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February / March 2012

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contentsINFANTS & TODDLERSSWIM AMERICA Lessons .............................................. 6SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 16

PRESCHOOL (3 – 4 years)SWIM AMERICA Lessons .............................................. 6CAMP Little Feet .......................................... 8SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 17 Martial Arts ..................................... 17

YOUTH (5 – 12 years)SWIM AMERICA Lessons .............................................. 6CAMPS Little Feet .......................................... 8 School’s Out Fun Days ........................ 8ENRICHMENT Clay ................................................... 9 Drawing ............................................ 9FITNESS AND HEALTH Fitness Programs ............................. 12

SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 17 Martial Arts ..................................... 17 Track ................................................ 17

TEEN (13 – 17 years)SWIM AMERICA Lessons .............................................. 6FITNESS AND HEALTH Assessments and Screenings ........... 11 Fitness Programs ............................. 12SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 17 Martial Arts ..................................... 17 Track ................................................ 17

ADULT (18+ years)SWIM AMERICA Swim Team ........................................ 8ENRICHMENT Dance ................................................ 9 Technology Classes .......................... 10FITNESS AND HEALTH Live Well in Mason ........................... 11 Assessments and Screenings ........... 11 Fitness Programs ............................. 12 Personal Training ............................. 15

SPORTS Golf ................................................. 16 Martial Arts ..................................... 17 Track ................................................ 18

FAMILYSPECIAL EVENTS Parents’ Night Out ............................. 4 Race to Anyplace ............................... 4SWIM AMERICA Private and Semi-Private Lessons ...... 8SPORTS Martial Arts ..................................... 17

The programs and events in CenterPoint are brought to you by the City of Mason, which operates the Mason Community Center.

Mason Community Center 6050 Mason-Montgomery Road Mason, ohio 45040 p 513.229.8555 f 513.229.8556Recreation programs and facilities presented by the City of Mason are open to all citizens regardless of race, gender, color, religion, nationality, or disability, including those who live outside of Mason and those who do not have a community center membership. Program fees are set by membership and residency. City of Mason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to supporting the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact us if you require special accommodations.

This symbol designates a program where volunteers are needed. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out a volunteer application form located on our web site at www.imaginemason.org.

This symbol designates a Young Rembrandts™ program. Young Rembrandts™ encourages creativity, technique, and joy of the artistic process by offering a unique, step-by-step method that successfully teaches children how to draw.

registrationALL PROGRAMS Premier Registration:(Community Center Premier members only)begins January 20, 8 a.m. Walk-in, online, or by phone. www.imaginemason.org • 513.229.8555

open Registration: January 23, 8 a.m.Location: Mason Community Center

indoor Swim lesson RegistrationPremier Members: January 20 Open: January 23 Closes: February 20

New to Community Center programs? Please obtain your username and password from the front desk before registering online.

This symbol designates a Live Well in Mason program provided through a partnership between the City of Mason, Group Health Associates, and Bethesda Physical Therapy.

Registration will be held at the Mason Community Center.

on THe CoVeR: Coach Melissa Iannuzzi practices proper stroke technique with Kylie Allen, Luke Portwine, and Adwaith Ramesh. Photo by: Colleen Kelley

Bad weather?Call the weather hotline to check the status of your activity

513.229.8502Programs: option 5Field rainouts: option 6Swim team: option 7

Learn MoreIf you’d like to learn more about Race To Anyplace, join the Mason Community Center house team, or start a team of your own, please visit www.racetoanyplace.org/soh. And, if you’d like information on any of the other fundraising campaigns that LLS hosts, or the patient services offered, please visit www.lls.org/soh or call 513.698.2828.

3February / March 2012To register, see page 2.

Racing to Help Others

By Dawn Berryman, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

The word CANCER can be a very scary word. Whether you’re hearing it used to describe your child’s diagnosis or having to explain to your young children that you have it, it’s not an easy thing to hear or share. Unfortunately, too many families in the Mason area have had to deal with this word over the past 10 years.

As scary as a cancer diagnosis is, these families have all been given hope by 20 to 30 years of research that has resulted in much higher survival rates. In some cases, the survival rate has increased by 60%.

For children diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), the most common type of childhood cancer, there has been especially good success. A child diagnosed today with ALL has a nearly 90% chance of beating their cancer as com-pared to less than a 20% chance 30 years ago. Much of this research can be attributed to fundraising organizations such as The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS).

Race to AnyplaceThe mission of LLS is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodg-

kin’s disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families. They raise money towards their mission through a variety of fundraising campaigns such as their newest one, Race To Anyplace (Race).

The next Race will be held at Mason Community Center from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 18. It’s is an action-packed, stationary bike event where teams of 4 to 12 riders compete on stationary spin bikes to see who can “ride” the farthest. Every 15 minutes, a new rider jumps on as a new heat begins. A DJ plays pumping music throughout to keep the riders motivated and moving. Complimentary food and drinks are provided to keep everyone fueled.

There are two levels of competition: competitive and friends/family. It’s a great event for supporters of all ages and physical abilities…as long as they can reach the pedals! Riders can spend the entire day at the Community Center or just the time it takes them to complete their heats. And, to help every-one pass the time, Mason Community Center is offering a free day pass for all participants along with half price admission for the participants’ family members. In addition, the Community Center will be offering a special membership promotion to any participants who join the day of the event.

Mason Community EffortsBecause of the number of children and adults who have

been affected by a blood cancer over the past 10 years in the Mason area, LLS has had much fundraising success here. One of the biggest fundraisers is Light The Night, an evening walk where supporters and survivors carry illuminated balloons in honor of, support of, or in memory of their loved ones. This event moved to Mason four years ago and has been growing by leaps and bounds since its arrival. This past fall, it outgrew its original location at the Mason Sports Park and had to move to Mason Municipal Center.

The Honored Teammates of this year’s Race To Anyplace event are, from left, Ken Murawski, Joel Brown, Jennifer Reckers, Maya Collins, Hannah Berryman, Annie Coyle, Vince Hopkins, and Liz Lothrop (not shown). Maya stayed inside to avoid exposure as she recovered from a bone marrow transplant.

The Tri-State chapter’s largest fundraising team was a Mason team, Blazin’ with <3, that raised over $30,000. The schools have done their part as well, spurred on by the num-ber of children in the schools who have been diagnosed over the past few years. In the last three years, Mason High School has raised over $77,000 through the LLS Pasta For Pennies campaign. Last year, the high school’s total of nearly $28,000 earned them 6th place overall in the country! The middle school has also championed the cause, raising over $21,000 since 2009. This school level success shows you the power of kids and how they rally around their peers to do whatever they can to help in times of need.

While these events raise money for LLS, they also help to raise awareness and put faces to blood cancer. Eight mem-bers of the Mason community are the Honored Teammates of this year’s Race To Anyplace event: Maya Collins (3rd grade, diagnosed 4/2011 with AML), Jennifer Reckers (5th grade, diagnosed 1/2002 with ALL), Hannah Berryman (7th grade, diagnosed 12/2002 with ALL), Joel Brown (Junior, diagnosed 6/2008 with ALL), Liz Lothrop (Junior, diagnosed 10/2008 with ALL), Annie Coyle (Senior, diagnosed 3/2006 with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma), Vince Hopkins (diagnosed 10/2005 with follicular lymphoma) and Ken Murawski (diagnosed 7/2005 with AML). All have been diagnosed with a blood cancer and are considered either cured or are currently in remission. Each child hero will share a video of their cancer story at Race, throughout the day, to help remind everyone why the money they’ve raised is so important and to show them that it does truly make a difference. Ken and Vince, our adult heroes, will be riding on their respective teams, showing everyone that cancer hasn’t slowed them down.

While no one wants to hear the word CANCER, Mason fami-lies and friends have stepped up to the occasion by raising money and awareness, and showing their love and support to the many families who have. As a mother who has faced the challenges of childhood cancer with my daughter, Hannah, I am forever grateful.

4 February / March 2012 PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident NR: Non-resident

SPECIAL EVENTSParents' Night Out (Premier Members Only!)Kids Korner

We’ve listened to you!Many Premier members have stated that they prefer the convenience of knowing their child is confirmed for Parents’ Night Out upon registration. In order to accommodate this preference, we are once again taking registrations on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning on Friday, January 20, and we are increasing the number of available spaces from 50 to 75 participants. We ask that each family sign up for only one Parents’ Night Out per month.

Parents—enjoy a night out on the town while your children engage in a night full of fun at Mason Community Center. The evening will consist of a pizza party sponsored by LaRosa's of Mason, group games, swimming, snack time, and meeting new friends. We ask that you please pack a snack, drink, towel, and swimsuit for your child.

