December 2011 / January 2012 Programs and events brought to you by: Mason Matters Mason Matters Keeping Mason residents in the know News and information about Deerfield Township DEERFIELD DIGEST Body Pump Empowered to Lose BIG Challenge Swim Lessons Snow Day Camp This Is Your Year Premier Registration Begins November 18 Join us on Facebook! Serving Mason and the surrounding areas. Community Center Members get the best discounts. See page 2 for registration details! LOOK INSIDE FOR : Mason, Ohio: rated 24th BEST PLACE TO LIVE by Money magazine 2011 Hungry for a holiday gift idea? See page 20
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December 2011 / January 2012
Programs and events brought to you by:
Mason MattersMason MattersKeeping Mason residents in the knowNews and information about Deerfield Township
DEERFIELDDIGEST
Body PumpEmpowered to Lose BIG ChallengeSwim LessonsSnow Day Camp
This Is Your Year
Premier Registration Begins November 18
Join us on Facebook!
Serving Mason and the
surrounding areas. Community
Center Members get the
best discounts.See page 2 for registration details!
Look INSIDE foR:
Mason, Ohio: rated 24th BEST PLACE TO LIVE by Money magazine 2011
YOUTH (5 – 12 years)AQUATICS Lessons .............................................. 4CAMPS Little Feet .......................................... 7 School’s Out Fun Days ........................ 7 Snow Day Camp ................................ 7 Caribbean Stay-cation ....................... 8ENRICHMENT Clay ................................................... 8 Drawing ............................................ 8FITNESS AND HEALTH Fitness Programs ............................. 14SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 18 Martial Arts ..................................... 19
TEEN (13 – 17 years)SPECIAL EVENTS Winter Camping Lock-In .................... 4AQUATICS Lessons .............................................6 ENRICHMENT Drawing ............................................ 8 It’s What I Want! Teen Programming .... 9FITNESS AND HEALTH Group Exercise ................................. 12 Give it a TRI ...................................... 13 Assessments and Screenings ........... 13 Fitness Programs ............................. 14SPORTS Gymnastics ...................................... 19 Martial Arts ..................................... 19
ADULT (18+ years)AQUATICS Lessons .............................................. 6 Swim Team ........................................ 6ENRICHMENT Technology Classes ............................ 9FITNESS AND HEALTH Empowered to Lose BIG ................... 11 Group Exercise ................................. 12 Give it a TRI ...................................... 13 Assessments and Screenings ........... 13 Fitness Programs ............................. 14 Personal Training ............................. 15
Martial Arts ..................................... 19
FAMILYSPECIAL EVENTS New Resident Coffee ......................... 3 Parents’ Night Out ............................. 3 Santa’s Coming to Town ..................... 3 Try It: SPORTS! ................................... 3 Mocktails ......................................... 10 Shop Local ....................................... 14FITNESS AND HEALTH Live Well in Mason events ............... 10SPORTS Martial Arts ..................................... 19 Track ................................................ 19
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 Except Swim Lessons Premier Registration:(Community Center Premier members only)begins November 18, 8 a.m. Walk-in, online, or by phone. www.imaginemason.org • 513.229.8555
open Registration: November 21, 8 a.m.Location: Mason Community Center
Indoor Swim Lesson RegistrationPremier Members: November 18 Open: November 21 Closes: November 27
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: Get ready for the latest fitness craze to hit the community center! See page 16 for details. Photo by: Colleen Kelley
Bad weather?Call the weather hotline to check the status of your activity
New Year’s Day 8 a.m. – 8 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.
3December 2011 / January 2012To register, see page 2.
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SPECIAL EVENTSNew 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 Fee12/7 10:30-11:30A All Free Free1/4 10:30-11:30A All Free 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 the 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 a swimsuit for your child.
The program welcomes children ages 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.
LOTTERY REGISTRATION FOR PARENTS’ NIGHT OUTParents' Night Out registrations have changed to give you more time to register. Participants will be chosen by a random drawing after the registration deadline. Families will stick together and those selected for the first week each month will not be eligible for the second week. This new way of registering will give everyone an equal opportunity to enroll. The drawing will be held the day after the deadline closes and the participant confirmations will be sent via e-mail or mail. Please register each child separately.
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 (PRE) ActivityF 12/2 6:00-9:30P 6-12 11/18 Free 113806-01 F 12/16 6:00-9:30P 6-12 12/2 Free 113806-02 F 1/13 6:00-9:30P 6-12 12/30 Free 113806-03 F 1/27 6:00-9:30P 6-12 1/13 Free 113806-04
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Santa's Coming to TownCommunity CenterHe sees you when you’re sleeping, he knows when you’re awake, he knows if you've been bad or good, so be good for goodness sake! Enjoy a visit with Santa and receive a special photo to remember your visit. After the event, enjoy a day of play at Mason Community Center.
Registration is not required and payment can be made on the day of the event. A Mason Community Center day pass is included in the registration cost for each non-member family.
Day Date Time Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR)Family: 4 ParticipantsSa 12/3 9:00-11:00A $0 /$0 /$10 /$10Each additional family member (Participants 5+)Sa 12/3 9:00-11:00A $0 /$0 /$5 /$5
Try It: SPORTS!Community CenterMason Community Center is proud to partner with several special needs organizations in the Mason area to provide information about programming for all abilities.
This unique one-day program allows families with special needs to feel comfortable trying a new activity without the pressure of having to join a team or class to participate. "Try It" offers a safe, sensory-friendly room to try out several great sports, including soccer, baseball, and a Zumba class sampler, to begin a new healthy lifestyle for your child.
As parents, you will meet the experienced individuals who will be supporting your child and answer any questions you may have. Their programs have been designed to work with your child to support any and all levels of participation. In addition, buddies will be available to come alongside your child to make sure he or she has a positive experience while trying a new skill.
Day Date Time Age FeeSa 1/28 2:00-4:00P All Free
4 December 2011 / January 2012 PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident NR: Non-resident
Winter Camping Lock-InGymnasiumOur first ever winter camping lock-in offers new and exciting opportunities to get the outdoor camping experience—but in the comfort of the indoors.
