Adult programs

  • Programs are designed for adults ages 18 and older unless otherwise noted.
  • Classes take place at the community center, unless otherwise noted.
  • Registration is available online or at the parks and recreation office.

Pickleball

Indoor Drop-in Pickleball

All are welcome! You do not need to be a member of the Shoreview Area Pickleball Club for indoor drop-in play.  

Pickleball punch card: cost $50 (11 visits)

  • Available for purchase at the parks & recreation office or over the phone at 651-490-4750
  • Office hours: Mon - Fri, 8 am - 4:30 pm
Shoreview Community Center

Ages: 18+
Dates: Monday - Friday, October 6 - May 1*
Time: 8 - 11 am
Drop-in rate: Free to SCC members, $5 non-members

*Hours 8 - 10 am: March 16 - 20, April 3, 17

Shoreview Area Pickleball Club

The 2026 Pickleball Club is full

Name tag with 2026 sticker must be worn for proof of membership. The club will email you with details about etiquette, name tag pick-up, clinics, and more.

The season runs May - October, weather permitting. Pickleball club membership does not include community center drop-in play.

Club benefits:

  • Dedicated play time
  • Balls and nets
  • Free beginner instruction
  • Organized ladder tournaments
  • Name tag
  • Spring and Fall socials
  • Tournaments and prizes

AARP

AARP Smart Driver

Taught by AARP trained instructors, Smart Driver teaches safe driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Insurance discounts for those 55+. A four-hour course is required every three years. The eight-hour course is no longer required.

Have your AARP number ready for a discount rate.

  • Registration deadline: one week before class 
  • $33, $26 AARP member
  • Have your AARP number ready when you register for discounted rate
  • Location: Shoreview Community Center
Four hour refresher course

Date: Thursday, June 25
Time: 9 am - 1 pm

Register online

Date: Tuesday, July 14
Time: 5 - 9 pm

Register online 

Date: Wednesday, August 19
Time: 1 - 5 pm

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Date: Wednesday, September 9
Time: 9 am - 1 pm

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Date: Thursday, September 24
Time: 1 - 5 pm

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Date: Tuesday, October 6
Time: 4:30 - 8:30 pm

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Date: Wednesday, October 21
Time: 9 am - 1 pm

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Date: Tuesday, November 10
Time: 9 am - 1 pm

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Date: Thursday, November 19
Time: 1 - 5 pm

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Date: Wednesday, December 9
Time: 9 am - 1 pm

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Arts & crafts

Easy painting

No experience necessary. Easy to learn painting with acrylics or watercolor. Have a great time, meet people, and leave with your own masterpiece!

  • Age: 18+
  • Location: community center
  • Registration deadline: one week before class  
Minnesota love and loon

Date: Thursday, June 11
Time: 1 - 4 pm
Cost: $48; $44 SV Res

Register online  

Creating art with mixed media

Explore texture, color, and creativity as you use epoxy, resin, alcohol inks, and other media to create unique pieces of colorful art.

  • Age: 16+
  • Location: community center
  • Registration deadline: one week before class
Painted tumbler

Date: Thursday, June 11
Time: 6 - 8 pm
Cost: $70; $64 SV Res

Register online

Beginner Watercolor Fun

Learn the basics of using water colors while having a great time in a relaxed setting. Each class features a different subject so register for one or all of the classes.

Date: Monday, June 15
Time: 1 - 4 pm
Cost: $50; $46 SV Res

Register online 

Bob Ross Painting Class

Famous for encouraging everyone to try painting, Bob Ross's legacy lives on in these classes. There are no mistakes, only happy accidents. Experience painting the Bob Ross way with certified instructor, Valarie Namen. 

People 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 

Ladybug

Age: 13+
Date: Saturday, June 13
Time: 11:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost: $63; $57 Shoreview resident

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Day trips & travel

Day trip: Stillwater Promenade and River Cruise

Enjoy a relaxing river cruise on the scenic St. Croix River Cruise with time to wander charming downtown Stillwater. You'll have an hour to explore shops before boarding the boat. Be sure to bring spending money! Your trip includes coach bus transportation, a scenic St. Croix River boat cruise, and a delicious build-your-own deli sandwich, fruit, potato salad, and a cookie. Beverages are available for purchase on board. 
Motorcoach requires two stairs. The boat has ramp access from the landing with accessible restrooms.

Date: Wednesday, August 19
Time: 9 am - 2:15 pm
Cost: $93

Register online

The Museum of Russian Art and lunch at Kramarczuk's

Enjoy a guided tour of the Museum of Russian Art, see Soviet-era works, folk art, and the new Cats and Dogs in Soviet Art: Workers, Teachers, Friends exhibition. We'll head to Kramarczuk's, a Nordeast favorite, for lunch on your own (card only; no cash)

Date: Monday, August 31
Time: 9:20 am - 1:45 pm
Cost: $52

Register online

Fitness

Shoreview Community Center offers a wide range of fitness activities for adults.

Games & special events

500 Card Club

Join us for cards, coffee, and conversations. No partner required. Beginner players welcome.

Age: 21 +
Date: Mondays
Time: noon
Cost: Free

Drop-in Cribbage

Beginners & experienced players alike are welcome for friendly games in a relaxed, social setting. Just drop-in and play.

Age: 18+
Date: Tuesdays - NOTE: group does not meet on the third Tuesday of the month
Time: 11 am
Cost: Free

Open Mah Jongg Play

Bring your friends and your tiles for drop-in play.  All levels welcome!

Age: 18 +
Date: Thursdays
Time: 1 pm
Cost: Free 

Mah Jongg Semi-Private Workshops

Quit 'dragon' and get 'crackin'! Retired teacher and avid Mah Jongg player, Tarri Lavine, will bring you into the world of Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg helps maintain good brain health, memory, and opportunities to socialize. Mah Jongg is similar to Gin Rummy but played with tiles instead of cards. Tiles and handouts provided. These new workshops are limited to three participants for personalized learning. 

Session 1 - Level 2

Date: Tuesday, June 16
Time: 9 am - noon
Cost: $95; $86 Shoreview resident

Register online

Session 2 - Level 2

Date: Tuesday, June 23
Time: 9 am - noon
Cost: $95; $86 Shoreview resident

Register online

Learners Tournament Workshop

Have you always wanted to play in a Mah Jongg tournament but not sure you're ready? This beginner-friendly event, led by Tarri Lavine, offers a relaxed way to learn tournament play. Play in a practice-style tournament, review rules, scoring, and strategies. Questions are welcome during play so you learn how tournaments differ from NMJL play. The session includes two rounds of three games with certificates and door prizes. Bring your 2026 NMJL card.

Proceeds benefit the local dementia support groups on behalf of TC Metro & Suburban Mah Jongg Club. 

Prerequisite: No previous tournaments, Beginner 2 Mah Jongg class or similar. 

Date: Tuesday, June 29
Time: 9 am - noon
Cost: $73; $67 Shoreview resident

Register online

The Last Piece of Summer Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Teams of up to four people race to finish a 500 piece puzzle for prizes, bragging rights, and some silly fun. Don't miss your chance to piece together the perfect ending to summer!

Age: 5+
Date: Wednesday, August 26
Time: 5:45 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $33; $30 Shoreview resident

Register online

Health & well-being

Functional balance screening

Measure your fall risk and identify areas to strengthen with a free balance screening from OSI Physical Therapy. Balance screenings are held the first Tuesday of the month.

  • Evaluate static and dynamic balance systems to establish fall risks
  • Identify any areas that could benefit from focused training
  • Identify simple assistive devices

Ages: 55 +
Time: Ten minute appointments available from 9 - 10 am
Date: Tuesday, July 7

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Ages: 55 +
Time: Ten minute appointments available from 9 - 10 am
Date: Tuesday, August 4

Register online

Ages: 55 +
Time: Ten minute appointments available from 9 - 10 am
Date: Tuesday, September 1

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Dementia Caregiver Support Group with Respite Care

This support group is led by a trained facilitator from Alzheimer's Speaks. Your loved one can enjoy activities in a nearby room. The program is free. Registration is requested but drop-ins are welcome if space is available.