The program welcomes children 3 to 12 years of age. Please note that children under 6 will participate in preschool-themed activities during swim time for children ages 6 and up.

Parents' Night Out is available to Premier Members only. Please stop at the Membership Services Desk to upgrade your membership if you would like to take part in this program and the many other benefits of premier membership.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (Premier) ActivityF 2/10 6:00-9:30P 3-12 2/3 Free 233806-01 F 2/24 6:00-9:30P 3-12 2/17 Free 233806-03 F 3/9 6:00-9:30P 3-12 3/2 Free 233806-05 F 3/23 6:00-9:30P 3-12 3/16 Free 233806-07

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Race to Anyplace - Member TeamGymnasiumRace to Anyplace is back!

Join our Members-only team to help raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). LLS is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services. Their mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, and myeloma. They aim to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. The funds raised will support lifesaving blood cancer research—helping patients live better, longer lives.

Compete against other teams for the most mileage or donations. Each participant must sign up for two 15-minute heats and will receive a free short-sleeve technical T-Shirt. Call 513.229.8555 to register.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (Members)Sa 2/18 8:00A-2:00P 18 & up 2/11 $50 for 2 heats

PROTECT: Women's Self DefenseActivity Room APROTECT will teach you the basics of self defense, including home, vehicle, and personal safety. Participate in hands-on training and learn low-level self defense moves with Sgt. Jerome Deidesheimer and Sgt. Jeremy Saylor of the City of Mason Police Department.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTh 2/23 7:00-9:00P 18 & up 2/16 $9 /$10 /$13 /$15 221600-01 Su 3/11 2:00-4:00P 18 & up 3/4 $9 /$10 /$13 /$15 221600-02

THINGS TO DO UNDER $20FEBRUARYDate event Price

2/1 Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure & Body Composition Checks

Free

2/1 New Resident Coffee Free

2/3 Go Red for Women Day Free

2/3 Balance Clinic Free to members

2/6-2/29 ‘Arm’y Boot Camp $14-$24

2/7 Digital Photo 1 $17-$30

2/8-3/28 Bodies in Balance: Water (per class) $9-$15

2/10 Parents’ Night Out (Premier Only) Free


2/15 Cooking Demo Free


2/23 PROTECT: Women’s Self Defense $9-$15


2/25 Meet the Press Free to members


MARCHDate event Price

3/1-3/29 Senior Fitness Training $0-$15

3/7 Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure & Body Composition Checks

Free

3/7 New Resident Coffee Free


3/11 PROTECT: Women’s Self Defense $9-$15

3/14 Grocery Store Walk-Through $0-$20

3/20 eBay Buying $17-$30

3/21 Working with Files $17-$30


3/24 ‘Arm’ed and Dangerous Free to members

3/27 eBay Selling $17-$30

3/28 Working with Word $17-$30

Weekly Little Feet Lunch & Show $6-$11

Any Golf at the Bruin (18 holes) $14-$15

Varies Fitness Center Orientation Free to members

Tu, Th Nutrition Tips Free to members

Sa, Su Parent & Youth Workout Time Free to members

5February / March 2012

Presenting

Powered by SwimAmerica™Mason Community Center is excited to announce an inno-

vative swim lesson program beginning in February. The new Mason Swim Academy is a learn-to-swim program based on a proven lesson program developed by SwimAmerica.

Why Should Your Child Learn to Swim?

There are three basic reasons motivating people to take swim lessons.Safety. Southwest Ohio has a myriad of activities for you and your family that center around water, from neighborhood ponds to the huge Sunlite Pool at Coney Island, from small streams to the big Ohio River, and from backyard or neighbor-hood swimming pools to entire water parks such as The Beach, the new Soak City at Kings Island, and Great Wolf Lodge’s indoor water park. Most parents agree that a primary reason they want their children to know how to swim is for their own safety. Fitness and Health. Americans everywhere are heeding advice to lead healthier lifestyles. Eating right is only part of it—physical activity is also necessary. Swimming has long been recognized as the most complete form of exercise because it has cardiovascular, skeletal, and neuromuscular benefits.opportunity and Fun. A competent swimmer has a wide variety of water activities from which to choose. Activities are not limited to competitive swim events such as racing, diving, water polo, and synchronized swimming. There are also recreational swimming, water skiing, boating, SCUBA div-ing, surfing, sailing, canoeing, fishing, and more. All of these activities are made more enjoyable and less hazardous if you know how to swim and can remove yourself from danger if the unexpected should occur.

SwimAmerica at MasonThe Mason Swim Academy will use a lesson program that was

designed by SwimAmerica™ experts who have coached swim-mers as high as the Olympic competition level. Realizing that both recreational and competitive swimmers all need a basic level of competency, the experts developed a swim program to teach core swim techniques to swimmers of all interests. Over three million people take SwimAmerica lessons each year.

The Mason Swim Academy will divide swimmers into three teaching categories:

Tots (6 to 24 months) and Toddlers (24 to 36 months) – where the goal is to promote a positive response to the water environment. Students will be taught by the parent under the direction of the coach, working toward transitioning to coach-only lessons by the time they are 3 years of age. Teaching will focus on acclimating your infant to the water. Please note that this class does NOT teach your infant or toddler to swim. Supervision of your child will still be necessary around water.

Academy (ages 3 through adult) – the core SwimAmerica program divides the fundamental elements of swimming into ten units known as “stations.” Each station builds upon skills learned at previous stations. Students progress through the stations at their own pace. Advancement criteria have been established to provide the student with clear tests of his or her abilities. Each station serves to motivate the student to achieve beyond his or her own immediate expectations and skills. Those who complete the program can perform six

unique styles of swimming and swim a distance of at least 300 yards without stopping.

In this program, there is no distinction made between “competitive” and “recreational” swimming. Proper techniques of swimming (breathing, body position, movement of the limbs, and timing) have been established as a result of decades of expe-rience and observation. What works best and is enjoyable have been incorporated into the progression through the ten stages.

The Mason ProgramBeginning with the February session, Mason Community

Center will offer learn-to-swim classes through the Mason Swim Academy. At all levels, students will be taught by “coaches” who have been certified in the new lesson format.

For the academy levels, the ten stations on the path to becoming a competent swimmer will include blowing bubbles, floating and gliding, kicking, the crawl stroke, free-style, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly, turns, lifetime strokes, and individual medley. Two SwimAmerica programs have been underway in the Manta Rays program for several years. The implementation of the Mason Swim Academy will allow students to seamlessly progress through all levels of the program and become accomplished swimmers.

Participation in the new learn-to-swim program does not require students to participate on the Manta Rays swim team. A competent swimmer uses the same techniques and skills whether for recreational or competitive swimming. The community center is pleased to now be able to help swimmers develop the same core of competency in children and adults of all interests.

Lessons will be 30 minutes long, once a week. Sessions will run for six to eight weeks during the school year, with one les-son per week. The summer format will change to three, 3-week sessions with two lessons per week.

As in the past, lessons will be available to members and non-members through a tiered fee schedule. Registration will not change—it will be available online or in person. If you wish, you may now enroll your child for more than one lesson per week, though we recommend that the lessons be on dif-ferent days of the week. As your child completes the skills at one station, he or she will progress to the next station even if it is in the middle of a session.

The TransitionDuring the winter swim lesson period (ending in February),

a series of parent meetings will be held to introduce the new program and answer your questions. Coaches will be trained and current students will be evaluated to determine which class they should sign up for in the new Mason Swim Academy.

In order to be placed in the correct level, children new to the program can request a swim placement evaluation. If you would like to sign your child up for the February session and are not currently enrolled, please call the Mason Community Center and make an appointment for a free evaluation.

Mason Swim Academy classes begin on February 27. We want you to be comfortable with the new program and encourage you to call the Mason Community Center if you have questions.

Mason Community Center 513.229.8555


powered by SwimAmerica™Mason Community Center is proud to feature the Mason Swim Academy, presenting learn-to-swim instruction based on a proven lesson program developed by SwimAmerica™. Students will be taught by certified coaches as they progress through ten stations of competency.

The techniques for developing good swimming skills are the same whether your goal is to increase safety around water, enjoy better fitness and health, increase opportunities for recreation, or compete by joining a swim team. The SwimAmerica format was developed by experienced Olympic coaches and is offered in cooperation with the Mason Manta Rays swim team, one of the top swim teams of its size in the country. Let the team’s experience help you or your child become a competent swimmer even if you do not expect to swim competitively.

6 Week ClassesPlease note that classes are 6 weeks long!

You may now sign up for multiple sessions! (We recommend that you choose classes on different days.)

