Community Education--Eastern Carver Co Schools

1st DownTots is a development program for kids ages 3-5 years old that uses a variety of fun games to engage kids while teaching the sport of football and developing fundamental skills. The goal is to build fitness, muscle coordination, football fundamentals and create a love of the game. We do not do any tackling or blocking at this level. Parent help is expected during class when needed, thank you!

DASH Sports Athleticism Tykes camps provide participants with an overall introduction to building athleticism. The camp experience includes running, agility, jumping, catching, balance/body control, and throwing. Camp consists of many different types of activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall athletic performance. Campers should bring water and wear athletic shoes.

Dash Sports baseball camps provide players with a well-rounded experience in a fun environment. Key elements of throwing, fielding/catching, batting, and baserunning will be taught and practiced, and players will be grouped and challenged at an appropriate level in a fun, positive environment while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, and Pride’. Camp ends with a scrimmage on the final day. Tykes camps provide players an introductory experience to the game of Baseball through fun skill-based drills and mini-games. Parents may be asked to help during camp! Athletes should bring a water bottle and a baseball glove (spikes and bats are optional). Baseballs and bats are provided.

BaseballTots classes focus on fine and gross motor skills as well as body control. We teach all the baseball basics, such as throwing, catching, hitting and running control. We are excited to help these little ones develop a love of the game! Parent participation required for ages 2-3.5 years.

Open Run sessions are designed to emphasize the concept of playground basketball, where children decide how to experience the game within their time block. Each Open Run session is supervised by FSA Coaches. Participants will participate in different basketball activities, such as skill stations, twenty-one, three-on-three games, five-on-five competitions, and other basketball-related games. Please note the incorrect price was advertised in the printed catalog, online is correct!

Ages 11-15 The emphasis of this class is to develop an enthusiasm for the game of tennis. The students in this class range from beginner, to those that have taken previous classes, to those that have been in the middle school program. The focus will be on serving and being able to rally with proper grips and techniques. Increasing the student's athleticism, agility, balance, and fine motor skills will also be a key focal point. Please bring your appropriate sized tennis racquet and a water bottle. WEATHER LINE: 952-556-8866

Ages 8-10 With the use of age appropriate equipment and up-beat, well trained instructors we will continue to build your child's athletic skills and emphasize agility, balance, and coordination. The emphasis of this class will be on consistency as the child will learn to rally with other members of the class utilizing proper stroke technique. Their love of the game will continue to grow as their rally skills further develop! In addition to rallying we will focus on developing the serve. Please bring your tennis racquet and a water bottle. WEATHER LINE: 952-556-8866

Chaska High School Girls Lacrosse Coaching Staff are offering developmental camps for Chaska Girls Lacrosse Players. If you played on the B-squad/JV/ Varsity 2022 Chaska HS lacrosse program you can not attend this clinic due to MSHSL Rules. Players will learn passing and catching techniques, team attack and team defensive strategies that are required for playing with the high school program. There will be fun competitive games and players will receive individual lacrosse instruction. Players will need goggles, a girls lacrosse stick, mouth-guard and athletic shoes/cleats. Extra goggles and sticks will be available to use if needed.

Are you new to the CRE Run Club or a returning member? Either way we know this will be a fun place for all students in grades K-5 to gather, walk, run and socialize after school. You may be a runner, walker or a combination of both, all ability levels are welcome! Classes will meet in the CRE gym and then outside on the fields. Students will receive a t-shirt. A snack will also be provided. Led by Suzi Tripp, Jamie Studnicka and Maren Nelson

Ninja Obstacle Training is extremely popular with kids and is a fun, unique way to develop confidence, strength, endurance, balance, and friendships! Sign up today to see how Ninja is easily one of the fastest growing sports today! Not only is it the fastest growing sport, but it is the fastest growing cross-training sport as well. Athletes benefit from training in agility, power, perseverance, and resilience; attributes that all athletes strive to improve. Our Conquer Rec Team is designed for youth, ages 6-13 of all experience levels. Our Rec Team will practice on real obstacles inspired by the TV shows warped walls, salmon ladders, titling ladders and so much more during their weekly practice. Rec Team members will learn the styles and techniques to develop their Ninja Skills with over 40 different obstacles! This 8-week long Rec Team consists of 6 practices and 2 competitions (week 4 and week 8).

