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June / July 2012

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Indoor and Outdoor Swim LessonsGreat Mason ChaseSunshine Concert Series

Summer Fun and Fitness

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Mason, Ohio: rated 24th BEST PLACE TO LIVE by Money magazine 2011

contentsINFANTS & TODDLERSSWIM ACADEMY Indoor/Outdoor Lessons .................... 4SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 16

PRESCHOOL (3 – 4 years)SWIM ACADEMY Indoor/Outdoor Lessons .................... 4CAMPS Camp Lunch Packages ....................... 6ENRICHMENT Time to Talk ....................................... 8SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 16 Tennis .............................................. 17

YOUTH (5 – 12 years)SWIM ACADEMY Indoor/Outdoor Lessons .................... 4CAMPS Camp Lunch Packages ....................... 6 Sewing Camp .................................... 7ENRICHMENT Drawing ............................................ 7FITNESS AND HEALTH Fitness Programs ............................. 13

SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 16 Martial Arts ..................................... 17 Tennis .............................................. 17 Hershey’s Track & Field .................... 18

TEEN (13 – 17 years)SWIM ACADEMY Indoor/Outdoor Lessons .................... 4CAMPS Camp Lunch Packages ....................... 6FITNESS AND HEALTH Assessments and Screenings ........... 12 Fitness Programs ............................. 13SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 16 Martial Arts ..................................... 17 Tennis .............................................. 17 Hershey’s Track & Field .................... 18

ADULT (18+ years)SWIM ACADEMY Indoor/Outdoor Lessons .................... 5 Swim Team ........................................ 6ENRICHMENT Personal Development ...................... 8 Technology Classes ............................ 9 Dance .............................................. 10

FITNESS AND HEALTH Live Well in Mason ........................... 10 Assessments and Screenings ........... 12 Fitness Programs ............................. 13 Personal Training ............................. 15SPORTS Martial Arts ..................................... 17 Tennis .............................................. 18

FAMILYSPECIAL EVENTS New Resident Coffee ......................... 3 Moonlight Fishing ............................. 3 Parents’ Night Out ............................. 3 Sunshine Concert Series .................... 3 Family Adventure Night ..................... 3 Family Fun Day .................................. 6FITNESS AND HEALTH Live Well in Mason events ............... 10 Great Mason Chase .......................... 10

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 May 18, 8 a.m. Walk-in, online, or by phone.

Open Registration: May 21, 8 a.m. Walk-in, online, or by phoneLocation: Mason Community Center www.imaginemason.org • 513.229.8555

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.

On THe COVeR: Sydney Riley runs against a resistance band to build speed. For summer fitness fun for teens and tweens, check out our summer camps at www.imaginemason.org. Photo by Colleen Kelley

Indoor/Outdoor Swim Lesson RegistrationSession 1: 6/11-6/28 Session 2: 7/9-7/26 Session 3: 7/30-8/16Premier: May 18 Premier: June 15 Premier: July 13Open: May 21 Open: June 18 Open: July 16Deadline: June 4 Deadline: July 2 Deadline: July 23

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

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

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

Holiday HoursMemorial day* 6 a.m. – 12 p.m.Independence day* 6 a.m. – 12 p.m.

*Limited facility access. The fitness center, gymnasium, track, and locker rooms will be open. All other areas of the facility will be closed and regularly scheduled drop-in group exercise programs are cancelled.

3June / July 2012To register, see page 2.

Sunshine Concert SeriesIt’s back! The annual Sunshine Concert Series is back in action this summer with an amazing lineup. Every Sunday from July 15 through August 19, enjoy a free musical performance under the evening sun. Each concert will begin at 6 p.m. and every intermission will feature a 15-minute Zumba class with Mason Community Center instructors. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and bring the family to enjoy the sounds and activities on these special evenings. The location will be announced at www.imaginemason.org or call 513.229.8555.

Day Time Age FeeSu 6:00-8:00P All Free

July 15 My Sister Sarah (90s Top 40) July 22 Midnight Special (70s & 80s) July 29 Ground Floor (70s) August 5 Aftermath (60s Experience) August 12 Parrots of the Caribbean (Jimmy Buffett Tribute) August 19 JAB sponsored by Great Mason Chase

Family Adventure NightCorwin M. Nixon ParkFamilies that play together stay together! Can you win it in a minute or be the fastest through our obstacle course? What about winning a 3-legged race? Come out and play on July 22 for a Family Field Day to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month. You’ll enjoy fun-filled family activities that promote teamwork, being active, and good old-fashioned fun. Then stay for a concert in the park featuring Midnight Special starting at 6 p.m.

Day Date Time Age Fee (PRE) S 7/22 4:00-6:00P All Free

Massages now available at Mason Community Center through TriHealth Pavilion Spa Services.

To schedule, call 513 229 8555.

SPECIAL EVENTSMoonlight FishingPine Hill Lakes ParkEnjoy fishing at the park after dark! Fishing will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday and will continue until 7:30 a.m. on Saturday. All participants 10 years and older must have a current 2012 City of Mason fishing pass.

Day Date Time Age Fee (PRE)F,Sa 6/1-6/2 6:00P-7:30A All FreeF,Sa 7/13-7/14 6:00P-7:30A All Free

F,Sa 8/3-8/4 6:00P-7:30A All Free

Sa,Su 9/8-9/9 6:00P-7:30A All Free

New Resident CoffeeMeeting RoomNew to the area? Meet other new residents and learn more about the area at the monthly new resident coffee. Residents who recently moved to the City of Mason or the Mason City School District are invited. The coffee is hosted by Community Basket and is sponsored by the City of Mason and the Northeast Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce. Refreshments will be provided and tours of the Community Center will be included. Those in attendance will also receive a one-day family pass to the Community Center. Children are welcome.

Day Date Time Age FeeW 6/6 10:30-11:30A All Free

Parents' Night Out (Premier Members Only!)Kids KornerParents, 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 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. To allow all Premier families to enjoy this activity, we ask that each family sign up for only one Parents' Night Out per month.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE) ActivityF 6/8 6:00-9:30P 3-12 6/1 Free 433806-01 F 6/22 6:00-9:30P 3-12 6/15 Free 433806-02 F 7/13 6:00-9:30P 3-12 7/6 Free 433806-03 F 7/27 6:00-9:30P 3-12 7/20 Free 433806-04

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

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.

Group swim lessons are for children 3 to 17 years old. Adults interested in swim lessons are invited to register for private or semi-private swim lessons.

SUMMER SESSION Six sessions in just 3 weeks! To help you work around summer vacation schedules, sessions last just 3 weeks and meet two days each week.

Swim TotsIn this parent-assisted class, your 6- to 23-month old child will become acclimated to the aquatic environment. Children in diapers must wear swim diapers or securely fitted pants. Please come prepared to accompany your child in the water.

Indoor lessons activity number Session 1: 452311 Session 2: 452331 Session 3: 452351fee (PRe/BAS/MR/nR): $46 /$54 /$68 /$81

Swim ToddlersIn this parent-assisted class, your 24- to 36-month old toddler will become acclimated to the aquatic environment. Children in diapers must wear swim diapers or securely fitted pants. Please come prepared to accompany your child in the water.