Swim TotsLeisure PoolIn this parent-assisted class, your child will become acclimated to the aquatic environment. Please come prepared to accompany your child in the water.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/27-4/9 10:30-11:00A 6-24mo 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252311-01*W 2/29-4/11 10:30-11:00A 6-24mo 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252311-02*Sa 3/3-4/14 11:00-11:30A 6-24mo 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252311-03**No Class 3/26-3/31

Swim ToddlersLeisure PoolIn this parent-assisted class, your child will become acclimated to the aquatic environment. Please come prepared to accompany your child in the water.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/27-4/9 10:30-11:00A 24-36mo 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252312-01*W 2/29-4/11 10:30-11:00A 24-36mo 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252312-02*Sa 3/3-4/14 11:30A-12:00P 24-36mo 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252312-03**No Class 3/26-3/31

Not sure what level to sign up for?Bring your child for an evaluation and placement session. Please call 513.229.8555, extension 5515 for an appointment.

Swim Academy Level 1Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Three years old.

Working with the instructor, your child will learn to put his or her face in the water, blow bubbles, and float on front and back. Students will advance to the next level when they can do ten relaxed bobs.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/27-4/9 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-01*M 2/27-4/9 10:00-10:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-02*M 2/27-4/9 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-03*M 2/27-4/9 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-04*M 2/27-4/9 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-05*Tu 2/28-4/10 12:15-12:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-06*Tu 2/28-4/10 12:45-1:15P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-07*Tu 2/28-4/10 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-08*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-09*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-10*W 2/29-4/11 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-11*W 2/29-4/11 10:00-10:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-12*W 2/29-4/11 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-13*W 2/29-4/11 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-14*W 2/29-4/11 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-15*Th 3/1-4/12 12:15-12:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-16*Th 3/1-4/12 12:45-1:15P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-17*Th 3/1-4/12 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-18*Th 3/1-4/12 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-19*Th 3/1-4/12 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-20*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:00-9:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-21*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-22*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:00-10:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-23*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252301-24**No Class 3/26-3/31

Swim Academy Level 2Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Have a Mason Swim Academy Level 1 certificate or have the ability to do ten relaxed bobs while blowing bubbles with the mouth and nose.

Your child will learn to glide on front and back in a streamline position. Students will advance when they can push off the wall and glide on their front and back for five seconds in a streamline position.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/27-4/9 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-01*M 2/27-4/9 10:00-10:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-02*M 2/27-4/9 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-03*M 2/27-4/9 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-04*M 2/27-4/9 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-05*Tu 2/28-4/10 12:15-12:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-06*Tu 2/28-4/10 12:45-1:15P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-07*Tu 2/28-4/10 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-08*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-09*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-10*W 2/29-4/11 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-11*W 2/29-4/11 10:00-10:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-12*W 2/29-4/11 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-13*W 2/29-4/11 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-14*W 2/29-4/11 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-15*Th 3/1-4/12 12:15-12:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-16*Th 3/1-4/12 12:45-1:15P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-17*Th 3/1-4/12 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-18*Th 3/1-4/12 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-19*Th 3/1-4/12 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-20*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:00-9:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-21*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-22*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:00-10:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-23*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252302-24**No Class 3/26-3/31


Swim Academy Level 3Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Have a Mason Swim Academy Level 2 certificate or have the ability to do 10 relaxed bobs and push off wall and glide on front and back for five seconds in a streamline position.

Your child will be introduced to streamline kicking on front and back. Students will advance when they can streamline kick on their front and back for 15 feet.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/27-4/9 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-01*M 2/27-4/9 10:00-10:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-02*M 2/27-4/9 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-03*M 2/27-4/9 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-04*M 2/27-4/9 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-05*Tu 2/28-4/10 12:15-12:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-06*Tu 2/28-4/10 12:45-1:15P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-07*Tu 2/28-4/10 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-08*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-09*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-10*W 2/29-4/11 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-11*W 2/29-4/11 10:00-10:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-12*W 2/29-4/11 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-13*W 2/29-4/11 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-14*W 2/29-4/11 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-15*Th 3/1-4/12 12:15-12:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-16*Th 3/1-4/12 12:45-1:15P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-17*Th 3/1-4/12 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-18*Th 3/1-4/12 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-19*Th 3/1-4/12 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-20*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:00-9:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-21*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-22*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:00-10:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-23*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252303-24**No Class 3/26-3/31

Swim Academy Level 4Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Have a Mason Swim Academy Level 3 certificate or have the ability to do 10 relaxed bobs, push off the wall and glide on front and back for 5 seconds, and streamline kick on front and back for 15 feet.

Your child will begin side gliding and the front crawl stroke. Students will advance when they can side glide for 20 feet and front crawl with side breathing for 20 feet.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/27-4/9 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-02*M 2/27-4/9 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-03*M 2/27-4/9 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-04*M 2/27-4/9 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-05*Tu 2/28-4/10 1:15-1:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-07*Tu 2/28-4/10 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-08*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-09*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-10*W 2/29-4/11 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-12*W 2/29-4/11 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-13*W 2/29-4/11 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-14*W 2/29-4/11 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-15*Th 3/1-4/12 1:15-1:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-17*Th 3/1-4/12 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-18*Th 3/1-4/12 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-19*Th 3/1-4/12 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-20*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:00-9:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-21*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-22*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:00-10:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-23*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252304-24**No Class 3/26-3/31

Swim Academy Level 5/6 Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Have a Mason Swim Academy Level 4 certificate or be able to do 10 relaxed bobs, push off the wall and glide on front and back for five seconds, streamline kick on front and back for 15 feet, side glide for 20 feet, and front crawl with side breathing for 20 feet.

Your child will learn the freestyle stroke with rotary breathing and the back stroke. Students may advance to the Mason Swim Academy Stroke School when they can swim 25 yards of proper freestyle with rotary breathing and 25 yards of backstroke with ease.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/27-4/9 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-02*M 2/27-4/9 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-03*M 2/27-4/9 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-04*M 2/27-4/9 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-05*Tu 2/28-4/10 1:15-1:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-07*Tu 2/28-4/10 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-08*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-09*Tu 2/28-4/10 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-10*W 2/29-4/11 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-12*W 2/29-4/11 5:00-5:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-13*W 2/29-4/11 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-14*W 2/29-4/11 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-15*Th 3/1-4/12 1:15-1:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-17*Th 3/1-4/12 5:30-6:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-18*Th 3/1-4/12 6:00-6:30P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-19*Th 3/1-4/12 6:30-7:00P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-20*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:00-9:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-21*Sa 3/3-4/14 9:30-10:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-22*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:00-10:30A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-23*Sa 3/3-4/14 10:30-11:00A 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252305-24**No Class 3/26-3/31

Swim Academy Stroke School Leisure PoolStroke school is for swimmers who intend to learn advanced elements in stroke efficiency in all four stroke types. The stroke school includes the skills taught in Levels 7 and 8 of the SwimAmerica program. Each student must pass Mason Swim Academy Level 5/6 or a proficiency test given by a swim program supervisor. To finish the test successfully, the swimmer should be able to complete 25 yards each of freestyle with rotary breathing and backstroke.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 2/28-4/12 7:00-7:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252306-01**No Class 3/26-3/31

Swim Academy Swim Fit Leisure PoolAfter completing Stroke School, swimmers can move up to Swim Fit, where the focus is on building the swimmer’s strength and endurance in every stroke through drills, multiple laps, and on-deck coaching. Swim Fit allows swimmers to get the feeling of being on a swim team without the competition. If a swimmer desires to be on a swim team like the Manta Rays Swim Team at Mason Community Center, Swim Fit will provide a smooth transition.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 2/28-4/12 7:00-7:45P 3-17 2/20 $46 /$54 /$68 /$81 252307-01**No Class 3/26-3/31

Adult Swim LessonsSee Swim Academy Private and Semi-Private Lessons on page 8 for details.


SWIM TEAM

Manta Ray MastersCompetition PoolImprove your overall fitness, develop better technique, train for a triathlon, swim competitively, or just enjoy the water. Competitions are optional. Swimmers ages 19 and older of all abilities are welcome. Coaches are available during scheduled practices times to help you attain your personal goals. Additional practices may be added, though you are not required to attend all practices.

A Mason Community Center pass is NOT needed to participate in this program.

Day Date Time Age Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM,W,F 2/1-2/29 6:00-7:30A 19 & up $26 /$30 /$38 /$45 552008-02 M,W,F 3/2-3/30 6:00-7:30A 19 & up $26 /$30 /$38 /$45 552008-03

CAMPSLittle FeetActivity Room BTreat your child to a new environment and new activities! This half-day morning program is designed with age-appropriate games and crafts. Your child will engage in activities to promote social and motor skill development while enjoying a new environment and a new theme every week. This is a perfect program for introducing your child to a school-type environment.

