Moorhead Community Education

Indigenous dream catchers can be made and appreciated by all participants from ages six through adult. Made from beautiful red willow and sinew, learn how to hand make this special item which is an Indigenous good luck symbol.

It's been your dream to make a video game of your own, but where to start? We'll show you how! Learn the building blocks of game design by creating your very own role-playing game! Awesome heroes? You bet! Sinister monsters? Absolutely! Programming epic quests taking you across the world you made? Hiding treasures in dungeons you build with puzzles you've coded? Crafting your own items to heal yourself and dish out damage to the bad guys? You got it! We'll show you how. In this class, students will create their own maps, their heroes, their enemies, their special moves, their story, their quest, and much more! And NO previous experience is required! Best of all, you get to take your game home when you're done to show off to your family and friends!

Students have the opportunity to learn wrestling technique from the Moorhead High School Wrestling coaching staff. They will provided the opportunity to improve their bottom, top, and neutral positioning with technique that helps athletes to focus on their technique as well as their overall athleticism. Materials Needed: T-shirt, shorts, Water bottle, wrestling socks or shoes and headgear (optional).

Painting portraits and landscapes is so cool! In this class students will be introduced to acrylic painting methods and practices, as they paint multiple works of art.

Gymnastics can provide many cognitive and psychological benefits that will continue to benefit your child throughout their life. They learn social interaction, discipline, improved mental focus and concentration, flexibility and coordination. Gymnasts will improve overall fitness, strength, balance and body control at class. Your child may be at a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level of gymnastics to be eligible. The coaches will strive to provide a fun and challenging environment for your gymnasts as they practice appropriate skills on the vault, bars, beam and floor. Girls must wear a leotard and workout shorts. Beginners - First time gymnast, or intermediate skills Advanced - Student is able to preform a back walkover and a round off High School - Gymnasts committed to competing for the Moorhead Spuds High School Gymnastics team. Focus on all four events working to improve skill level and strength. Sessions coached by Spud coaches.

This course is designed for those who have not had a chance to be around horses and are longing for an opportunity. We specialize in helping you conquer fears and obtain answers to all the questions you have been afraid to ask. Our class is taught from a holistic point of view with compassion for both the horses and the students. You will learn how to be comfortable in the presence of horses, grooming, equipment, leading and riding.

Turn your passion for video games into valuable life skills! We will introduce the world of Esports and teach students about the many opportunities available to them by getting involved. Students will get to play some of the most popular Esports games, compete with and against each other in tournaments, and learn important lessons along the way.

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, tilted ladders; all Ninja inspired obstacles! Increase flexibility, problem-solving, and coordination that can be transferred into ninja levels testing or enhance other athletic performances. All classes are coached by an experienced Ninja Trainer.

A camp designed for all skill levels of basketball. Come have fun learning more about this game! Learn skills and have fun at Boys basketball camp. We will be following MDH, MDE, and CDC guidelines related to COVID-19. Sanitizing of shared equipment will take place between sessions. Masks are optional. Social Distancing will be encouraged and enforced. Drop off and pick up will take place in the North parking lot at Horizon West. Contact Moorhead Community Education at 218-284-3400 with any questions you may have. Materials Needed: A filled water bottle and their own basketball.

You’ve been wanting to draw something but you can’t! Not to worry, In this class students will be introduced to the elements of art, composition, techniques and the tools that they will need to draw everything they have ever dreamed of!

The teen years can bring challenges that are difficult to navigate with growing expectations academically and socially that can lead to stress and negative coping strategies. Yoga provides tools to calm the nervous system and restore your energy so that you can feel your best in whatever you do. You do not need any prior experience with yoga and you do not need to be flexible. Come as you are and learn how to use an ancient philosophy to handle the modern day world.

You can take some incredible pictures! In this class students will learn how to capture memorable, striking scenes and moments around them with depth and confidence!

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 show such as warped walls, salmon ladders, tilting 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). Competitions will be on July 14th and August 11th.

Not quite ready to hang up your basketball sneakers? Get your buddies together for this 3 week boys basketball camp. Camp will be held at the Ellen Hopkins Elementary School gym, but students at any school are welcome to attend. The varsity boys basketball coaches will be hosting, and look forward to seeing you on the court.

Gymnastics can provide many cognitive and psychological benefits that will continue to benefit your child throughout their life. They learn social interaction, discipline, improved mental focus and concentration, flexibility and coordination. Gymnasts will improve overall fitness, strength, balance and body control at class. Your child may be at a beginner, or advanced level of gymnastics to be eligible. The coaches will strive to provide a fun and challenging environment for your gymnasts as they practice appropriate skills on the vault, bars, beam and floor. Girls must wear a leotard and workout shorts. Beginners - First time gymnast, or intermediate skills Advanced - Student is able to preform a back walkover and a round off High School - Gymnasts committed to competing for the Moorhead Spuds High School Gymnastics team. Focus on all four events working to improve skill level and strength. Sessions coached by Spud coaches.

In RC Wars, teams of students will build their own Remote Control vehicles to race and battle against other teams. Students will need to design their vehicles to not only be faster and stronger than other teams’ creations, but also better than purchased RC Cars and Drones! RC Wars will feature land and air races, obstacle courses and more as students learn mechanical and electrical building skills in an energetic and exciting environment.

This summer give your child an American Ninja Warrior Experience! Young Ninjas develop strength and agility during this camp by learning different styles and techniques to master all obstacles! We have warped walls, angled steps, salmon ladders, cliff hangers, tilted ladders; everything you need to put your ninja skills to work! This camp transfers well into ninja levels testing or enhances other athletic performances. All camps are coached by an experienced Ninja Trainer.

ASL for beginners is an exciting and interactive class for children who want to learn Sign Language! During this course the children will learn the signs for basic vocabulary.