Ages: 18 +
Date: Wednesday, June 24
Time: 10 - 11:30 am

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Ages: 18 +
Date: Wednesday, July 29
Time: 10 - 11:30 am

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Ages: 18 +
Date: Wednesday, August 26
Time: 10 - 11:30 am

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Hobbies

USTA Adult Group Tennis lessons

Discover the joy of tennis, a sport you can enjoy for a lifetime! Perfect for those new to the game or with minimal experience. You'll learn essential strokes, develop rally skills, and start your tennis journey off right - with a brand new racquet included for all beginner participants! All classes are taught by instructors trained by the United States Tennis Association (USTA).

  • Cost: $86; $78 Shoreview resident
  • Location: Wilson Park courts
  • Registration deadline: one week prior to class
 
Session 1 - Beginner

Date: Monday, June 1 - July 6
Time: 6 - 7 pm

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Session 1 - Intermediate

Date: Monday, June 1 - July 6
Time: 7:15 - 8:15 pm

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Session 2 - Beginner

Date: Monday, July 13 - August 17
Time: 6 - 7 pm

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Session 2 - Intermediate

Date: Monday, July 13 - August 17
Time: 7:15 - 8:15 pm

Register online

Adapted Kickball league

Gather a team of family, friends, and neighbors to  join our adapted kickball league! This league gives people with disabilities and peers the opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun being on a team! Games are self-officiated. Equipment is provided.

Age: 12+
Date: Monday, June 8 - August 3
Time: 6 or 7 pm
Cost: $115

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Line Dance for Everyone

Get moving in this fun, beginner-friendly class - no partner needed! Learn easy steps to a mix of music styles, improve coordination, and enjoy a welcoming, social atmosphere. Sorry, boots aren't allowed in our studios, please wear sneakers or other non-marking comfy shoes.

Age: 13+
Date: Tuesday, June 2 - July 7
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $36; $33 Shoreview resident

Register online 

Private Ballroom Dance lessons

Sign up for individual or small group private lessons. Register by yourself or with a partner, or group. 

Lessons available on Mondays between 10 am - 3 pm. Contact jverb@shoreviewmn.gov if those times don't work; there may be other dates available.

Small Private Lesson

$117; $107 SV res
One, 45-minute lesson
Fee covers 1 - 2 people

Register online

Group Private Lesson

$235; $214 SV res
Two, 45-minute lessons
Fee covers 3 - 8 people

Register online

Seminars

History Chats with Linda Hopkins

Instructor Linda Hopkins is an author and speaker on constitutional law. She is a retired attorney, past advisor to the President of the United States, consultant to the governments of Bulgaria and Nepal, and former chair of a government data privacy commission.

Geronimo: A Wild Life

Geronimo was known as a fierce Apache leader, but his story didn't end on the battlefield. Learn about his relationship with the US Army general who saved his life, the impact of his capture on the territories of Arizona and New Mexico, and how he turned fame into fortune. A lesser-known chapter of Western history filled with conflict, diplomacy, and unexpected humanity.

Date: Tuesday, June 23
Time: 1 - 3 pm
Cost: $19; $17 Shoreview resident

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Downsizing - A 12 Month Guide

Are you or a family member considering a move, or looking to reduce clutter and better organize your home? Ben from WellRive Senior Move Management will share practical, easy-to-follow steps to help you get started and stay on track.

Date: Tuesday, June 23
Time: 3 - 4 pm
Cost: $5; $4 Shoreview resident

Register online

Contact us

Jennifer Verbrugge
Adult Programs
651-490-4714
jverbrugge@shoreviewmn.gov

Wesley Goldberg
Pickleball
651-490-4753
pickleball@shoreviewmn.gov

Perry Gustafson
Fitness classes
651-490-4768
pgustafson@shoreviewmn.gov