Teen campers are invited to bring in camping equipment such as sleeping bags and tents but leave the bug spray at home! Campers will participate in rock wall climbing, flashlight tag, campfire stories, s’mores, survival skills, hiking, and more! Many of the activities will promote leadership, teamwork, and responsibility. Dinner and breakfast will be provided. Campers and chaperones will be separated by gender at the conclusion of the night’s activities.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTh-F 12/22-12/23 7:00P-8:00A 13-17 12/15 $19/$22/$28/$33 131150-01
AQUATICS Registration hours for swim lessons have been extended to 11 p.m.!Premier registration begins at 8 a.m. on Friday, November 18 Open registration begins at 8 a.m. on Monday, November 21 Registration closes at 11 p.m. on Thursday, November 24
SWIM LESSONS The City of Mason is pleased to offer swim instructions using the updated American Red Cross aquatics program. Enrollment in the listed programs is determined by age and skill performance. Please note that participants can be registered for only one class per session. If you do not have a community center membership, please stop at the desk at the front entrance to check in on the days of your lesson. Make-up swim lessons will be scheduled only if the pool is closed for weather or maintenance. The make-up class will be on the corresponding day of the week after the last scheduled class.
Water TotsLeisure PoolLearn basic water safety and self-help skills for your infant or toddler while focusing on water adjustment, preparatory activities for swimming, and enjoyment for you and your child. An adult must accompany the child in the water. Children in diapers must wear swim diapers or securely fitted rubber pants.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM 12/5-2/6 6:00-6:30P 6mo-2yrs 11/27 $38 /$44 /$55 /$66 652010-01*Tu 12/6-2/7 5:25-5:55P 18mo-2yrs 11/27 $38 /$44 /$55 /$66 652010-03*W 12/7-2/8 6:00-6:30P 18mo-2yrs 11/27 $38 /$44 /$55 /$66 652010-05*Sa 12/10-2/11 11:05-11:35A 18mo-2yrs 11/27 $38 /$44 /$55 /$66 652010-06**No Class 12/20-1/3, 1/16
Preschool 1Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Three years old and comfortable in a class setting without a parent.
Your child will become oriented to the aquatic environment and learn elementary skills such as buoyancy, supported floating, water entry and exit, blowing bubbles, and alternating arm action. The skills in this class are modeled after the skills in Level 1.
Preschool 2Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Three years old and have a Preschool 1 certificate, or able to submerge head and blow underwater bubbles with the mouth and nose, move five yards in the pool, bob five times, float on front and back with minimal support, and open the eyes underwater to recover an object at arm's length.
Your child will learn how to float on front and back without support and recover to a vertical position, the arm and leg motions of treading water, submerge the entire head for five seconds, push off the wall, and swim using a combination of arm and leg action on front and back for 15 feet. Preschool 2 is a challenging class that is often repeated and modeled after the skills in Level 2.
Preschool 3Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Four years old, have a Preschool 2 certificate, and able to swim independently on front and back in deep water.
Your child will learn rotary breathing with the front crawl and continue working on the back crawl, elements of butterfly, and fundamentals of treading water.
Your child will become oriented to the aquatic environment by learning elementary skills such as buoyancy, supported floating, introductory treading motions, breath control, water entry and exit, rolling from front to back and back to front, and alternating arm action.
Level 2Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Five years old and have a Level 1 or Preschool 1 certificate, or able to blow bubbles with the mouth and nose, move five yards in the pool, bob five times, float on front and back with minimal support, and open the eyes underwater to recover an item at arm's length.
Your child will learn to float without support and recover to a vertical position, jump from the side, the arm and leg motions of treading water, push off the wall, fully submerge, glide on front and back, and swim using a combination of arm and leg action on front and back for 15 feet.
Level 3Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Five years old and have a Level 2 certificate, or able to front float for five seconds, then roll over to a back float for five seconds, roll over again to a front float, and return to a standing position independently. Children must also be able to swim 15 yards of a combined stroke on front and back.
Your child will learn rotary breathing with the front crawl, work on the back crawl and treading water, streamline positions on front and back, and learn elements of butterfly and sidestroke.
Splash on in! Looking for an effective, low-impact exercise? We offer water aerobics as part of our extensive drop-in group exercise program. Pick up a complete list of all drop-in group exercise offerings at the front desk or view it online at www.imaginemason.org.
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Level 4Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Five years old and have a Level 3 certificate, or able to jump into chest-deep water from the side, front crawl using rotary breathing for 15 yards, maintain body position by floating or treading water for 30 seconds, and swim the back crawl for 15 yards.
Your child will learn to dive from a compact or stride position, improve skills and endurance by swimming front and back crawl for greater distances, and continue working on butterfly, elementary back, and breast strokes. Elements of the sidestroke will be introduced.
Level 5Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Six years old and have a Level 4 certificate, or able to swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 25 yards, elementary backstroke for 15 yards, breaststroke for 15 yards, back crawl for 25 yards, tread water for one minute, and float on the back in deep water for one minute.
Your child will refine his or her strokes and increase distance while learning flip turns on front and back, sculling, and diving.
Level 6Leisure PoolPrerequisite: Six years old and have a Level 5 certificate, or demonstrate the skills necessary to complete Level 5.
Your child will swim 100 yards of front and back crawl and 50 yards of breaststroke, elementary backstroke, and butterfly while working toward better efficiency, strength, and smoothness.
Adaptive AquaticsLeisure PoolAdaptive Aquatics is a Learn-to-Swim program designed for children with special needs requiring assistance. Qualified staff will help participants enhance their swimming ability and comfort level.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 12/7-2/8 5:25-5:55P 5-12 11/27 $43 /$50 /$63 /$75 652018-01**No Class 12/20-1/3
Adult BeginnersLeisure PoolImprove comfort and technique in the water through basic swim mechanics, including flutter kick, rhythmic breathing and breath control, front crawl arm mechanics, and elementary backstroke. Additional instruction includes the safety skills of bobbing, floating, and gliding.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTh 12/8-2/9 7:00-7:45P 15 & up 11/27 $43 /$50 /$63 /$75 652011-02*Su 12/11-2/12 12:15-1:00P 15 & up 11/27 $43 /$50 /$63 /$75 652011-03**No Class 12/20-1/3
Adult Intermediate/AdvancedLeisure PoolRefine your freestyle and elementary backstroke and build endurance through lap swimming. Back crawl and breaststroke, deep-water exploration, and treading water will be introduced and built upon.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivitySu 12/4-2/12 1:05-1:50P 15 & up 11/27 $43 /$50 /$63 /$75 652014-01**No Class 12/20-1/3
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 practice 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-F 12/1-12/30 6:00-7:30A 19 & up $26 /$30 /$38 /$45 552008-12
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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, 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.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM-F 12/5-12/9 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 11/28 $59 /$69 /$87 /$104 136514-01 Penguins and Polar BearsM-F 12/12-12/16 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 12/5 $59 /$69 /$87 /$104 136514-02 SnowmenM-F 1/9-1/13 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 1/2 $59 /$69 /$87 /$104 136514-03
Tu-F 1/17-1/20 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 1/9 $48 /$56 /$70 /$84 136514-04*Winter WonderlandM-F 1/23-1/27 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 1/17 $59 /$69 /$87 /$104 136514-05 Tropical FunM-F 1/30-2/3 9:00A-12:00P 3-5 1/23 $59 /$69 /$87 /$104 136514-06 All Sorts of Sports*No class 1/16. Camp will not be held on days when Mason City Schools are not in session.