Please pack a drink, plenty of snacks, and an extra change of clothes for each day (just in case). Please note that this camp is only for children who are potty trained. Camp will not be held on days when Mason City Schools are not in session.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM-F 2/6-2/10 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 1/30 $59/ $69/ $87/ $104 236514-01 Circus FunM-F 2/13-2/17 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 2/6 $59/ $69/ $87/ $104 236514-02 Be My ValentineTu-F 2/21-2/24 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 2/14 $48/ $56/ $70/ $84 236514-03*Fun at the CarnivalM-Th 2/27-3/1 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 2/20 $48/ $56/ $70/ $84 236514-04*In The SkyM-F 3/5-3/9 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 2/27 $59/ $69/ $87/ $104 236514-05 On The FarmM-F 3/12-3/16 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 3/5 $59/ $69/ $87/ $104 236514-06 Wacky WeatherM-F 3/19-3/23 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 3/12 $59/ $69/ $87/ $104 236514-07 Spring Is Here!*No Class 2/20, 3/2

Little Feet Lunch & ShowActivity Room BParents need a break, too. Take an hour lunch break for yourself while your child relaxes over a lunch brought from home, then watches a movie, enjoys a relaxing activity, or listens to a story. Sign your child up by the week for the lunch out with friends of the same age. Please pack a lunch and a drink each day. Please note that this activity is only for children who are potty trained. Camp will not be held on days when Mason City Schools are not in session.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM-F 2/6-2/10 12:00-1:00P 3-5 1/30 $6/ $7/ $9/ $11 236545-01 M-F 2/13-2/17 12:00-1:00P 3-5 2/6 $6/ $7/ $9/ $11 236545-02 Tu-F 2/21-2/24 12:00-1:00P 3-5 2/14 $5/ $6/ $8/ $9 236545-03*M-Th 2/27-3/1 12:00-1:00P 3-5 2/20 $5/ $6/ $8/ $9 236545-04*M-F 3/5-3/9 12:00-1:00P 3-5 2/27 $6/ $7/ $9/ $11 236545-05 M-F 3/12-3/16 12:00-1:00P 3-5 3/5 $6/ $7/ $9/ $11 236545-06 M-F 3/19-3/23 12:00-1:00P 3-5 3/12 $6/ $7/ $9/ $11 236545-07 *No Class 2/20, 3/2

School's Out Fun DaysActivity Room BOn scheduled break days in the Mason City School District, Mason Community Center offers special programming. Children will participate in exciting activities, including games, arts and crafts, free time, swimming, and more. Take this opportunity for your child to meet new friends and have fun while you have the comfort of knowing where your child will be. Please pack a lunch, two snacks, a swim suit, and a towel each day.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/20 9:00A-4:00P 6-12 2/13 $19 /$22 /$28 /$33 536501-15 F 3/2 9:00A-4:00P 6-12 2/24 $19 /$22 /$28 /$33 536501-23M 3/26 9:00A-4:00P 6-12 3/19 $19 /$22 /$28 /$33 536501-16 Tu 3/27 9:00A-4:00P 6-12 3/20 $19 /$22 /$28 /$33 536501-17 W 3/28 9:00A-4:00P 6-12 3/21 $19 /$22 /$28 /$33 536501-18 Th 3/29 9:00A-4:00P 6-12 3/22 $19 /$22 /$28 /$33 536501-19 F 3/30 9:00A-4:00P 6-12 3/23 $19 /$22 /$28 /$33 536501-20

School's Out Extended HoursActivity Room BIf it's impossible for you to meet the School's Out Fun Days pickup and drop-off times, sign up for our Extended Hours! This program offers both early drop-off and late pickup times. Free time and special programming will be provided. Please pack an extra snack for your camper.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/20 7:30-9:00A 6-12 2/13 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-21M 2/20 4:00-5:30P 6-12 2/13 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-15F 3/2 7:30-9:00A 6-12 2/24 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-15 F 3/2 4:00-5:30P 6-12 2/24 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-21M 3/26 7:30-9:00A 6-12 3/19 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-16 M 3/26 4:00-5:30P 6-12 3/19 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-16Tu 3/27 7:30-9:00A 6-12 3/20 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-17 Tu 3/27 4:00-5:30P 6-12 3/20 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-17W 3/28 7:30-9:00A 6-12 3/21 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-18 W 3/28 4:00-5:30P 6-12 3/21 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-18Th 3/29 7:30-9:00A 6-12 3/22 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-19 Th 3/29 4:00-5:30P 6-12 3/22 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-19F 3/30 7:30-9:00A 6-12 3/23 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-20 F 3/30 4:00-5:30P 6-12 3/23 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-20

Swim Academy Private and Semi-Private LessonsLeisure PoolWe offer lessons for all ages from preschool to seniors!

Whether you are looking for comfort in the water, an increase in stroke technique, added endurance for lap swimming, to become a Manta Ray Master, a supplement to our Mason Swim Academy swim lessons, or tips and techniques for triathlon training, our trained Mason Swim Academy and Manta Ray coaches will customize the lessons to your needs. Please call a Swim Program Supervisor at 513.229.8555, ext. 5515, to sign up or discuss your needs.

Day Age Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)Semi-privateVarious 3 and up $17 /$20 /$25 /$30

9February / March 2012

ENRICHMENTARTS & CRAFTS

Clay for KidsActivity Room BHave fun turning a lump of clay into an animal figure. Explore hand-building techniques using the coil, slab, pinch, and hollow body methods along with the basics of shaping and joining. Then learn how to apply textures like elephant skin, fish scales, and fur before applying glazes to their clay creations. Each session will have an animal theme perfect for the beginner to more advanced student. All supplies, tools, clay, and glazes are included. The clay sculptures will be kiln-fired and ready to pick up seven days after the last class.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 3/13-4/10 5:00-6:00P 6-10 3/6 $47 /$55 /$69 /$83 131100-05

Pre-School Drawing ClassesActivity Room BEach week, your child will develop fine motor skills and focus on listening, staying on task, spatial organization, and patience, all while drawing along with the instructor. All materials are provided. No lessons will be repeated.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 2/29-4/4 6:00-6:45P 4-6 2/22 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 131200-04

Elementary Drawing ClassesActivity Room BIncrease your child's self-confidence and self-esteem through drawing. Young Rembrandts' innovative, step-by-step method can teach any child how to draw—regardless of artistic ability. All materials and brand new subject matter will be provided every week, ranging from animals and landscapes to still lifes—even art history. No lessons will be repeated.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 2/29-4/4 4:45-5:45P 6-12 2/22 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 131202-02

Cartooning DrawingActivity Room BYoung artists will learn to tell a story or joke through the use of funny characters and background scenes in this fun and engaging class. Giggles guaranteed!

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 2/27-4/2 6:00-7:00P 7-13 2/20 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 131210-02

DANCE

Ballroom DancingStudio BCome learn the basics of the Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango and an intro to the Rumba. You will also focus on leading and following, the secret to dancing with a partner. Partners and smooth-soled shoes are required.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 2/1-2/29 7:00-8:00P 18 & up 1/25 $39 /$45 /$57 /$68* 121106-01 *Price is per person.

The HustleStudio BLearn one of the most fun dances ever! Expand your dance skills, and “do the hustle” to a variety of music. Partners and smooth-soled shoes are required.


West Coast SwingStudio BWe’ll start with the basics, then it’s on to fun and unique steps. The best part is—anyone can swing! Partners and smooth-soled shoes are required.


Swing DanceStudio BSwing on in and learn how to adapt this fun and versatile dance for slower or faster music. Swing is great for beginners because the footwork can be used for other dance styles. Partners and smooth-soled shoes are required.


Dancing for WeddingsStudio BYour first dance can be exciting and memorable with a little preparation! Learn the art of leading and following, the secret to dancing with a partner. We suggest you encourage your entire wedding party, family, and friends to attend. Learn to Fox Trot, Waltz, Slow Dance, and Tango. Partners and smooth soled-shoes are required.



TECHNOLOGY

Technology Class Location ChangePlease note: Technology classes are now being held in the Senior Center Lounge

Digital PhotographySenior Center Lounge

Digital Photo 1Learn the many features of a digital camera while defining those strange terms such as megapixels, jpeg, tiff, resolution, optical versus digital zoom, compression, dpi, and compact flash versus secure digital memory. At the end of the course, you will be able to choose a digital camera that fits your needs.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 2/7 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 1/31 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 141418-01

Digital Photo 2This course will cover using the camera features and uploading, printing, and archiving the images. How many images will your memory card store? What does fully automatic mean? How do you control the resolution and depth of field aperture setting? Learn the answers in this class.