Indoor lessons activity number Session 1: 452312 Session 2: 452332 Session 3: 452352fee (PRe/BAS/MR/nR): $46 /$54 /$68 /$81

Swim Academy Level 1 with ParentSome children need a little extra reassurance when first introduced to swim lessons. This parent/child class will do just that. Working with the coach, you will assist your child in learning the Swim Academy Level 1 skills. With your help, your child will learn to put his or her face in the water, blow bubbles, and float on front and back. Class is geared toward slowly acclimating your child to the aquatic environment without parental assistance. Please come prepared to accompany your child in the water.

Indoor lessons activity number Session 1: 452320 Session 2: 452340 Session 3: 452360Outdoor lessons activity number Session 1: 452420 Session 2: 452440 Session 3: 452460fee (PRe/BAS/MR/nR): $46 /$54 /$68 /$81

Swim Academy Level 1Prerequisite: Three years old.

Working with the coach, 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.


Swim Academy Level 2Prerequisite: 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.


Swim Academy Level 3Prerequisite: Have a Mason Swim Academy Level 2 certificate or have the ability to do 10 relaxed bobs and push off the 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.


Swim Academy Level 4Prerequisite: 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.


Swim Academy Level 5/6Prerequisite: 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.



To register, select the 6-number activity number associated with your level (see descriptions on page 4) and the corresponding 2-number section number below for the day and time of your choice. If signing your child up for multiple sessions, we recommend you choose classes on different days. For descriptions of levels 1 through 5/6, see page 4. Please note that summer sessions are twice a week for 3 weeks each.

Indoor/Outdoor Swim Lesson Registration

Session 1: 6/11-6/28 Session 2: 7/9-7/26 Session 3: 7/30-8/16

Premier: May 18 Premier: June 15 Premier: July 13

Open: May 21 Open: June 18 Open: July 16

Deadline: June 4 Deadline: July 2 Deadline: July 23

Private and Semi-Private Swim LessonsWe offer lessons for all ages, from preschool to seniors!

Whether you’re looking for comfort in the water, improved stroke technique and water skills, added endurance for lap swimming, to become a Masters’ swimmer, a supplement to Mason Swim Academy lessons, or tips and techniques for triathlon training, our trained Mason Swim Academy and Manta Ray coaches will customize lessons to suit your needs. Semi-private lessons are set up for 2 or more participants to one instructor. A private lesson is a one-on-one with an instructor. Both are sold in groups of four lessons. Please call a Swim Program Supervisor at 513.229.8555, extension 5510, to register.

Age Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)Semi-Private (4 session package)3 & up $17 /$20 /$25 /$30*Private (4 session package)3 & up $100 /$100 /$125 /$125**Per Participant

Adaptive Swim LessonsAdaptive Aquatics is a Learn-to Swim program designed for children and adults requiring special assistance. Qualified staff will help participants enhance their swimming ability and comfort level. These lessons will be held in a private lesson format.

Day Age Fee(4 session package)

Various 3 & up $100 /$100 /$125 /$125*Per Participant

Day Date Tots Toddlers L1+ L1 L2 L3 L4 L5/6

M,W 9:30-10:00A 01 01 01 01 01

M,W 10:00-10:30A 01 02 02 02 02 02

M,W 10:30-11:00A 01 01 03 03 03 03 03

M,W 5:00-5:30P 04 04 04 04 04

M,W 5:30-6:00P 02 05 05 05 05 05

M,W 6:00-6:30P 06 06 06 06 06

Tu,Th 12:45-1:15P 07 07 07 07 07

Tu,Th 1:15-1:45P 03 08 08 08 08 08

Tu,Th 1:45-2:15P 09 09 09 09 09

Tu,Th 5:30-6:00P 02 02 10 10 10 10 10

Tu,Th 6:00-6:30P 04 11 11 11 11 11

Tu,Th 6:30-7:00P 12 12 12 12 12

Day Date L1+ L1 L2 L3 L4 L5/6

M,W 10:00-10:30A 01 01 01 01

M,W 10:30-11:00A 02 02 02 02

M,W 11:00-11:30A 01 03 03 03 03

M,W 11:30A-12:00P 04 04 04 04 01

M,W 12:00-12:30P 02

Tu,Th 10:00-10:30A 05 05 05 05

Tu,Th 10:30-11:00A 06 06 06 06

Tu,Th 11:00-11:30A 02 07 07 07 07

Tu,Th 11:30A-12:00P 08 08 08 08 01

Tu,Th 12:00-12:30P 02

INDOOR LESSONS: LEISuRE POOL

OuTDOOR LESSONS: LOu EvES MuNICIPAL POOL

Program Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Swim Tots (Tots) 452311 452331 452351

Swim Toddlers (Toddlers) 452312 452332 452352

Level 1 with Parent (L1+) 452320 452340 452360

Level 1 (L1) 452321 452341 452361

Level 2 (L2) 452322 452342 452362

Level 3 (L3) 452323 452343 452363

Level 4 (L4) 452324 452344 452364

Level 5/6 (L5/6) 452325 452345 452365

INDOOR SWIM LESSONSProgram Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Level 1 with Parent (L1+) 452420 452440 452460

Level 1 (L1) 452421 452441 452461

Level 2 (L2) 452422 452442 452462

Level 3 (L3) 452423 452443 452463

Level 4 (L4) 452424 452444 452464

Level 5/6 (L5/6) 452425 452445 452465

OuTDOOR SWIM LESSONS

Not sure what level to sign up for?New to the Mason Swim Academy? Please call 513.229.8555, extension 5510, to make an appointment for a free evaluation and placement session before registering. Placement in the correct level will help insure your swimmer’s success in the program.


Swim Academy Stroke SchoolCompetition Pool (Indoor Lessons Only)Prerequisite: Have a Mason Swim Academy Level 5/6 certificate or complete a proficiency test given by a swim program supervisor. The proficiency test includes the ability to complete 25 yards each of freestyle with rotary breathing and backstroke.

Stroke school is for swimmers who intend to learn advanced elements and stroke efficiency in all four stroke types. The stroke school includes the skills taught in Levels 7 and 8 of the Mason Swim Academy.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM,W 6/11-6/27 7:00-7:45P 3-17 6/4 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452326-01 Tu,Th 6/12-6/28 4:30-5:15P 3-17 6/4 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452326-02 M,W 7/9-7/25 7:00-7:45P 3-17 7/2 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452346-01 Tu,Th 7/10-7/26 4:30-5:15P 3-17 7/2 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452346-02 M,W 7/30-8/15 7:00-7:45P 3-17 7/23 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452366-01 Tu,Th 7/31-8/16 4:30-5:15P 3-17 7/23 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452366-02

Swim Academy SwimFitCompetition Pool (Indoor Lessons Only)Prerequisite: Have a Mason Swim Academy Level 5/6 certificate or complete a proficiency test given by a swim program supervisor. The proficiency test includes the ability to complete 25 yards each of freestyle with rotary breathing, backstroke, breast stroke, and butterfly.

