October Sports Announcements

There is a way for EVERY child to play …
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE IN EACH SPORT
Please contact: Community Action Center of Northfield, 507-664-3550

We encourage you to check each association’s website for the most current information.

Note: Each organization’s title in red font links to its website.

Minnesota Youth Ski League – Nordic Ski

Northfield youth and volunteers will gather weekly on Sundays from Jan. 4-Feb. 22, 2026, for Northfield SkiSparks 10th season. This learn-to-ski program is run by local volunteers and supported by MyXC’s curriculum and structure. Youth will learn under the same organization that taught Jessie Diggins to cross-country ski!

Kids ages 4-12 learn the basics through group games, exploring the trails of the Carleton Arboretum, and focusing on skill building. Rental equipment for youth is available on a first-come, first-served basis. It’s a great way to be outside together as a family on a Sunday afternoon. Sessions are 3-4:30 p.m. If there is no natural snow, a back-up location and time is available at the trails at Hyland Hills in Bloomington.

Registration for children of volunteer coaches begins Oct. 9. Tiered registration based on volunteer commitment will continue through the month. Go to www.myxc.org for more information.

Northfield Area Family YMCA

The Northfield Area Family YMCA offers year-round programming for all ages. Check the website for more information.

Northfield Community Education

American Red Cross Swim Lessons: Ages 6+, Oct. 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, & 16, Various lessons times between 6 p.m. and 8:10 p.m., Northfield Middle School

American Red Cross Swim Lessons: Ages 6 months-5 years, Tuesdays, 10/21-12/9, Various lesson times between 5:15 p.m. and 8 p.m., Northfield AmericInn

Equestrian Club: Ages 4-17, Fridays, 10/3-10/24, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Cornerstone on the Vermillion

Northfield Skating School: Ages 3-adult, 10/12-11/23, Various lessons times between 11:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Northfield Ice Arena. Must register by Oct. 2.

Horse Camp: Ages 4-18, Thursday & Friday 10/16 & 10/17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Cornerstone on the Vermillion

Flag Football Camp (Sports Unlimited): Ages 6-12, Thursday & Friday 10/16 & 10/17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Northfield Middle School Football Field

Northfield Skating School

Learn or improve your skating skills this fall with Northfield Skating School!

Fall lessons run 10/12-11/23 at the Northfield Ice Arena. Registration is open through Northfield Community Education until Oct. 2 or until lessons fill. Join our professional coaching team at the rink to build skills and confidence for skating and for life! Limited private lessons available to those enrolled in the group program.

This program is operated by Northfield Community Education; questions may be directed to the Community Ed office.

Northfield Soccer Club

With the cooler weather, changing leaves and kids back in school, it’s the perfect time to be thinking of … summer soccer! Registration is open for the Northfield Soccer Club’s summer 2026 traveling season and will remain open through October. We hope to have tryouts in November, so it’s important that we have players signed up before that time.

Registration for the NSC summer season requires a $100 deposit to hold your spot, which will be applied toward the registration fee. You may choose to pay the registration fee in full at the time of registration or utilize the payment plan and break it into three portions. We also offer scholarships in partnership with the Northfield Youth Sports Collaborative and the Community Action Center.

To learn more and register, visit www.northfieldsoccer.org/traveling.

Northfield Wrestling Club

Register for our free youth wrestling clinic! K-5 boys and girls who are new to wrestling and are interested in trying out the sport before the season begins can join us on Nov. 1 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Northfield High School wrestling room. Youth/high school coaches and high school wrestlers will teach the basics of wrestling. Register on our website.