Digital Photo 3Learn to adjust the color and contrast, crop and resize the photo, save it in a variety of formats, and manage your database of images.


Digital Photo 4This course will cover digital image manipulations. You will learn color adjustments, cropping, layering, retouching, distortion, blurs, and brush filters. Get the answers to all the questions you have about digital image processing. You must have taken Digital Photo 3 prior to attending this class.


Working with FilesSenior Center LoungeLearn the ins and outs of computer files. At the end of this class, you will understand the purpose of Windows Explorer, understand the relationship between folders and files, and know how to work with them.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 3/21 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 3/14 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 241405-01

Working with WordSenior Center LoungeLearn how to use Microsoft Word and its many functions, including the automatic spell checker, thesaurus, and the grammar correction tool. Word has many features and benefits that you'll enjoy using by the end of this class.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 3/28 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 3/21 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 241410-01

Microsoft Excel BasicsSenior Center LoungeCreate and edit spreadsheets and workbooks as you learn to use and understand formulas, functions, and labels. This class requires a good understanding of Microsoft Explorer and Windows, menus and tool bars, and basic concepts such as file/save, copy/paste, when to left or right click, and how to highlight text.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 2/7-2/28 6:30-8:30P 18 & up 1/31 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 141413-01

Beginning InternetSenior Center LoungeNavigate browsers, web sites, web pages, and search engines while learning how to use the toolbar and functions of a web site. E-mail will also be discussed in depth.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 2/8-2/29 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 2/1 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 141401-02

eBay BuyingSenior Center LoungeLearn how to use your home computer to buy items on eBay. Electronics, cars, clothing, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods, digital cameras, and everything else are available on eBay, the world's online marketplace. Have you been looking for that one-of-a-kind item? Don't miss this informative hands-on class.


eBay SellingSenior Center LoungeLearn how to use your home computer to sell items on eBay. Have fun selling everything quickly and easily. You must have an eBay account and know how to buy on eBay prior to this class.



FITNESS/HEALTHLIVE WELL IN MASON

American Heart MonthMason Community CenterJoin us in recognizing February as American Heart Month. Purchase a heart for $1 and we'll display all the hearts for the month of February at Mason Community Center along the Main Street corridor. All proceeds will go to the American Heart/American Stroke Association. The hearts can be dedicated or remain anonymous. For each heart purchased, you will receive a raffle ticket to win a massage from our in-house partner, TriHealth Pavilion Spa. Hearts can be purchased from the front desk. Give your heart today.

Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure & Body Composition ChecksMeeting RoomAs part of the Know Your Number Series, Live Well in Mason offers free blood pressure and body composition testing the first Wednesday of each month. Sponsored by Wright State nursing students. Stop by to keep a regular check on your numbers.

Day Date Time Age Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)W 2/1 9:00-11:00A All FreeW 3/7 9:00-11:00A All Free

Go Red for Women DayMember LoungeIn honor of Go Red for Women Wear Red Day, join Live Well in Mason by wearing red to show your support for heart disease research and education. Each person wearing red will have an opportunity to enter a raffle for a free Italian dinner at Campioni's Pizzeria.

Day Date TimeF 2/3 8:00A-12:00P

Cooking DemoMeeting RoomJoin Dwight Drake, US Foods Chef, for a sampling of their newest soup flavors. He will also demonstrate how to make a hearty soup at home. Because space is limited, we request that you please register in advance.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 2/15 12:00-1:00P 18 & up 2/8 Free 186401-01

Grocery Store Walk-ThroughRempke Biggs in MasonGroups of 10-15 people will have a personalized grocery store walk-thru. A registered dietitian will take you through the store to look at labels, picking healthy options and talking about smart shopping. We will also have a MyPlate talk and serve a lunch to show your balanced plate.

Program will take place at Rempke Biggs in Mason. Meet in the Main entrance to the store.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 3/14 11:00A-12:30P 18 & up 3/7 $0 /$2 /$20 /$20* 266277-01 W 3/14 12:00-1:30P 18 & up 3/7 $0 /$2 /$20 /$20* 266277-02 *All non-members will receive a day pass for the community center that can be used at a later date.

ASSESSMENTS AND SCREENINGS

Fitness AssessmentsAssessment RoomTake the first step toward better health or more efficiently track your fitness progress by taking baseline fitness tests and consulting with certified staff, and compare yourself to the national norm. Fitness evaluations include resting heart rate, blood pressure, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardio respiratory fitness, and flexibility. Assessments are recommended every 3 to 6 months or at the start of an exercise routine. A full assessment takes approximately one hour. Please wear gym shoes and shorts or comfortable pants. Pick up the form at the Mason Community Center or contact the Wellness Supervisor at 513.229.8555 today to schedule your appointment.

Day Age Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)By Appointment 12 & up FREE* /$30 /$38 /$45*Up to 4 per year.

Fitness Center OrientationsActivity RoomWhether you are new to fitness or returning to the gym after some time off, schedule a free Fitness Center Orientation with one of our Fitness Specialists. Get acclimated to the gym environment during your 30-minute orientation to the circuit weight machines and cardiovascular equipment. You'll also receive a basic workout routine created by a personal trainer. Stop by the Fitness Customer Service Desk to arrange a session today.

Day Age Fee (PRE/BAS)By Appointment 15 & up Free to members

Nutrition TipsMember LoungeRegistered Dietitian Miriam K. Jackobs will be at the center twice a week to answer your nutrition questions. Stop by for some quick and easy tips about proper food planning and nutrition.

Day Time FeeTu,Th 10:45-11:45A Free to members

12 February / March 2012

Fitness TipA fitness tip from Kelly Burchett, Wellness Supervisor at Mason Community Center.

How are you doing on your New Year’s resolutions?

Too often, it’s not long after the New Year’s festivities that most people’s resolutions are just hopes from the past. But it’s never too late to revive them!

I am giving you all a resolution to be healthy this 2012. Don’t let one bad meal or one bad workout define who you are for this brand new year. Put them aside and get right back on track.

Sticking to your resolutions is easier than you might think. Here are some tips for staying on track.

• Plan your weekly workouts. Over the weekend, look at your schedule for the coming week. Find the places where your workout fits, or make room to schedule one. Knowing your plan at the beginning of the week can help you work them in instead of waiting to see if you have time. Most times, people say, “I’ll work out tomorrow” and come Sunday, you look back and realize tomorrow never came. Be proactive! Make a plan and let it guide you through the week.

• Plan your weekly meals. If you are like me, you probably find it easier to stop at the store each day and grab what you need or feel like that day. Plan your meals for the week and you’ll find it’s much cheaper and easier for you. Make baked chicken and sweet potatoes on Monday and use the extra chicken for chicken fajitas on Tuesday. Planning your meals—both lunch and dinner—keeps you on track for your week and gets rid of those pesky grocery runs where you end up buying the candy, ice cream, cookies, or discount baked goods because “you’ve had a rough day.”

• You always have time! There is always time for fitness. Even a mother of 5 working fulltime can fit it in. Watching TV? During each commercial, get up and do 10 squats, push-ups, and lunges, and then hold a plank position until they are over. Once that is easy, increase the number. Or run your stairs or step up on a chair during the whole break to get your heart rate up. If you do have time but don’t know where to start, sign up for a free orientation of the fitness center, try the FitQuest Challenge to set up a workout plan, join a class of your choosing, or purchase a session with a personal trainer. Personal trainers will customize a workout just for you based on your goals. There is a huge fear that every trainer will “kill” you during your workout. We won’t—unless you want it!

• Find a mantra or purpose. You have to want to be healthy or it will never work for you. Find something that inspires you to be the best “you” possible and use that to get you out of bed for that 5:50 a.m. cycling class or to turn left to the gym instead of right to go home. My mantra of the moment comes from Dolvett Quice of NBC’s The Biggest Loser ©, “Hard Work: Dedication - Dedication: Hard Work”

You can do it!! We here at Mason Community Center are your biggest cheerleaders. It’s not until we are healthy that we are truly happy, so what are you waiting for?

Check out the Mason Community Center’s Facebook page for a weekly fitness tip, workout move, and healthy recipe to help you keep your new year’s fitness resolutions.

FITNESS PROGRAMS

Youth Strength & AgilityGymnasium BBecome stronger, quicker, and smarter this off season!

Student athletes: are you looking to be in better shape going into your next sport season or want to continue your fitness after your season is over? Use your off season to work with our skilled trainers to get you ready for your next season. This program will improve your strength, speed, and endurance while helping you prevent injuries that could keep you sidelined the whole season.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 1/31-2/23 6:00-6:45P 10-14 1/24 $25 /$29 /$37 /$44 161802-01Tu,Th 2/28-3/22 6:00-6:45P 10-14 2/21 $25 /$29 /$37 /$44 161802-02

Parent & Youth Workout TimeWeight RoomTen to 14-year-olds: spend some quality time with Mom or Dad by working out in the Fitness Center. This is your chance to come in on the weekends and use the Precor™ cardiovascular equipment, Icarian™ selectorized weight equipment, exercise balls, and medicine balls in the Fitness Center. The Hammer Strength™ equipment will be open for use by 12-14 year olds. Please note the following policies:

• A parent or legal guardian must accompany student(s) at all times.

• Parent & Youth Workout Time is restricted to the Fitness Center only.

• Mason Community Center staff reserves the right to ask for proof of age at any time.

• All Mason Community Center and Fitness Center policies apply.

Day Time Age Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)Sa,Su 2:00-6:00P* 10-14 Free to members*Premier members may enjoy additional hours Sunday from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

TRX Sports PerformanceFitness CenterThe versatility of TRX Suspension Training exercises allows for hundreds of functional exercises to be combined to create unique and challenging training programs that meet the performance enhancement goals of competitive athletes or the dedicated fitness enthusiast looking to break through plateaus. Train and tone your inner athlete with the help of a certified personal trainer.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 2/7-3/27 3:30-4:00P 10 & up 1/31 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 161800-01

‘Arm’y Boot CampFitness CenterIt's never too early to start working on your better body. A certified personal trainer will lead you through a specially designed boot camp that targets those biceps and triceps, all while burning fat. This class works perfectly as a stand-alone class or as a targeted add-on to your current fitness routine. Look for other boot camps in the coming months to help you target your problem areas!

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM,W 2/6-2/29 9:30-10:15A 12 & up 1/30 $14 /$16 /$20 /$24 161600-04


Tread It!Fitness CenterCombine incline and speed intervals on the treadmill with strength training intervals. Tread It! features the benefits of group energy and an instructor who will challenge you, but at the same time, there are no complicated dance steps to learn. Class is limited to 10 participants. A water bottle and towel are required.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 2/7-3/1 12:00-1:00P 12 & up 1/31 $48 /$56 /$70 /$84 161409-01 Tu,Th 3/6-3/27 12:00-1:00P 12 & up 2/28 $48 /$56 /$70 /$84 161409-02

Challenge Your FitnessFitness CenterJoin our monthly fitness challenges to “Challenge Your Fitness”.

Balance ClinicStudio BAre you looking for ways to improve your balance? Come to our free balance clinic! Learn basic balance exercises to help improve your balance. Space is limited so please register.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityF 2/3 11:00-11:45A All 1/27 Free to members 161601-03

Meet the PressFitness CenterMeet the press. The bench press, that is! Come ready to go to the max in our first bench press competition. Please warm up and stretch before your scheduled competition time. All competitors must be at least 15 years old and be a current Community Center member.

Heaviest single rep weight pressed and the most repetitions of 75% body-weight for men and 50% body-weight for women will be crowned the competition winners for the year. Competitors will have two attempts at the maximum single weight competition and the body weight repetitions. Both attempts will be made within 15 minutes. Male, female, and masters division titles will be announced. Sign up at the fitness desk.

Day Date Time Age Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)Sa 2/25 10:00A-12:00P 15 & up Free to members

‘Arm’ed and DangerousFitness CenterCome ready to 'show your guns' at our first Tri and Bi competition. Male, female, and masters division titles will be announced. Compete with other Community Center members for the heaviest single repetition weight bicep curl or tricep press or the 25%-body-weight repetitions. The EZ curl bar will be used for the competition.

Please warm up and stretch before your scheduled competition time. All competitors must be at least 15 years old and be a current Community Center member. Competitors will have two attempts at the maximum single weight competition and the body weight repetitions. Both attempts will be made within 15 minutes. Sign up at the fitness desk.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)Sa 3/24 10:00A-12:00P 15 & up 3/17 Free to members

Bodies in Balance: WaterLeisure PoolBodies in Balance: Water is ideal for those who have arthritis, Parkinsons, fibromyalgia, or any other joint issues that may benefit from water exercise. By using the high resistance and low impact properties of water on your body, you can increase over-all muscle strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility. This is a basic class for those starting an aquatic exercise program. Led by a certified athletic trainer, Bodies in Balance: Water exercises are more rehab-based compared to a traditional Water Fit class. If you are looking for a more medically inclined approach to your water program, this is the class for you.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityFull class seriesW 2/8-3/28 11:00-11:45A 18 & up 2/1 $45 /$52 /$65 /$78 161604-03 Individual ClassW 2/8-3/28 11:00-11:45A 18 & up $9 /$10 /$13 /$15 161604-04

Choosing the Right Group Exercise

ClassesWith nearly one hundred group exercise classes offered

each week at Mason Community Center, it may be a challenge to figure out which classes are right for you. Now there’s help.

Mason Community Center is pleased to offer the free FitQuest Challenge. This new program at the center will help you set your fitness foundation and stay on track with your fitness goals.

First, take our FitQuest Challenge, a 10-minute circuit test. For ten minutes, you will see how many times you can complete the circuit of squats, burpees, bench jumps or step-ups, push-ups, lunges, and crunches. Certified group fitness instructors will demonstrate each of these exercises prior to your test.

After you complete the 10-minute circuit, you will meet with an instructor to have your scores evaluated. You will leave with recommendations for a 4- to 6-week self-guided workout plan that will help you improve your scores. Included in the plan will be recommendations for group fit-ness classes that will help you achieve your goals. Come back for a retest at the end of your plan to see how you improved and get recommendations for the next phase.

The FitQuest Challenge is free to all Mason Community Center members and is appropriate for all fitness levels. For added incentive to stay on your plan, challenge a friend or family member to get their own plan and see who makes the most progress toward a healthier lifestyle!

FitQuest ChallengeMember Lounge

Thursdays – 7:45 p.m.

Fridays – 12:30 p.m.

Saturdays – 10:30 a.m.

Mondays – 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Tuesdays – 7:45 p.m.

Wednesdays – 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.


Yoga is a Total Body Experience

What centuries-old practice can help you increase your flexibility, strength, balance, and sense of peace—even at the most basic levels?

Hatha YogaThe answer is “Hatha Yoga.” Hatha Yoga originated in India

more than 5,000 years ago and has been widely accepted and practiced around the world by men and women of all ages.

“Hatha” refers to any of the physical practices of yoga. It comes from the Sanskrit words “ha,” meaning sun, and “tha,” meaning moon. “Yoga” originated from the Sanskrit word “Yuj,” which means to yoke, or unite.

“Hatha Yoga” refers to all of the varieties of yoga. A direct translation indicates the unity of the sun and moon. On a deeper level, it encompasses universal balance and harmony. In yoga, the goal is to unite or bring ourselves back into bal-ance. It is often said yoga means union of body, breath, mind, and spirit.

The PracticeEach yoga class includes a combination of physical move-

ment and postures, breathing techniques, and some medita-tion to relax and still the mind. Mason Community Center offers a range of yoga classes including gentle yoga, mixed levels, Vinyasa (flow) yoga, yoga flex, and power yoga. While each class has its own emphasis, the basic elements of yoga are incorporated into each format.

If you are new to yoga or prefer a slower paced practice, try Gentle Yoga. For older adults or those with mobility issues, For-ever Fit Yoga was designed to incorporate yoga movements either while seated or using a chair for balance.

For a moderately paced practice, Yoga Mix includes both gentle postures and dynamic flows. Flow (also Vinyasa) Yoga, Yoga Flex, and Sunrise Yoga include more dynamic flows and longer held postures for strength-building. All levels of experi-ence are welcome in these classes.

To add cardio and extra challenge, intermediate to advanced yoga practitioners are encouraged to try Power or Cardio Yoga.

Remember to listen to your body, regardless of your yoga class level. Keep in mind that yoga is an individual practice, not a competition, and practitioners are encouraged to pay attention to how each posture and movement feels and modify accordingly.

BenefitsYoga will help you improve strength, flexibility, and balance.

Practitioners also experience better breathing and improved stress and pain management. Yoga helps tone the body, improves circulation, and offers cardiovascular benefits. The mind begins to notice a sense of presence and inner peace that helps ease reactions to everyday situations, which can lead to better relationships. Both men and women will find yoga a great way to take a break from the day, treat the body, and still the mind.

We encourage you to try it! Please talk with any of the yoga instructors if you have questions or concerns.