After 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, SwimFit will provide a smooth transition.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM,W 6/11-6/27 7:00-7:45P 3-17 6/4 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452327-01 Tu,Th 6/12-6/28 4:30-5:15P 3-17 6/4 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452327-02 M,W 7/9-7/25 7:00-7:45P 3-17 7/2 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452347-01 Tu,Th 7/10-7/26 4:30-5:15P 3-17 7/2 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452347-02 M,W 7/30-8/15 7:00-7:45P 3-17 7/23 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452367-01 Tu,Th 7/31-8/16 4:30-5:15P 3-17 7/23 $92 /$108 /$135 /$162 452367-02

SPECIAL EvENTS

Outdoor Family Fun DayLou Eves Municipal PoolDaily admissions apply

Free to Lou Eves Municipal Pool pass holders and Premier Members

Bring the family to try out the water slide or just hang out in the zero depth area. Look for some new and exciting activities at the pool on these special days.

Day Date Time AgeSa 6/30 1:00-4:00P All Sa 7/28 1:00-4:00P All Sa 8/25 1:00-4:00P All

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 Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 a.m. and 8:15 to 9:30 p.m., and Fridays from 6 to 7:30 a.m. Additional practice times are available Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and Sundays from 7 to 8:30 a.m. and 4 to 5:30 p.m., without a coach present. 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) ActivityVaries 6/1-6/29 Varies 19 & up $10 /$25 /$38 /$45 552008-06* Varies 7/2-7/30 Varies 19 & up $10 /$25 /$38 /$45 552008-07**You may join at any time in the month by paying the monthly fee in full.

CAMPSSign Up for Summer Camps!Registration is going on now for our popular summer camp programs! visit us online at www.imaginemason.org and click on the “Community Center” tab on the bottom right for a link to our summer camp listings. Don’t miss out, register today!

Camp Lunch PackagesMeet Me on Main CaféShort on time? Each day at camp your child can enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by Mason Community Center's Meet Me on Main Café. Each meal will be delivered to your child and will contain the featured items as well as chips, a juice box, and a small cookie. Lunches on Wednesday and Thursday are specially made to stay fresh during field trips.

Weekly Menu Monday: hot dog & applesauce Tuesday: cheeseburger & jello Wednesday: peanut butter and jelly sandwich & pudding Thursday: ham and cheese sandwich & banana friday: mini corn dogs & apple

Day Date Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM,Tu,W,Th, or F 6/11-6/15 6/10 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-01 M,Tu,W,Th, or F 6/18-6/22 6/17 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-02 M,Tu,W,Th, or F 6/25-6/29 6/24 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-03 M,Tu,Th, or F 7/2-7/6 7/1 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-04*M,Tu,W,Th, or F 7/9-7/13 7/8 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-05 M,Tu,W,Th, or F 7/16-7/20 7/15 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-06 M,Tu,W,Th, or F 7/23-7/27 7/22 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-07 M,Tu,W,Th, or F 7/30-8/3 7/29 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-08 M,Tu,W,Th, or F 8/6-8/10 8/5 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-09 M,Tu,W,Th, or F 8/13-8/17 8/12 $5/ $5/ $6/ $7** 236539-10 *No Class 7/4 **Fee is per day.


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 Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 a.m. and 8:15 to 9:30 p.m., and Fridays from 6 to 7:30 a.m. Additional practice times are available Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and Sundays from 7 to 8:30 a.m. and 4 to 5:30 p.m., without a coach present. You are not required to attend all practices.

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

CAMPS

Camp Lunch PackagesMeet Me on Main CaféShort on time? Each day at camp your child can enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by Mason Community Center's Meet Me on Main Café. Each meal will be delivered to your child and will contain the featured items as well as chips, a juice box, and a small cookie. Lunches on Wednesday and Thursday are specially made to stay fresh during field trips.

Weekly Menu Monday: hot dog & applesauce Tuesday: cheeseburger & jello Wednesday: peanut butter and jelly sandwich & pudding Thursday: ham and cheese sandwich & banana friday: mini corn dogs & apple

Sewing CampMason Municipal Center Classroom 2029It's a cinch, it's easy to stitch! This camp is for sewing beginners ready to learn to quilt using your own sewing machine or one of ours. Bring your own fabric, thread, and batting to customize your creation. By the end of the week, you will have learned how to make your very own Quillow - a quilt pillow. It's "sew" fast, "sew" easy, and "sew" much fun.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM-F 7/30-8/3 9:00A-12:00P 9-12 7/23 $59 /$69 /$87 /$104 436603-01

ENRICHMENTARTS & CRAFTS

Pre-School Drawing ClassesActivity Room BSweep away summer boredom with artistic fun at Young Rembrandts™. Young Rembrandts provides an engaging, creative environment where your child will learn to draw and strengthen his or her art skills. Lessons never repeat.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 6/11-7/16 5:00-5:45P 4-6 6/4 $60 /$70 /$88 /$105 431200-01*W 6/13-7/18 6:00-6:45P 4-6 6/6 $60 /$70 /$88 /$105 431200-02*M 7/23-8/20 5:00-5:45P 4-6 7/16 $60 /$70 /$88 /$105 431200-03 W 7/25-8/22 6:00-6:45P 4-6 7/18 $60 /$70 /$88 /$105 431200-04 *No Class 7/2, 7/4

THINGS TO DO UNDER $20JUNEdate event Price

6/1-8/31 Summer Passport Challenge Free to members

6/1-6/2 Moonlight Fishing Valid 2012 Fishing Pass

6/6 CPR/AED Classes Free to Mason residents

6/6 eBay Buying $17-$30

6/6 Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure and Body Composition Checks

Free

6/6 Your Health Matters: Sun Protection Free

6/8 Parents’ Night Out (Premier Only) Free

6/9-6/10 Relay for Life

6/13 eBay Selling $17-$30

6/13 Man to Man Free

6/16 Men’s Health Fair Free

6/16 Men’s Grill Out $5-$10

6/16 Hershey’s Track & Field Free

6/20 Summer Solstice Search Free

6/21 Understanding Addiction Free


6/30 CCW Free

JULYdate event Price

7/3 Working with Files $17-$30

7/7 CCW Free

7/10 Working with Word $17-$30

7/11 Digital Photo 1 $17-$30

7/11 Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure and Body Composition Checks

Free

7/11 ACS Guidelines to Nutrition and Physical Activity Free

7/13-7/14 Moonlight Fishing Valid 2012 Fishing Pass


7/15 Sunshine Concert Series: My Sister Sarah Free


7/19 PROTECT: Self Defense $9-$15

7/21 Myth Busters: Weight Loss Free

7/22 PROTECT: Self Defense $9-$15

7/22 Family Adventure Night Free

7/22 Sunshine Concert Series: Midnight Special Free


7/26 Understanding Addiction Free


7/29 Sunshine Concert Series: Ground Floor Free

Varies Fitness Center Orientation Free to members

Tu, Th Nutrition Tips Free to members

Sa, Su Parent & Youth Workout Time Free to members

Tu, Th Youth Fitness Hour $0-$20


Elementary Drawing ClassesActivity Room BThis summer your child can explore the wonder of his or her drawing abilities! Subject themes include a Pacific Paradise, the Final Frontier (space) and Forest Fun. A Young Rembrandts drawing class is the gateway to a universe of artistic development where your child can discover and strengthen his or her skills. Lessons never repeat so set your course for education and adventure!