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.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM-F 12/5-12/9 12:00-1:00P 3-5 11/28 $6 /$7 /$9 /$11 136515-01 M-F 12/12-12/16 12:00-1:00P 3-5 12/5 $6 /$7 /$9 /$11 136515-02 M-F 1/9-1/13 12:00-1:00P 3-5 1/2 $6 /$7 /$9 /$11 136515-03 Tu-F 1/17-1/20 12:00-1:00P 3-5 1/9 $5 /$6 /$8 /$9 136515-04*M-F 1/23-1/27 12:00-1:00P 3-5 1/17 $6 /$7 /$9 /$11 136515-05 M-F 1/30-2/3 12:00-1:00P 3-5 1/23 $6 /$7 /$9 /$11 136515-06 *No class 1/16. Lunch & Show will not be held on days when Mason City Schools are not in session.
School's Out Fun DaysActivity Room BOn scheduled break days in the Mason City School District, Mason Community Center offers special programming. Children will participate in exciting activities including games, arts and crafts, free time, swimming, and more. Take this opportunity for your child to meet new friends and have fun while you have the comfort of knowing where your child will be. Please pack a lunch, two snacks, a swimsuit, and a towel each day.
Supervised care on snow days for children ages � to ��.Snow Day Camp takes place from � a.m. to � p.m. whenever the Mason City School District cancels classes due to inclement weather. Each snow day will feature group games, cra� s, sport activities, a movie, and swimming.
Please pack a full lunch, refi llable water bo� le, plenty of snacks, extra clothing, gym shoes, swimsuit, and towel for your child.
For same day announcements, registration begins at ���� a.m. or when the announcement is made, whichever is later. If announced the night before, early registration online is available. To register, call ������������ or register online at www.imaginemason.org for activity ������. Space is limited to the fi rst �� registered participants.
SNOW DAY CAMP FEES: Daily Fee:$��/day for Mason Community Center Premier members $��/day for Basic members$��/day for Mason residents$��/day for non-Mason residents
School's Out Extended HoursActivity Room BIf it's impossible for you to meet the School's Out Fun Day's pickup and drop-off times, sign up for our Extended Hours Program! 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) ActivityW 12/21 7:30-9:00A 6-12 12/14 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-04 W 12/21 4:00-5:30P 6-12 12/14 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-04 Th 12/22 7:30-9:00A 6-12 12/15 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-05 Th 12/22 4:00-5:30P 6-12 12/15 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-05 F 12/23 7:30-9:00A 6-12 12/16 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-06 F 12/23 4:00-5:30P 6-12 12/16 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-06 M 1/2 7:30-9:00A 6-12 12/26 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-12 M 1/2 4:00-5:30P 6-12 12/26 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-12 Tu 1/3 7:30-9:00A 6-12 12/27 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-13 Tu 1/3 4:00-5:30P 6-12 12/27 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-13 M 1/16 7:30-9:00A 6-12 1/9 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536502-14 M 1/16 4:00-5:30P 6-12 1/9 $2 /$5 /$6 /$7 536503-14
8 December 2011 / January 2012 PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident NR: Non-resident
Make the most out of winter break with a Caribbean Stay-cation
Enjoy days full of activities mimicking a Caribbean vacation getaway such as: • Rock Climbing • Tennis • “Beach” Volleyball • Swimming • Frisbee • And more!
December 26 - December 30, 2011 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.Children ages 6 to 12
Daily and weekly registration available. $145 for Premier members
$170 for Basic members$213 for Mason residents
$255 for non-residents(Visit www.imaginemason.org for daily rates.)
ENRICHMENTARTS & CRAFTS
Clay for KidsActivity Room B
Holiday ClayLearn to make a clay gingerbread house and other holiday gifts from stoneware clay. These pieces will be kiln-fired. The second class you will glaze your sculptures and add all the finishing touches to your truly personal gifts. The sculptures will be kiln-fired again and can be picked up 5 days after the last class, just in time for the gift-giving season.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 12/6-12/13 5:00-6:00P 6-10 11/29 $23 /$26 /$33 /$39 131100-02
Clay for KidsHave 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 beginning 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 1/3-1/31 5:00-6:00P 6-10 12/27 $47 /$55 /$69 /$83 131100-01
Pre-School Drawing ClassesActivity Room BEach week, your child will develop fine motor skills, 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) ActivityTu 1/10-2/14 6:15-7:00P 4-6 1/3 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 131200-01 W 1/11-2/15 6:00-6:45P 4-6 1/4 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 131200-02
Elementary Drawing ClassesActivity Room BIncrease your child's 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 1/11-2/15 4:45-5:45P 6-12 1/4 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 131202-01
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 1/9-2/13 6:00-7:00P 7-13 1/2 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 131210-01
Pre-Teen Drawing/CartooningActivity Room BMore complex concepts, such as shading and highlighting, perspective, and color theory, are introduced in this class. This is a fun, social environment for learning foundational art skills that can give your child the academic advantage. No lessons will be repeated.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 1/10-2/14 7:15-8:15P 8-13 1/3 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 131207-01
Looking for Dance Classes?Sessions will begin February 1. Please see the next issue of CenterPoint for specific dates and times.
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It’s What I Want! Teen ProgrammingWe’re working on new teen-focused programs at Mason Community Center. One of our first events is the Winter Break Indoor Camping Lock-in for teens ages 13 to 17. Dinner, breakfast, and a night full of fun will be provided! See page 4 for details.
