Wayzata Community Ed

The essays your senior will write in the college application process are their BEST way to stand out from the crowd in a highly competitive environment. But, the subjective nature of essay writing causes stress for parents and students alike. In this session, communications expert Stef Tschida will share her company’s proprietary method for tackling college essays based on the same communications approaches her team uses with corporate executives to tell their story and get their message across. During this 2-hour, interactive workshop, your senior and you will learn: How to tell the story of what makes them unique and what they’ll contribute to their future campus – and how to share that story as part of their essay to elevate their message in a way that few other students will. How to write a memorable essay that balances storytelling with facts that demonstrate your student’s accomplishments. What college admissions officers are interested in reading, and the mistakes many students make in their applications. You and your senior will leave with a head start on their college essays and clear actions they can take to be ready when the Common App opens on August 1 – just two weeks after this session takes place! Registration is by family. Select one family member during the check-out process.

An online full body workout using movement inspired by yoga, ballet, drumming and traditional exercises. Movements and music will vary to make it an enjoyable fitness experience. All levels. You will receive an email with instructions from ZYF at least 24 hours before class begins. Participants will build strength, mobility, balance, and endurance so they can look and feel their best. Instructor: Julie Zoril

Do you want to enjoy the fresh summer air, increase your vitality, renew your energy, and learn techniques to lower stress and anxiety? This summer Beach Yoga is for you. Enjoy longtime Yoga Teacher 500 RYT and IAYT-certified Yoga Therapist, Mikki Johnson's teaching. In this series, you will explore ways to apply asana/postures, breath, meditation, and yogasūtra to lower stress and anxiety and increase vitality. No yoga experience necessary. Bring a yoga mat. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. What is Yoga Therapy? Watch the video below featuring your instructor Mikki Johnson to learn more!

Join us at beautiful Wayzata Beach for an energizing morning yoga session! Class will include a steady build of heat and conclude with a guided relaxation. All levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat, towel to put under your mat, and wear comfortable clothing. Instructor Ashley Nissen is a mental health therapist with an appreciation for the mind, body, and soul connection. Ashley believes that yoga is for every body and teaches a mindful flow that is accessible yet challenging, emphasizing the use of breath to find power and strength and to connect with our inner selves.

Each class will contain an all-levels gentle yoga flow and incorporate additional practices that promote restoration including breathework, meditation and guided grounding. You will take in the beautiful views of Lake Minnetonka at Wayzata City Hall Park. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

A hiking workout with tips on how to increase fitness, cardio, and arm and leg strength with Nordic Walking. Improve your cardio and flexibility as well as increase strength in your legs and upper body while having fun outside. Join Jan Guenther, owner of Gear West in Long Lake, MN in her Nordic Walking classes. Simple and fun yet challenging. Use poles and a little creativity to improve mental health and fitness. Nordic walking poles will be available for participants to use. Wear flexible walking/running shoes. Class will run in rain/drizzle. If a class is canceled a make up session will be scheduled.

Join us at Wayzata Beach as we learn to take memorable pictures of our families and make beautiful portraits using nature as a backdrop. Professional photographer, David Sherman, will demystify the rules of exposure (aperture, shutter speed, ISO) and how to take control of your camera – be it a DSLR, point and shoot or cellphone. Learn how to stop taking and begin making pictures.

Whether you’re just starting to learn Pickleball or want to go to the next level, this class is for you. Expect to learn the game and have tons of fun doing so. Instructor Tim Laurent takes a very hands-on approach to instruct this fantastic sport. Equipment provided. This class will take place at Wayzata West Middle School on the tennis courts that are lined for Pickleball. Rain date: If a class is canceled due to rain we will hold a makeup class on July 29.

Come join in on the fastest-growing sport in America! Expect to learn the game and have tons of fun doing so. Instructor Tim Laurent takes a very hands-on approach to instruct this fantastic sport. Equipment is provided. Youth ages 15-17 may register and attend with a registered adult.

Pilates exercises on a NEW level. Various small equipment items are used to bring intensity and variety to your Pilates workout. The focus is on facial movement, standing functional training, balance and strength. Challenging for all levels. Bring to class: Hand towel, mat, large ball (If you do not have a large ball, wait to purchase until after the first class). This class will be in-person and be streamed live over Zoom. You choose how you'd like to attend!

This class is geared towards the beginner that is new to Reformer Pilates. Reformer Pilates exercises will cover principles like breath, core stability, elongation, spine articulation, alignment and quality of movement. Strengthen your core, overall body strength, flexibility and joint mobility. Taught by comprehensively trained Pilates trainers and physical therapists. Pilates MN and Physical Therapy is located at 2355 Polaris Ln N, Plymouth, MN 55447.

Are you seeking opportunities to practice speaking Spanish? If so, this is the class for you! Instructors will engage participants each week with real-life conversation scenarios to encourage chatting and conversation. Conversation topics include 'un poco de todo' a little of everything and everyday Spanish. In this dynamic and hands-on class, participants will practice useful Spanish vocabulary and conversation components that can be applied to the home, workplace, travel, leisure, etc. Start speaking Spanish today! Open to new and previous Spanish conversation participants. Basic computer experience and the ability to access zoom is required. Option 1~ for beginner level participants Option 2~ for intermediate and advanced level participants *Please choose the option that best describes your skill level to be placed with participants for matching level conversation abilities and practices. This class is being held online, interactive through Zoom. More information will be sent after enrollment and before class.