New Prague Area Community Education

Adults of all ages Join us to play pickup soccer in a fun and relaxed environment! Teams are formed each week with no long term commitment to a league. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, this is a welcoming space for adults of all skill levels to stay active and make new friends while enjoying the game of soccer!

Do you have a sewing machine that you would like to use but are not sure how? Do you know a child who is interested in learning how to sew? Anne will discuss sewing machine basics like winding bobbins, changing needles, threading the machine, and more. She will also supply you with fabric and help you sew a pillow cover to take home! Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring the following to class: Sewing machine with manual, thread and 45 mm rotary cutter.

Elder financial abuse, also known as financial exploitation, is the illegal or unauthorized use of an older adult’s funds or resources for the benefit of someone other than the older adult. This includes fraud, theft, and act of deception to gain control over a senior’s money or property. You will learn about common types of financial abuse, indicators, and signs, how to report and get help. This class is for older adults and their families.

Ages 6 to Adult (children under 18 must be with an adult and you both need to register) Do you love goats? Yoga? If so, this is for you! Goats are playful, loving, stress-relieving and therapeutic animals. Join us for a healthy mind and healthy body at this one-of-a-kind class where you will learn and practice yoga, while falling in love with goats! (Yoga mats provided). Please wear comfortable clothing.

In this two-hour session, beginner archers will learn the basics of shooting and safety while practicing and competing in a fun shooting game to improve accuracy. Must wear closed-toed shoes. Equipment is provided. Youth ages 8-10 need an adult present for the duration of the session.

Interested in RC Cars? Want to try racing them on a track? Then come join us as we explore what makes them work and get to try them out. Participants will leave with a better understanding and get some time testing out their driving skills on a few different types of RC Cars. Participants can use RC Cars provided or their own on approval. This is a great activity for kids and adults!

Welcome to the New Prague Area swimming program! We offer SwimAmerica lessons for ages 6 months (with a parent) through adults. All lessons are held indoors in the New Prague Aquatic Center. In the land of 10,000 lakes, we take learning to swim very seriously and look forward to providing this service for you and your loved ones. Mark your calendar for upcoming dates Priority registration will open at 7 am Central on Monday morning and close at 4 pm Central on Wednesday afternoon. Non-resident registration will open the following Monday at 7 am and remain open until sessions are full. Anyone who registers during this time will automatically be placed on a waitlist until residency can be confirmed. Summer 2024 Swimming Lessons Available sessions as of May 1, 2024 Please note, schedules may be subject to change based on availability of instructors.

Join us for a grillin' great time as we gather for a picnic and activities for adults 55 and over! The grill will be fired up outside the main entrance of the Fitness & Aquatic Center with tables for eating and activities outside or inside the building. The menu will include grilled hamburgers or brats, a cold salad, chips, baked beans, a dessert, and a drink. Activities, prizes and music will be available to enjoy following the meal. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. Please register online or there will be sign up sheets at the Community Education main office and at the reception desk of the Fitness & Aquatic Center. Cost is $12.00 per person. All seniors are invited to register and attend--you do not have to be a member!

Adults 18 and up “Wow, you have a great voice!” Have you heard that more times than you can count? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobooks, commercials, or cartoon characters and think, “I could do that!” Want to earn income using your talents from the comfort of your home? If so, then you could have what it takes to begin working as a professional Voiceover Artist. Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional, working voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All, in a one-on-one, personalized, video chat setting. Discover the current trends in the industry and how easy and affordable it can be to learn, set up and work from home. In this one-time, 90-minute, introductory class, you’ll also learn about the different types of voiceovers and the tools you’ll need to find success. Your instructor will record you as you read a real script, then offer you some coaching so you can improve your delivery. Your instructor will take notes on your performance and create a professional voiceover evaluation delivered to you in a follow up call. After the class, you will have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you’d like to pursue. You owe it to yourself to finally explore the possibilities of this fun and rewarding field! Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience.