Summer 2025 Enrichment Guide
Mason Public Schools - Community Education
Welcome!
Thank you for checking out the Summer 2025 (June - August) classes for Mason Community Education! Please check out the variety of aquatics options and sign up for classes. Classes are open to anyone - not just Mason residents. As a reminder, other Community Education programs do not take place during the summer due to building cleaning, maintenance, etc.
An email will be sent to you the week of your class with specific information about what to wear and bring, and any other important information. Space in classes DOES fill quickly and all class 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
Office - (517) 244-6416
Outdoor Explorers (Theme: Animals) - ages 1 - 5 years
Outdoor Explorers is an outdoor, play-based program that teaches young children about nature while building social skills and independence. Each week's lesson includes multiple hands-on activities that tie into the larger theme: Animals. While varying week to week, most sessions will include a story, a guided activity, a craft, and movement. An adult must attend and participate with their child(ren). Siblings less than 1 are welcome to join. This class is geared for ages 1-5 years old. Location: North Aurelius Elementary playground (no indoor building access).
Taught by Virginia Reid (mom and certified elementary science educator trained in outdoor learning)
Thursdays, June 19 - July 31, 2025 (6 weeks) - No class 7/3/25
*Aug 7, 2025 make-up date
10:15-11:00am
$60
7000-SU25
Youth Sports Camps
There you will see all the offerings and how to enroll in each one and contact information for questions. Any other questions should be directed to the HS Athletic Office.
Open Swim
June 16 - August 14, 2025
Monday - Thursday: 1:00-3:00pm
Friday: 7:00-9:00pm (*special events 6/20, 7/18, 8/15)
NO OPEN SWIM: 7/4, 8/1, 8/5
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.
*Family Movie Night Open Swim - June 20, July 18, Aug 15th from 7:00-9:00pm
We will be playing a family friendly movie during open swim. We encourage people who can pass deep end swim test to bring a personal floatation devices like a water lounge chair (nothing that sits more than 1 person) to sit on or lay on to watch the movie. The diving boards will be closed during the movie. Flotation appropriateness is ultimately up to lifeguards on duty. Family Movie Nights cost is $4/adult, $3/student & Senior Citizen. $10 per family of 4 ($2 for each additional family member in same household.
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 flotation device. Everyone ages 13 and under must have an adult on site the entirety of open swim.
Children swimming with flotation 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.
Adult Lap Swim (ages 18+)
June 9 - Aug 15, 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.
Monday - Friday - 6:00AM - 7:30AM
NO Swim - 7/4, 8/1, 8/5
Monday and Wednesday - 7:15PM - 8:45PM
(no shallow end water walking available during evening lap swim)
NO Swim - 7/28, 7/30
$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.
Summer Swim Lesson Information
All offerings are listed below. We have evening classes on Tuesdays/Thursdays and weekday daytime (same time M-Th) class sessions running mid June - early August. Read all options carefully below!
Please keep in mind if we do not get a minimum number required to run the class, it will be canceled and you will receive a refund. You will be informed the Friday before the class begins if that is the case.
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. You'll enter Door #15 and go straight ahead to the pool.
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. NO FOOD OR DRINK is allowed on the pool deck (only exception is water bottles).
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? We have offerings evenings (2 days/week) and then weekly sessions during the day Monday - Thursday for 1-2 weeks. Fridays are reserved for makeup swim dates due to pool closure.
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.
Mason Area Swim Club (MASC)
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.
Lifeguard Class Offerings
Lifeguarding Class
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class Program prepares lifeguards to recognize and respond to emergencies in and out of the water. This Lifeguarding program has made a new approach to training based on the latest science and best practices. This class will deliver valuable information for you to become a lifeguard and job ready!
Please read the prerequisites for taking and passing this class carefully. You must pass all components of this class to be certified as a lifeguard at the completion of the class.
Swim: 300 yards using the Breaststroke and Front Crawl. Swim 20 yards, surface dive to a depth of 10 ft. to retrieve a 10 lb. brick, return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to the starting point, holding the object with both hands at or above the surface of the water. Exit water without using the ladder or steps.
Must be at least 15 years of age by the competition of the class. Goggles may be used for a portion of this class. Please bring a swimsuit and towel on your first day as we will do prerequisites first.
This is a Blended Learning Class which consists of about 6 hours of online work and 21.5 hours of Classroom/Pool. You will be certified in Lifeguarding, CPR/AED/FA on completion of the class.
Once you have registered for this class, please email the Instructor Mary Kay Gavitt at lifemattersplus@comcast.net and you will be given the link to complete the online learning.
June 9, 10, 11 & 12, 2025 – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
June 13 – 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
$125 - STUDENT rate
9014-S25
$225 - NON-STUDENT rate
9015-S25
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor r.24
The purpose of the American Red Cross r. 24 Lifeguarding Instructor course is to train instructor candidates to teach the basic-level courses in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program. Course Prerequisites:
- Be at least 17 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course.
- Possess a current basic-level certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid. (Note: r.17 Lifeguarding certification accepted)
- Obtain instructor and participant course materials before starting the course.
- Successfully complete the online session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course prior to the precourse session.
- Successfully complete the prerequisite skill assessment scenario to continue in the course.
Once you have registered for this class, please email the Instructor Mary Kay Gavitt at lifemattersplus@comcast.net and you will be given the link to complete the online learning.
June 9, 10, 11 & 12, 2025 – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
9016-S25
$300
Lifeguarding Recertification r.24 (including Deep Water)
This recertification course will give participants who are currently certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) the opportunity to review the course knowledge and skills within a formal course setting to maintain their American Red Cross Lifeguarding (including Deep Water) certification.
Course Prerequisites:
- Successfully complete the online session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course prior to the precourse session.
- Successfully complete the prerequisite skill assessment scenario to continue in the course.
Once you have registered for this class, please email the Instructor Mary Kay Gavitt at lifemattersplus@comcast.net and you will be given the link to complete the online learning.
June 11 & 12, 2025 – 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
9017-S25
$150
OR
June 10 & 12, 2025 – 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
9018-S25
$150
Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification r.24
The American Red Cross r. 24 Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course is to give instructors the opportunity to review the course knowledge and skills within a formal course setting to maintain their American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification. Successfully completing this course is the only method for maintaining certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguarding instructor. Once expired by no longer than 2 years, candidates may take the Lifeguarding Instructor Crossover/Reentry course. Expired candidates may participate in Lifeguarding Instructor course.
Once you have registered for this class, please email the Instructor Mary Kay Gavitt at lifemattersplus@comcast.net and you will be given the link to complete the online learning.
Sunday, May 18, 2025 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
9019-S25
$50
There are many activities offered by other local groups (ex: youth sports, LCC classes, etc). These are not run through this office/school district. I suggest looking at: https://www.masonk12.net/activities/community-based-offerings-/ for local offerings with contact information! These groups also often post on community groups on Facebook.
If your child needs to take Driver's Education, Driving Right rents space and offers classes located at Mason High School. All enrollment and questions should be sent to their company as it is not directly affliated with the District. https://www.drivingright.org/graduated-driver-licensing/teen-classes/
