Fall 2025 Enrichment Guide

Thank you for checking out the Fall 2025 (September - December) classes for Mason Community Education! Please check out the variety of options and sign up for classes. Classes are open to anyone - not just Mason residents. We have classes for children, adults and some where both can attend. Please be sure to check out all the options!

An email will be sent to you the week of your class with specific information about the location, what to wear and bring, and any other important information. Enrollments close at noon the Friday before the event takes place. Please see the last page of the guide for frequently asked questions and information about how to enroll in events and aquatic events!

Thank you,

Jessica Miller

Director of Community Education

millerj@masonk12.net

Office - (517) 244-6416

1. Recreation and Fitness Classes

2. Youth Classes

3. Hobbies and Personal Interest Classes

4. Mason Aquatic Center Offerings

5. Special Events

6. Winter Break Aquatic Center Activities (Dec 22, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026)

7. Registration Information

Join Stephanie Miller for Zumba! She'll bring the energy, fun and music! Each class is a total body workout, combining all elements of fitness, mixing high-intensity and low-intensity moves for a calorie blasting interval style workout that doesn't feel like you're working out! Ages 14+ welcome (ages 14-16 should have an adult present with them). Location: Harvey Education Center.

Thursdays, Sept 4 - Nov 20, 2025

6:00-7:00pm

$108 (all 12 weeks)
6000-F25

$70 (7-class punch card - expires Nov 20, 2025)

6001-F25

With Impact Wellness instructor Arianne Frear you will experience the internal and external benefits of movement through light weights (2-8lbs), resistance bands, or body weight. This low impact, strength-focused class will be circuit style workouts to strengthen, tone and improve functional movement. In our 45 minute classes expect to warm up, move through timed circuits targeting your full body, and finish with a cool down stretch.

Any ability or experience is welcome, Arianne will show modifications for any movement, if desired.

For this class a yoga mat and water is all you’ll need! We can’t wait to tone and impact our lives together! Open to ages 13+. Location: Harvey Education Center.

Tuesdays, Sept 30 - Dec 9, 2025 (no class 10/14 or 11/11)

6:15-7:00pm

$138 for full session

6002-F25

4-class punch card (expires Dec 9, 2025)

$66 - choose the 4 weeks within the session to attend

6003-F25

In this introductory tribal style belly dancing class, you'll learn basic movements that can be built upon to make surprisingly complex and creative dance movements. This class is supportive and accessible even if you've never studied dance before, and this dance form looks beautiful on every age and body type. Celebrate a mesmerizing dance form that honors improvisation and shared leadership. Taught by Shantana Simmon. Open to anyone ages 16+. Location: Living Arts Dance Studio (409 N. Cedar St, Mason). You can sign up for just one session or both!

Please bring: water bottle. Attire can be anything you are comfortable dancing in. Please bring $5 to the first class if you would like a pair of zils (finger cymbals), we will devote some time each class to learning to use these while dancing

Session 1:

Thursdays, Sept 4 - Oct 9, 2025

7:15-8:15pm

$60

6004-F25

Session 2:

Thursdays, Oct 16 - Nov 20, 2025

7:15-8:15pm

$60

6005-F25

Bump, Set, Spike, Repeat! Mason Community Education is accepting registrations for the adult Indoor Volleyball League. This is a non-competitive, all-gender league for adults over 25 of all skill levels. Enjoy friendly competition, exercise, and a night of socializing with other community members. Self-officiated play is set to begin Sept 25th.

Games will use rally-scoring and teams must have a minimum of five players. Register as a single attendee and teams will be assigned. Once registered, if you know of other registered player(s) that you would like to be on a team with, complete the team request form. Team details, game schedule, and league rules will be shared prior to the start of the season.

Minimum of 20 registered players needed for the league to run. Location: Steele Elementary Gym.

Thursdays, Sept 25 - Nov 20, 2025

6:30-8:30pm (7:15-9:15pm on 11/13/25 ONLY)

$55

6006-F25

This is a laidback group that has Basketball Open Gym together. No official games played. Open to men ages 35 years and older. Max of 22 participants to ensure everyone gets playing time. Facilitated by Jay Weessies and Mike Oxendale. Location: Mason Middle School gym.

Tuesdays, Oct 14 - Dec 9, 2025

8:00-10:00pm

$50

6007-F25

Family fitness class will be a 45 minute class once per week for parents or guardians to workout with their kids. This class will be geared toward parents & kids ages 6-12. Warm up, learn skills, participate in a team workout with your child(ren), and end with a game! This class will be a great way to teach your kids that fitness can be fun. Location: CrossFit AFK (1334 N. Cedar St, Mason).

Thursdays, Sept 11 - Oct 2, 2025

6:00-6:45pm

$40/participant

6008-F25

Join this two-day class to help your child become more confident in staying home alone. Topics discussed will be: basic safety, how to handle an emergency, and more! This class does not guarantee your child will be ready to stay home alone immediately, but will help them feel more comfortable with the idea! Ages 9-13 are welcome. Taught by: Tracy Hazel, owner of Advanced Training and Consulting, LLC. Location: Mason High School.

Tues, Oct 28 AND Thursday, Oct 30, 2025 (2 classes)

6:00-8:00pm

$60

7000-F25

Grow your drawing skills in Drawing Lab, a process-based art class. Each week, we'll try our hand at a new drawing technique, or media, as we hone our observation and drawing skills. Projects will be open-ended. Materials will be provided, but students are welcome to bring their own as well. They may also bring their own sketchbooks if desired. Taught by a certified K-12 visual arts teacher. Open to ages 7-11 years. Classes will take place at Mason High School.

Wednesdays, Oct 29 - Nov 19, 2025

5:30-6:30pm

$60

7001-F25

Explore the art of printmaking in a 4-week class through open-ended, process driven art projects. We will learn about and explore a variety of printmaking materials and methods including: styrofoam relief prints, mono printing, collagraphs and more! Materials provided. Students are welcome to bring sketchbooks, if desired. Ages 7-10 years old are welcome to participate! Taught by Meghan Andrews, certified K-12 visual arts teacher. Location: Mason High School.

Wednesdays, Sept 24 - Oct 15, 2025

5:30-6:30pm

$60

7002-F25

In this class, we will experiment with simple pop-up card techniques to create one-of-a kind holiday cards. Participants will get to take home personalized cards and skills to make more at home! Materials will be provided. Open to ages 7 - 17 years old. Location: Mason High School.

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

5:30-7:30pm

$20

7003-F25

Get ready to take on life's daily challenges with Sanchin-Ryu's unique karate and self-defense system! Our program emphasizes the importance of developing and maintaining control over your movement, thinking, and emotions to achieve true confidence and security. Sanchin-Ryu’s positive, non-competitive and personalized approach meets you where you are and celebrates your personal growth, all in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Discover the valuable lessons and benefits offered by this program:

• “Stranger-Danger”- safeguarding against predators
• Equipping youngsters with effective strategies to overcome bullying
• Nurturing a positive self-image, fostering confidence & self-assurance
• Empowering children to make wise decisions in the face of peer pressure
• Strengthening self-control, both physically and emotionally, for greater stability
• Enhancing concentration skills, enabling improved focus and attentiveness

Location: North Aurelius Elementary gym on Wednesday evenings. Taught by: Linda Gonerka, 8th Degree Black Belt

Wednesdays, Oct 15 - Dec 10, 2025 (no class 11/26)

6:00-7:00pm

7004-F25

$80

Join us for a family-friendly event with financial literacy themed trivia and games. Open to all ages, topics will equip students with foundational personal finance skills such as how to: earn and save money; manage money and bank accounts, investments, and credit; assess risks and use insurance; and more. Open to students in K -12th grade and their families. Hosted by local staff members from Junior Achievement of Mid-Michigan.

