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Adult fitness, recreation and leagues
Vinyasa Flow Yoga AGES 16+ The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive These classes are more challenging and move at a faster pace, focusing on building strength, flexibility and balance through a continuous flow of movement. Knowledge and experience of basic yoga is recommended. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat. Individuals will be in a physically distanced space in the room. DAY DATES+TIME M Sept. 21 – Oct. 26, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. M Nov. 9 – Dec. 14, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. FEE $70 per person (resident) / $78 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full
No Equipment Express Cardio Strength Circuit and Core New AGES 16+ The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Using body weight training, this workout uses the proven principles of high intensity interval training (HIIT). The format will be two minutes of cardio moves, two minutes of strength and core work at the end of class. The same format will be used in every class. Low-impact options will be offered in this all level class. Individuals will be in a physically distanced space in the room; please bring a mat to class. DAY DATES+TIME M Sept. 21 – Oct. 26, 6 – 6:45 p.m. FEE $36 per person (resident) / $42 (non-resident) M Nov. 9 – Dec. 14, 6 – 6:45 p.m. (no class Dec. 7) FEE $30 per person (resident) / $35 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full
Express Strength and More Core AGES 16+ The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Please bring one light and one heavier weight if possible and a mat to class. Workout uses the proven principles of high intensity interval training (HIIT). This format will be two minutes of simple cardio moves, two minutes of strength and one minute of abs with this cycle repeating through the class and core work at the end of class. The same format will be used in every class. Low-impact options will be offered. This is an all levels class. Individuals will be in a physically distanced space in the room. DAY DATES+TIME W Sept. 23 – Oct. 28, 6 – 6:45 p.m. FEE $36 per person (resident) / $42 (non-resident) W Nov. 11 – Dec. 16, 6 – 6:45 p.m. (no class Dec. 9) FEE $30 per person (resident) / $35 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full
Gentle Yoga AGES 16+ The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive This evening class starts and ends with breath work and centering. Poses are held longer to strengthen and stretch muscles. Please bring your own props if needed and your own yoga mat. Individuals will be in a physically distanced space. DAY DATES+TIME W Sept. 23 – Oct. 28, 7 – 7:45 p.m. FEE $54 per person (resident) / $62 (non-resident) W Nov. 11 – Dec. 16, 7 – 7:45 p.m. (no class Dec. 9) FEE $45 per person (resident) / $50 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date
Adult league registration
Adult league sports are offered for team registration only. Download registration packets online at www.stlouispark.org/parks-rec or call 952.924.2540 to have a registration packet mailed to you or to be placed on a free-agent list.
Broomball league AGES 18+ ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive Co-rec broomball league offered at a recreational level. Play on a full-size rink early in the season. day DATEs Su 6 weeks, starts the week of Nov. 8 FEE $300 per team Registration deadline: Oct. 25 or when full
5 x 5 basketball league AGES 18+ Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St. Our men’s officiated league offers competitive and recreational levels. days DATES T – Th 12 weeks, starts the week of Nov. 17 FEE $590 per team Registration deadline: Oct. 30 or when full
Six-person broomball league AGES 18+ Nelson Park hockey rink, 2500 Georgia Ave. S. We offer competitive and recreational men’s and co-rec leagues. days DATEs M – F 7 weeks, starts the week of Jan. 4 FEE $400 per team Registration deadline: Dec. 18 or when full
Indoor volleyball league AGES 18+ St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S. Co-rec, six-person officiated league. day DATEs W 7 weeks, starts the week of Jan. 6 FEE $220 per team Registration deadline: Dec. 18 or when full
ST. LOUIS PARK
SKATE SCHOOL
Ice skating lessons The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive St. Louis Park Skate School offers a hybrid skating program to meet the needs of all of our skaters that incorporates the Learn to Skate USA and Ice Skating Institute (ISI) weSKATE program curriculum. Each class presents a progression of specific skills that build upon one another. Contact the skating director at skate@stlouispark.org with questions.
What level do you register for?