When You Join a Yoga ClassSo that you and the entire class can enjoy all the benefits of yoga, our yoga instructors offer these tips:

• Practice yoga on a relatively empty stomach. Try to eat 2 to 3 hours prior to class.

• Check in at the turnstiles and get a pass card for the class. Give this card to your yoga instructor to show that you have been counted for the class and have paid the fee. (Yoga classes are free to Premier and day pass holders, but you’ll still need the card.)

• Plan to arrive at least 5 minutes early. This will allow enough time to set up your mat and any props, such as blocks or straps. You can bring your own or use the ones provided by the community center. Grab a towel, too. You may use this as a “prop” such as an arm extension or eye cover in “shavasana” (final relaxation).

• By arriving early, you will also have time to communicate any medical conditions or injuries to your instructor, who will use this information to help you modify your practice.

• Arriving early also allows time to begin to center yourself. Sit quietly on your mat and begin to focus on your breath, shifting your awareness away from everything around you to your breath. This helps slow the activity in your mind and prepares you for your yoga practice.

• Embrace the quiet! Please remember to silence all cell phones and watches.

• If you do arrive late, please enter the room quietly.

• Remember yoga is a practice, not a performance! Listen to your body. Use caution with new or difficult poses and consider modifications. Stop if you feel any pain.

• “Shavasana” (guided relaxation) is like dessert; it’s best at the end. However, if you have to leave class early, please situate yourself toward the back of the room and depart quietly so others can enjoy this time.

• Enjoy yoga with your teens! Regular group exercise yoga classes are open to participants age 12 and over. Occasionally, yoga programs are offered for younger children.


Bodies in Balance: LandTo Be AnnouncedBodies in Balance: Land is ideal for those who have arthritis, Parkinsons, fibromyalgia, balance issues, or any other joint pain. This is a basic class for those starting an exercise program or for those who want to transition from aquatics exercises to a land-based program. The class is led by a certified athletic trainer and features more rehab-based exercises compared to a traditional fitness class. If you are looking for a medically inclined approach to your fitness program, this is the class for you.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityFull class seriesF 2/17-4/6 11:00-11:45A 18 & up 2/12 $45 /$52 /$65 /$78 161604-05

Senior Fitness TrainingFitness CenterStay strong with a senior workout program that is perfect for all fitness levels. Join us in a circuit program designed each week by a certified personal trainer and run by a fitness specialist. Circuit training is a great way to get maximum results in minimum time. It is one of the best methods of exercising because it provides all-around fitness, tone, and strength. Join us in the Fitness Center!

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTh 3/1-3/29 5:00-5:45P 55 & up 2/23 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 161603-09 F 3/2-3/30 11:00-11:45A 55 & up 2/24 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 161603-11

PERSONAL TRAINING

Clinical Exercise ProgramFitness CenterClinical exercise Program Helps You Get Back to Fitness

Are you ready to go to the gym, but there’s an ache or pain preventing you from doing so? Maybe it’s linger-ing issues with an old injury or something that’s been an annoyance for a while. Perhaps you are hesitating because you’re not sure whether exercise will help it or make it worse. The solution may be a more medically-based workout program through the Mason Community Center’s clinical exercise program.

This program pairs you with a certified athletic trainer from TriHealth. The athletic trainer will work with you to design a personalized exercise program to ensure your safe return to exercise and activity. All you need is a referral from your physician describing the issue and releasing you to exercise. The certified athletic trainer will then meet with you to discuss your medical condi-tions and design a program focused on your specific needs. The Community Center offers a variety of facili-ties to help you on your wellness journey, ranging from equipment in the fitness center to the track and warm water therapy pool.

To learn more, please ask to see the Wellness Supervi-sor on one of your visits to the center, or call the Well-ness Supervisor at 513.229.8555.

Session Package Fee (Premier/ Basic/ Non-Member)1 Session $51 $60 $904 Sessions $125 $146 $2198 Sessions $238 $280 $420

Personal Training Activity Room

Need a little extra motivation and accountability?

Not getting results?

Crunched for time?

Want to improve your appearance?

Hope to improve your athletic performance?

Want better health?

Need to reduce stress?

If you answered yes to any of these items, you can benefit from personal training. Take the guesswork out of your workout and maximize your effort with the help of a Certified Personal Trainer. Our certified personal trainers will assess your current fitness level and coach you through an effective exercise program tailored to fit your needs. Mason Community Center offers a variety of training packages to match your goals. Stop by the Customer Service desk for more information or call 513.229.8555 to get started!

30-Minute Personal Training PackagesIndividual Premier Basic Non-MemberOne 30-Minute Session: $30 $35 $53Six 30-Minute Sessions: $162 $190Twelve 30-Minute Sessions: $316 $371

Partner Premier Basic Non-MemberOne 30-Minute Session: $45 $52 $78Six 30-Minute Sessions: $243 $285Twelve 30-Minute Sessions: $475 $558

1-Hour Personal Training PackagesIndividual Premier Basic Non-MemberOne 1-Hour Session: $50 $58 $87Six 1-Hour Sessions: $270 $317Twelve 1-Hour Sessions: $528 $621

Partner Premier Basic Non-MemberOne 1-Hour Session: $75 $88 $132Six 1-Hour Sessions: $405 $476Twelve 1-Hour Sessions: $792 $931

Small Group Training30 Minutes Premier Basic Non-Member3 Participants $17 $20 $304 Participants $13 $15 $23

1 Hour Premier Basic Non-Member3 Participants $34 $39 $594 Participants $25 $29 $44

Ask about our large group training or private group exercise classes.


SPORTSGOLF

Swing Into SeriesCommunity CenterAttention golfers! Let the experts at Mason Community Center help keep you fit during the off-season so you can hit the course injury-free in the spring. This eight-week, program will include a pre-scheduled fitness assessment*, bi-weekly group training sessions that will help you gain the strength and flexibility you need to stay in shape during your off season and help to improve your scores on the course, and a nutrition consultation at the beginning and end of the series. Sign up today and Swing into Fitness. A personal trainer will contact you to schedule your fitness assessment.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM,W 2/6-2/29 6:00-6:45P 18 & up 1/30 $118 /$138 /$173 /$207 161205-01 M,W 3/5-3/28 5:30-6:30P 18 & up 2/29 $118 /$138 /$173 /$207 161205-02 *Additional fees may apply depending on membership status.

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Spring Golf Tip A tip from Andy Horn, golf pro at the Golf Center at Kings Island

One of the best tips I can give to start the golfing season is to work on your short game. We all will be a little wild off the tee right now, but if you can get up and down a few more times, you will keep that score down.

This time of year, I work really hard on my pitch and roll. I will take my 8 or 7 iron out to the putting green and try to chip balls across the green as low as possible. My key thought is, “every chip is a putt.” If I can get that ball to roll low and true, I will chip a few in and get up and down on most greens that I miss.

Work on keeping your golf ball low and see that chip look like a putt going into the hole.

Good luck and practice that short game!

GYMNASTICS

GymnasticsMultipurpose RoomThe City of Mason is pleased to offer state-of-the-art facilities for gymnastics programs. The 8,200 square foot gymnastics area is complete with tumbling tracks, a table vault, and a Resi-Pit-lined gymnastics pit. Students are able to participate recreationally or move on to the competition level with the Mason Community Center’s own Mason Twisters. Make-up classes will be scheduled only if the facility is closed for weather or maintenance, or if class is cancelled due to instructor illness. The make-up class will be on the corresponding day of the week after the last scheduled class.