Tuesday, Sept 23, 2025

5:30-6:30pm

FREE - must sign up so we know attendance numbers

7005-F25

Do you like watching those cookie decorating videos, but think you'd never be able to do it yourself? Join Courtney from Coco's Confections on Oct 23rd and she'll teach you how! You'll follow along with her step-by-step guided instruction to create a cute (and delicious!) Halloween themed 3-cookie collection. Whether you're a first timer, or you've tried decorating with royal icing before, this class that's designed especially for beginners is perfect for you! All supplies will be provided, so just come prepared to have fun, learn a lot, and leave with your own beautifully decorated cookies!
Ages 13 - adult are welcome. Anyone who is in the classroom must pay and participate. Location: Mason High School.

Wed, Oct 22, 2025

5:30-7:30pm

8000-F25

$40

Love watching those cookie decorating videos, but think you'd never be able to do it yourself? Join Courtney from Coco's Confections on Dec 2nd and she'll teach you how! You'll follow along with her step-by-step guided instruction to create a cute Holiday-themed (and delicious!) cookie set. Whether you're a first timer, or you've tried decorating with royal icing before, this class that's designed especially for beginners is perfect for you! All supplies will be provided, so just come prepared to have fun, learn a lot, and leave with your own beautifully decorated cookies! Ages 13 - adult are welcome. Anyone who is in the classroom must pay and participate. Location: Mason High School.

Tues, Dec 2, 2025

5:30-7:30pm

8001-F25

$40

This weekly class will cover an introduction to Taekwondo and basic self defense. Anyone ages 5 - adult is welcome to attend. Ages 5 - 9 need an adult to stay with them, but adult does not have to participate. ALL abilities are welcome. Please wear comfortable athletic type clothes that are easy to move in and a water bottle. An instructor from Dragon Unity Martial Arts in Mason will be teaching this class. Location: Alaiedon Elementary gym.

Mondays, Oct 6 - Nov 17, 2025 (no class 11/3)

5:00-5:45pm

$50

8002-F25

This dynamic and interactive program dives into the realm of personal protection, empowering individuals of all ages, sizes, and abilities to defend themselves effectively. Participants will explore practical defense techniques that transcend limitations like strength, age, or athleticism. You will be equipped with skills to keep yourself safe at home, school and workplace and learn to take charge in stressful moments rather than succumb to them. Best of all, students learn in a fun, SAFE, go-at-your-own-pace environment! Some of the invaluable lessons and benefits that await you in this program are:

• Self-empowerment and assertiveness
• Attack prevention and personal safety awareness
• Increased confidence and self-image
• Mental and physical preparedness and resilience
• Overcoming anxiety and fear, fostering emotional and mental well-being
• Strong sense of community of individuals with shared experiences and goals

Location: North Aurelius Elementary gym on Wednesday evenings. Taught by: Linda Gonerka, 8th Degree Black Belt

Wednesdays, Oct 15 - Dec 10, 2025 (no class 11/26)

7:00-8:00pm

8003-F25

$80

Art journaling is for people of all ages and not at all just for Artists. It can be a very personal form of self-expression for your eyes only, unless you choose otherwise. In this class we’ll explore the benefits of art journaling and some simple, yet unique ways to create and use art journals. We’ll also experiment with a couple of fun techniques for creating pages that you can make your own. Participants will be provided with a beginner art journal and several art journaling prompts to help you continue work at home. All supplies will be provided, and no previous experience, training or artistic ability is needed. Open to ages 13-adult. Location: Mason High School.

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

5:30-7:00pm

$25

8004-F25

Do you like sending greeting cards to family & friends but hate the price of cards? Come learn how to make professional looking cards for a fraction of the price. Jennifer has been teaching paper crafting for over 20 years and her classes are taught with a relaxed, easy step-by-step approach that is perfect for all skill levels. All tools & materials are provided - just show up & create with paper. Learn techniques, try out tools & products and leave with 4 finished cards or 3D projects that are ready to share. Projects change for each class and can be customized for your needs during class. Themes will include Birthday, Wedding/Anniversary, Sympathy, Thank You, “Thinking of You”, “Just Because”, Get Well Wishes, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas. Location: Mason High School. 4 date options. Choose and enroll in the one that works best for you!