If you are not sure what level to register your child for, register them as follows: • Skaters who are 6 years old and younger, who have little or no skating experience, sign up for Beginner Tot and Me class. An adult (age 16+) must also participate and be able to skate and assist child as needed. Skates required, no shoes or boots.
• Skaters who are 7 years old and older, who have little or no skating experience, sign up for Basic 1/Pre-
Alpha. Skaters may be moved at instructor discretion during the first few weeks of class to a level that is appropriate for them.
Session registration deadlines and class exceptions
In order to staff and manage capacity appropriately, the deadline to register for classes is two weeks prior to the start of the next session. Add your name to the waitlist if a class is full. Additional classes may be added. Skaters registered for the prior session will be given priority.
Special notes
• Fee includes skate rental, ISI weSKATE membership, three free sessions to public skating and practice ice (if available).
• Practice ice (if available) on the day of class is open to registered skaters and the parents of
Snowplow class participants only.
• Protective headgear is required for all beginner skaters. Bicycle or lightweight hockey helmets are acceptable.
• No shoes or boots on the ice.
• Skaters should wear warm, comfortable clothing, including gloves or mittens.
• First-time skaters should arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of class to be on time.
• Students may remain in the same level for a few sessions before mastering the skills needed to move up to the next level. Skaters that desire to progress more quickly are encouraged to register for two classes a week.
• Class assignments are not guaranteed. Classes may be combined with others or canceled if minimum number has not been met. Fall session (6 weeks) September – October DAY DATES Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24 (no class Oct. 17) Registration deadline: Aug. 31 DAY DATES M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26 Registration deadline: Aug. 31
DAY DATES Tu Sept. 15 – Oct. 27 Registration deadline: Aug. 31
DAY DATES Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25 (3 weeks) Registration deadline: Oct. 1
Winter 1 session (8 weeks) November – December DAY DATES Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20 Registration deadline: Oct. 20
DAY DATES M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21 Registration deadline: Oct. 20 DAY DATES Tu Nov. 3 – Dec. 22 Registration deadline: Oct. 20
DAY DATES Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19 (6 weeks) (no class Nov. 28) Registration deadline: Oct. 20
Group lessons Beginner Tot and Me AGES 4 – 6 For tots with little to no previous skating experience. This class teaches new skaters how to stand, fall and move on the ice through songs and games. One adult (16+) required to participate with child. Adult must be able to skate on their own and assist/lift child as needed throughout class. Protective headgear is required. DAYS DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $72/$80 Tu Sept. 15 – Oct. 27, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $96/106 Tu Nov. 3 – Dec. 22, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Advanced Snowplow AGES 4 – 6 For tots with previous skating experience. Class emphasis is on pushing, gliding, stops and forward/backward skating. Protective
headgear is required.
DAYS DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $72/$80 Tu Sept. 15 – Oct. 27, 10 – 10:30 a.m. $72/$80 Tu Nov. 3 – Dec. 22, 10 – 10:30 a.m. $96/$106 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Special Skater AGES 5+ The special skater program consists of a modified learn-to-skate curriculum and test standards and opens the door to the wonderful world of ice skating for individuals of all ages and abilities. These tests are designed to be smaller steps to learn the basic skill maneuvers in the traditional Pre-Alpha through Delta levels. A parent/guardian or authorized companion who can already skate may join the skater, if desired, at no extra cost. Protective
headgear is required.
DAYS DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 Tu Sept. 15 – Oct. 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m. $72/$80 Tu Nov. 3 – Dec. 22, 10:30 – 11 a.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class Basic 1/Pre-Alpha AGES 7 – 15 For youth with little previous skating experience. Class emphasis is on learning to stand, fall and move on the ice. This class will teach forward swizzles, backward wiggles and beginning stops.
Protective headgear is recommended.
