Spring 2010 Family Schedule

Parent/Child Yoga-Every Friday in March

Every Friday night in March at 5:30pm.
Each week will concentrate on a different  fitness concept.  9-13 yr olds.

 Parent's Night Out

Let Your Kids Enjoy A Friday Night With Us...March 19th!
Friday is Parent's Night! This is a perfect time for Mom and Dad to enjoy an evening together while your kids are safe and having a BLAST with us.  Make sure to pack towel and bathing suit because we plan to take full advantage of the entire facility. Mom and Dad take some time for yourselves . . . your kids really want you to! Space is limited and Parent's Night Out fills quickly. Please register your child in advance. Contact Mary Ked Driver should you have questions (704) 282-4686 or mdriver@monroenc.org.

Parent/Child Yoga

It is never too early to introduce your children to the joys and rewards of yoga. These classes offer age-appropriate yoga exercises for kids ages 9-13. Mom, Dad what better way to get your children exercising then to set the example. Each Friday in August, MAFC is offering Parent/Child Yoga classes designed specifically for children and their parents. Led by our very own certified aerobics instructors, these classes are for the novice or advanced. The focus is on introducing Yoga and its many benefits to your entire family. So Mom and Dad make sure to sign you and your kids up for each Friday. Because of the popularity, you must be pre-registered for each class. Sign ups are at the Front Desk, sorry no drop-ins allowed and these classes are for current and active members only.

BY THE PRICKING OF MY THUMB...

Summer Camp 2009-
Registration is 3/14/09

   SPOTS available for Summer Camp 2009
SUMMER CAMP– just a peek at what's in store!
It truly is the Coolest, Hottest Place in Union County! Well organized, well supervised w/ both male and female counselors our Day Camp W/ A Splash promises to intrigue and fatigue. Below is an idea of what your child will experience. If you need a camp registration packet, and are an active-current MAFC member, contact Mary Ked Drive MAFC's Kids Program Director (704) 282-4688 or mdriver@monroenc.org.

Camp Registration is Saturday March 14th, starting at 8am. Registration is a first pay, first serve basis based on active, current MAFC membership.

*Sample Schedule:
7am - 8am  Drop-off
8:00am - 9:15am  Morning Assembly/Snack (includes free time, games, cards and coloring)
9:15am - 11:30am  Groups rotate through outside organized games/inside crafts/drama/music
11:30am - 12:30pm  Lunch
12:30pm - 2:30pm  Mon/Wed/Fri = Swim at MAFC's waterpark  OR  Tues/Thurs = Field trips
2:30pm - 4:30pm  Organized activities - groups rotate through outside organized games/inside crafts/drama/music which they did not attend in the morning time slot (9:15am - 11:30am)
4:30pm  Snack (with Snow Ice visiting on Mondays and Wednesdays)
5pm - 6pm  Pick-up (free time, board games, cards, coloring)
*schedules may vary*

*Summer Camp Field Trips for '09
Week 1 - Zumma Fun Center (fee includes lunch)
Week 2 - Nascar Speedpark (fee includes lunch)
Week 3 - Lazy 5 Ranch (need to bring a lunch)
Week 4 - Carowinds (bring a lunch)
Week 5 - Extreme Ice Center (bring a lunch)
Week 6 - Carolina Lanes (fee includes lunch)
Week 7 - Kate's Skating Rink (includes lunch)
Week 8 - Discovery Place (need to bring a lunch)
*Field trip fees are in addition to the weekly camp fees. This allows MAFC to charge exactly what is necessary to conduct the trip without charging parents extra.

Spring '09

Lifeguard Training Certifications - Starts November 3rd
Are you 15 or older and looking for a great summer job or challenging career? Lifeguarding will help you develop skills and experiences that will be valued by colleges and future employers. Participants will learn the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Upon successful completion of the course, each new lifeguard will receive certifications in Lifeguard Training and Community First Aid vaild for (3) years and CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) valid for (1) year. For questions or additonal inormation please contact Cindy Lisk, Pool Director. (704) 282-4689 or via email at clisk@monroenc.org.

Registration Deadline: By June 30th (no more than 15 students)
Class Days and Times: Tues/Thurs/Fri's /Sat.'s/Sun. from 7/7/09 - 7/14/09
Ages: 15 years and older
Days & Times: Tues = 4pm-9pm Thurs= 4pm-9pm, Friday = 4pm-9pm, Saturday = 10a-4p, Sunday =  3p-7p
COST:    $75.00 for members OR $125.00 for non-members

Back by Popular Demand...Robert Page!

The Nurtured heart approach puts a refreshing spin on both parenting  and teaching.

April 29th
6:30pm in the Conference Room
Register at the Front Desk
Open to the Public

SUMMER TIME - Kids Quest~
 

 
KID's QUEST
- It`s Back  YOU`RE OUT!!!! - Dodgeball Style! - Kid Quest will re-emerge and take the gymnasium by storm. We will enjoy such games as monkey ball, indoor soccer, balloon stomp and the ever-popular DODGE-BALL. Kids Quest is a FREE event for current/active MAFC members, but they need to be pre-registered if they want to participate. This can be done at the Front Desk. For complete details and the schedule for future Kids Quest events, please do not hesitate to contact Mary Ked, the Children's Program Director, dial (704) 282-4686 or by email at mdriver@monroenc.org 

DATE: Monday and Wednesday all Summer Long!
AGES:  8-12 year olds
REGISTRATION: Just show up at the Gym!
TIMES: 11:00 a.m. and  3:00 p.m.
COST: FREE!
(Please remember, all Childcare rules and MAFC regulations apply)

Weight Loss Support Group

See Front Desk for next Session

REGULARLY SCHEDULED PROGRAMS 

	Traditional Okinawan Karate       For Kids and Adults Isshin-Ryu Karate is a traditional Okinawan form of Karate that became very popular with Marines stationed in Okinawa during and after WWII. It emphasizes self-discipline, basic stances, kicks, hand techniques and self defense techniques. Our limited class sizes provided more indiviualized instruction and all classes are taught by black belts with a rank of 3rd degree or higher. Learn how to move, kick, punch and block properly focusing on respect as the cornerstone on which all true martial arts is built. A karate uniform is not necessary. Students should wear comfortable, loose clothing (sweats). Classes will accommodate beginning students as well as the advanced. Classes are for students 8 and older.
For more information please visit one of our classes taught at the Aquatics Center or visit www.usik.org. Sponsored by: Carolina Isshin Ryu Academy Registration Fee: $25.00 and Class Fee: $25.00/month                        Class Schedule Ages 8 - Adult:      7:30pm - 8:30pm (Thursday evenings) (Please call to reserve your place or feel free to watch and evaluate one of our Thursday evening classes)