Class Option #1:

Tuesday, Sept 9, 2025

6:00-8:00pm

$15

8005-F25

Class Option #2:

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

6:00-8:00pm

$15

8006-F25

Class Option #3:

Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025

6:00-8:00pm

$15

8007-F25

Class Option #4:

Tuesday, Dec 9, 2025

6:00-8:00pm

$15

8008-F25

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all. And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 18+.

Topics include:

• How chords work in a song
• How to form the three main types of chords
• How to tune your guitar
• Basic strumming patterns
• How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid)
• How to play along with simple tunes

Saturday, Oct 25, 2025

1:00-3:30pm

$60

8013-F25

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. Since this class is being held online with ZOOM you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all. And since this course includes an online book and online follow up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands-on instruction. Ages 18+ may enroll.

Topics include:

• How chords work in a song
• How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it
• How to form the three main types of chords
• How to handle different keys and time signatures
• How to avoid “counting”
• How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords

Saturday, Oct 25, 2025

9:00-12:00pm

$62

8014-F25

Please contact the Pool Supervisor, Jacob, at hazewinkelj@masonk12.net with any questions or concerns regarding Aquatics programming or pool rentals.

Due to hosting many events in the Fall at the pool, please check "no swim" days closely and always double check the Mason Aquatic Center Facebook page for closing reminders. We also do not run Open Swim on home football games due to parking difficulties.

Aug 20 - Dec 20, 2025

Friday 7:00pm-9:00pm

Saturday 1:00-3:00pm

NO OPEN SWIM: 8/29, 8/30, 9/12, 9/13, 9/19, 9/26, 9/27, 10/3, 10/10, 10/31, 11/28, 11/29

*We do not hold Friday open swim on home football game nights.

Price: $3/Adults, $2/Students & Senior Citizens, $8 per a family of 4 ($1 for each additional family member in same household). NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED, PAY CASH AT THE DOOR! Bring correct change, please. No credit cards accepted.

For the safety of all patrons we ask that all children 8 years of age and younger be accompanied by an adult in the water unless the child can proficiently swim on their own without a floatation device.

Children swimming with floatation devices of any kind must have a responsible adult in the water with them and cannot go to the deep end, even with a parent. Children who are not potty trained must wear a swim diaper. We do not sell or provide diapers. The lifeguard on duty will determine the proficiency of the swimmer to swim in the deep end. Lifeguards will have a lane open for lap swimmers.

Aug 20 - Dec 20, 2025

Lap swim times are on a drop in basis. Come enjoy the water and get some exercise. May need to share a lane with other swimmers depending on number of swimmers attending lap swim.

Tuesday - Friday - 6:00AM - 7:30AM

NO Swim - 11/26, 11/27, 11/28

Saturday 7:00AM - 8:30AM

NO Swim - 8/30, 9/13, 9/27, 11/29

Monday and Wednesday - 7:15PM - 8:45PM

(no shallow end water walking available during evening lap swim)

NO Swim - 9/1, 10/15, 11/26

$5/person or $35/punch card (10 punches, 11th punch free)

MPS Employee: $2/person. No punch cards.

Senior Citizen (60+): $4/person or $28/punch card (10 punches)

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED, PAY CASH AT THE DOOR!

Bring correct change, please. No credit cards accepted.

Shallow and Deep Water Class

Aug 20 - Dec 20, 2025

Monday and Wednesday - 7:15PM - 8:15PM

NO Class - 9/1, 10/15, 11/26

Price: $6 at the door, or purchase a 10 visit punch card - $45 for ages 16-59. Ages 60+ is $36.

No advanced registration is required.

Fall Swim Lessons (Saturdays) - 8 weeks:

October 4 - Nov 22, 2025

Swim Lessons F.A.Q.

1. Where is the pool located? The pool is located at the High School 1001 S. Barnes St., Mason, MI 48854 at the north end of the building by the tennis courts- opposite side of the school from the football field.

2. What level should I sign my child up for? Each lesson description has information on what is taught in each level and appropriate age levels. Please read carefully and choose the best fit for your child's current skill set. If you sign your child up for the wrong level and the correct level is full, we will provide you a refund for the session. We cannot accommodate students enrolled in the wrong level for safety reasons.