DAY DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $72/$80 Tu Sept. 15 – Oct. 27, 11 – 11:30 a.m. $72/$80 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $96/$106 Tu Nov. 3 – Dec. 22, 11 – 11:30 a.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Basic 2/Advanced Pre-Alpha AGES 4 – 15 For skaters who have passed the beginner levels. Skaters will master forward skating, backward swizzles, one-foot glides, moving snowplow stops and standing two-foot turns. DAYs DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $72/$80 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Basic 3-5/Alpha-Beta AGES 4 – 15 For skaters who have successfully completed Basic 2/Advanced Pre-Alpha level. Elements focused on will be forward and backward stroking, forward and backward crossovers, one-foot snowplow stops and T-stops. DAYS DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $72/$80 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Basic 6-Pre FS/Gamma-Delta AGES 4 – 15 For skaters who have successfully completed Basic 5/Beta level. Skaters will continue mastery of forward three turns, Mohawk turns, hockey stops, forward edges, bunny hops, lunges and shoot-the-ducks. DAYs DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $72/$80 Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 5:30 – 6 p.m. $36/$40 Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 5:30 – 6 p.m. $96/$106 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class Freestyle AGES 6+ For skaters who have successfully completed Pre-Free Skate/Delta level. Skaters will learn to jump, spin and other exciting moves. Skaters must have passed the previous level to register for the next level. A progression to more difficult jumps and spins taught at each level. Student must successfully demonstrate the required elements while performing a program to music to pass a level.
FREESTYLE 1 – 3 DAYS DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $72/$80 Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 5:30 – 6 p.m. $36/$40 Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 5:30 – 6 p.m. $96/$106 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $72/$80
FREESTYLE 4 – 7 DAYS DATES+TIME Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 8:30 – 9 a.m. M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 7:30 – 8 p.m. Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 5:30 – 6 p.m. Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 5:30 – 6 p.m. M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 7:30 – 8 p.m. Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 8:30 – 9 a.m.
Adult Beginner AGES 16+ For adults with little or no previous skating experience. Participants will work on basic forward and backward skating, one- and two-foot glides, stops and improving stability on the ice. DAYs DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $72/$80 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Adult Intermediate AGES 16+ This class is for adults who are comfortable on the ice and are ready for new maneuvers. This class will focus on improving stops, push and glide forward skating, backward glides as well as learning edges, crossovers and turns. DAYs DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $72/$80 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Adult Advanced AGES 16+ Adults who are ready to improve edges, turns and crossovers and begin learning spins, jumps and moves in the field. DAYs DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $72/$80 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $96/$106 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Specialty classes Adult SkateFit
AGES 16+ SkateFit is designed for adult skaters who want to stay fit by skating but want more than an open skate session. Each session will be instructor-led and will work to improve stroking, power, edges, posture and control to enhance their overall skating ability. DAY M M FEE
DATES+TIME Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 8:45 – 9:30 p.m. Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 8:45 – 9:30 p.m. $10 one-time admission, $48 for 6 weeks Adult Hockey Skills AGES 16+ For skaters who are comfortable with forward and backwards skating, crossovers and edges. This class is designed to improve hockey skating skills focusing on power and edge quality. Great for intermediate adult hockey players who want an extra boost for hockey league. Skaters should wear full pads and helmet. Pucks and sticks will not be used. DAY DATES+TIME FEE Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. $36/$40 Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. $96/$106 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Hockey Tots AGES 4 – 7 For skaters who have passed the Advanced Snowplow skating class and are comfortable moving quickly across the ice and skating backwards. Skaters should wear full pads and helmets. Pucks and sticks will not be used. DAY DATES+TIME FEE Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. $36/$40 Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. $96/$106 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Hockey Skills AGES 7 – 15 For skaters who are comfortable with forward and backwards skating, crossovers and edges. Fast moving class to improve hockey skating skills focusing on power and edge quality. Great for young hockey players who need an extra boost for hockey season. Skaters should wear full pads and helmet. Pucks and sticks will not be used. DAY DATES+TIME FEE Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. $36/$40 Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. $96/$106 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Team Skating gamma LEVEL and UP Skaters will learn the basics of ice dance patterns, footwork and individual moves in the field, freestyle and choreography while working as a team. Participants will be placed onto a team and each team will have a designated 30-minute practice time. Each team will learn a choreographed program and have the opportunity to perform at local competitions and the annual ice show (special event, costume and prop fees are extra). Requires instructor approval to add. DAY DATES+TIME FEE Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 3:45 – 4:45 p.m. $27/$30 Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 3:45 – 4:45 p.