Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Fall 2014 Swim Lessons / Water Fitness / Special Events
www.parkandrec.com/aquatics
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department is proud to implement Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI) “Starfish
Swimming” program format at each of the aquatic facilities starting fall 2012. SAI offers a nationally recognized swim instruction program for children and adults of all ages and abilities. The different programs offered are StarBabies (6-18
months), StarTots (18-36 months), Starfish Swim School (ages 3 years and up), Starfish Stroke School (once they have surpassed Starfish Swim School), and Starfish Swim Team (a development program designed to transition students from
swim lessons to a competitive swim team program).
Each of these programs is benchmark focused and contains five stages that each focus on a specific core competency. The
core competencies are the building blocks of swimming. All lead-up skills, activities, and benchmarks in each stage focus
on the core competency. Each stage has two benchmarks to achieve: a safety skill benchmark and a swim skill benchmark.
Please read about the different levels below.
StarBabies (formerly Puddle Ducks) Parent or Guardian with child 6 months-18 months
StarTots (formerly Puddle Ducks) Parent or Guardian with child 18 months -36 months
The purpose of this course is to develop in very young children a high comfort level in the water while at the same time training parents in
water safety and drowning prevention. This course does not teach children to become accomplished swimmers or survive in the water; it
does provide a confidence building, fun, loving experience. One parent or guardian must be in the water with each child. Swim diapers required, along with plastic pants recommended and a lined swim suit.
Starfish Swim School Pre-School (formerly Sand Dollar and Seal) Ages 3-5 years
Designed to meet the needs of preschoolers, this course will develop a high comfort level in the water, a readiness to swim, and for those
children who are developmentally ready, teach beginning swim skills. This class approaches teaching swimming through creative, fun activities in the water. Students work toward development of the five core swimming competencies and receive color level stars in their personal
record books for each achievement. Children progress at their own pace in a small group setting.
Starfish Swim School Elementary (formerly Otter) Ages 6-8 years, Age 5 can register upon completion of the pre-school program
Starfish Swim School Primary (formerly Otter) Ages 9-14
Students work toward development of the five core swimming competencies and receive color level stars for each achievement. The color
levels are used to divide students into broad ability groups. Children progress at individual rates with the opportunity to learn the core swimming skills and progress to advanced strokes. Learning is self-paced but challenging.
Starfish Swim School Adult Beginner (formerly Teen/Adult Beginner) Ages 14 and up
This course is designed to improve comfort and skill in the water, regardless of past swimming experience. Perfect for adults who desire to
learn or improve strokes and water skills for fitness fun. Students work toward development of the five basic core
swimming competencies.
Starfish Stroke School (formerly Manatee and Marlin) Ages 3 up to14 that meets skill prerequisites
Starfish Stroke School Adult Intermediate (formerly Teen/Adult Intermediate) Ages 14-older
Students refine freestyle and learn stroke technique for backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly and more!
Fall 2014 Swim Lessons / Water Fitness / Special Events
www.parkandrec.com/aquatics
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Swim Lesson Session Dates:
Fees:
Tue & Thu
Oct 7-30
$80
$64
Public
Member
Tue & Thu
Nov 4-20
$80
$64
Sat
Oct 4-25
FREE*
FREE*
Sat
Nov 1-29
FREE*
FREE*
*Preregistration required for free swim lesson program. Please see the bottom page of the Program Guide for details/eligibility.
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—PRESCHOOL
Tue & Thu
Sat
Beginner Class
5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
15613
15614
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (30 minute lessons) *must go through lottery process for free lesson program-see bottom page for details
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—ELEMENTARY
Tue & Thu
Saturday
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-9
Beginner Class
6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
15615
15616
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (30 minute lessons) *must go through lottery process for free lesson program-see bottom page for details
Parent and Tot / Meet & Greet
Home School Thursday's
Dates: Oct 6 & 20 / Nov 3 & 17
Dates: Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and Nov 6, 13, 20 **
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.*
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.*
Cost: $3 for toddlers, 0-5 (Mom/Dad are Free, all infants and toddlers
are $3 with the program) Additional guests will be charged general
admission fees, other coupons and/or discounts may not be applied.