Teens are welcome at many of our programs:
• Teens Boot Camp Studio A – Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. - $0/$2/$10/$10
• Zumba Studio A – Monday/Thursday at 7 p.m. - $0/$2/$10/$10
• Rewind to the 80’s Studio A – Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. - $0/$2/$10/$10
• Swim Lessons
• Give it a TRI: Triathlon (register before January 25) $15/$17/$22/$26
• Give it a TRI: Duathlon (register before January 25) $16/$18/$23/$27
• Youth Strength & Flexibility Academy (ages 9 to 14) $25/$29/$37/$44
• Glute-iator Boot Camp $14/$16/$20/$24
• Gymnastics
• Tae Kwon Do
Watch for more teen programs to be added in the coming months. If you have ideas for teen programs, please contact Chrissy Avery at 513.229.8555 or e-mail [email protected].
TECHNOLOGY
Digital PhotographyMason Municipal Center – EOC (meet in Atrium next to elevators)
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 12/7 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 11/30 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 441418-02
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.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 12/14 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 12/7 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 441419-02
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.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 12/21 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 12/14 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 441420-02
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.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 12/28 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 12/21 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 441421-03
Computer BasicsMason Municipal Center – EOC (meet in Atrium next to elevators)Learn how to define key computer-related terms, navigate using the mouse, and turn the computer on and off properly. You will also learn the concept of Windows, having multiple windows open on your desktop at once, and working with files, folders, and Windows Explorer.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 1/10-1/31 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 1/3 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 141400-01
Kids for the Cure T-shirt Design Contest Winner
Kids Korner at Mason Community Center is proud to offer congratulations to Alexis Stevens, winner of the 2011 Kids for the Cure T-shirt design contest!
While visiting Kids’ Korner, 9-year old Alexis participated in a contest to design a T-shirt for the annual Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation’s Race for the Cure. Her design was printed on T-shirts and Alexis was named ambassador for the Kids for the Cure Walk. She also won breakfast for herself and five friends at First Watch.
Alexis shows off her winning design during a visit to Kids Korner.
10 December 2011 / January 2012 PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident NR: Non-resident
Advanced WordMason Municipal Center – EOC (meet in Atrium next to elevators)Learn how to incorporate tools like word art, tables, objects, columns, margins, page setup, and mail merge while creating text documents, letters, résumés, envelopes, banners, and calendars.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 1/10-1/24 6:30-8:30P 18 & up 1/3 $51 /$60 /$75 /$90 141414-01
PowerPointMason Municipal Center – EOC (meet in Atrium next to elevators)Building on your word processing skills, this three-week PowerPoint class will give you the basic tools to create colorful slide presentations, handouts, or flyers for work or school. You'll learn how to use text boxes and insert objects, to create master slides, themes, and backgrounds, and how to use custom animations.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu 12/13-12/27 6:30-8:30P 18 & up 12/6 $51 /$60 /$75 /$90 141409-01
Beginning InternetMason Municipal Center – EOC (meet in Atrium next to elevators)Navigate 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) ActivityTu 12/6-12/27 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 11/29 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 141401-01
Spyware and Anti-VirusesMason Municipal Center – EOC (meet in Atrium next to elevators)Learn simple tips and tricks that will help keep your computer from being exposed to the dangers of the Internet, including how to deal with pop-ups, avoiding viruses, and protecting your personal information.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 1/11 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 1/4 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 141411-01
eBay BuyingMason Municipal Center – EOC (meet in Atrium next to elevators)Learn 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.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 1/18 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 1/11 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 141422-01
eBay SellingMason Municipal Center – EOC (meet in Atrium next to elevators)Learn 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.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityW 1/25 10:00A-12:00P 18 & up 1/18 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 141423-01
FITNESS & HEALTHLIVE WELL IN MASON
Join us for the fourth annual
MocktailsWhat is a Mocktail, you ask? It’s a cocktail without the alcohol!
In preparation for your upcoming holiday party, we invite you to a�end our party and sample some free delicious and safer alternatives to traditional cocktails. Then cast your vote! Categories will be Best Drink Name, Best Taste, and Best Presentation.
When: Wednesday, December �� Where: Mason Community Center Main Street Corridor ���� Mason-Montgomery Road Time: �� a.m. - � p.m.
Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure & Body Composition ChecksMember LoungeLive Well in Mason offers free blood pressure and body composition testing the first Tuesday of each month. Stop by to keep a regular check on your numbers.
Day Date Time Age Fee ActivityTu 12/6 10:30-11:30A 12 & up Free 186400-01 Tu 1/3 10:30-11:30A 12 & up Free 186400-02
Your Health Matters Series: Exercise is MedicineMeeting RoomYour health matters! Learn how to use exercise as medicine; a fast and effective tool to help prevent or manage many of the most common chronic health conditions. Check out the Mason Community Center Main Lobby for more information.
Day Date Age FeeW 1/11 All Free
11December 2011 / January 2012To register, see page 2.
Mason Community Center members, start off your New Year’s fitness goals with a ��-week weight loss challenge! Beginning January �, we’ll help you reach your fitness goals with: • weekly interactive how-to clinics • fitness tips • group exercise offerings • healthy eating advice from our nutritionist
Prizes will be awarded for the top male and female finishers in the following categories: • Most Pounds Lost • Most Percent Body Weight Lost • Most Pound Rewards Points**Pound Rewards Points are awarded for sign-ins and activity participation to help you meet your goals. Look le� for “Ways to Lose.”
It’s only $�� to participate. Registrater for activity number ������-�� by December �� to receive an Empowered to Lose BIG T-shirt! (Registrations a�er December �� are not guaranteed a T-shirt.)
EMPOWERED TO LOSE BIG HOW-TO CLINICS**
WAYS TO LOSE:In addition to actual weight lost, pound rewards can be earned through the following participant opportunities:
• Sign in at the fitness center desk each time you visit�� sign-ins = 1/2 pound reward
• Fitness Center Orientation = 1/2 pound reward
• Sign up for personal training = 1/2 pound reward
Earn an additional 1/2 pound reward for every � sessions purchased
• Participate in any Live Well in Mason event = 1/2 pound reward each program
• Participate in Give it a TRI: Triathlon/Duathlon (see page �� for details) = � pound reward
• Participate in How-To Clinics = 1/2 pound reward for each new clinic
Participate in all nine How-To Clinics = extra 1/2 pound reward (� pound reward points total)
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Saturday, January � | noon | Fitness Centerfeaturing food, games, prizes, and more!