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class Moves, Power and Edges RECOMMENDED FOR ALL FIGURE SKATERS GAMMA LEVEL and UP Skaters will work to improve stroking, power, edges, posture and control to enhance their overall skating ability. Advanced adults who are comfortable skating forward and backward crossovers are welcome. DAY DATES+TIME FEE Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. $27/$30 Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Junior/Senior Club AGES 5+ Introduces skaters Basic 4/Alpha Mastery through Freestyle levels to use the full ice surface for their skating skills. Each skater will receive a 10 – 15-minute private lesson with the remainder of the class time to practice independently. Skaters must also be enrolled in their appropriate skate school class in addition to this course. DAYs DATES+TIME FEE Sa Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 8 – 8:30 a.m. $72/$80 M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 8 – 8:45 p.m. $78/$86 Su Oct. 11 – Oct. 25, 6 – 6:45 p.m. $38/$46 Su Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 6 – 6:45 p.m. $104/$114 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 8 – 8:45 p.m. $104/$114 Sa Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 8 – 8:30 a.m. $72/$80 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Freestyle Off-Ice Training AGES 7+ Improve your skating skills and performance on the ice. The class will vary from week to week, covering jump and spin exercises, strength and conditioning, balance and flexibility. Classes are for Freestyle level skaters and are designated by current class level. Come to class wearing athletic/skating attire and athletic footwear. DAY DATES+TIME FEE M Sept. 14 – Oct. 26, 6 – 6:30 p.m. $30/$36 M Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 6 – 6:30 p.m. $40/$48 Registration deadline: two weeks before first day of class
Off-Ice Harness Training AGES 5+ This private lesson training provides skaters the opportunity to practice and improve their air rotation position and eliminates the focus of the on-ice set up and potential falls. Training is offered to skaters of all abilities to work on their technique in a safe environment. Skaters should wear athletic/skating attire and athletic footwear or skates.
Lessons are held in 10 – 15-minute increments. Email skate@stlouispark.org to schedule private off-ice harness training. Days and times vary by instructor availability. FEE $5 per skater per lesson plus private coaching fees (vary by instructor)
AGES 5+ Developmental ice is available for figure skaters to practice their skating skills with or without a private lesson. During developmental ice there are no hockey pucks, hockey sticks or games allowed. Sessions are available in onehour blocks, maximum of one session per day. Additional sessions for the same day may be permitted with approval from St. Louis Park Skating Director if capacity allows. If capacity is reached, skaters may add their name to the waitlist and will be contacted if there is a cancellation or opening. DAYs DATES+TIME Tu, W Sept. 1 – Dec. 23, 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. Sa Sept. 12 – Dec. 26, 7 – 8 a.m. FEEs Preregistration required. No drop-in registrations allowed. $10: one-time entrance (Registration closes at noon the day prior to scheduled ice time.) $24 – $40: monthly admission (Registration closes the day prior to the first day of the month.)
Open hockey Adult open hockey AGES 16+ The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive Open hockey is available at The Rec Center’s indoor ice arena. The schedule is subject to change. Call 952.924.2567 to confirm dates and times. DAYs DATES+TIME Tu, Th Sept. 8 – Dec. 31, noon – 1:30 p.m. (no hockey Dec. 29) FEE $5 per person / $45 for 10-pass punch card
MEA youth open hockey AGES 6 – 15 The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive Bring your own equipment and have fun playing open hockey on non-school days. It is recommended that a parent or guardian be in attendance during skating sessions. This is a drop-in program without staff supervision. DAYs DATES+TIME Th, F Oct. 15 – 16, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. FEE $5 per person / $45 for 10-pass punch card
ROC open pond hockey All AGES ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive DAYs DATES+TIME Sa, Su Oct. 31 – March 7, 11 a.m. – noon (no hockey Nov. 7, 8 and 14) FEE Free
SPECIAL EVENTS
ST. LOUIS PARK
SKATE SCHOOL SKATE SCHOOL ANNUAL ICE SHOW Ice School Musical
ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive
Come one, come all to see the “greatest show” put on by the St. Louis Park Skate School skaters as they perform to the songs from your favorite musicals from film, television and Broadway.