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 6/13-7/18 4:45-5:45P 6-12 6/6 $60 /$70 /$88 /$105 431202-01*W 7/25-8/22 4:45-5:45P 6-12 7/18 $60 /$70 /$88 /$105 431202-02**No Class 7/4

CartooningActivity Room BKeep your child amused and productive this summer with help from Young Rembrandts™. Your child will discover and develop his or her drawing abilities by focusing on cartoon illustrations inspired by a tropical paradise, a blast into orbit, and woodland animals. Funny animal expressions, ironic situations, and a humorous sequence of events will be illustrated. Lessons never repeat.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 6/11-7/16 6:00-7:00P 7-13 6/4 $60 /$70 /$88 /$105 431201-01*M 7/23-8/20 6:00-7:00P 7-13 7/16 $60 /$70 /$88 /$105 431201-02 *No Class 7/2

Royal Princess Fashion Workshop Activity Room BEvery girl who dreams of being a princess is invited to 3 days of beautiful, medieval pageantry. Students will draw portraits showcasing medieval headwear and clothing, learn basic figure drawing, and add medieval-themed fashion accessories. More advanced figure drawing techniques and elaborate clothing will be introduced next. On the last day, students will create a large, wonderfully detailed medieval scene of a queen and her ladies in waiting. No drawing experience is necessary.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW-F 6/27-6/29 10:30A-12:00P 6-12 6/20 $51 /$60 /$75 /$90 431228-01

Summer Art Workshop: Cars of the SpeedwayActivity Room AThis summer, feel the rush and excitement of Young Rembrandts' Summer Art Workshop: Cars of the Speedway. Students will experience the thrills of the motor speedway while illustrating a variety of racing scenes during this 3-day class. From realistic stock cars and formula racers to a variety of cartoon cars, your child will explore and improve his or her creativity and skills. No experience is necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock to the final day of class.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW-F 7/11-7/13 10:30A-12:00P 6-12 7/4 $51 /$60 /$75 /$90 431229-01

Pastel Workshop: Animals of AfricaActivity Room AThis summer our Young Rembrandts' students will find themselves captivated by exotic African beasts. An antelope showcased within a mélange of patterns, a stylized zebra with a creative color palette, and a regal lion are a few of the beasts to be explored. No experience is necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock to each day of class.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW-F 8/1-8/3 1:00-2:30P 6-12 7/25 $51 /$60 /$75 /$90 431227-01

PERSONAL DEvELOPMENT

Time to TalkMeeting RoomGroup games, music, story time, and crafts...it barely seems like work! Your child will enjoy all of these activities and more as they perfect their speech skills with Jennifer Scott, Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. Parents are expected to attend an informational meeting before entering this speech enrichment program. Your child will show documented improvement, and you will receive feedback after each class along with an assignment to work on before the next class.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 6/5-6/21 1:00-2:00P 3-5 5/29 $180 /$207 /$232 /$257 431510-01

Time to Talk Parents’ Meeting Parents of children registered for the Time to Talk program: Please plan to attend an informational meeting from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 31 in the Mason Community Center Meeting Rooms located along the Main Street corridor.

CPR/AED ClassesFire Station 51, Community RoomAs part of our effort to make the community a safer place to live and work, the City of Mason Fire Department is offering a series of CPR classes in 2012. Bi-monthly CPR training for residents of Mason will be held in June, August, October, and December.

The course is free to Mason residents. All CPR instructors are Mason Firefighter/Paramedics and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members. During the sessions, residents will learn adult and child CPR as well as the proper operation of an automated external defibrillator (AED). After completing the course, participants will receive a certification from the American Heart Association.

Classes will be held in the community room at Fire Station 51, 4420 Mason-Montgomery Road, and are limited to 20 participants.

In addition to the bi-monthly classes for residents, Mason Fire Department also offers CPR classes to local businesses. Please contact Mason Fire Administration at 513.229.8540 during regular business hours (8 – 4:30, M-F) to learn about classes for your business.

Day Date Time Age Deadline FeeW 6/6 8:00A-12:00P 18 & up 5/30 Free* *Mason residents only. Proof of residency required.

9June / July 2012

Understanding AddictionSenior CenterSubstance abuse and addiction can be very confusing, particularly if a loved one or friend is suffering. This presentation by Robin McCormick, LSW, RA, a chemical dependency counselor from Talbert House: Warren Outpatient Services, will educate and inform you about what happens in the brain of the substance abuser or addict, how a person becomes addicted, the factors that may predispose someone to addiction, and what can be done for the addicted person to regain control of their lives. Different substances of abuse and their effects will be covered as well. Refreshments will be served.

Day Date Time Age FeeTh 6/21 6:30-8:30P 18 & up Free Th 7/26 6:30-8:30P 18 & up FreeTh 8/23 6:30-8:30P 18 & up Free

CCWMason Municipal Center Classroom 2029In this one day, 12-hour class you will learn about gun safety and Ohio gun laws, receive offsite instruction on the proper use of a firearm, and receive your Concealed Carry Weapon class certificate, making you eligible to obtain your CCW license.

Please note that firearms are not permitted inside the Mason Municipal Center.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (VIP/CR/NR) ActivitySa 6/30 8:00A-8:00P 18 & up 6/23 Free 433808-01 Sa 7/7 8:00A-8:00P 18 & up 6/30 Free 433808-02

PROTECT: 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 7/19 7:00-9:00P 12 & up 7/12 $9 /$10 /$13 /$15 421600-01 Su 7/22 2:00-4:00P 12 & up 7/15 $9 /$10 /$13 /$15 421600-02

TECHNOLOGY

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) ActivityW 7/11 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 7/4 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 441418-01

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.


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) ActivityTu 7/3 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 6/26 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 441405-01

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) ActivityTu 7/10 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 7/3 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 441410-01

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 7/3-7/24 6:30-8:30P 18 & up 6/26 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 441413-01

E-mailSenior Center LoungeLearn how to create an e-mail account, send and receive e-mail, set up and use an address book, work with e-mail attachments, and organize saved e-mails.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 7/17-7/24 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 7/10 $34 /$40 /$50 /$60 441403-01

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.


DANCE

Ballroom for BeginnersStudio BHave you ever wanted to learn some of the dances you've seen on your favorite reality shows? Learn the fox trot, waltz, and tango, all in a fun and engaging environment. Partners and smooth-soled shoes are required. Fees are per person.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 6/13-7/18 7:00-8:00P 18 & up 6/6 $39 /$45 /$57 /$68 421310-01**No Class 7/4

Disco HustleStudio BDisco fever is here! Expand your dance skills with this simple and unique dance. Partners and smooth-soled shoes are required. Fees are per person.


Swing DancingStudio 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. Fees are per person.


FITNESS/HEALTHLIvE WELL IN MASON

Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure and Body Composition ChecksMember LoungeAs part of Live Well in Mason’s “Know Your Numbers” Series, a personal trainer or registered nurse will provide free blood pressure and body composition testing on the first Wednesday of each month. Stop by to keep regular check on your numbers.

Day Date Time AgeW 6/6 9:00-11:00A 12 & upW 7/11 9:00-11:00A 12 & up

greatmasonchaseAre you ready... • for a �-hour physical and mental challenge? • to compete against the strongest and smartest people in Mason?

• for the Great Mason Chase?

Test your speed, skills, and smarts as you and your partner run, bike, or walk from clue to clue in the quest to earn the title of “Top Chasers.” Each challenge you complete will earn a clue that will lead you to local businesses and city parks.

