Mankato Community Education

We have adopted the SNAG®(Starting New At Golf) program to teach all golfers how to play this enjoyable lifelong sport. Our coaches understand the importance of fundamentals of form in teaching swinging, putting, and body positioning. The SNAG system uses modified equipment to implement the curriculum developed by PGA professionals. The Exceptional Grip is designed for players with physical challenges holding on to traditional or original SNAG® golf equipment. All are welcome! Participation Guidelines All participants must: Be 16 years of age or older Be able to inform staff of wants & needs Have a basic understanding of personal safety Be able to care for personal hygiene Be able to manage personal behavior If unable to meet these guidelines, please bring staff to accommodate your needs. Mankato Community Education and Recreation is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for participants, staff and the community we serve by following guidance from the Minnesota Departments of Health and Education.

There are many great reasons to take up golf. Walking miles and burning hundreds of calories on a beautifully landscaped golf course is a great way to stay in shape. Golf is a great way to meet people, to spend quality time with family and friends, and build professional relationships. We will provide all the tools you need. Included in the total fee is access to the driving range, putting/chipping green, range balls and rental clubs! Our adult golf program has been designed to create a low-pressured environment so you can enjoy your first golfing experience. Key concepts include grip, stance, alignment, scoring, etiquette and important safety rules on the golf course. Mankato Community Education and Recreation is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for participants, staff and the community we serve by following guidance from the Minnesota Departments of Health and Education.

Ages 18 and Up, Under 18 must be accompanied by adult Designed swim workouts. Lanes are divided by ability, and workouts (swim strokes and yardage) are scaled to each lane. Ability is determined by 100 yd pace. Participants are able to self-select lanes - lane pacing is a suggestion and not a Lane 1 1:05 - 1:20 Lane 2 1:21 - 1:30 Lane 3 1:31 - 1:40 Lane 4 1:41 - 1:50 Lane 5 1:51 - 2:00 Lane 6 2:01 - 2:10 Aquatic programs are located at the Mankato East High School Pool. Please park in the far east parking lot, next to Thomas Park, and enter the building through Door 9, located on the northeast side of the building. Mankato Community Education is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for participants, staff and the community we serve by following guidance from the Minnesota Departments of Health and Education.

Private golf lessons for beginners. Daytime appointments by availability. Evening appointments February 7,14,21,28 4pm-5pm or 6pm-7pm $45 for adult, $35 for youth 4- 1 hour sessions- youth $120.00 4- 1 hour sessions- adult $160.00 Receive a full analysis each session from our Foresight GC Technologist Heather Paulson. Email Hpauls1@isd77.org for more information.

Earn your certification to teach American Red Cross swimming and water safety, and gain the skills needed to teach courses and make presentations to swimmers of every age and ability. Through our Aquatic Instructor Training program, you can help recreational swimmers meet their goals, refine their skills and stay safe in, on, and around water. Water Safety Instructor (WSI) ® course trains instructor candidates to teach all of the courses presented in the Swimming and Water Safety program to all age groups; learn-to-swim courses including Parent and Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn-to-Swim Levels 1-6, Adult Swim, and private swimming lessons. This certification is the gold standard and provides the most comprehensive training for swim instructors. Pre-requisites Front crawl - 25 yds Back crawl - 25 yds Breaststroke - 25 yds Elementary backstroke - 25 yds Sidestroke - 25 yds Butterfly - 15 yds Maintain position on back for 1 minute in deep water Tread water for 1 minute