Dexter Community Education

Welcome to our Men's Basketball league, where the spirit of the game thrives without the need for referees. We offer a basketball experience that emphasizes fair play, camaraderie, and sportsmanship. Must be 18yrs or older to participate. Here's what you can expect: Referee-Free Action: Our league operates on the honor system, with players responsible for making their own calls. This promotes a sense of integrity and self-regulation, fostering a respectful and friendly atmosphere on the court. Advance Registration: To ensure a smooth and organized game, we require all participants to register in advance. Competitive and Fun: Whether you're a seasoned basketball player or just looking to have some fun on the court, our league caters to all skill levels. Expect a healthy balance of competition and enjoyment. Camaraderie: Our league is not just about basketball; it's about building friendships and connections. After each game, players are encouraged to socialize and build lasting relationships, both on and off the court. Rules and Fair Play: While we don't have referees, we do have established rules and guidelines to ensure fair play. Players are expected to adhere to these rules and exhibit good sportsmanship throughout all sessions. Bring a basketball and a dark colored & light colored shirt each week. Minimum of 8 participants.

Welcome to our Women's Basketball league, where the spirit of the game thrives without the need for referees. We offer a basketball experience that emphasizes fair play, camaraderie, and sportsmanship. Here's what you can expect: Referee-Free Action: Our league operates on the honor system, with players responsible for making their own calls. This promotes a sense of integrity and self-regulation, fostering a respectful and friendly atmosphere on the court. Advance Registration: To ensure a smooth and organized game, we require all participants to register in advance. Competitive and Fun: Whether you're a seasoned basketball player or just looking to have some fun on the court, our league caters to all skill levels. Expect a healthy balance of competition and enjoyment. Camaraderie: Our league is not just about basketball; it's about building friendships and connections. After each game, players are encouraged to socialize and build lasting relationships, both on and off the court. Rules and Fair Play: While we don't have referees, we do have established rules and guidelines to ensure fair play. Players are expected to adhere to these rules and exhibit good sportsmanship throughout all sessions. Bring a basketball and a dark colored & light colored shirt each week. Minimum of 8 participants.

This course will provide you with the info necessary to safely operate a variety of boats and personal watercraft (PWC). Learn navigation rules, boat & PWC operation, maintenance and specific laws & regulations to legally operate watercraft in Michigan. Upon successful completion you will receive a State of MI Boater’s Safety Certificate required for legal operation of any type of personal watercraft (including jet skis) for all persons born after 12/31/1978. Persons under 14 years of age may not legally operate a PWC. Based on feedback from previous participants, participants should be at least 12 years of age. Bring lunch, drinks & snack. Important: In addition to registering here on the Community Ed platform, the DNR is asking you to register on their site as well in order to receive credit for your certification. The link is here below: Michigan DNR Registration Link

Cardio Drumming with Trina is a very fun, high energy, all ages workout. Using drumsticks, a bucket, and an exercise ball, you’ll be sure to break a sweat to great music! Participants will need to bring a 65 cm exercise ball, 17 gallon bucket, and drumsticks. Participants can also purchase equipment from the instructor for $25--contact Katrinaboulter@gmail.com to purchase equipment

Relax and Restore with this gentle stress and anxiety relieving yoga practice. Create harmony and balance of body and mind through physical postures, breathing techniques and an extended guided relaxation at the end of class. Suitable for most fitness and experience levels. Modifications are offered for both dialing back and going deeper into your practice. This class is perfect for both new and seasoned yogis looking for a restorative practice. 60-min. Please bring a yoga mat to class. This class is also available via live stream, link will be sent to registrants the day before the first class. Must be an Adult or 14+ (with parent also enrolled) This is a Beginner/Level 1 Yoga Course

Improve physical and mental balance, flexibility, strength and stamina with this moderately challenging yoga practice. Vinyasa translates to “flow” through the connection of breath with movement and Hatha translates to “sun & moon” representing balance and unification in Sanskrit. Suitable for those with a moderate fitness level, some experience with yoga is helpful although not necessary. Modifications offered for both dialing back and going deeper into your practice. Please bring a yoga mat to class. This class is also available via live stream, link will be sent to registrants the day before the first class Must be an Adult or 14+ (with parent also enrolled) This is a Beginner/Level 1 – Intermediate/Level 2 Yoga Course

In just a few hours, you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online recorded follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional live periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. Important: If you don't see the link in your inbox, check your spam folder.