There are two ways to win. Be the first team to complete ten challenges and race to the finish or be the team to complete the most challenges in four hours. Then join us at the last Sunshine Concert Series of the season featuring JAB and an award ceremony where we’ll crown the “Top Chasers.”

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Swing DancingStudio 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. Fees are per person.

FITNESS/HEALTHLIvE WELL IN MASON

Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure and Body Composition ChecksMember LoungeAs part of Live Well in Mason’s “Know Your Numbers” Series, a personal trainer or registered nurse will provide free blood pressure and body composition testing on the first Wednesday of each month. Stop by to keep regular check on your numbers.

Relay for LifeMason Municipal CenterCelebrate. Remember. Fight back.

Relay for Life is a life-changing event that helps communities across the globe celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease.

Register at www.relayforlife.org to join the event.

Day Date Time AgeSa,Su 6/9-6/10 2:00P-8:00A All

MCC 5K Run & SunLou Eves Municipal PoolBring your friends and family to run in the second annual Mason Community Center 5K Run & Sun. Race registration includes race fee, food, fun, and a pool party! Participants registered by May 25 will be guaranteed a T-shirt. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Mason Parks & Recreation Foundation.

RuN/WALK: 5K (3.1 mile) course runs from Lou Eves Municipal Pool through Pine Hill Lakes Park and finishes with a loop through Corwin M. Nixon Park. The run begins at 9:30 a.m. Run or walk the 3.1 mile course through Mason's beautiful parks.

SuN: After the race, join the post-race pool party at Lou Eves Municipal Pool from 10 a.m. to noon. Admission is free for all race participants and up to two additional family members or guests. Half price admission will be available for additional guests.

Awards will be given based on age groups plus overall runner and walker awards in male and female categories.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityRegistration May 26 – June 10 (T-shirts available while supplies last)Su 6/10 9:30A-12:00P 8 & up 6/10 $35 /$35 /$35 /$35 364100-01

Your Health Matters: Sun ProtectionLou Eves Municipal PoolWith the hot summer months on their way, are you protected from the sun? Come to Lou Eves Municipal Pool to learn about sun protection. Sunscreen samples and uv sensitive beads will help demonstrate the effects of the sun. Learn when to re-apply your sunscreen. Let us help you have a safe and happy summer.

Day Date Time Age FeeM 6/11 12:00-2:00P All Free

Healthy Summer HabitsEnjoy the summer sun with a few helpful tips from Kelly Burchett, Wellness Supervisor at Mason Community Center.

Fresh air, blue skies, and beautiful city parks and other outdoor amenities are excellent excuses to get outside and get moving. And with a few helpful hints, you’re sure to have fun all summer long.

Here are a few things to keep in mind when working out outdoors:

• Stay hydrated. Plan to drink BEFORE your outdoor activity to ensure you are properly hydrated. Then drink 1 cup of water for every 20 minutes of activity. Yes, water! unless you’re performing high intensity activities for more than an hour or sweating for more than two hours, energy drinks aren’t necessary to keep you hydrated. If you find that water isn’t sticking with you, then you may need to replace the salt you’ve lost through sweating with an electrolyte sports drink.

• Protect your skin. The sun can burn you no matter what the air temperature is. Protect yourself by wearing sweat-proof sunscreen with SPF 30 or protective clothing. Without that layer of protection between you and the sun, you are at risk for sunburn and damage that can lead to skin cancer. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation,

o Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the united States. More than 3.5 million skin cancers in over two million people are diagnosed annually.

o Each year there are more new cases of skin cancer than the combined incidence of cancers of the breast, prostate, lung, and colon.

o One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in the course of a lifetime. Protect your skin and protect your health.

• Be comfortable. Choose lightweight fabrics with moisture wicking and dry-fit technologies. They pull moisture away to help cool you off and prevent chaffing. Also, think of eye and head protection with sunglasses and hats. Many are made with athletic activity in mind to move with you.

Now that you are ready, join us for an outdoor group fitness class or like us on Facebook and check out our page each week for a recommended outdoor workout!

Enjoy your summer!


Man to ManMeeting RoomThe Mason Community Center and the American Cancer Society are hosting an informational meeting about Man to Man, a program designed to help men cope with prostate cancer by offering community-based education and support for patients and their family members. A core component of the program is the self-help and/or support group. volunteers organize free monthly meetings where speakers and participants learn about and discuss information about prostate cancer, treatment, side effects, and how to cope. Some Man to Man groups may invite wives and partners to attend meetings. In other locations, wives and partners may meet separately in a group setting called Side by Side.

Learn more at this informational session.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee ActivityW 6/13 5:00-6:00P 15 & up 6/6 Free 486111-01

Men's Health FairMason Community CenterCome to Mason Community Center for a morning filled with vendors, activities, and pampering just for the guys at the annual Men’s Health Fair. Find tips to help you enjoy life as a man, father, and husband. vendors from local businesses will feature everything from men's overall health and wellness to outdoor grilling techniques, fishing tips, multi-sport information, lawn care, and more. Free breakfast will be available to all men and boys who attend this day.

Day Date Time Age FeeSa 6/16 9:00A-12:00P All Free

Men's Grill OutMason Community CenterThe men in the family will enjoy a pickup flag football game for the kids and a grilling program for the adults at this Father’s Day weekend event. Sons and fathers can spend some great quality time while grilling tasty and healthy food for an afternoon of fun.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityIndividualSa 6/16 12:00-2:00P All 6/9 $5 /$5 /$5 /$5 486001-02 FamilySa 6/16 12:00-2:00P All 6/9 $10 /$10 /$10 /$10 486001-03

Summer Solstice SearchPine Hill Lakes ParkEnjoy some family outdoor fun with a free evening scavenger hunt in Mason's beautiful Pine Hill Lakes Park. You'll receive a list of twelve items that can be found throughout the park and at the adjacent Pine Hill Lodge. See if you can find them all! Park in the large lot for the park and walk over to Pine Hill Lodge to check in and get your list. Rain or shine.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee ActivityW 6/20 6:00-8:00P All 6/13 Free 486000-01

ACS Guidelines to Nutrition and Physical ActivityMeeting RoomFor most Americans who do not use tobacco, the most important cancer risk factors that can be changed are body weight, diet, and physical activity. One third of all cancer deaths in the united States each year are linked to diet and physical activity, including being overweight or obese, while another third is caused by tobacco products.

Learn the American Cancer Society's Guidelines for Nutrition and Physical Activity at this lunchtime event. A physician will speak on calorie intake and personal trainers from Mason Community Center will present ways to add activity to your day.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee ActivityW 7/11 12:00-1:00P 12 & up 7/4 Free 486111-02

Myth Busters: Weight LossMeeting RoomMason Community Center can help you understand weight loss. The most common myths about weight loss will be demystified in this hour long presentation.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee ActivitySa 7/21 11:00A-12:00P All 7/14 Free 486410-01

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 OrientationsFitness CenterNew to the fitness center? Returning from 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 12 & 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 Fee (PRE/BAS)Tu,Th 10:45-11:45A Free to members


FITNESS PROGRAMS

Parent & Youth Workout TimeFitness CenterTen to 14-year-olds: spend some quality time with Mom or Dad by working out in the Fitness Center together. 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 youth(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.