This will be not be offered on a CMS no school day and/or when other
programs occur. *Program swim time ends promptly at 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $4 per child, $2 per adult, $3 dry ticket
*Program swim time ends promptly at 3:00 p.m.
**Dates subject to change at management discretion
Water Fitness: Senior Aerobics Club—Seniors 55+ can join us for gentle water movement in shallow water with beach entry. This is a free
program that is offered year-round. Contact Jody Corum: 704-432-1141 for more information. *Club does not meet on CMS no school days.
Dates: Mon and Wed*
Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Free Swim lessons will be offered in monthly sessions and will take
place on Saturday mornings. Dates for the October session will run
from October 4, 11, 18 and 25. Dates for the November Session will run
from November 1, 8, 15, 22. Lessons will continue throughout the year
and be posted in future Aquatics Program Guides.
Families interested in participating in the free swim lessons are required
to attend a Pre-Registration Event on Tuesday, September 30 and
October 28, 2014 at Ray’s Splash Planet. Families will be submit their
registrations between 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. for the preregistration event.
Applications will not be accepted after 6:30 p.m. on the day of the
event. Public lottery will be conducted for all pre-registered participants.
Join Ray’s Splash Planet for a spook-tacular haunted tour through
the Splash Park and/or the kid friendly carnival in the gymnasium.
This event is open to the entire family and promises to provide a
howling good time for everyone. We’ll have games, contests and of
course trick-or-treating.
Costumes are strongly encouraged!
Date: Friday, October 24, 2014* Time: 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Cost: $2/person for carnival in gym. $3/person haunted tour
*Ray’s Splash Planet will close at 3:00pm Friday, October 24, 2014 to allow staff to
prepare for the event.
Fall 2014 Swim Lessons / Water Fitness / Special Events
RSP:704.432.4729
www.parkandrec.com/aquatics
215 N. Sycamore St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Session Dates:
Fees:
Public
Member
Mon/Wed
Sept 3-Oct 1
$90
$72
Mon/Wed
Oct 6- 29
$80
$64
STARBABIES / STARTOTS
Mon/Wed
Nov 3-24
$70
$56
Mon/Wed
Dec 1-17
$60
$56
Ages 6 mo-26 mo
M/W
M/W
M/W
M/W
Sat
Sat
Sat
5:00 - 5:30 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
6:30-7:00 p.m.
7:00-7:30 p.m.
9:00-9:30 a.m.
9:30-10:00 a.m.
10:30-11:00am
15264
15279
15286
15294
Ages 3-5
15268
15282
15288
15295
Beginner Class
15273
15284
15289
15299
15276
15285
15292
15302
15306
15309
15311
STARFISH STROKE SCHOOL—PRESCHOOL
M/W 5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Sat 10:00-10:30am
Sat 11:00-11:30am
15296
Ages 3-5
15298
15300
15303
15320
15316
15333
15338
15339
15341
15347
15349
Ages 10-12
15351
15353
15355
15360
15361
15371
15372
15362
15364
Ages 13 and up
15375
15369
Beginner Class
15378
15379
STARFISH STROKE SCHOOL—TEEN/ADULT
M/W 7:00-7:45 p.m.
15357
Intermediate Class
15366
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—TEEN/ADULT
M/W 6:15-7:00 p.m.
Sat 9:15-10:00 a.m.
15344
Beginner Class
STARFISH STROKE SCHOOL—ELEMENT/PRIMARY Ages 6-12
M/W 6:15-7:00 p.m.
Sat 9:45-10:30 a.m.
15323
15318
Beginner Class
15335
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—PRIMARY
M/W 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Sat 10:30-11:15 a.m.
15307
15310
15313
Intermediate Class
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—ELEMENTARY Ages 6-9
M/W 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Sat 9:00-9:45 a.m.