12 December 2011 / January 2012
Christmas/Winter Holiday Group Exercise Schedule: December 19, 2011 - January 1, 2012
6:30p Cycling Intervals (C) Caelin (60 min) 12 max
Power Yoga (B) Kim (60 min) 25 max
Cycling Intervals (C) Caelin (60 min) 12 max
Power Yoga (B) Kim (60 min) 25 max
The Ride (A) Caelin (60 min) 29 max
Power Yoga (B) Kim (60 min) 25 max
Zumba (A) Jackie (60 min) 40 max
11:00a
Thanksgiving Holiday Group Exercise Schedule: November 24 - 27, 2011
Christmas/Winter Holiday Group Exercise Schedule: December 19, 2011 - January 1, 2012
During listed holiday dates, all regularly schedule drop-in group exercise classes are postponed.
Bring YourOwn Body (B)
Body & MindFlow Yoga: Move at your own pace as you explore medi-tative flows of movement linked via breath, classic yoga postures, and creative variations. All levels welcome.Gentle Yoga: A gently paced sequence of classic Hatha yoga postures to stretch, tone, and strengthen. All levels welcome.Power Yoga: Combine heat with the breath and movement of Vinyasa Flow for an empowering workout. Intermediate to advanced.Yoga Flex: Designed for active athletes looking for a good total body stretch. All levels welcome.
Body & DanceZumba: This fusion of Latin and international music and dance themes creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective fit-ness system. All levels welcome.
Body & Strength Total Body Tone: A non-aerobic, total body strength training session using hand weights, resistance balls, and body bars. All levels welcome.Train It!: Promote muscular endurance, improve your fat burning ability, and increase your overall self-confidence through squats, press lifts, and curls. All levels welcome.
Body & CardioBlock it!: Combine cardio segments using 4- to 6-pound body bars with the squats, lifts, and curls of Train it! in this energetic interval workout. All levels welcome. Bring it!: High impact and high energy! Combine agility, endurance, and speed drills in this indoor/outdoor (weather permitting) class. Intermediate to advanced.Bring Your Own Body: An effective body weight exer-cise program that will push you in ways that a traditional gym workout won’t. Discover how you can maximize your strength, flexibility, and agility using just your body weight. All levels welcome.Cycling Intervals: Combine the cardio of cycling with strength training on and off the bicycle in a heart-pumping workout. All levels welcome.Kickboxing: Challenge your speed, power, and strength with a combination of heavy bag, weighted gloves, and boot camp drills. Gloves and heavy bags are provided. Intermedi-ate to advanced.The Ride: Vary your intensity level by using your bicycle’s resistance knob. This is a great cardio workout that really challenges your lower body. All levels welcome.
6:30p Cycling Intervals (C) Caelin (60 min) 12 max
Power Yoga (B) Kim (60 min) 25 max
Cycling Intervals (C) Caelin (60 min) 12 max
Power Yoga (B) Kim (60 min) 25 max
The Ride (A) Caelin (60 min) 29 max
Power Yoga (B) Kim (60 min) 25 max
Zumba (A) Jackie (60 min) 40 max
11:00a
Thanksgiving Holiday Group Exercise Schedule: November 24 - 27, 2011
Christmas/Winter Holiday Group Exercise Schedule: December 19, 2011 - January 1, 2012
During listed holiday dates, all regularly schedule drop-in group exercise classes are postponed.
Bring YourOwn Body (B)
13December 2011 / January 2012To register, see page 2.
Give it a TRI:Triathlon/DuathlonSunday, February �
Test your training on in a non-competitive, multi-sport triathlon or duathlon hosted by Mason Community Center and Mojo Running.
���Participants �� and up will be assigned a start time between � a.m. and �� p.m.
- �� minute swim, �� minute bike, �� minute run OR �� minute run, �� minute bike, additional �� minute run.
- Set transition times between events. - Performance determined by total distance covered in
allo� ed time. - Registration required by January ��.* - $�� for Premier members, $�� for Basic Members, $�� for
Mason residents, $�� for non-residents.* - Register online at www.imaginemason.org or call
���.���.����. Use activity number ������ for the triathlon and activity number ������ for the duathlon.
*Registration will be taken a� er January �� according to availability. Fees a� er January �� are $�� for Premier members, $�� for Basic members, $�� for Mason residents, $�� for non-residents.
Mojo
RunningLive Life in Forward Motion
Open Gym Usage The Field House will be unavailable due to the wonderful success of the youth basketball program, now serving over 1,200 Mason youth.
Food for Fuel: Healthy Weight ManagementMeeting RoomTime to eat, drink and be healthy! Learn the best ways to eat to achieve optimal energy, performance, and weight control with Pavilion Dietitian Becky Diener, RD LD. Take charge of your health today!
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee ActivityTh 1/26 5:30-6:30P All 1/19 Free 186402-02
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
Fend Off Holiday Weight GainBy Tiffany Wentzel Fitness Program Coordinator
As the holidays approach, it gets harder to stay on track with your fitness regimen. We tend to eat more and exercise less—and almost out of nowhere the pounds we tried so hard to lose all summer are back. To help stay on track this winter season, take some time out for yourself.
Don’t have time to go to the gym? Do you feel like you don’t even have 30 minutes to exercise? Intermittent exercise can be just as effective as doing it all at once. You can do 10-15 minute bouts of exercise 3 times a day. Here’s how:• Do a short workout tape (leave it in your DVD player so
you don’t have to search for it).• Take the dog for a walk or go on a walk with the family.• Walk your stairs for 10 minutes.• When at work, use your breaks to walk around or walk the
stairs.• When watching TV, use commercial time to do squats,
lunges, crunches, etc.
Eating during the holidays:• Use smaller plates at meals. This is an easy way to cut
down portions while still seeing a full plate.• When you gather for meals on the holidays, put the food
away after you eat to avoid grazing and overeating. • Plan activities after meals to avoid sitting around and
eating out of boredom. • Set a house rule that the kitchen is “closed” at a certain
time at night to avoid late night snacking (your last meal should be at least 2 hours before bedtime).
• Drink plenty of water. We tend to not feel as thirsty in the winter but our body still needs it just as much as when it’s hot out.