Summer Passport ChallengeMason Community CenterMaintain your fitness goals through the long summer days with the help of Mason Community Center. Participate in health screenings, attend wellness education sessions, get active with events and programs in the parks, lose weight, drop in on group fitness, and visit the Mason Community Center to earn points. Pick up your passport card at the Customer Service desk beginning June 1. Once the card is complete, turn it in to receive a prize and enter yourself into a drawing for prizes from our sponsors. There is no limit on the number of cards that can be completed by one person during the summer. More entries equals more chances to win!

Day Age Fee (PRE/BAS)6/1-8/31 12 & up Free to members

Youth Fitness HourFitness CenterJust for summer! This is a drop-in class designed for youth 12 to 15 years old who are new to strength training or in need of a little extra guidance. A trainer will be available to provide workout guidance and answer any questions that your teenager may have while exercising. Teens are invited to take this opportunity to prepare for when they’re old enough to use the Hammer Strength equipment alone*. Please check in at the front desk before each class.

Day Date Time Age Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)Tu,Th 6/5-7/26 1:00-2:00P 12-15 $0 /$2 /$20 /$20***This equipment is for patrons 14 years and older when not in class. Please see Parent & Youth Workout Time above for additional hours. **Price is per class. Non-member fee includes access to the entire Community Center for the day.

Teen Wellness CampFitness CenterMason Community Center is pleased to introduce its first ever health and wellness camp for teens ages 13 to 15. The goal of this program is to teach our youth healthy exercise and wellness habits that will help them maintain a healthier lifestyle as they grow. Youth camp participants will use many areas of our community center and surrounding areas, including the Fitness Center, the Edge, gymnasiums, indoor and outdoor pool, and parks when weather permits. Snacks will be provided for all participants and proper athletic attire is required.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM-F 6/25-6/29 12:00-4:00P 13-15 6/18 $30 /$35 /$44 /$53 461803-01 M-F 7/23-7/27 12:00-4:00P 13-15 7/16 $30 /$35 /$44 /$53 461803-02

POWERField House and surrounding parksPOWER specializes in training programs designed to help athletes excel during their sport and training performance. Whatever your athlete’s goal, be it agility, speed, strength, or conditioning, he or she will gain the POWER to perform at the next level. varying fitness and strength levels are always taken into account. Our certified personal trainers will work with your athlete using proven principles of training:

• Acceleration/deceleration training • Running/sprinting mechanics • Multi-directional speed training • Jumping/landing mechanics • Power and strength • Core development

The skill-specific classes help your athlete specialize while still incorporating a well-rounded training model.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivitySpeed TrainingM,W 6/11-7/5 10:00-11:15A 12-17 6/4 $59 /$69 /$87 /$104 461802-01* Agility TrainingM,W 7/9-8/1 10:00-11:15A 12-17 7/2 $59 /$69 /$87 /$104 461802-02**No Class 7/4 – make-up 7/5

StrollerobicsMeet at Pine Hill Lakes Park GazeboGet your heart pumping and waist shrinking with an enjoyable workout for you and your little one! Interval training and core exercises using resistance bands, your environment (park benches, hills, etc.), and your own body weight will sculpt your arms, legs, back, chest, abs, and everything in between. Combined core work and stroller fitness can be tailored to suit almost any level of fitness. Please come ready with a yoga mat or towel and plenty of water for you and your baby.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 6/12-7/5 10:00-11:00A 15 & up 6/5 $30 /$35 /$44 /$53 462000-01

Thursday, June � • � p.m.Saturday, June � • �� a.m.

Compete to be crowned the “Fi�est at MCC”. Score the highest overall in �� skills to be the fi�est male/female.

All challenge participants will be eligible to participate in an intense ��-week, � days/week course to improve their fitness level. Strongman winners will receive ��% off the program fee.

“STRONGMAN”Mason


Water Instructor BiosPat Springer has been teaching water classes for 15 years. She has been certified by the Aquatics Exercise Association (AEA) since 2000 and has led classes at Mason Community Center since it opened in 2003. Pat is a Registered Nurse and travels the uS to teach classes in

Healing Touch and Clinical Aromatherapy with Essential Oils. She currently teaches shallow water, deep water, and pre/postnatal water classes at Mason Community Center.

kimberly Gebert has enjoyed teaching water exercise at Mason Community Center for nine years. She has been AEA-certified since 2004. Kimberly has a BA in psychology, a BA in movement and sport science, and an MS in sport behavior and performance. Kimberly’s

popular Wednesday morning shallow water class gets your heart pumping as you have fun exercising in the water.

Liz eichler is certified as an aquatics instructor by both AEA and the Arthritis Foundation. She has been teaching at Mason Community Center for four years. Over the last 22 years, she participated in or taught water fitness in Ohio, Delaware, Indiana, and South Carolina. With a background

in theater and arts, she loves to encourage participants to have fun and get in touch with their creative sides!

Sandy Maloney is a recently retired public health nurse and has enjoyed teaching water classes for ten years. She has been teaching deep water classes at Mason Community Center since 2009. Join Sandy for her deep water class on Thursday evenings.

Michelle Chrzanowski has enjoyed taking deep water classes since they were first offered at Mason Community Center in 2007. She enjoyed it so much she became AEA certified in 2010 and has been teaching both shallow and deep water classes since then. Michelle recently

became AF-certified and is looking forward to offering new classes in both the Arthritis Foundation Aquatics Program and High Intensity Deep Water for cross training.

Jackie Reynolds has been teaching land classes for over 20 years and Zumba® for four years. She has been ACE-certified for 18 years and has been teaching at Mason Community Center for the past eight years. In July 2011, she was licensed in Aqua Zumba® and introduced it

to Mason Community Center. Her infectious personality makes her exercise classes more like a party!

You are an avid exerciser. But have you ever had a situation in which you needed a change due to injury, boredom, or lifestyle change? Have your hips hurt? Or your knees? Or your feet? You want the workout, but your discomfort makes you think twice? Consider a zero-gravity work-out: deep water exercise!

Everyone can benefit from water exercise. You can increase your flexibility, range of motion, balance, and cardio whether you are a high performing athlete, expectant mom, new to exercise, senior citizen, and everyone in between.

The Mason Community Center has one of the best Deep Water Exercise programs around. Deep water classes are offered both mornings and evenings. Class participants shout out reasons why they come: “It’s the best thing for my body!” “I love the freedom of floating!” “I can do more in the water than on land!” “You can really feel your muscles, you can really feel yourself strengthening your core.” “It’s the first time in my life that exercise has been fun!” Tom, who has been taking the class for over a year, adds, “While I still haven’t been invited on to the professional tennis tour, deep water has given me more stamina and more strength in both my upper and lower body.”

High profile athletes and performers have been training in the water for years. Olympic track star Jackie Joyner-Kersee used water training to increase the symmetry of her upper body movements, to better balance her stride. Actors, danc-ers, and stunt performers often practice moves in water to save the wear and tear on joints. And because water slows down the movement, the moves can be perfected. NFL star Terrell Owens claimed on his "T.O Show" that his aqua therapy was his secret weapon after injuries sidelined him.

Physical therapists encourage water exercise for rehab from injury, preparation before surgeries such as knee replace-

NEED A CHANGE IN YOUR WORKOUT? WATER WORKS!

