Play-based learning environment that helps students grow, learn and develop physically, socially, emotionally, in language and literacy and in thinking (cognitive) skills. Designed to help students meet the State of Minnesota Early Learning Standards.
From high to low-impact, Pilates, dance and aquatics, there is a fitness class for you!
Enrichment classes for preschoolers.
Science,Technology, Engineering & Math
Qigong is a system of movements and meditations designed to promote health, balance, and overall wellness. The practice is considered one of the pillars of Chinese medicine, drawing foundational principles from Daoism and Buddhism. In this 8-week course, students will learn qigong forms to support dynamic wellbeing - calming the mind while strengthening and stabilizing the body. No previous qigong experience required - all movement is modifiable.
Click here to learn more about Scott: Scott Stafford
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Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info.
Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org)
Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.
Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952
Scott Stafford (he/him/his) is a Minneapolis-based dancer, choreographer, and teaching artist. From 2014 – 2018, he performed as a repertory dancer with Stuart Pimsler Dancer and Theater, touring and teaching across The United States. He spent six years on the teaching artist roster for The Cowles Center For Dance, until their closure in 2024 – facilitating over 200 workshops in that time within k-12 populations. He is dance faculty at St. Paul Conservatory For Performing Artists, where he teaches contemporary, composition, voguing.
His choreography has been presented by institutions included The Detroit Institute of Art, The Walker Art Center, Franconia Sculpture Garden, Land O’ Lakes Arts, The Southern Theater, The Red Eye Theater, The Cowles Center for Dance, Blue Water Theater, St. Olaf College, Park Square Theater, The University of Minnesota, and Ballare Teatro. His artistic efforts have been recognized by The Foundation for Contemporary Arts, The Minnesota State Arts Board, Minnesota Regional Arts Council, and Springboard For the Arts, and the Jerome Foundation.
As a choreographer for Blue Water Theater, Scott has choreographed for musical theater productions including Grease, Alice By Heart, The Prom, 9 to 5, Bright Star, and We Will Rock You.
“Stafford’s choreography shone with sweeping, luminous flow and pristine technique” – Minneapolis Star Tribune, 2022.
In addition to creating performance work, Scott competes in the ballroom scene in the categories of New Way Vogue, European Runway, and Hand Performance as Edward.007.
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