No matter how long it's been, you're invited to make music with one of our Community Band courses! The beginner and intermediate community bands are led by director, Jennifer Garrison Brown. Some experience with the following instruments is preferred for Community Band: bassoon, clarinet, euphonium, flute, French horn, oboe, percussion, saxophone, trombone, tuba or trumpet. When offered, Beginner Band is ideal for students (ages 12+) and adults interested in trying a new instrument. All Community Band participants are asked to provide their own instrument. If you no longer have an instrument, please contact the course instructor for help locating an instrument. Nottelmann Music Company (314) 631-1486 also has an excellent instrument rental program. Live performances, showcasing the talents of our community musicians, have quickly become a beloved district-wide tradition. Each session typically culminates with a public performance opportunity to showcase the combined talents of our community musicians.

Yoga Classes with Miranda Badolato With a doctorate in nutritional sciences and an undergraduate degree in exercise science, certified yoga instructor, Miranda Badolato guides new and experienced students to use movement, poses, and breathwork as tools to enhance wellness and improve longevity. Bring a yoga mat and a sturdy blanket or bolster. Chairs and a limited supply of props such as yoga blocks and straps are available to borrow. Open to ages 16 and up. Miranda's classes are rooted in Iyengar-style Yoga, which focuses on alignment, the use of props, and purposeful progression through poses. Each class starts with centering and breathwork to prepare for a mindful progression throughout the practice. Poses are intentionally chosen to prepare the body for alignment in the class's main asana, or what others may call the "peak pose" or "focus pose." As the practice builds heat through vinyasa, Miranda weaves in poses that support longevity, like squatting, and stability, like core work — all with attention to muscular engagement and anatomical detail. The class concludes with savasana, allowing time to re-center, restore, and connect inwardly. Restorative yoga classes are soothing and slow-paced. Supportive props like blankets, bolsters, and blocks are used to enhance passive stretching, allowing for deep rest. Restorative class sessions are 90 minutes and offered as one-time experiences. Participants are encouraged to dress cozy and to bring an extra blanket and personal props like a pillow or cushion. A limited supply of yoga blocks, mats and straps are available to borrow. Please note, the MSDR9 employee discount on class registrations cannot be combined with the 60+ discount.

Tennis Lessons at Bernard Middle School with Coach Mark Platt Participants will learn the fundamentals of tennis, including forehand and backhand grip, stance and swing, and how to serve the ball. Instruction includes games like rally tennis and other mini games designed to build overall tennis skills while having fun. NEW this winter: Tennis for adults! Please note, the MSDR9 employee discount on class registrations cannot be combined with the 60+ discount.