DAY Sa FEE DATE+TIME Oct. 10, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets: $5 in advance / $8 at the door Children 4 and under are free to attend.
Public skating
ALL AGES Come skate during open skating sessions. Please note the skating schedule exceptions, or call 952.924.2567, option 7, to confirm dates and times. INDOOR: Sept. 9 – Dec. 30 The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive DAYs TIMEs M, W, F Noon – 1:30 p.m. (no skating Dec. 28, 30) Sa 10:15 – 11:45 a.m. Su 2:15 – 3:45 p.m. FEE $3.50 per person (youth and senior) $30 for 10-pass punch card (youth and senior) $4 per person (adult) $35 for 10-pass punch card (adult) OPTIONAL FEES: $3 skate rental, $5 skate sharpening
outdoor: Oct. 23 – March 7 ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive DAYs TIMEs F 5:45 – 7:15 p.m. (no skating, Nov. 6, Dec. 25, Jan. 1) Sa 12:15 – 1:45 p.m. (no skating Oct. 24, Nov. 7 and 14, Feb. 13) Su 12:15 – 1:45 p.m. (no skating Oct. 25, Nov. 8, Feb. 14) FEE $3.50 per person (youth and senior) $30 for 10-pass punch card (youth and senior) $4 per person (adult) $35 for 10-pass punch card (adult) OPTIONAL FEES: $3 skate rental, $5 skate sharpening
The Rec Center Skate Shop The skate shop is located in The Rec Center in between the west and east ice arenas. The shop has rental skates and skate sharpening service. DAYs TIMEs Sa 10 a.m. – noon Su 2 – 4 p.m.
Note: services available outside of the above hours. Ask at The Rec Center front desk.
Adult programs
Nature Unnoticed AGES 18+ Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Explore your natural curiosity. Join a naturalist on a nature walk. We’ll focus on the seasonal activities of the plants, animals and fungus found in the park, so each hike will be a unique experience. DAY DATEs+TIME Sa Sept. 12, 10 – 11:30 a.m. Sa Oct. 24, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Adult Canoeing AGES 18+ Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Enjoy a beautiful evening paddle on Westwood Lake keeping an eye out for wildlife and early color changes. Canoes, paddles and life jackets are provided. Space is limited to 18 people, so register early. Meet at the Park & Ride lot on Wayzata Boulevard. Call for directions. DAY DATE+TIME Sa Sept. 19, 5 – 7 p.m. FEE $10 per person (resident) / $12 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
All children ages 2+ must pay and be accompanied by a paid adult for all public programs unless otherwise stated.
Public programs
City of St. Louis Park
NATURE CENTE R
8300 W. Franklin Ave.
Join the City of St. Louis Park for a ribbon-cutting Sunday, Sept. 13, at 2:30 p.m. to commemorate the opening of the new interpretive center building at Westwood Hills Nature Center. After the ribbon-cutting, enjoy a walk around the nature center trails and explore the outdoor areas. The interpretive center will be open for self-guided tours. Visitors are asked to wear face coverings inside the interpretive center and maintain physical distancing in outdoor areas.
Sunday, Sept. 13, 2:30 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Family Canoeing AGES 6+
CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Explore Westwood Lake by canoe. Paddling is a terrific way to see wildlife and experience a different side of Westwood. Instruction in basic canoeing strokes and boating safety is included. Canoes, paddles and life jackets are provided. Meet at the Park & Ride lot on Wayzata Boulevard. Call for directions.