Give yourself some incentive:• Start the new year right by joining our new Empowered to
Lose BIG Challenge, formerly known as The Biggest Loser. It’s going to be bigger and better than last year—so don’t miss out!
• Check out the Community Center Facebook page for weekly fitness tips.
Don’t wait until “Monday” to start eating right or exercising. What’s wrong with today?
Fitness Center OrientationsFitness CenterWhether 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.
Time Age Fee (PRE/BAS)By Appointment 12 & up Free to members
14 December 2011 / January 2012 PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident NR: Non-resident
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 Age FeeTu,Th 10:45-11:45A 15 & up Free*No Session 11/24
FITNESS PROGRAMS
Youth Strength & Flexibility AcademyGymnasium BHave you ever sat on the sidelines and observed your athlete run out of energy, steam, or enthusiasm due to fatigue? Has fatigue impacted his or her true ability to have lasting endurance to play to their potential? Have you ever thought your athlete’s self-esteem would be higher if he or she performed to their potential by being in better shape? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then the Youth Strength & Flexibility Academy is the right place for your athlete to improve for the next season.
Personal trainers and youth coaches will apply their knowledge, skill, and ability to facilitate technical instruction to help your athlete enhance his or her skills through strength training and flexibility exercises.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 12/1-12/15 6:00-6:45P 9-11 11/24 $25 /$29 /$37 /$44 461800-05 Tu,Th 12/1-12/15 7:00-7:45P 12-14 11/24 $25 /$29 /$37 /$44 461800-06
Parent & Youth Workout TimeCommunity CenterTen 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 1:00-6:00P 10-14 Free
Bodies in Balance: WaterFitness CenterBodies in Balance is ideal for those who have arthritis, Parkinson, 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 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 12/7-1/25 11:00-11:45A 18 & up 11/30 $45 /$52 /$65 /$78 161604-01 Individual Class option available provided the class is not filledW 12/7-1/25 11:00-11:45A 18 & up * $9 /$10 /$13 /$15 161604-02 *One day prior to class. Drop-in option not currently available.
Glute-iator Boot CampFitness CenterIt’s never too early to start working on your better body. Our certified personal trainer will lead the class through a specially designed bootcamp that burns fat and gets you fit by targeting the areas of most concern. This 45 minute class features glutes and legs and will help tone and lift your rear into gear.
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 arms, core, and more!
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityM,W 1/9-2/1 9:30-10:15A 12 & up 1/2 $14 /$16 /$20 /$24 161600-01
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 since 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 12/22-1/19 5:00-5:45P 55 & up 12/15 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 161603-05F 12/23-1/20 11:00-11:45A 55 & up 12/16 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 161603-01 Th 1/26-2/23 5:00-5:45P 55 & up 1/19 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 161603-07F 1/27-2/24 11:00-11:45A 55 & up 1/20 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 161603-03
“Shop Local” at Mason Community Center
Featuring Mason area merchants and home sales representatives.
Cash and carry, or place your order for delivery before December ��.
Members and non-members welcome!Ask for a tour of the community center a� er
you shop.
Wednesday, December �, ������:�� a.m. to � p.m.
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If you or your store would like to participate in the event, please call ���.���.�������Applications will be accepted through December �.
Additional Class Day Available!
15December 2011 / January 2012To register, see page 2.
Bodies in Balance: Group Classes
for Disease specific patients
Bodies in Balance is a new program that was created for those who have arthritis, Parkinsons, fibromyalgia, or any other joint issues that may benefit from exercise. Exercise can help control progression and pain associated with joint diseases. A program that helps you stay active will help you live a more functional life
Several options for continued exercise are available at Mason Community Center. Private sessions in the center’s Clinical Exercise and Post Rehabilitation programs are one option. Others may enjoy the social aspect and comfort of working with others in similar situations, as well as the lower cost of the new “Bodies in Balance” program.
Bodies in Balance is a rehab-based exercise class and, compared to other land classes or to a traditional water fit class, takes more of a medical approach while also serving as a fitness class. Led by a certified athletic trainer, it is a basic class for starting an exercise program.
The idea is to train to keep your “body in balance.”
Initially, Bodies in Balance: Water will be offered. If you prefer land-based programs, watch for the debut of Bod-ies in Balance: Land.
Bodies in Balance: WaterBy using the high resistance and low impact properties
that water creates on your body, you can increase overall muscle strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility through activities that may be hard to do on land.
The class is ideal for those who have arthritis, Parkin-son, fibromyalgia, or any other joint issues that may ben-efit from water exercise. By using the high resistance and low impact properties that water creates on your body, you can increase overall muscle strength, endurance, bal-ance, and flexibility.
All classes are held at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays and are led by a certified personal trainer. Please see the program listing on page 14 for enrollment information.
PERSONAL TRAINING
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.
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.
• One-on-one sessions with a Certifi ed Athletic Trainer• High-resistance, low-impact environment• Ideal for a wide variety of individuals and injuries• Improve strenghth, fl exibility, and cardiovascular
conditioning• Available through our Clinical Exercise Program
(a medical referral from your physician is required)• One-, four-, and eight-session
packages available for purchase
MASON COMMUNITY CENTER6050 Mason-Montgomery RoadMason, Ohio 45040
513.229.8555 • www.imaginemason.org
16 December 2011 / January 2012 PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident NR: Non-resident
New Group Exercise Class Format Debuts in January
Mason Community Center is proud to begin featuring BODYPUMP™ classes beginning in January. BODYPUMP will help you burn calories while you improve your strength and endurance in all the major muscle groups.· Ideal for both men and women· Gets you going with lively music and choreography· Keeps your interest with new routines every three
months or so· Strengthens your entire body· Combines free weights, barbells, and aerobic step· Is part of a well established global group fitness program
When you join this group exercise class, you’ll be joining a community of like-minded individuals in 75 countries who are building better strength, shaping and toning muscles, improving bone density, and improving overall fitness. You’ll burn up to 600 calories per class—great for weight control—and come away feeling strong and confident.
BODYPUMP is a barbell class that combines the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts, and curls, with great music, trained instructors, and your choice of weights. All equipment will be provided. You just need comfortable workout clothes, a water bottle, a towel—or plan to use the center’s free towel service, and gym shoes. Cross-trainers are recommended because they will pro-vide better foot support for the types of movements you will be doing in class.