Liz Eichler, AEA and AAF Certified Instructor

ments, and to fight the effects of aging. Both shallow water and deep water have their benefits. Shallow provides the floor for plyometric work for better jumping skills, and to build bone strength. Buoyancy relaxes joints in both deep and shallow water, so that great flexibility and range of motion can be attained. Deep water is a zero-gravity environment in which you are free to expand what is possible for you on land. Carol, who has some arthritis-like symptoms, adds, “This is the only class I have ever taken that makes me sad when I miss it, because it makes my joints and whole body feel good.”

Obstetricians recommend deep water buoyancy to relieve those unique discomforts of pregnancy: varicose veins, sci-atica, back strain, and warmth! “I loved having the support of all the great women my age and older, as well as the support of the water as my belly was growing,” says new mom Alex.

You do not need special equipment; the flotation belts are provided. Wear a suit and bring a water bottle. You will sweat, but just not notice it in the water! At first, our Competition Pool may feel a bit cold, but you quickly adapt, and the tem-perature allows you to work at your optimal intensity without overheating. The Manta Rays and professional swimmers thrive in this pool temperature. Glenda says, “I feel like I get more core work, and I love the water temperature. It is more invigorating and gives me energy.”

visualize YOu in the pool. Notice your increased range of motion. Feel the variety of muscles engaged in water that are different from the ones you use in land workouts. Especially notice how the buoyancy of the water supports you as you enjoy a new and exciting training experience.

Drop into one of our classes soon, and meet Pat, Michelle, Liz, Kim, Jackie, or Sandy. Your body will love you for it!


Bodies in Balance: WaterLeisure PoolBodies in Balance 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 is more rehab-based exercises 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) ActivityBeginnersM 6/11-7/30 11:00-11:45A 18 & up 6/4 $45 /$52 /$65 /$78 461604-01AdvancedW 6/13-8/8 11:00-11:45A 18 & up 6/6 $45 /$52 /$65 /$78 461604-02**No Class 7/4

Clinical Exercise ProgramFitness Center

Clinical exercise Program Helps You Get Back to fitnessAre 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.

Warm Water TherapyFor those suffering from knee pain, stress fractures,

arthritis, or any other need for water training, try our Warm Water Clinical Exercise Program.

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

Bodies in Balance: LandStudio BBodies 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 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 6/15-8/3 11:00-11:45A 18 & up 6/8 $45 /$52 /$65 /$78 461604-03

PERSONAL TRAINING

Personal Training Activity RoomJump start your spring training routine in time for summer!

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 cater to individual needs, no matter what the goal. 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.


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SPORTSGYMNASTICS

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 competitive level with 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.

4 Week SessionsPlease note that our summer gymnastics classes are 4 weeks long.

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 6/25-7/16 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 6/18 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432360-01 Tu 6/26-7/17 10:30-11:00A 18mo-3yr 6/19 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432360-02 W 6/27-7/25 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 6/20 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432360-03*F 6/29-7/20 9:45-10:15A 18mo-3yr 6/22 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432360-04 Sa 6/30-7/21 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 6/23 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432360-05 *No Class 7/4

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 floor.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 6/25-7/16 10:30-11:15A 3 6/18 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432369-01 Tu 6/26-7/17 11:00-11:45A 3 6/19 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432369-02 W 6/27-7/25 4:15-5:00P 3 6/20 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432369-03*Th 6/28-7/19 4:00-4:45P 3 6/21 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432369-04F 6/29-7/20 11:15A-12:00P 3 6/22 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432369-05Sa 6/30-7/21 10:30-11:15A 3 6/23 $29 /$33 /$42 /$50 432369-06 *No Class 7/4

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 6/27-7/25 10:30-11:30A 4-5 6/20 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432370-01*W 6/27-7/25 5:00-6:00P 4-5 6/20 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432370-02*Th 6/28-7/19 6:00-7:00P 4-5 6/21 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432370-03 Th 6/28-7/19 11:00A-12:00A 4-5 6/21 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432370-04F 6/29-7/20 10:15-11:15A 4-5 6/22 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432370-05 Sa 6/30-7/21 11:15A-12:15P 4-5 6/23 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432370-06 *No Class 7/4

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 6/26-7/17 5:00-6:00P 6-7 6/19 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432371-01W 6/27-7/25 7:15-8:15P 6-7 6/20 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432371-02*Th 6/28-7/19 5:00-6:00P 6-7 6/21 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432371-03Sa 6/30-7/21 12:15-1:15P 6-7 6/23 $36 /$42 /$53 /$63 432371-04*No Class 7/4

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 6/26-7/17 6:00-7:00P 8-17 5/21 $36 /$42 /$52 /$63 432384-01Th 6/28-7/19 7:00-8:00P 8-17 5/21 $36 /$42 /$52 /$63 432384-02

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 6/27-7/25 6:00-7:15P 8-17 6/20 $45 /$52 /$65 /$78 432381-01**No Class 7/4


MARTIAL ARTS

Beginner Tae Kwon Do Meeting RoomNo 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 6/5-6/28 6:30-7:30P 5 & up 5/29 $39 /$45 /$55 /$60 411100-01 Tu,Th 7/3-7/26 6:30-7:30P 5 & up 6/26 $39 /$45 /$55 /$60 411100-02

GOLF

Good Form Makes Good GolfImprove consistency and increase distance with a tip from Jack Kraemer, assistant golf pro at the Golf Center at Kings Island.

A good grip and posture are very important in playing more consistent golf. Make sure that your grip is relatively neutral, meaning that the back of your left hand is facing the target and the back of your right hand is facing the opposite direction. Your left thumb should be just right of center on the shaft and two knuckles should be visible. The club should be held more in the fingers of both hands—particularly the left—because many hold the club too much in the palm, which causes a lack of power. Grip pressure should be light as though you were holding a baby chicken.

Your weight should be on the centers of your feet with a slight but comfortable flex in the knees. Bend from the waist, keeping your back straight, and letting your arms hang loose and free. Tension is a huge problem with many players, especially when the pressure is on. Keep the head very steady as there should be very minimal movement up or down.

Good balance, body rotation, and extension of the arms throughout the swing are keys to increasing your distance. Keeping your weight on the centers of your feet at address and mainly on the insides of your feet during the swing will help improve your balance.

Good body rotation and arm extension are big keys to distance. Feel like you are opening and closing a door with the upper half of your body. Get your back facing the target at the finish of your backswing and your chest facing the target at the finish of your swing, with your arms extended as much as possible back and through without being too rigid. You want extension but not tension.

I believe these fundamentals will help you become a more consistent player with increased distance. Remember to practice with a purpose or your practice will be worthless.

Presented By I. k. kim Tae kwon do

TENNIS IN THE PARKS

Tennis in the ParksHeritage Oak ParkTennis programs are provided for juniors and adults. Junior classes will follow the “games” approach to learning tennis. Classes will be half traditional stroke work and half focused on rallying skills. To teach rallying, the class will use bigger balls, fewer court lines, and multiple ball bounces to help kids play “real tennis” before they acquire all the racquet skills needed to play sets. Players will learn ball striking skills, scoring, rallying skills, and basic strategy—all in a fun, stimulating environment.