This program is designed to give young athletes an opportunity to have a multi-sport experience. The environment and expectations allow for the participants to have little to no experience in any of the sports sampled. The sampler sports may alternate, but may include basketball, soccer, flag football and baseball!

New and returning students invited. Youth Enrichment League (YEL) fencing has evolved. Olympic Coach Ro Sobalvarro now heads up YEL’s curriculum, instructor training and tournament consultation. Coach Sobalvarro brings with him an immense knowledge of youth, national and international fencing. We keep it fun, too. Your favorite instructors return with more knowledge, refined coaching skills and, of course, your favorite fencing games and arm bands. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets, in a high-octane, inclusive environment. Visit YouthEnrichmentLeague.com for a more thorough explanation of our fencing program, coaches and philosophy. Sign up today to join this sport deemed the “sport of the intellectual athlete”!

New and returning students invited. Youth Enrichment League (YEL) fencing has evolved. Olympic Coach Ro Sobalvarro now heads up YEL’s curriculum, instructor training and tournament consultation. Coach Sobalvarro brings with him an immense knowledge of youth, national and international fencing. We keep it fun, too. Your favorite instructors return with more knowledge, refined coaching skills and, of course, your favorite fencing games and arm bands. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets, in a high-octane, inclusive environment. Visit YouthEnrichmentLeague.com for a more thorough explanation of our fencing program, coaches and philosophy. Sign up today to join this sport deemed the “sport of the intellectual athlete”!

Reminder: This is a two step registration process. After you register on our website you will receive a confirmation email, there will be a link to register on the CCFA website in this email. You MUST register on the CCFA website using that link to make your t-shirt selection, add friend requests and note if you want to coach. This is how your child is added to a team! Join the fun! Whether you’re a pro football player or learning the game for the first time Chaska Chanhassen Football Association (CCFA) will get you in the game! We’ll work on fundamentals and drill work before playing a game each day. Teams will be formed by grade level with the possibility of playing with one grade level (up or down) depending on numbers. Each player will get a jersey to keep. Volunteer coaches are needed, please note during registration if you’re interested in coaching! This is a partnership between CCFA, Chaska Parks & Recreation and ECCS Community Ed. Registration deadline is March 6th in order to form teams and try to honor one friend request! - Note the change from the printed catalog, this is in order to get team placement and schedules out to families earlier! 1:30-8pm is the window of time the games will be played. You will be notified by your coach of the exact game times once the teams are formed. Once Registered please click the link provided in your confirmation email for the CCFA website where they'll ask you for some additional information to help set up teams!

DASH Sports floor hockey camps provide players with a well-rounded hockey experience covering a broad range of skills training and skill-based games. Players will be taught how to properly stickhandle, pass, shoot and play defense in a fun and positive environment. Athletes should bring a water bottle. Sticks and pucks are provided.

HappyFeet Leagues are a great way for your little one to be introduced to team sports or to continue their development. Our league curriculum focuses on individual skill development to build creative players. We use age-appropriate play to learn concepts such as songs, games, and adventures to meet children where they are developmentally and emotionally. Whether your child is new to HappyFeet or has participated in the past, your little one is sure to have a blast!

Learning basketball has never been more fun! These classes focus on dribbling, shot technique, passing and teamwork. Adjustable hoops and appropriately-sized basketballs are used to always provide just the right amount of challenge. Parent participation required for ages 2-3.5 years.

Ninjas develop strength and agility during this 8 weeklong course by learning different styles and techniques to master all obstacles! We have warped walls, angled steps, salmon ladders, Cliff hangers, titled ladders; all Ninja inspired obstacles! Increase flexibility, coordination, and self-esteem that can be transferred into ninja levels testing or enhance other athletic performances. All Calsses are coached by an experienced Ninja Trainer.