DAY DATE+TIME Sa Sept. 19, 2 – 4 p.m. FEE $20 per canoe (resident) / $24 (non-resident) One to two adults with one to two children maximum per canoe. Registration deadline: when program is full More Than Four Legs ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Explore the world of insects, spiders, roly-polies and more! Equipped with insect nets, bug boxes and hand lenses, search Westwood’s prairie and woods for these small but important critters. Discover their unique adaptations. Before releasing them, view some on the big screen at the interpretive center. DAY DATE+TIME Su Sept. 20, 12:30 – 2 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Honey Harvest ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Buzz on down to Westwood and uncap the lives of honeybees. Visit our hives to observe the honeybees in action. Find out how honey is extracted and make a beeswax candle.
DAY DATE+TIME Su Sept. 27, 2 – 4 p.m. FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Nature Magnified ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Enjoy a trail hike using your powers of observation and Westwood’s tools of magnification! Observe nature through hand lenses, binoculars, magiscopes and more. Bring some of your discoveries back to the interpretive center and enjoy seeing them larger than life on the big screen! DAY DATE+TIME Su Oct. 4, 3 – 4:30 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Archery AGES 7+
CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Here’s your chance to learn how to shoot a bow and arrow or enjoy some more time on the range to enhance your skills! Instruction will be given on proper technique and range safety. There will be a 10-minute hike to and from our range. DAY DATE+TIME Sa Oct. 10, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. FEE $10 per person who shoots (resident) / $15 (non-resident) No charge for adult supervising but not shooting. Registration deadline: when program is full
Nature Art – Mask Making ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Create your own one-of-a-kind nature mask. Start with a hike to collect a few unique items along the trails. Return to the interpretive center and let your creativity go wild! DAY DATE+TIME Su Oct. 25, 3 – 4:30 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
All About Squirrels ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Squirrels are common animals, but how much do you really know about them? Do you know how squirrels communicate, how many kinds of squirrels live at the nature center or what a drey is? We will answer these questions and more as we crack open the nutty world of squirrels. DAY DATE+TIME Sa Nov. 14, 12:30 – 2 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Mindfulness in the Woods AGES 12+ Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Being surrounded by nature is proven to have positive benefits for physical and mental health. Extend these benefits further while learning and practicing some simple mindfulness techniques. DAY DATE+TIME Su Nov. 15, 3 – 4:30 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
National Take a Hike Day ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Come celebrate National Take a Hike Day! Join a naturalist or set out on your own to explore the trails. We’ll have tools like binoculars, magnifying lenses, scavenger hunts and field guides available for you to borrow. DAY DATE+TIME Tu Nov. 17, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. FEE $3 per person (resident) / $5 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Sustainability and Energy AGES 7+ Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Here’s your chance for an in-depth tour of the sustainability and energy-saving features of the new interpretive center and surrounding site. Ask questions, get inspired and join the discussion on ways to make a difference in your own home and neighborhood. DAY DATE+TIME Sa Nov. 21, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
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39th Annual Halloween Party
ALL AGES Children 2+ must pay and be accompanied by a paid adult Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Join us for this family-friendly fall tradition! Come in costume and take a walk on Mother Nature’s Trail where families will meet fun nature-themed characters. The party will be held outdoors to help ensure the safety and well-being of everyone attending. Participants are asked to wear face coverings. Children ages 2 and above must pay and be accompanied by a paid adult. Households of four or more will receive a 20 percent discount for the fourth person and each person thereafter. DAYs DATES+TIME Sa Oct. 17, 6:30 – 9 p.m. FEE Early bird (postmarked by Oct. 7): $8 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)
After Oct. 7:
$11 per person (resident) / $12 (nonresident) Registration deadline: 4 p.m. on the day of the event or when full. Households of four or more will receive a 20 percent discount for the fourth person and each person thereafter.
#OptOutside ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Enjoy a hike on the trails with a naturalist. Afterwards, return to the interpretive center for an up-close experience with one of Westwood’s live animals. Stay to explore the new exhibits!