Sat
Oct 11-Nov1
$40
$32
Parent/Tot Class
15246
15248
15253
15255
Sat 10:00 a.m. - 10: a.m. (6 mo to 18 mo)
Sat 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (18 mo to 36 mo)
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—PRESCHOOL
Sat
Sep 6-27
$40
$32
15385
15386
Ages 13 and up
15388
15381
Intermediate Class
15391
Fall 2014 Swim Lessons / Water Fitness / Special Events
MCAC: 704.336.DIVE (3483) www.parkandrec.com/aquatics
800 Martin Luther King Jr. Bvd., Charlotte, NC 28202
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Session Dates:
Fees:
Mon/Wed/Fri
Tue/Thu
Sept 2-Oct 3
Public/Member
$56 / $42
$40 / $30
Oct 6-31
Public/Member
$48 / $36
$32 / $24
Nov 3-Nov 25
Dec 1-19
*No Class Nov 14
*No Class Dec 5
Public/Member
$36 / $27
$28 / $21
Public/Member
$32 / $24
$24 / $18
HYDROMANIA—Moderate-High Intensity
SHALLOW WATER
All over body toning and cardiovascular workout. Since each participant works at their own pace, this class is great for beginner to the most advanced fitness level.
Mon/Wed/Fri 5:30-6:30 p.m.
15247
15251
15252
15254
Tue/Thu
6:00-7:00 p.m.
15256
15258
15260
15261
EASY DOES IT—Beginner-Moderate Intensity
SHALLOW WATER
A low-level, low impact exercise class. Activities include water walking, aerobic exercise to build cardiovascular endurance and range of motion
classes.
Mon/Wed/Fri 11:30-12:30 p.m.
15272
15275
15278
15280
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION—Beginner Intensity
SHALLOW WATER
Gentle stretches and range-of-motion exercises keep tender joints mobile. The buoyancy of the water assists movements, while the resistance
strengthens muscles that support joints. A physicians release is required to participate.
Tue/Thu
11:00-12:00 a.m.
15265
15267
15269
15270
Water Polo Wednesday’s
Kayak Roll Thursday’s
Dates: September 3 - December 17 (Wednesday’s)
Dates: September 5 - December 18 (Thursday’s)
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $5 Open water polo every Wednesday night in the Fall.
Cost: $5 Open every Thursday night in the Fall. *Kayak is not provided.
Register One of Three Ways
(excludes free swim lessons)
Registration is required for most programs whether or
not there is a fee. Select from one of these options:
CLICK on Eparks at: https://
apm.activecommunities.com/
mecklenburgparks
CALL any of our aquatic facilities with the phone
numbers listed throughout this guide.
COME to the location where the program is offered.
Addresses are listed throughout this guide. Phone
Phone and web registrations requires payment with Visa or
MasterCard only.
Fall 2014 Swim Lessons / Water Fitness / Special Events
MCAC: 704.336.DIVE (3483) www.parkandrec.com/aquatics
800 Martin Luther King Jr. Bvd., Charlotte, NC 28202
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Session Dates:
Fees:
Public
Member
two/week two/week
9/8-10/1
10/6-10/30
$80
$80
$64
$64
two/week
11/3-11/20
$60
$48
STARBABIES / STARTOTS
two/week
12/1-12/19
$60
$48
16443
15649
15653
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—PRESCHOOL
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
6:15-6:45 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
6:45-7:15 p.m.
9:00-9:30 a.m.
9:30-10:00 a.m.
10:00-10:30 a.m.
15709
15713
15717
15721
15710
15714
15718
15723
15711
15715
15719
15724
15730
15734
one/week
11/8-11/22
$30
$24
16444
15650
15654
Parent/Tot Class
16445
16446
15651
15652
15655
15656
Ages 3-5
15712
15716
15720
15725
15731
15735
15732
15736
15696
15700
15705
Ages 3-5
15733
15737
4:45-5:30 p.m.
15738
6:30-7:15 p.m.
15743
10:30-11:15 a.m.
12:00-12:45 p.m.
15739
15744
15740
15745
15697
15701
15706
15698
15702
15707
Intermediate Class
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—ELEMENTARY / PRIMARY Ages 6-13
T/Th
M/W
Sat
Sat
one/week
12/6/12/20
$30
$24
Beginner Class
15695
15699
15704
STARFISH STROKE SCHOOL—PRESCHOOL
M/W 5:45 - 6:15 p.m.
