginning steps at the piano
class, parents and children will have fun dancing, singing and              with Little Mozart's partners’ lessons. Students will receive a jump
playing instruments while the children learn valuable skills such           start on the piano with hands-on activities. Each lesson includes
as rhythm, eye-hand coordination, gross motor and focused                   music facts, movements, singing, percussion instruments and
learning. This class is taught by a licensed music educator. Come           time on the keyboard. Students will also be exposed to the
for fun and leave with a foundation for future musical skills and           rich heritage of classical music by some of the greats--Mozart,
knowledge. Parents participate with their child. All registration           Beethoven, and many more. Children should know their numbers
accepted immediately.                                                       1-5 and letters A-G before starting this class. All registration
Village Hall at Lakeview Knolls, 9391 Fernbrook La N (upper                 accepted immediately.
Arbor View parking lot)                                                     Village Hall at Lakeview Knolls, 9391 Fernbrook La N (upper
Mondays, September 13 - November 1 - 8 lessons                              Arbor View parking lot)
9:45 - 10:30 a.m.              $76                    404108-01             Mondays, September 13 - November 1 - 8 lessons
10:40 - 11:25 a.m.             $76                    404108-02             11:35 - 12:05 p.m.           $108                       404109-01
Mondays, November 8 - December 13 - 6 lessons                               Mondays, November 8 - December 13 - 6 lessons
9:45 - 10:30 a.m.              $57                    404108-03             11:35 - 12:05 p.m.           $81                        404109-02
10:40 - 11:25 a.m.             $57                    404108-04

 To register, webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov                                  Register on August 25 for most programs. Aug. 26 for swim          19
Kids World - Active Kids - Click here for registration link

                     KIDS IN MOTION                                                   TINY TOT GYMNASTICS
           Ages 18 month-3 years with a parent &                                                 Ages 3½ - 4
                3½-6 years without a parent                           This course is designed to be movement based and will focus
Come move with us! This class is all about fitness and movement.      on development of coordination. Tumbling, uneven bars, low
Exciting games and fitness activities that develop a child’s mind     balance beam and a variety of mat exercises will be introduced.
and body are all included. This class will focus on fun and fitness   Parent viewing first and last lesson only. Child must be 3½ years of
while achieving a good sense of self-awareness. Instructor, Renae     age by the start of class. Students should wear leotards or shorts,
Cole.                                                                 please no tights.
Maple Grove Community Center, Gym                                     Maple Grove Middle School, Auxiliary Gym, 7000 Hemlock Ln
Wednesdays, September 22 – November 17 (ex Oct 6)                     Wednesdays, September 22 – November 10
9:15 - 10 a.m.               $58 (8 ses)               405108-02      7 - 7:45 p.m.                 $54 (8 ses)             405106-03
                                                                      Saturdays, September 18 - November 13 (ex Oct 23)
                                                                      9 - 9:35 a.m.             $54 (8 ses)          405106-04
                 TINY TOT GYMNASTICS
                    Ages 2 & 3 with a parent
Come on little ones, here is your chance to try out your tumbling
skills in a safe environment. Children will be introduced to a
                                                                                     PRE‑SCHOOL BEGINNING
variety of mat exercises, low balance beam, tumbling and games                       TUMBLING/GYMNASTICS
that develop coordination. Students should wear leotards or                               Ages 4½ - Kindergarten
shorts, please no tights.                                             Includes tumbling, low balance beam work and a variety of mat
Maple Grove Middle School, Auxiliary Gym, 7000 Hemlock Ln             exercises. Child must be 4½ years of age by the start of class.
Wednesdays, September 22 – November 10                                Leotards or shorts may be worn, no tights. Lessons missed by
5:30 - 6:05 p.m.              $54 (8 ses)             405106-01       students will not be made up. Parent viewing first and last lesson
6:15 – 6:50 p.m.              $54 (8 ses)             405106-02       only.
                                                                      Maple Grove Middle School, Auxiliary Gym, 7000 Hemlock Ln
                                                                      Saturdays, September 18 – November 13 (ex Oct 23)
                                                                      9:45 – 10:30 am             $54 (8 ses)              405107-01
                                                                      10:40 - 11:25 am            $54 (8 ses)              405107-02

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