3. What should I bring? Your towel, swimsuit, goggles and any personal items you might need. Have long hair tied back. Men's, women's and family locker room are available to use.

4. What time should I arrive? 5-10 minutes before your class time.

5. Can I stay and watch? Yes, but please sit on the bleachers or in the upstairs balcony and do not interfere with the child's lesson.

6. Are swim lessons the only ones in the pool? No, the pool is often being utilized by other groups. All groups work together to ensure everyone has the space they need.

7. Why are there not more days/times offered? We understand classes are limited and fill very quickly and that can be very frustrating. However, we can only offer the number of classes we have staff and pool space for as this is a competitive pool as well and used by several teams and groups. Your child's safety during lessons is our #1 priority.

8. When are classes? Saturday mornings

9. Is the pool warm? Mason Aquatic Center is a competitive pool. It is heated to 82* but this can feel chilly to many. We highly recommend long sleeved bathing suits when swimming here. We cannot raise the temperature just for lessons.

Swim Lesson Level Descriptions:

Parent Child (6 Months - 4 Years) (30 minutes) No experience required. The focus of this class is to create a nurturing aquatic environment through activities, and parent/child bonding. Adults will learn safety tips to keep you and your child safe in and around water, introductions to floating on front/back, kicking, under water exploration and basic water safety. Children who are not potty trained must wear a swim diaper. Adult must be in the water with the child at all times.

Make A Splash (3.5 - 5 Years) (30 minutes) Previous class experience and at least 42" height is required. This class is for young swimmers who are ready to make the transition out of a parent and child class and can safely follow directions from a teacher, but not quite ready for a Level Class. Continuation of water adjustment skills and self exploration in the water along with skill training. Students must be potty trained to attend this class.

Level 1 (30 minutes) Appropriate for ages 5-10. Recommended child height of 48". Students will work on water entrances/exits, blowing bubbles, water bobbing, floating on front/back, rolling front to back, safety, and learning combined arm and leg action.

Level 2 (45 minutes) Appropriate for ages 6-12 with previous lesson experience. Learn to fully submerge and hold breath. Work on advanced bobbing, recover from a front float or glide to a vertical position, roll from front to back and front crawl at least 15 yards. Continued safety skills and introduction of rhythmic breathing & combined arm and leg action.

Level 3 (45 minutes) Appropriate for ages 6-12 with previous lesson experience. Learn to enter from deep end, scissors kick, rhythmic breathing, introduction of breast stroke, refining elementary backstroke, front crawl, and backstroke, treading water in the deep end.

Level 4 (45 minutes) Appropriate for ages 7-13 with previous lesson experience. Stroke technique and swimming more distance for endurance will be the focus in Level 4. Swimmers will also be introduced to open turns on the front and back.

Class offerings for Fall 2025:

Parent/Child Class:

• 9000- F25 10:45-11:15am $40

Make a Splash:

• 9001- F25 9:00-9:30am $40
• 9002- F25 10:10-10:40am $40

Level 1:

• 9003- F25 9:35-10:05am $40

Level 2:

• 9004- F25 9:00-9:45am $50
• 9005- F25 11:00-11:45am $50

Level 3:

• 9006- F25 10:00-10:45am $50

Level 4:

• 9007- F25 11:00-11:45am $50

MASC is a competitive swim team where swimmers will compete in smaller meets, learn the value of team work and train to be a high school swimmer. This is NOT a learn to swim program. We encourage you to read the information provided below to help you become familiar with the team program and how to register. If you have any specific program related questions please email hazewinkelj@masonk12.net and you'll be connected to a coach to help.

MASC F.A.Q:

1. Do I have to be a good swimmer? You must be able to swim at least 50 yards of Freestyle and 25 yards of Backstroke (without stopping) with correct technique or have completed Level 4 of the Swim Lesson classes to do Bronze level. MASC is NOT a learn to swim program.