Mom and MeThis parent and child class will help develop your child's basic motor skills through jumping, skipping, hopping, running, and rolling. You will use beams, wedges, and mats to engage your child through structured play.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 3/5-4/30 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 2/27 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-08*Tu 3/6-5/1 10:30-11:00A 18mo-3yr 2/28 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-09*W 3/7-5/2 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 2/29 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-10*F 3/9-5/11 9:45-10:15A 18mo-3yr 3/2 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-12*Sa 3/10-5/12 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 3/3 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-13**No Class 3/26-3/30, 4/6-4/7


Tiny TumblersDesigned just for 3 year olds, your child will learn to follow directions without the assistance of a parent and focus on basic gymnastics skills such as forward rolls, backward rolls, headstands, and backbends. He or she will also work on circuit training and be introduced to the vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and the floor.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 3/5-4/30 10:30-11:15A 3 2/27 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-08*Tu 3/6-5/1 11:00-11:45A 3 2/28 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-09*W 3/7-5/2 4:15-5:00P 3 2/29 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-10*Th 3/8-5/3 4:00-4:45P 3 3/1 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-12*F 3/9-5/11 11:15A-12:00P 3 3/2 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-13*Sa 3/10-5/12 10:30-11:15A 3 3/3 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-14**No Class 3/26-3/30, 4/6-4/7

Jumping JacksYour child will improve gross motor skills, flexibility, and coordination through circuit training, and will have the opportunity to put the skills together to form a small routine. He or she will also be introduced to the vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 3/7-5/2 10:30-11:30A 4-5 2/29 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-08* W 3/7-5/2 5:00-6:00P 4-5 2/29 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-09*Th 3/8-5/3 6:00-7:00P 4-5 3/1 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-11*F 3/9-5/11 10:15-11:15A 4-5 3/2 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-12*Sa 3/10-5/12 11:15A-12:15P 4-5 3/3 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-13**No Class 3/26-3/30, 4/6-4/7

Sassy Sixes and SevensStudents will work on gymnastics drills, conditioning, and routines similar to those introduced in the Beginners and Advanced Beginners classes and continue to improve on basic gymnastic skills, flexibility, and strength.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 3/6-5/1 5:00-6:00P 6-7 2/28 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132371-10*W 3/7-5/2 7:15-8:15P 6-7 2/29 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132371-11*Th 3/8-5/3 5:00-6:00P 6-7 3/1 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132371-12*Sa 3/10-5/12 12:15-1:15P 6-7 3/3 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132371-13**No Class 3/26-3/30, 4/6-4/7

BeginnersIntroduce your child to the world of gymnastics. Students will learn basic gymnastics skills on the floor, uneven bars, balance beam, and vault. Your child will then learn to put the skills together to form a routine. Conditioning and flexibility are also introduced at this level.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 3/6-5/1 6:00-7:00P 8-17 2/28 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132384-03* Th 3/8-5/3 7:00-8:00P 8-17 3/1 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132384-04* *No Class 3/26-3/30

Advanced BeginnersStudents in this class have some gymnastics experience and have mastered the basic Beginner skills. They should be able to perform all Beginner routines. This class will provide a greater challenge to students on the floor, uneven bars, balance beam, and vault.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 3/7-5/2 6:00-7:15P 8-17 2/29 $88 /$103 /$129 /$155 132381-03* *No Class 3/28

MARTIAL ARTS

Tae Kwon DoGymnasiumThe whole family can learn Tae Kwon Do, a Korean martial art that specializes in kicking skills. I.K. Kim Tae Kwon Do Centers teach traditional martial arts, focusing on the development of students as martial artists and emphasizing overall self improvement, self control, and discipline as well as physical fitness, self-defense, balance, flexibility, and strength. Parents of all children under the age of 13 must remain in the gymnasium during class.

Tiny TigersThis is an age-specific curriculum designed to enhance your child's mental and physical development in a fun, positive, and motivating way while learning basic Tae Kwon Do techniques. Children advance at their own pace and earn colored belts through rank promotion testing.

All participants under the age of 13 must have a parent on site as a spectator.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTh 2/2-2/23 10:00-10:30A 3 1/26 $24 /$30 /$35 /$40 211102-03 Th 3/1-3/22 10:00-10:30A 3 2/23 $24 /$30 /$35 /$40 211102-04

BeginnerNo previous experience is necessary for this class. Adults, teens, and children will train together in a family-oriented program.

All participants under the age of 13 must have a parent on site as a spectator.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 1/31-2/23 6:30-7:30P 5 & up 1/24 $39 /$45 /$55 /$60 211100-01 Tu,Th 3/6-3/29 6:30-7:30P 5 & up 2/28 $39 /$45 /$55 /$60 211100-02*

TRACK

Youth Running ClubCommunity CenterThis successful outdoor running program will teach your child the basic techniques for a fulfilling lifetime hobby. The City of Mason is hosting this coed program designed to develop teamwork, self-discipline, sportsmanship, and goal achievement through running. All participants will train to complete a 10K run. Beginners to advanced runners are encouraged to participate. Each participant will receive a goal-specific training plan and running journal. Sessions will be outdoors except in the case of severe weather.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM,W 2/6-3/14 4:00-5:15P 9-14 1/30 $67 /$78 /$98 /$117 136540-01 M,W 3/26-5/2 4:00-5:15P 9-14 3/19 $67 /$78 /$98 /$117 136540-02

Presented By i. k. kim Tae kwon Do


Girls on the RunMeeting RoomsGirls on the Run (GOTR) is a national running/walking program that helps pre-teen girls have fun with fitness while boosting their self-esteem. Each hour lesson combines fun games and activities that reinforce life skills such as leadership, cooperation, listening, and goal setting as they train to complete a 3.1 mile (5K) race. All girls will participate in uplifting lessons, receive New Balance running shoes, a GOTR T-shirt, healthy snacks after every lesson, a water bottle, an inspiration journal, registration for the 5K race, a finisher's medal, and much more! The final 5k race will be on Saturday, May 12, 2012.

Day Date Time Grade Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 2/14-5/10 4:15-5:15P 3-5 2/7 $150 /$158 /$166 /$175 236522-01

Race to Anyplace Mason Community Center members! Join us in the second annual Race to Anyplace to help raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. See page 4 for details.

Half Marathon TrainingMason Community CenterAre you ready for your spring distance run? Whether this is your first attempt or you are looking for more structured distance training, we will train you for a local half marathon (13.1 miles). Follow our coaches and make it to the finish line with a smile on your face and a tremendous sense of accomplishment. This 8-week program offers two group runs per week.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 3/6-4/26 10:00-11:30A 18 & up 2/28 $98 /$115 /$144 /$173 136531-02

You don’t have to be a Mason Community Center member to take advantage of one of our incredible party packages. For more details, please call 513.229.8555.

Imagine Party Package is designed for up to 12 guests and includes: •partyattendant •icecreamanddrinks •3largepizzas •cake(additional charge) •paperproducts •downloadablepartyinvitations •T-shirtfortheguestofhonor •poolpartiesorgymparties •2hoursofpartyfun

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Maintaining Winter TrainingA tip from Paul Heintz, owner of Mojo Running. Visit Mojo Running’s kiosk in the Symbiosis store at Mason Community Center or the main Mojo Running store in West Chester.

Marathon training is hard enough, and winter months add another level of difficulty. Mileage is no longer your only concern; there is the weather, daylight, and a number of other factors to take into account. Here are some tips for running through the winter. Get most of them right and you won’t miss a beat when spring race season arrives!

Balancing Indoor and Outdoor TrainingWith shortened daylight hours and iffy weather, there is a strong temptation to fire up your gym membership and start logging treadmill miles. While running indoors is typically safer, it’s also not as dynamic or as challenging as running on the open road.

Find your ideal mix by planning a minimum of two outdoor runs a week. These should be your long run and your recovery run, due to the minimal intensity involved.

Your long run needs to be done outside unless you live in extreme weather conditions. No cutting corners here. Try running midday and use the early morning for a core or flexibility session. In the winter you and your shoes will need a longer warm up. Be patient and let your body get into a groove.

When and How To Use the TreadmillIf your long runs and recovery runs are outside, move your track/interval training to the treadmill. Sure it’s mentally harder, but you’ll be guaranteed to run at speed without obstacles like ice or slush. Here are a few tips to make the most out of your treadmill time:

• Train with pace, not heart rate: Without external factors such as hills and wind, your heart rate will be lower on a treadmill. Following a heart rate only plan will result in running harder than you might have otherwise done.

• Run with at least 1% incline: Running with no grade is similar to running on a slight downward slope. Kick it up to a minimum of one percent to mimic your normal running style. As you gain strength and fitness, consider bumping up your incline.

• Change is good: Running in a one directional plane with zero elevation change stresses the same muscles the same way the whole time, every time. Counteract this muscular complacency by manipulating the grade periodically and change the pace to stimulate different muscle groups during your run.

Hydration and FuelingDespite the colder temperatures, your hydration needs are much the same. You may not feel the outward signs of your work (sweat and salt), but you still need proper hydration.

Eat and drink on your winter runs--especially the long ones--just as you would in warmer weather. This will take discipline, so be ready. A well-fueled run is the first step to proper recovery and in some cases means the difference between recovering smartly or binge eating following your run. On really cold days, be sure to keep your fluids under your outer layer so they don’t freeze.

Lastly, find a running partner or running group for motivation. For more information on how to run through the winter or running groups head over to Mojo Running.

Take charge of your healthThis is the year to live up to your resolutions. We can help.Mason Community Center is much more than a fitness center. The climbing wall, exergaming, drop-in group exercise classes, and unique programs are just some of the fun, fresh ways to keep you motivated this year. Or push your workout into overdrive with a personal training session. Be a member and get fit this year. Get here.

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