Please arrange to rent or purchase your instrument. Students must arrange for an instrument prior to the start of Summer Band Lessons. There will be an in-person rental fair/event on May 5, 5-6:30 pm at Twin Oaks Gym. Please watch for information provided from the Middle School Band teachers. You can also rent/purchase your instrument online. Here are three companies we recommend. 1. Groth Music - (952) 884-4772 https://www.grothmusic.com/aerntschoolselect.aspx 2. Schmitt Music - (612) 238-9930 https://www.schmittmusicforbeginners.com/aerntschoolselect.aspx 3. Eckroth Music - 651-704-9654 https://www.eckroth.com/aeRntSchoolSelect.aspx Please bring 2 reeds to all lessons (if your instrument requires them). Please purchase the book, Accent on Achievement Book 1, and bring it to all lessons. All lessons will be 30 minutes. If you/your child were not assigned to play this instrument, you will be cancelled from this lesson slot and we will attempt to contact you to reschedule a lesson time for your assigned instrument. Lessons slots are subject to availability. Please contact Community Education at 952.226.0310 if you have registered for the wrong instrument or otherwise need to change your lesson time. Due to the nature of the program, missed lessons may not be made up. If your student will miss a lesson (or more), please discuss that with your students instructor(s) once band starts. We will do our best to accommodate and to help your student catch-up.

Please arrange to rent or purchase your instrument. Students must arrange for an instrument prior to the start of Summer Band Lessons. There will be an in-person rental fair/event on May 5, 5-6:30 pm at Twin Oaks Gym. Please watch for information provided from the Middle School Band teachers. You can also rent/purchase your instrument online. Here are three companies we recommend. 1. Groth Music - (952) 884-4772 https://www.grothmusic.com/aerntschoolselect.aspx 2. Schmitt Music - (612) 238-9930 https://www.schmittmusicforbeginners.com/aerntschoolselect.aspx 3. Eckroth Music - 651-704-9654 https://www.eckroth.com/aeRntSchoolSelect.aspx Please bring 2 reeds to all lessons (if your instrument requires them). Please purchase the book, Accent on Achievement Book 1, and bring it to all lessons. All lessons will be 30 minutes. If you/your child were not assigned to play this instrument, you will be cancelled from this lesson slot and we will attempt to contact you to reschedule a lesson time for your assigned instrument. Lessons slots are subject to availability. Please contact Community Education at 952.226.0310 if you have registered for the wrong instrument or otherwise need to change your lesson time. Due to the nature of the program, missed lessons may not be made up. If your student will miss a lesson (or more), please discuss that with your students instructor(s) once band starts. We will do our best to accommodate and to help your student catch-up.

Boost your everyday performance with our Functional Strengthening class, designed to improve how you move in daily life. We focus on foundational movement patterns: squat, hinge, push–pull, lunge, etc. and emphasize proper form to build strength, stability, and confidence. Using weights, bands, and other equipment, we target key muscle groups for safer, more efficient movement. This class is great for all levels, whether you're beginning a weightlifting or strength-training program or looking to enhance your current strength routine. Please bring a mat, indoor shoes, and water.

Experience the calming support of our Gentle Yoga class, created to help you move with ease, confidence, and comfort. Enjoy soft stretches, mindful balance work, and guided breathing designed to release tension, improve mobility, and restore energy. Movements are simple, adaptable, and focused on joint health, strength, and overall well-being. Perfect for all ages and fitness levels, this class welcomes anyone seeking a soothing, accessible practice. (Participants should be able to get up and down from the floor independently.)

Girls wrestling is the fastest growing high school sport in Minnesota and in the US and our Laker team is growing! Don't miss this opportunity to come try it and meet the girls already wrestling. Bring a friend or two and learn from two accomplished wrestlers: Bella Heaney (John Carroll University) and Angelica Benetiz (Current Laker). All ages and experience levels are welcome. All you need is a desire to learn