2. What if I am involved in other sports? We have many swimmers involved in other sports/activities. Please just come to as many practices as possible to get the greatest benefit of swimming!

3. Are there swim meets? We will participate in meets when offered nearby. Participation is optional.

4. Can I join anytime? Enrollment will close after the first week of the session. No prorated tuition if you start after Day 1.

Sept 8 - Nov 21, 2025

Monday/Wednesday/Friday (28 Swims)

NO swim: 9/15, 9/22, 9/26, 10/10, 10/15

Bronze - 6:00-7:00pm

$168

• 9008-F25

Silver/Gold - 5:30-7:00pm

$196

• 9009-F25

Mon/Wed/Fri

Dec 1 - Feb 6, 2026

No swim: 12/24, 12/31, 1/19

Bronze - 6:00-7:00pm

$162

• 9011-F25

Silver - 5:30-7:00pm

$189

• 9012-F25

Gold - MIDDLE SCHOOL SWIMMERS 6-8th grade only (will attend additional meets) - 5:30-7:00pm

$200

• 9013-F25

Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1:00-3:00pm

Fun family swim where we celebrate HALLOWEEN! We will have a Halloween themed family friendly movie playing during open swim. Goodie bags for the first 50 swimmers who arrive!

Cost: $4 students/senior citizens, $5 adults, $18 for a family of four/$1 each additional person from the same household. NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. PAY CASH/CHECK AT THE DOOR! Please bring correct change.

Adult Lap Swim, 6:00-7:30am:

12/23, 12/26, 12/29, 12/30, 12/31, 1/2

Family Open Swim, 1:00-3:00pm

12/23, 12/26, 12/29, 12/30, 1/2

Family Open Swim 7:00-9:00pm

12/22/25

New Years Eve Swim Party 5:00-7:00pm

12/31/25

Each class has a minimum and maximum number of participants to run the class. In order for teachers to properly prepare for their class, please pre-register and pre-pay for all classes/events. All registration will end at noon the Friday before the class/event starts. Printed copies of the Guide can be picked up at Mason High School Athletic Office. Please mark your calendars for any dates listed where class will not be held due to school closure or other events interfering. THERE WILL BE NO REGISTRATION AT THE DOOR FOR CLASSES OR EVENTS (unless otherwise noted)!

• Community Education questions - email millerj@masonk12.net or call 517-244-6416.
• Aquatics questions - email hazewinkelj@masonk12.net

Please follow Mason Aquatic Center and Mason Community Education on Facebook for most up to date information regarding offerings, closings, etc.

Registration information:

• ONLINE: Create an account on the registration website. <-- PREFERRED METHOD!!
• WALK-IN: Please call ahead for a walk in time. (517) 244-6416
• PHONE: Call (517) 244-6416 (Leave a message and a call will be returned). Phone registrations by VISA, MasterCard, Discover, ONLY!
• CONFIRMATION: You will be emailed if your class is cancelled or needs to be changed for any reason. No confirmations will be mailed, but registering online will allow you to print a confirmation. You will receive a detailed email from millerj@masonk12.net the week your class takes place with location information and anything you need to bring with you to class.
• REFUND POLICY: Full refunds will be given for classes cancelled by Community Education. A $5 processing fee is charged for each class dropped by the customer. To request a refund, call/email the Community Education office at-least two days prior to the first scheduled class. No refunds will be given if notification is received after the two-day deadline. Community Education reserves the right to cancel and/or reschedule class days/times as needed. In case of last minute closure, every effort will be made to reschedule, but this is not guaranteed depending on building and staff availability. There are NO prorated class prices or partial refunds.

BUILDING LOCATION GUIDE:

• Mason High School - 1001 S. Barnes Street
• Aquatic Center is located on the north end of Mason High School building OPPOSITE the football stadium. Same side of the building as the tennis courts.
• Mason Middle School - 235 Temple Street
• Alaiedon Elementary - 1723 Okemos Road
• North Aurelius Elementary - 115 N. Aurelius Road
• Steele Elementary - 531 Steele Street
• Harvey Educational Center - 400 S. Cedar Street