DAY DATE+TIME F Nov. 27, 1 – 2:30 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
ALL AGES
CHILDREN AGES 2+ MUST PAY AND BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PAID ADULT
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Laugh out loud as the Westwood puppets tell a story in their animated comical style. Begin with open play and exploration. Naturalist-led activities will highlight the story and create memories for you and your youngest family members. There will also be a chance to go outside on a hike. Pollinators The puppets will teach us all about pollinators. From bees and butterflies to hummingbirds and ... flies? We’ll visit the honeybee hives to see some pollinators at work. DAYs DATEs+TIME M Sept. 14, 10 – 11:30 a.m. F Sept. 18, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FEE $4 per person (resident) / $5 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Acorn-y Tail Who is eating all the acorns? Find out in this hide and seek adventure with the puppets. Enjoy a squirrel-y craft before heading out on the trails in search of acorns and other seeds. DAYs DATEs+TIME M Oct. 19, 10 – 11:30 a.m. F Oct. 23, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FEE $4 per person (resident) / $5 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Turkeys Gobble gobble, it’s that turkey time of year again! Join us for a hike, a craft and some hands-on learning as we get to know our festive, feathered friends. DAYs DATEs+TIME M Nov. 16, 10 – 11:30 a.m. F Nov. 20, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FEE $4 per person (resident) / $5 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
Preschool programs
Tuesday Turtles Preschool AGES 4 – 5
DROP-OFF PROGRAM
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Tuesday Turtles will explore and discover the world outside while on hikes led by naturalists. We’ll listen to nature stories, create crafts, play games and laugh with our famous puppets. Each class dives into a different nature topic. Each of the three sessions has either three or four classes. You may sign up for one or more sessions. DAYs DATEs+TIME Tu Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29, 1 – 3 p.m. Oct. 6, 20, 27, 1 – 3 p.m. Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, 1 – 3 p.m. FEE September and November: $42 per child (resident) / $48 (non-resident) October: $31 per child (resident) / $36 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full
CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT NO CHARGE FOR SUPERVISING ADULT
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Westwood Hills Nature Center is a great resource for home school science learning activities! We can customize our outdoor recreation and natural history programs to fit a variety of ages and learning needs. Call 952.924.2544 for more information about scheduling a visit for a small group or homeschool cooperative.
Service projects
Looking for a service project for your community, scout or service group? Westwood can provide opportunities for park cleanups, plantings or other projects. Call 952.924.2544 for more information.
Scout programs
Westwood Hills Nature Center is a great resource for your scouting needs. We can customize our programs to meet your specific badge requirements, special awards and service projects. These activities provide scouts with the opportunity to build character and leadership, connect to the community, discover new things, collaborate with other scouts and have fun in an outdoor environment. Our 160-acre facility includes wetland, prairie and forest habitats which are ideal for exploration and service projects. Call 952.924.2544 for more information.
Birthday parties
AGES 4+ Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. The new interpretive center at Westwood Hills Nature Center is the perfect venue for any birthday party. Birthday parties include a one-hour program led by one of our naturalists and another hour for gifts and food in a private party room. The cost below includes the two-hour room rental. Party guests will meet a live animal, hike outdoors and then celebrate in the party room. You bring the treats, tableware and presents.
Call 952.924.2544 for reservations.
Reservations are being accepted for Saturdays and Sundays through November. FEE $105 (resident) / $115 (non-resident)
Facility rentals
The Westwood Hills Nature Center is located on a 160-acre natural area and overlooks a water garden. This newly constructed facility houses a multipurpose space, accommodating up to 130 (35 physically distanced people) for meetings, weddings, galas, corporate events and other special occasions. The space also can be divided into three smaller rooms for meetings and events. Venue equipment includes audio visual equipment, dimmable lighting, a prep kitchen and a podium. Available to rent year round FEE Maple conference room (capacity 16, two-hour minimum) $45 per hour (resident) $55 per hour (non-resident) Willow, Aspen or Oak (two-hour minimum) $50 per hour (resident) $60 per hour (non-resident) Entire facility: $1,500 (resident) $1,800 (non-resident), 12-hour rental Refundable damage and kitchen cleaning deposit may apply.
