Fridley Community Education

Curious about yoga but not sure where to start? This welcoming, beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to begin. Led by experienced instructor Debomita Basu, this one-time session introduces the foundations of yoga and mindfulness in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Participants will be guided through a gentle flow that focuses on breath awareness, basic alignment, and simple strength-building movements. In addition to practicing together, you’ll leave with practical tools and strategies you can use to build or deepen your own yoga practice at home. Whether your goal is stress relief, increased flexibility, or simply trying something new, this class is designed to meet you where you are. If you’re interested in continuing your practice after this session, participants will have the opportunity to explore additional offerings with long-time Community Education instructor Michael Ledman or continue learning with Debomita Basu at her studio location. Beginner-friendly yoga flow Focus on breath, alignment, and body awareness Mindfulness strategies for everyday use Take-home tools to support your personal practice No prior experience needed. All bodies and abilities are welcome.

Come paint alongside others in a relaxed, welcoming space. Whether you’re brand new or getting back into painting, bring your own idea or keep working on a piece you’ve already started—this is open studio time to create, connect, and enjoy the process. Sign up and come as you are able. This class has rolling and open registration. Free thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Fridley Senior Program Foundation.

Learn the basics of sourdough baking in this hands-on workshop with Sandra Brenes, owner of Studio B Bakery. Sourdough baking has grown in popularity, and this class is designed for adults who want practical support in getting started at home. Each participant will receive a fresh active starter and a printed guide with essential information to take home. During the workshop, participants will learn how to feed and maintain a starter, watch a sourdough bread dough demonstration, and explore tips, tricks, and common mistakes to help make the process simple and manageable. This class is a great introduction for anyone interested in building confidence with sourdough baking.

Thrivent Financial Advisor, Greg Schraufnagel will help attendees gain a basic understanding of how to identify and overcome transition obstacles, protect assets, and develop a strategy to smoothly transition their cherished place to maintain family harmony.

Come explore this ancient exercise system that strengthens the body while calming and focusing the mind. Learn how to take these basic exercises into your daily life to strengthen and tone your body, improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and help relieve stress. All classes include classic Hatha or stretching, breathing practices, and a guided relaxation/meditation. Please dress in comfortable clothes and bring a mat, towel, or rug for floor work.

Explore a deeper mind-body connection with Mindfulness Yoga. Learn how to be aware of your body and be connected to everything that you do while you strengthen and tone, improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and relieve stress.