Enrich your life today by signing up for our adult enrichment classes. Elevate your skills, broaden your horizons, and embrace lifelong learning with us!
Our goal is to provide tools for children to develop skills needed to promote successful transition into kindergarten, be mindful of each child's individualized style of learning and promote a sense of self-worth and community.
Early Childhood Screening is a quick and simple check of how your child is learning and growing. It identifies possible health or learning concerns so children can get help before starting school.
What is ‘Experiential Education’? Experiential Education is a teaching philosophy which engages learners with direct experiences. It focuses on moral values, increasing knowledge and awareness, developing life skills, and understanding their contribute.
Tiger Cub Child Care is available to children ages six weeks through Preschool age, providing we can meet the needs of that child. We follow the District #241 school calendar and operate from 6:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
A variety of opportunities for youth to learn, grow and build friendships.
Drivers aged 55 and above are encouraged to sign up for our defensive driving courses. These sessions will help you enhance your driving skills and develop a fresh understanding of traffic safety.
The courses will address financial obligations, future planning, budgeting, income, career development, spending habits, credit management, saving, and investments.
Our day trips are organized in collaboration with Austin, Owatonna, and Waseca Community Educations, as well as the Albert Lea Senior Center. Experience a day full of adventure with a relaxing bus ride, eliminating the need for driving.
Let's keep those bodies moving! We offer many fitness classes that welcome all levels of fitness.
Discover classes on Health & Wellness. Get started on Revolutionary Self-Care: Embrace, Nurture, and Grow Your Authentic Self.
Unleash your imagination and explore the world of crafting and hobbies with our variety of classes.
Located by the Brookside Boat Landing
Our recreation experiences teaches you skills through hands on learning.
Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly. The registration deadline is the Tuesday before the start date. If the minimum enrollment is met, registration will remain open until full.
Battle Blasters transforms the gym into a fast-paced battle arena with inflatable bunkers, soft-foam blasters, and exciting gameplay battles designed for all skill levels. Led by an experienced facilitator, each session blends movement, strategy, and fun in a safe environment.
Equipment is provided for every event, including blasters, darts or foam balls, safety face wear, and full field setups. Each Feature Night offers a unique way to play, connect, and enjoy an action-packed hour.
Dress for action: Tennis shoes and pants are required for safety and movement.
Jan 24: Teen Night (Ages 14+) A high-energy hour geared toward older players who enjoy faster gameplay, bigger challenges, and a more competitive pace.
Feb. 14: Little Blasters (Ages 4–6) A gentle and fun introduction to Battle Blasters for younger children. Simple battles, lighter equipment, and lots of playful movement.
March 7: Family Night (All Ages with a Caregiver)Families play together in friendly battles that mix teamwork, movement, and light competition. Great for siblings, parents, and caregivers.
April 4: Girl Power Night (Grades 3–7) A confidence-building session for girls in grades 3–7. Players team up for friendly battles that encourage strategy, teamwork, and active play.
May 2: Dude Night (Grades 3–7) A high-energy hour for boys in grades 3–7 who want to run, duck, dive, and compete in upbeat, action-filled battles.
Dusty will be your Battle Blasters facilitator, bringing years of hands-on gameplay and a strong focus on safety to the field. He spent four years playing competitive paintball, including semi-professional tournaments through Paintball Sports Promotions (PSP), where he learned the importance of structured games and maintaining high safety standards. He also served as a referee at Xphere in Faribault, MN.
The idea for Battle Blasters started when Dusty and his wife, Kim, bought a Gel Blaster for their son’s birthday. After seeing how much fun he had, they set up a backyard party with inflatable bunkers. It was a huge hit, and that sparked an idea: Why not bring this exciting experience to more families? Together, Dusty and Kim launched Backyard Bunkers, a mobile blaster experience created to bring fun to kids in the community, starting with these Battle Blasters classes.
Kim is the behind-the-scenes engine that keeps Battle Blasters running smoothly. She handles the details so Dusty can focus on facilitating. From checking kids in to keeping things on schedule, she makes sure each session is a success.
She and her husband, Dusty, started Backyard Bunkers with the goal of creating something fun and active for kids in the community. As the Marketing Specialist for Albert Lea Community Education for the past six years, Kim has developed a strong passion for helping families connect through meaningful and memorable experiences. Battle Blasters is another way she is helping bring creative, engaging, and fun opportunities to local families.
Dusty Blankenship , Kim Blankenship