A typical class is 60 minutes and begins with a warm-up using light weights to get you moving. A certified BODY-PUMP instructor will then guide you through the main
part of the workout, focusing on exercises for each of the major muscle groups: legs/squats, chest, back, triceps, biceps, lunges, shoulders, and abdominals. You’ll finish with stretches to help reduce the risk of muscle soreness or injury.
You’ll probably feel a little sore after the first class—but keep at it! It’ll get easier! After your first few classes, take just two or three BODYPUMP classes a week. Your body needs recovery time between workouts and you should rest at least one day between classes.
BODYPUMP is now one of many group exercise classes offered each week at Mason Community Center. Pick up a group exercise schedule at the center or visit www.imaginemason.org. Start today and begin reaping the benefits of BODYPUMP!
Tips for getting the most out of BODYPUMP• Good posture is the foundation of all exercise.
Focus on getting your technique right from the beginning.
• Don’t overdo it with the weights. Remember that BODYPUMP™ uses high repetition to tone and strengthen. Start gradually increasing them after six weeks.
• Look after your joints by always keeping them slightly bent—not locked—and perform the movements smoothly.
17December 2011 / January 2012To register, see page 2.
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
Ask about our large group training or private group exercise classes.
Meet the TrainerCommunity CenterNew Year = New You!
Looking to change your lifestyle, lose some weight, become stronger, or even train for an event? Let us help you. Meet the personal training team, sign up for the Empowered to Lose Big weight loss challenge, and take advantage of our limited time promotional training offer to help you become an amazing new you.
Receive 15% off of any personal training purchase when you sign up with a trainer at the January "Meet the Trainer" event!*
Day Date TimeSa 1/7 9:00-11:00A
*Discount available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. the day of the event only.
Mason’s Post Rehab Program
Let our Certified Personal Trainer help you transition from managed physical therapy to your own exercise program • 12-week program • Certified Personal Trainer guidance • A workout routine specific to your needs • Full membership at Mason Community Center for 12 weeks • No enrollment fee to continue your Community Center membership
To learn more, stop in to talk with our Wellness Supervisor or call 513.229.8555
Mason Community Center6050 Mason-Montgomery Road
Mason OH 45040513.229.8555
www.imaginemason.org
Give family fun and fitness!
Give your friends and family the gi� of fun and fi tness this holiday season. Mason Community Center gi� cards can be used toward membership purchases and upgrades, program
fees, and café and Symbiosis* purchases.*Restrictions apply. See store for details.
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18 December 2011 / January 2012 PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident NR: Non-resident
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 1/2-2/27 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 12/26 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-01*Tu 1/3-2/21 10:30-11:00A 18mo-3yr 12/27 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-02 W 1/4-2/22 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 12/28 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-03 Th 1/5-2/23 9:45-10:15A 18mo-3yr 12/29 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-04 F 1/6-2/24 9:45-10:15A 18mo-3yr 12/30 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-05 Sa 1/7-2/25 10:00-10:30A 18mo-3yr 12/31 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132360-06 *No Class 2/20
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 1/2-2/27 10:30-11:15A 3 12/26 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-01*Tu 1/3-2/21 11:00-11:45A 3 12/27 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-02 W 1/4-2/22 4:15-5:00P 3 12/28 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-03 Th 1/5-2/23 10:15-11:00A 3 12/29 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-04 Th 1/5-2/23 4:00-4:45P 3 12/29 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-05 F 1/6-2/24 11:15A-12:00P 3 12/30 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-06 Sa 1/7-2/25 10:30-11:15A 3 12/31 $56 /$65 /$82 /$98 132369-07 *No Class 2/20
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 1/4-2/22 10:30-11:30A 4-5 12/28 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-02 W 1/4-2/22 5:00-6:00P 4-5 12/28 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-03 Th 1/5-2/23 11:00A-12:00P 4-5 12/29 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-04 Th 1/5-2/23 6:00-7:00P 4-5 12/29 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-05 F 1/6-2/24 10:15-11:15A 4-5 12/30 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-06 Sa 1/7-2/25 11:15A-12:15P 4-5 12/31 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132370-07
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 1/3-2/21 5:00-6:00P 6-7 12/27 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132371-06 W 1/4-2/22 7:15-8:15P 6-7 12/28 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132371-07 Th 1/5-2/23 5:00-6:00P 6-7 12/29 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132371-08 Sa 1/7-2/25 12:15-1:15P 6-7 12/31 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132371-09
SPORTS
Golf TipA tip from Andy Horn, golf pro at the Golf Center at Kings Island
As we enter into the winter golf season, the hardy winter golfer will dress very differently.
With several layers of clothing on, we all try to overswing to hit the ball like we do in the summer. Keep in mind that if you swing back a little shorter this time of year, you will hit the ball straighter. With the cold hard ground, your ball will go just as far.
Work on your balance and a short backswing in the off season. This will help you hit the ball solidly in the wintertime.
Have fun and play some winter golf at the Grizzly!
EDGE
Belay CertificationThe EdgeObtain independence through the knowledge of basic climbing and belaying skills. Belaying is the process of managing the climbing rope by taking it in or playing it out depending on the direction in which you are moving, and locking it off securely in the event of a fall. As a belayer, you have in your hands the safety of a climber high above who is counting on you to perform well.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivitySa 12/3 12:00-1:00P 18 & up 11/26 $0 /$5 /$7 /$8 111300-01 Sa 12/10 12:00-1:00P 18 & up 12/3 $0 /$5 /$7 /$8 111300-02 Sa 12/17 12:00-1:00P 18 & up 12/10 $0 /$5 /$7 /$8 111300-03 Sa 1/7 12:00-1:00P 18 & up 12/31 $0 /$5 /$7 /$8 111300-04 Sa 1/14 12:00-1:00P 18 & up 1/7 $0 /$5 /$7 /$8 111300-05 Sa 1/21 12:00-1:00P 18 & up 1/14 $0 /$5 /$7 /$8 111300-06 Sa 1/28 12:00-1:00P 18 & up 1/21 $0 /$5 /$7 /$8 111300-07
Holiday Hours Christmas Eve 5 a.m. – 5 p.m.Christmas Day* 12 – 4 p.m.New Year’s Eve 5 a.m. – 5 p.m.New Year’s Day 8 a.m. – 8 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.
19December 2011 / January 2012To register, see page 2.
