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Adult and Youth Programs at Ray's Splash Planet

Program Brochure, Get Going Guide & eParks
Ray's Splash Planet offers a variety of programs that accommodate all age groups, interests and athletics.  Some athletic programs feature sports such as basketball, baseball, soccer and flag football. Other programs include a variety of aerobics instruction, fitness instruction/personal training, no school day camps, preschool activities, swim lessons, dancing, yoga and self-defense instruction. 

Please visit and Download the Fall/Winter 2009/2010 Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Get Going Guide here! You can download or request a catalog to be sent to you. (The free Adobe Reader program is required to view some information on this page.)  Or visit Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation online course registration website eParks here and find out about all the programs and classes we offer. 


 

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2009-2010 No School Day Camps @ Ray's and Spring Break Youth Camp

These mini camps are filled with fun! Camp includes games, sports, arts, crafts and swimming!
Register online for our No School Day Camps here at eParks.

Ages: 6-12
Times:
9am-5pm - $20 Regular hrs
8am-6pm - $25 Pre/Post hrs

Dates:
September 28 2009 (Barcode#2485)
October 29 2009 (Barcode#2487)
November 11 2009 (Barcode#2486)
November 25 2009 (Barcode#2489)
November 27 2009 (Barcode#2490)
January 18 2010 (Barcode#4791)
January 25 2010 (Barcode#4792)
February 15 2010 (Barcode#2624)


Winter Break Youth Camp (6-12 years)
Enjoy Winter Break at Ray's Splash Planet.  This week long camp is designed for kids ages 6-12 years old.  We take a field trip, play sports, games, arts and crafts, and of course lots of SWIMMING!!! 

Dates:
December 21 2009 - January 1 2010

Ages: 6-12
Times:
9am-5pm - $150 Regular hrs
8am-6pm - $25+ Pre/Post hrs

Pre-Registration is required for all No School Day camps at Ray's Splash Planet at least 4 days in advance of class date.  To register, patrons may dial 311 or go online to http://www.parkandrec.com click on Eparks and finally type in the related barcode number.  Patrons may also come to the facility and register as long as it's done 4 days in advance of the camp date. Patrons should contact Emily Cowles for questions or concerns at (704) 432-1139 or by email at emily.cowles@mecklenburgcountync.gov

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Parents Night Out at the Planet
Drop the kids off for an evening of fun with swimming, crafts and games. Snacks will be provided. You must preregister at least 4 days in advance of program. Register online for our Parents Night Out camp here at eParks.


Dates:
Friday, November 6, 2009   (Course#2635)
Friday, December 4, 2009    (Course#2635)
Friday, January 8, 2010    (Course#2635)
Friday, February 5, 2010    (Course#2635)

Times:
6:00pm - 10:00pm

Ages:
5-12yrs

Price:
$10/child

Ages:
5-12yrs
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Swim Lessons @ Ray's Splash Planet
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim
Only the American Red Cross offers six comprehensive levels of swimming that teach participants how to swim skillfully and safely.  Learn-to-Swim offers something for everybody.  Plus our instructors are trained and certified by the American Red Cross, so swimmers of all ages and abilities are in good hands. 

In addition to the skills outlined below, each level of Learn-to-Swim includes training in basic water safety and helping others in an emergency. 

Register online at eParks for these swim classes today! Or you may contact 311 (704-336-7600)  to register by phone. Contact Patricia Daly with any questions about any swim classes by phone at 704-432-1141 or by email at patricia.daly@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Sanddollar 
Preschool Beginner Level I (3-5 years)
Beginner level swim lessons.  No water experience required.  Basic orientation to aquatic environment and learning elementary skills such as front and back float, glide and submersion. 

Monday and Wednesday (6 classes)
5:30pm - 6:00pm
November 2 - November 19 (Course#1393)
November 30 - December 17 (Course#1394)
Cost: $48 per session

Saturday (4 classes)
9:15am - 9:45am
October 31st - November 21st (Course#1403)
December 5th - December 19th* (Course#1404)
Cost: $32 per session 
*(Cost: $24 for 12/5-12/19 session)

Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!

Starfish
Preschool Intermediate Level II (3-5yrs)
Students learn flutter kick on front and back, begin using arms and are introduced to swimming independently. To advance students should be able to float independently.

Monday and Wednesday (6 classes)
6:00pm - 6:30pm

November 2 - November 19 (Course#860)
November 30 - December 17 (Course#862)
Cost: $48 per session

Saturday (4 classes)
9:45am - 10:15am
October 31st - November 21st (Course#861)
December 5th - December 19th* (Course#863)
Cost: $32 per session 
*(Cost: $24 for 12/5-12/19 session)

Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!

Seal
Preschool Advanced Level III (3-5yrs)
Students learn rotary breathing on front and overarm recovery on front and back. Students must be able to swim 10 feet independently.

Monday and Wednesday (6 classes)
6:30pm - 7:00pm
November 2 - November 19 (Course#889)
November 30 - December 17 (Course#890)
Cost: $48 per session 

Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!

Otter

Youth Beginner Level I (6-12 years)
No water experience required.  Students are introduced to the aquatic environment, learn front glide, flutter kick, back glide, paddle stroke and rotary breathing. To move to Walrus student must be able to float independently.

Monday and Wednesday (6 classes)
5:30pm - 6:15pm
November 2 - November 19 (Course#1499)
November 30 - December 17 (Course#1502)
Cost: $48 per session

Saturday (4 classes)
9:15am - 10:00am
October 31st - November 21st (Course#1501)
December 5th - December 19th* (Course#1503)
Cost: $32 per session 
*(Cost: $24 for 12/5-12/19 session)

Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!

Walrus
Youth Intermediate Level II (6-12yrs)
Students will learn front and back glide with recovery. Combined arm and leg movement on front and back is introduced.

Monday and Wednesday (6 classes)
6:15pm - 7:00pm
November 2 - November 19 (Course#899)
November 30 - December 17 (Course#900)
Cost: $48 per session

Saturday (4 classes)
10:00am - 10:45am
October 31st - November 21st (Course#904)
December 5th - December 19th* (Course#905)
Cost: $32 per session 
*(Cost: $24 for 12/5-12/19 session)

Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!

Manatee 
Youth Advanced Level III (6-12yrs)
Students will improve on overarm recovery, rotary breathing on front, flutte kick and backstroke. Students must be able to swim 10 yards using overarm recovery to move to Marlin. 

Tuesday and Thursday (6 classes)
5:30pm - 6:15pm
November 2 - November 19 (Course#2703)
November 30 - December 17 (Course#2704)
Cost: $48 per session

Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!

Marlin 
Youth Expert Level IV (6-12yrs)
Students will improve on all strokes and are introduced to breaststroke, butterfly and flip turns. 

Tuesday and Thursday (6 classes)
6:15pm - 7:00pm
November 2 - November 19 (Course#2674)
November 30 - December 17 (Course#2675)
Cost: $48 per session

Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!

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Ray's Splash Planet Youth Boys & Girls Baseball, Soccer, Flag Football, Basketball and Cheerleading

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER YOUTH SPORTS COACH?

Ray's Splash Planet offers a variety of youth sports leagues ranging from beginner level to competitive. Programs such as basketball, baseball, flag football, soccer and cheerleading have become a great success due volunteer coaches. Those interested in volunteer coaching please contact Calvin Covington at 704-432-1140 or email to calvin.covington@mecklenburgcountync.gov  Find out how you can help positively impact a child's life today!

Youth Basketball
Let's play ball! Sign up for youth basketball October 1st-31st. Practices begin in October/November and games will begin in mid-November.  For more information please contact Calvin Covington at (704) 432-1140 or calvin.covington@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Ages: 5-16yrs
Price: $55.00
Course #'s:
6 & under - Course #4303
8 & under - Course #4304
10 & under - Course #4305
12 & under - Course #4306
14 & under - Course #4307

Register online at eParks today! Or you may contact 311 to register over the phone.

Youth Cheerleading
Let's all cheer for the basketball team! Sign up for youth cheerleading in October. Practices begin in October and the cheering will begin in mid-November. For more information please contact our recreation coordinator Calvin Covington @ 704-432-1140 or calvin.covington@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Age: 5-12
Registration: October 1st - October 31st
Price: $55.00
Course #: 4308

Register online at eParks today! Or you may contact 311 to register over the phone.

Youth Baseball
Let's all go out to the ball game! Sign up for youth baseball beginning January 2010. Practices begin in February/March and the games will begin sometime in mid-March. For more information please contact our recreation coordinator Calvin Covington @ 704-432-1140 or calvin.covington@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Age: 5-12
Registration: January 1st - February 28
Price: $55.00
Course #'s:
6 & under - Course #4371
8 & under - Course #4374
10 & under - Course #4373

Register online at eParks today! Or you may contact 311 to register over the phone.

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Homeschool Thursday's @ Ray's Splash Planet

Join Ray's Splash Planet for Homeschool Thursday's! Come and swim anytime between 9am-4pm every Thursday if your children are homeschooled; September 2009 through May 2010. (Except for Mecklenburg County No School days.)

Discount coupons cannot be applied to fees on Homeschool Thursday's.

Ages:
5-18yrs
Price:
Youth - $4
Adult Chaperones (in the water) - $2
Dry Tickets - $3

Don't forget to bring your bathing suit and towel. We hope to see you next Thursday! Please remember that we do not offer Homeschool Thursday's June - August.
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