T/Th 6:30-7:00 p.m.
one/week
10/11-11/1
$40
$32
Ages 6 mo-26 mo
Sat 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. (18mo to 36 mo)
Sat 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. (6 mo to 18 mo)
Sat 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. (18mo to 36 mo)
T/Th
M/W
T/Th
M/W
Sat
Sat
Sat
one/week
9/13-10/4
$40
$32
Beginner Class
15742
15746
15674
15686
15675
15687
15676
15689
15677
15690
STARFISH STROKE SCHOOL—ELEMENTARY / PRIMARY Ages 6-13
Intermediate Class
T/Th
M/W
T/Th
Sat
Sat
Sat
15672
15668
15660
5:30-6:15 p.m.
5:45-6:30 p.m.
6:15-7:00 p.m.
8:45-9:30 a.m.
11:00-11:45 a.m.
11:15-12:00 p.m.
15752
15753
15747
15748
15758
15759
(levels white / red)
(levels yellow / green)
(all color levels)
15754
15749
15760
STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL—TEEN/ADULT
M/W 7:15-8:00 p.m.
Sat 8:15-9:00 a.m.
15762
15763
15764
Ages 14 and up
15765
15766
15767
15768
15673
15669
15661
Beginner Class
15678
STARFISH STROKE SCHOOL—TEEN/ADULT
M/W 7:15-8:00 p.m.
Sat 11:45-12:30 p.m.
15757 (levels white / red)
15750 (all color levels)
15761 (levels yellow / green)
15670
15671
15662
15665
15657
15658
Ages 14 and up
15769
15682
15679
15680
15681
Intermediate Class
15683
15684
15685
Fall 2014 Swim Lessons / Water Fitness / Special Events
Marion Diehl Pool: 704.432.0237
www.parkandrec.com/aquatics
2219 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Session Dates:
Fees:
Mon/Wed/Fri
Tue/Thu
Saturday
Sept 8-Oct 4
Public/Member/Senior
$48 / $36 / $24
$32 / $24 / $16
$16 / $12 / $8
Oct 6-Nov 1
Public/Member/Senior
$48 / $36 / $24
$32 / $24 / $16
$16 / $12 / $8
Nov 3-Nov 22
Public/Member/Senior
$36 / $27 / $18
$24 / $18 / $12
$12 / $9 / $6
Dec 1-20
Public/Member/Senior
$36 / $27 / $18
$24 / $18 / $12
$12 / $9 / $6
HYDROMANIA—Moderate-High Intensity
SHALLOW WATER
All over body toning and cardiovascular workout. Since each participant works at their own pace, this class is great for beginner to the most advanced fitness level.
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:30-8:30 a.m.
15373
15374
15376
15377
Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30-9:30 a.m.
15380
15382
15383
15384
Tue/Thu
8:00-9:00 a.m.
15387
15389
15390
15392
Tue/Thu
7:00-8:00 p.m.
15393
15394
15395
15396
DEEP WATER FITNESS—Moderate-High Intensity
DEEP WATER
No swimming skills required, float belts are worn. All-over toning and cardiovascular program held in deep water with float belts. A great upper
body workout.
Sat
10:00-11:00 a.m. 15271
15274
15277
15281
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:15-8:15 a.m.
15283
15287
15291
15293
Mon/Wed/Fri 8:15-9:15 a.m.
15297
15301
15304
15308
Tue/Thu
9:00-10:00 a.m. 15315
15317
15319
15322
Tue/Thu
10:00-11:00 a.m. 15325
15326
15327
15328
Tue/Thu
1:00-2:00 p.m.
15329
15330
15331
15332
Tue/Thu
7:00-8:00 p.m.
15334
15336
15337
15340
EASY DOES IT—Beginner-Moderate Intensity
SHALLOW WATER
A low-level, low impact exercise class. Activities include water walking, aerobic exercise to build cardiovascular endurance and range of motion
classes.
Tue/Thu
10:00-11:00 a.m. 15348
15350
15352
15354
Tue/Thu
1:00-2:00 p.m.
15356
15358
15359
15363
Tue/Thu
2:00-3:00 p.m.
15365
15367
15368
15370
Tue/Thu
3:00-4:00 p.m.