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 1/3-2/21 6:00-7:00P 8-17 12/27 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132384-01 Th 1/5-2/23 7:00-8:00P 8-17 12/29 $71 /$83 /$104 /$125 132384-02
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 1/4-2/22 6:00-7:15P 8-17 12/28 $88 /$103 /$129 /$155 132381-01
MARTIAL ARTS
Tae Kwon DoThe 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 must remain as spectators of the class for all children under the age of 13.
Tiny TigersStudio BThis 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.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTh 12/8-12/29 4:30-5:00P 4-5 12/1 $24 /$30 /$35 /$40 111101-01 Th 1/5-1/26 4:30-5:00P 4-5 12/29 $24 /$30 /$35 /$40 111101-02
BeginnersGymnasium BNo previous experience is necessary. Adults, teens, and children will learn the basic motions of Tae Kwon Do together in this family-oriented program.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 12/6-12/29 6:00-7:30P 6 & up 11/29 $39 /$45 /$55 /$60 111102-01 Tu,Th 1/3-1/26 6:00-7:30P 6 & up 12/27 $39 /$45 /$55 /$60 111102-02
TRACK
Train the PigUpstairs TrackHave you yearned to do the Flying Pig Marathon but you don’t want to run? Join the Mighty Mason Walkers instead as they train for this premier event. Training begins in January at the Mason Community Center and will include outdoor and indoor training sessions, nutritional information, and a great team atmosphere. Start your new year off right.
A free informational meeting will be held on November 17 at 5:30 p.m. and December 8 at 5:30 p.m. in Activity Room A.
Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) ActivityTu,Th 1/10-5/3 5:00-6:30P 18 & up 1/3 $26 /$30 /$38 /$45 436500-01
Presented By I. k. kim Tae kwon Do
Dressing For Winter Running/WalkingA 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.
Cold temperatures and winter weather don’t mean you have to give up on your outdoor training. Running and walking can still be enjoyed year round if you follow a few simple guidelines. Take the guesswork out of your winter clothing strategy with these guidelines:
1. LAYERING 1-2-3: Perspiration moves more easily through two thin layers than it does through one thick layer. A well-designed layering system keeps you warm and dry, yet still allows freedom of movement.
2. YOU GOTTA BREATHE: Breathable fabrics wick perspiration away from your skin and pass it on to the next layer. One wrong (i.e., non-breathable) piece, and the layering system breaks down—translating into heavy, damp clothing and an unpleasant experience.
3. USE YOUR HEAD: It is a commonly known fact that you lose more than 50 percent of your body heat through your head. Keep your head and other extremities well covered when the temperature dips below 40 degrees.
4. FACE UP TO IT: On cold, windy days, remember to cover your face. Consider buying a neck gaiter or balaclava. If you have neither of these, you can always dab some Vaseline on your face.
5. DoN'T oVERDo IT: More runners overdress than under dress. A good rule of thumb: you should feel chilly during the first mile or so of your run. If you feel toasty soon after heading out the door, you'll likely get too hot and sweaty later on.
6. SAFETY: Incorporate reflective gear into your layering strategy or on top of it. You always want to be seen.
The proper gear is a critical part of continuing to enjoy your outdoor workouts. You no longer need to dress like the Michelin Man to remain warm because today’s technologies make for a lighter and more enjoyable experience.
If you have any questions about technical winter running gear, head over to Mojo Running where skilled staff members can help you pick out the right pieces and fabrics to keep you outdoors, no matter what the weather brings.
20 December 2011 / January 2012 PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident NR: Non-resident
Manta Rays Begin Eighth Season with Tie-Dye Party & Intrasquad Swim Meet
More than 260 Manta Ray swimmers kicked off the 2011-2012 swimming season with a tie-dye party and the Annual Manta Rays Intrasquad Swim Meet in October.
“We have a record number of swimmers this year with over 350 swimmers including our 19 & older adult Masters team,” said Head Coach Ken Heis. “Our annual intrasquad meet is a great opportunity for both the swim-mers and our parent volunteers to kick off the season.”
A few days before the Intrasquad meet, the team hosted a Tie-dye Big/Little Party outside in front of the natatorium. The Big/Little program was started to keep swimmers from getting lost in all of the excitement of a large team. The program pairs younger swimmers on the team with the older swimmers to bring the growing team together as a thriving unit. The swimmers tie-dyed shirts, made posters, and learned team cheers together, creating a basis for the long-term success of the team.
The Mason Manta Rays, a City of Mason USA Swimming team, will host the Southwest Regional Championships on the weekend of February 18-20, 2012. Swim meets bring thousands of swimmers, parents, and officials to the City of Mason’s Mason Community Center. In addition to entry fees helping to raise funds for the city, the High School Swim Boosters operate a concession stand. Many local businesses also reap the rewards of hosting these big meets because these swimmers have such huge appetites.
With more than 350 total swimmers on the team rang-ing in age from 6 to 18, plus a growing adult Masters program, the Mason Manta Rays have become one of the biggest and strongest teams in Southwest Ohio. The program has grown from 110 swimmers to over 350 in seven years. The Manta Rays team has placed very high in the state and is nationally ranked at 60 out of over 2700 teams in the nation.
Running a top USA swim program requires a big commit-ment from parents. In addition to paying the annual fees to the City of Mason, parents volunteer an average of around 30 hours per year, with some parents putting in a lot more.
“Our parents time, run the timing board, officiate, sell T-shirts, organize events, manage the web site, yell and scream for their kids, clean up the bathrooms, take pic-tures, direct traffic, and never say no,” said Geoff Thatcher, a parent with three swimmers on the Mason Manta Rays.
The Mason Manta Rays swim team currently has three swimmers qualified to try out for the USA Olympic team at the 2012 Olympic Trials in Omaha: Dani Barbiea, Austin Caldwell, Amanda Smith
Head Coach Ken Heis has been selected by Ohio Swimming to coach the Elite USA Swimming High Altitude Training Camp at the USA Olympic Training center in Colorado Springs on October 14-17. Several Manta Ray swimmers will be attendance. There is no cost to the City for Coach Heis to attend.
Mason Manta Rays Big/Little swimmers Gabe Fraga (left) and John Galvin show off the team poster they created.
Thank you to our sponsor for the November 9, Your Health Matters: Diabetes Awareness presentation.
Special for our readers: BRAVO Italian Restaurant will give you $20 in free gift certificates when you purchase $100 in gift certificates, just in time for the holidays! See store for details.
Ready to take on the New Year?This 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.
