Adult Programs |
Updated 5/3/23 Summer 2023 |
Health & Fitness | Outdoor Recreation | Social Paddle Club |Sports Programs | Sports Leagues | Music Lessons | Enrichment Classes | Educational Tours
Health & Fitness
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![]() Looking to add some strength training to your cardio routine? Join the Big Foot strength and conditioning coach Alison Krick as she shows you how to lift safely with proper form. Focus will be on using the free weight side of the fitness center. Coach Krick will also show you how to program an efficient workout to achieve your fitness goals! Min/Max: 5/15 Instructor: Alison Krick, CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
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Enrichment Classes
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![]() ![]() Ages 16 & Up Join the Big Foot Rec Book Club and read something new while connecting with your community! Virtual meeting will be held monthly on Zoom. This popular club has a dedicated following. FREE! Please register in advance. Facilitator: Jill Connley
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![]() ![]() Take a tour of this beautiful 10-acre farmstead tucked away in the rolling hills of southeastern Wisconsin. Northwind Perennial Farm grows over 65,000 native plants and regionally durable perennials. Learn about plant production, species selection, garden design and more!
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![]() This hands-on class will give you the confidence and skills to tackle projects you didn’t think you could do on your own. This program covers the most common home maintenance items, such as... · Drywall repair · Door adjustments · Electrical switch and outlet replacement · General plumbing (leak repair, toilet repair, water temp) · And more! Instructor: Joe Vyhnanek, Licensed General Contractor
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![]() Ages 15+ Your stuck on the side of the road.....now what? You see symbols on your dashboard and don’t know what that means. This class will help you understand what to do in an emergency situation. You’ll understand what it means when the car is smoking and when you see different fluids. Joe is a certified mechanic that will teach you not only emergencies but also how to change a tire, change wiper blades, and basic maintenance. A great class for new drivers! Instructor: Joe Vyhnanek, ASE certified
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![]() Teens & Adults Join us for a beginner cookie decorating class. You’ll make your own royal icing to learn about consistency. Decorating techniques such as outlining and flooding, piping rosettes, wet-on-wet designs and royal icing transfers will be taught. You’ll also learn about making cookie dough, preventing spreading of your cookies and will leave with a delicious chocolate brownie cookie recipe and a royal icing recipe. Instructor: Kim Abell, from Kim's Custom Treats Saturday, May 6 from 9:00 AM - Noon - Mother's Day Cookies Location: Big Foot HS, E35 from 9:00 - Noon $45 per person |
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![]() Come learn the tricks to baking the perfect cut out sugar cookie. Learn the outline/flood method using royal icing, and wet on wet techniques. Each participant will have burger basket cookies (bun, lettuce, tomato, cheese and the burger) to work with. Makes a great Father’s Day gift! Min/Max: 6/15 Instructor: Kim Abell, from Kim's Custom Treats
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![]() ![]() Make vibrant indigo cotton scarves from authentic indigo powder. In the class, we will learn the fundamentals of indigo dyeing, including making the organic dye vat from the indigo plant. After making the dye, we will use resist techniques to create intricate patterns on the fabric. Class fee includes material to make two scarves. You are welcome to bring other material to dye. Min/Max: 3/15 Instructor: Jenny Knavel, Professor of Art & Design, WIU
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![]() Looking to buy or sell a property but not sure where to start? Kelsey, with the help of a mortgage representative, will walk you through the process with the knowledge from her experience as a local Realtor® . From pre-approval to the final purchase of a home or seeing how much equity you have in your home, Kelsey wants to make sure this is a smooth and positive experience for anyone. Instructor: Kelsey Isham Brown, Realtor®
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Educational Tours
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Outdoor Recreation
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![]() Before you head out on the water, be sure to learn the paddling basics! On land we will discuss paddling safety, equipment, how to properly hold a paddle and demonstrate techniques. On water, participants will learn how to be efficient in strokes and understand the boat’s stability. Class includes all equipment, but you’re welcome to bring your kayak. Instructor: Chuck Thiesenhusen
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Sports Programs
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