Rainout and makeup classes will be scheduled as needed. There is no makeup for missed classes. In case of inclement weather conditions, arrangements will be made. Please call the City of Mason Hotline at 513.229.8502 and select option 5 to hear program cancellations or delays due to weather.

Pee WeesThis class is for beginners. Most enrollees will have little to no tennis experience.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 6/11-7/2 10:00-11:00A 4-5 6/6 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432100-01Tu 6/5-6/26 6:00-7:00P 4-5 5/29 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432100-02 Sa 6/9-6/30 10:00-11:00A 4-5 6/2 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432100-03M 7/9-7/30 10:00-11:00A 4-5 7/2 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432100-04 Tu 7/10-7/31 6:00-7:00P 4-5 7/3 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432100-05 Sa 7/14-8/4 10:00-11:00A 4-5 7/7 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432100-06

Future StarsFuture Stars are just beginning to play from the baseline. This program will follow the "games" approach to learning tennis.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 6/11-72 9:00-10:00A 6-8 6/4 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432101-01 Tu 6/5-6/26 7:00-8:00P 6-8 5/29 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432101-02Th 6/7-6/28 6:00-7:00P 6-8 5/31 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432101-03Sa 6/9-6/30 11:00-12:00P 6-8 6/2 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432101-04M 7/9-7/30 9:00-10:00A 6-8 7/2 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432101-05Tu 7/10-7/31 7:00-8:00P 6-8 7/3 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432101-06Th 7/12-8/2 6:00-7:00P 6-8 7/5 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432101-07 Sa 7/14-8/4 11:00-12:00P 6-8 7/7 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432101-08

Junior ChampsThese children are beginners or graduates from Future Stars. They are comfortable serving and playing from the baseline and beginning to rally.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 6/11-7/2 11:00A-12:00P 7-13 6/4 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432102-01 Th 6/7-6/28 7:00-8:00P 7-13 5/31 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432102-02 Sa 6/9-6/30 12:00-1:00P 7-13 6/2 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432102-03M 7/9-7/30 11:00A-12:00P 7-13 7/2 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432102-04 Th 7/12-8/2 7:00-8:00P 7-13 7/5 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432102-05 Sa 7/14-8/4 12:00-1:00P 7-13 7/7 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432102-06


Anatomy of a Running/Walking ShoeA 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.

Running shoes are the most important piece of equipment a runner/walker has. The proper shoe helps prevent injury and can help make your running gait more efficient. The running shoe market is huge. Most of the running shoe companies make significant investment into the technology and science of running shoes. While running shoes have become more complicated over the years, there are still several basic components.

The outsole: This is the treaded layer on the undersurface of the shoe, usually made from carbon rubber or similar material. It resists wear and provides traction. It may also have a studded or waffle design to enhance traction on softer surfaces.

The midsole: This is considered the most important part of running shoes as it is the cushioning and stability layer between the upper and the outsole. The most common materials for the midsole of running shoes are ethylene vinyl acetate (EvA), polyurethane (Pu) or a combination of the two. Often there is a dual-density midsole that has a firmer material on the inner (medial) side to help limit pronation, rolling in, of the foot. A lot of proprietary technologies developed by different manufacturers go into the midsoles of running shoes, including air, gel, and high-tech plastics materials.

The upper: This is the part of the shoe that wraps around and over the top of the foot. It is typically made of a synthetic mesh material that is light and breathable (to reduce heat from inside the running shoe). The tongue of the upper should be padded to cushion the instep against the pressure from the laces. Often, at the back of the running shoe, the upper is padded to prevent rubbing and irritation against the Achilles tendon.

The heel counter: This is a firm inflexible cup that is built into the upper of running shoes and surrounds the heel. It is usually very firm so that it can control the motion of the rear foot.

Post or footbridge: This is the firm material in the midsole which increases stability along the inner arch of the running shoe.

How to choose running shoes:All runners need the best protection that running shoes can provide. Your running shoe needs to absorb shock and control motion while being flexible and durable. Because of the complexity of individual foot biomechanics and the seemingly unlimited types of running shoes on the market, it is a good idea to go to a specialty running shoe store like Mojo Running in West Chester. They will have the expertise to help you find the best running/walking shoe for your individual needs.

To help you get the best shoe, here are a few tips:• Shop in the mid to later part of the day. Feet swell during the day

and they will get bigger when you are running.• Wear socks that you would normally wear while running.

(Remember— cotton is rotten and responsible for the majority of blisters. Go with wicking materials.)

• A number of other factors should be taken into account when deciding which shoe is best for you, including how you run, your weight, foot pronation or other problems, past injuries, anticipated changes in mileage, and more.

• It helps to bring in an old pair of shoes with you so the sales person can see where your shoes tend to wear the most.

Which is the best running/walking shoe?There is no ‘best’ running shoe. Every runner is different, every brand is different; each model is different—the challenge is to match the features of each runner to the features of a particular brand and model of running shoe. This is why going to a specialty running store is so important and vital to your healthy and continued running/walking program.

Advanced Beginner/IntermediateThis class is for students who are beginning to play sets. They can hit six of ten serves in from the baseline and can rally five balls in a row with a partner from the baseline.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTh 6/7-6/28 8:00-9:00P 10-18 5/31 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432103-01 Sa 6/9-6/30 12:00-1:00P 10-18 6/2 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432103-02 Th 7/12-8/2 8:00-9:00P 10-18 7/5 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432103-03 Sa 7/14-8/4 12:00-1:00P 10-18 7/7 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 432103-04

Adult BeginnerThis class will focus on basic stroke work, rallying skills, and learning how to play sets.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 6/5-6/26 8:00-9:00P 15 & up 5/29 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 422100-01 Tu 7/10-7/31 8:00-9:00P 15 & up 7/3 $40 /$46 /$58 /$69 422100-02

TRACK

Hershey's Track & FieldKings High School StadiumThe Mason Parks & Recreation Department is sponsoring the local qualifier of Hershey's National Track & Field Program. Any boy or girl 9 to 14 years old is welcome to compete. Events will include the 50-meter dash, 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, 400-meter dash, 400-meter relay, 800-meter run, 1600-meter run, standing long jump, and the softball throw. Participants are limited to three events, with no more than two running events. There is no entrance fee to compete in this program, but youths must be registered in advance. Registration forms and information can be found at www.hersheystrackandfield.com or contact the Mason Community Center Sports Supervisor at 513.229.8555. There will be no same-day registration.

Please mail a copy of your child's birth certificate as proof of age along with the registration form to the address below. Please do not send originals of the birth certificate. Certificates and copies will not be returned. Registration must be received by June 9, 2012.

Mason Community Center, attn: Dane Burchett / Hershey Track & Field 6050 Mason-Montgomery Road Mason, OH 45040

Parents and participants are required to read all official rules and guidelines at www.hersheystrackandfield.com. Please register children in the correct age group by age as of December 31, 2012. This event will be held at Kings High School Stadium, 5500 Columbia Road.

Day Date Time Age Deadline FeeSa 6/16 9:00A-1:00P 9-14 6/9 Free

Holiday HoursMemorial day* 6 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Independence day* 6 a.m. – 12 p.m.

*Limited facility access. The fitness center, gymnasium, track, and locker rooms will be open. All other areas of the facility will be closed and regularly scheduled drop-in group exercise programs are cancelled.

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