15784
15785
15786
15787
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION—Beginner Intensity
SHALLOW WATER
Gentle stretches and range-of-motion exercises keep tender joints mobile. The buoyancy of the water assists movements, while the resistance
strengthens muscles that support joints. A physicians release is required to participate.
Tue/Thu
9:15-10:00 a.m. 15250
15257
15259
15266
DEEP WATER RUNNING—Moderate Intensity
DEEP WATER
No swimming skills required, float belts are worn. Class format involves interval running cadence class designed to improve endurance, stamina,
breathing, and muscle toning.
Tue/Thu
2:00-3:00 p.m.
15342
15343
15345
15346
Fall 2014 Swim Lessons / Water Fitness / Special Events
Marion Diehl Pool: 704.432.0237
www.parkandrec.com/aquatic
2219 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
BEFORE REGISTERING:
Conducted by Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department Staff
You must pass a swim test conducted
by any of our Aquatic Supervisors,
before registering for a class.
FULL LIFEGUARD TRAINING COURSES FEE Ages 15 and up COST: $165.00
CROSS-OVER TRAINING COURSE FEE Ages 15 and up COST: $90.00
Learn water rescue techniques, team life guarding, first aid, and CPR and AED
(defibrillator) certifications through online curriculum and this 20-hour course.
Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a Starfish Aquatics
Institute Lifeguard license (STARGUARD) and the opportunity to become a
member of one of the finest aquatic staff in North Carolina! Includes your
books, fanny pack and guard license.
Eligible reciprocal/crossover agencies include but are not limited to American
Red Cross, Ellis, and YMCA.

The swim test requirements are
100 freestyle, 50 breaststroke
and 50 freestyle approach stroke
(free style arms with head up
looking forward)

Treading water for two minutes
with hands raised above pool
surface

Retrieve 10 pound brick off
bottom of 13 foot pool back to
surface
Successful completion of the lifeguard courses will not Guarantee Employment, but you will
receive Starfish Aquatics Institute Lifeguard license. ****CLASS FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE****
Marion Diehl Fall Stroke Clinic
For more information, to set up a swim test, or
register for a lifeguard class, please contact us at
MCAC: 704.336.3483 or Ray’s at 704.432.4729
Starfish Aquatics Institute—STARGUARD Program
Marion Diehl Swim Team
Dates: Please call 704.4322.4333 for more information
Time: M/W/F 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
COST: $70.00
CODE: 15397
Location: Marion Diehl Pool
Do you want to gain that winning edge and get ready for summer?
If so, the Marion Diehl Fall Stroke Clinic is the program for you! We
work on all of the competitive strokes and kicks.
Dates: Please call 704.432.4333 for more information
Time: 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
COST: $150.00
CODE: 15398
Location: Marion Diehl Pool
Do you want to gain that winning edge and get ready for next summer?
If so, the Marion Diehl Winter Swim Team is the program for you! We
work on all competitive strokes and kicks. Cost will include: t-shirt,
awards and an end of season party. All meets are held on Saturday’s.
Cub Scout Swim Clinic (Excludes Tiger’s)
Boy Scout Swim Clinic
Clinic ONE dates: Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
CLASS CODE: 16526
Clinic TWO dates: Nov 4, 11, 18, 25
CLASS CODE: 16527
Time: 6:45 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
COST: $10.00
Min/Max: 3/12
Location: Rays Splash Planet
Chance for boys to work on swim skills to gain Aquanaut badge or
swimming belt loop. Program is for boys who are comfortable having face in water and can float or semi-float on front and back.
Clinic ONE Dates: Oct 9, 16, 23
CLASS CODE:16528
Clinic TWO Dates: Nov 6, 13, 20
CLASS CODE: 16529
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
COST: $10.00
Min/Max: 3/10
Location: Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center
Another step closer to Eagle, gain knowledge and work on parts of the
Swimming and Lifesaving merit badge program. Find more information
about becoming a lifeguard. Should be comfortable swimming 25 yds.
***Register for both Clinic and Team at same time for $190***
Marion Diehl Pool
800 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
704.336.DIVE (3483)
2219 Tyvola Road
704.432.0237
215 N. Sycamore Street
704.432.4729
Fall 2014 Swim Lessons / Water Fitness / Special Events
www.parkandrec.com/aquatics