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. Participants will be sent the link to this virtual class before the class begins. Important: If you don't see the link in your inbox, check your spam folder.

Join us in learning the game of Pickleball! Students will learn how to keep score during a pickleball game as well as proper strategies, etiquette and different shots used during a pickleball game. Athletes should bring a Pickleball Paddle to Class

Learn to Paint like Bob Ross in just one day! Join Certified Instructor Ted Simpson as he guides you through a complete painting in just a few hours. Create fluffy clouds, strong mountains, and of course, happy little trees! The April session's theme is Sunset Mountain The May session's theme is Mystic Woods All supplies included and no experience is required. Each class is a different painting. You can do this!

Experience a calmer nervous system, improved ability to cope with stress and pain, higher quality sleep, better focus and attention as well as an overall sense of ease and well-being with this mindful yoga practice paired with meditation. In this gentle workshop, we will combine movement, breath work, mindfulness and meditation to cultivate the many benefits associated with a mindful meditation practice. Rotating quarterly themes will explore a different meditation technique (guided visualization, crystal gazing, singing bowls etc.) each workshop. Suitable for all fitness and experience levels. Please bring a yoga mat to class. Theme: Chakra Balance Must be an Adult or 14+ (with parent also enrolled) This is a Beginner/Level 1 Yoga Workshop

There are two options for this course below. Foundations 101 is not required to take Foundations 102. FOUNDATIONS 101: Teaching the process of fundamental dog obedience skills such as sit, down, stay, and come, as well as the practical applications of such skills FOUNDATIONS 102: Essential socialization skills to build dog and owner confidence, including walking on and exploring different surfaces and obstacles, meeting unusual strangers, and positive exposure to essential husbandry tools For both sections, please bring: Treats/Treat bag, 6 ft Standard Leash, Collar or Harness, Current Vaccination Records

Reflexology is an ancient healing modality that deals with the principle that nerve endings in the feet and hands correspond to all glands, organs, regions and systems of the body. When stress, toxins and illness are present, the natural flow of energy is compromised and manifests as congestion in the corresponding reflex points and dis-ease within the body. Enjoy this gentle, calming yoga practice paired with the healing and regenerative benefits of reflexology. This deeply nurturing and informative workshop teaches rotating quarterly themes (stress/anxiety reduction, overwhelm/burnout, insomnia/restful sleep etc.) for self-application, as well as a mini-reflexology session from the instructor at the end of each class to get you completely and totally relaxed. Suitable for all fitness and experience levels. Please bring a yoga mat to class. Must be an Adult or 14+ (with parent also enrolled) This is a Beginner/Level 1 Yoga Workshop

Reiki (laying-on of hands) is a Japanese relaxation technique for stress reduction and relaxation that can also promote profound healing. It is administered by the practitioner gently placing the hands on or just above the energy meridians of the body. Lithotherapy (laying-on of stones) is the use of purpose specific crystals on or within the body’s energy field. Ancient cultures all over the world have utilized the metaphysical properties of sacred stones for energetic, spiritual, emotional and physical wellbeing. Enjoy this gentle, calming yoga practice paired with the healing and regenerative benefits of reiki-lithotherapy. This deeply nurturing and informative workshop teaches via rotating quarterly themes (stress/anxiety reduction, willpower/self-esteem, self-love/self-expression etc.) with appropriate crystals placed on the body as well as a mini-reiki/lithotherapy session from the instructor at the end of each class. Suitable for all fitness and experience levels. Please bring a yoga mat to class. Theme: Insomnia/Restful Sleep Must be an Adult or 14+ (with parent also enrolled) This is a Beginner/Level 1 Yoga Workshop