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 Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Get Going Program Guide here! You can download or request a catalog to be sent to you. Or visit Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation online course registration website eParks here and find out about all the programs and classes we offer.
View and Download the Aquatics Brochure Here!!!
> Swim Lessons
> Dancing and Cheerleading
> Youth Sports
> Homeshool Thursdays
> No School Day Camps
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 Jody Corum with any questions about any swim classes by phone at 704.432.1141 or by email at jody.corum@mecklenburgcountync.gov
Parent & Child Level I
6 months- 18 months
No water experience required. Parent will learn holding and supporting techniques. Child will learn entry and exiting water safely, getting comfortable in water, buoyancy, leg action and learn how to play safely. Please have child wear appropriate swim diapers. (All activities must involve Parent or Guardian in the water. ) Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers to register.
Download the Spring 2012 Swim Lesson Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!
Parent & Child Level II
18 months- 3 years
No water experience required. Parent will establish expectation for supervision. Child will build on the skills such as entry and exits from the water, submerging, buoyancy, changing directions, swim on front and back. Please have child wear appropriate swim diapers. (All activities must involve Parent or Guardian in the water.) Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers to register.
Download the Spring 2012 Swim Lesson Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!
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. Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers.
Download the 2012 Spring Swim Lessons Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
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. Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers.
Download the 2012 Spring Swim Lessons Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
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. Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers.
Download the 2012 Spring Swim Lessons Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
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. Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers.
Download the 2012 Spring Swim Lessons Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
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. Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers.
Download the 2012 Spring Swim Lessons Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
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. Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers.
Download the 2012 Spring Swim Lessons Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
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. Please download the flyer below to see individual swim lesson times, dates, cost and barcode numbers.
Download the 2012 Spring Swim Lessons Flyer
(requires the free Adobe Reader program)
Register online at eParks for these swim classes today!
MADE Today, INC Present's Cheerleading, Dance & Gymnastics:
MADE Today, Inc is owned and operated by a former NFL Professional Cheerleader and participants perform at sporting events, parades, festivals and more! Classes are ongoing. Cheerleading-Dance and Gymnastics Classes meet every Wednesday for 45 minute classes from 6:00-8:30 for ages 3-15. There is a one time yearly $25 registration fee and $30 per month for one class (cheer-dance or gymnastics) or $45 for both. Sibling discounts and financial aid is available For more information visit www.madetoday.net or please contact Eiesha Williamson at 704.333.4062 or ewilliamson@madetoday.net.
View the M.A.D.E. Today flyer
Youth Boys & Girls Baseball, Soccer, Flag Football, Basketball and Cheerleading
(WOULD YOU LIKE TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER YOUTH SPORTS COACH? Inquire about this opportunity with Calvin Covington)
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 704-432-1139. Find out how you can help positively impact a child's life today!
Youth Baseball
Let's all go out to the ball game! Sign up for youth baseball beginning in February 2012. Practices will begin in March 2012 and games sometime soon after. For more information please contact Calvin Covington at (704) 432-1139.
Ages: 5-12 years
Registration Period: February 1st – February 25th
Price: $65.00 
Register: Online @ Eparks
Barcodes:
6 and under #32617
8 and under #32282
10 and under #32283
12 and under #32284
Youth Baseball Info Sheet
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) 432-1139.
Youth Basketball Info Sheet 2010-2011
Ages: 5-16yrs
Registration Dates: Monday, September 27 - Friday, October 22. Season will start Saturday, December 11.
Price: $65.00
Barcodes:
6 and under
8 and under
10 and under
12 and under
14 and under
16 and under
Register: Online @ Eparks
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 @ 704-432-1139
Age: 5-12yrs
Registration Dates: October 1st - October 31st
Price: $65.00
Register: Barcode# Online @ Eparks
Youth Soccer
Let's kick it! Sign up for youth soccer beginning the last week in June. Practices begin in August and games begin in early September. For more information please contact Calvin Covington at (704) 432-1139.
Youth Soccer Info Sheet
Ages: 5-12 years
Registration Period: July 1st – July 31st
Price: $65.00
Register: Barcode# Online @ Eparks
Youth Flag Football
Sign up youth flag football beginning the last week in June. Practices begin in August and games will begin in early September. For more information please contact Calvin Covington at (704) 432-1139.
Youth Flag Football Info Sheet
Ages: 5-12 years
Registration Period: July 1st – July 31st
Price: $65.00
Register: Barcode# Online @ Eparks
Register online at eParks today! Or you may contact 311 to register over the phone.
Homeschool Thursday's @ Ray's Splash Planet
Join Ray's Splash Planet for Homeschool Thursday's! Come and swim anytime between
12pm-4pm every Thursday if your children are homeschooled; September 2011 through May 2012. (
Except for Mecklenburg County No School Day's.)
Discount coupons and specials cannot be applied to fees on Homeschool Thursday's.
Ages:
5-17yrs*
(*Siblings, 4 and under, of homeschool children also enjoy the discounted rate of $4)
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.
Ray's No School Day Camps
These camps are designed for kids ages 6-12 yrs old and are filled with FUN! We play sports, games, arts and crafts, and of course have plenty of pool time. Pre-Registration is required. To register dial 311 or go online to
www.parkandrec.com. For more information contact us at 704-432-1139.
Spring Break Youth Camp (6-12 years)
Enjoy Spring Break at Ray's Splash Planet. This week long camp is designed for kids 6-12 years old. We take a field trip, play sports, games, arts and crafts, and of course enjoy lots of SWIMMING!!!
Dates:
Times:
7:30am-6pm - $150 Regular hours
Registration Barcode:
21476
Register online for our Spring Break Youth Camp here at eParks
Ray's Mini Day Camps (6-12 years)
These mini camps are filled with fun and are generally scheduled throughout the school year on days when CMS children are out of school. The camps include games, sports, arts, crafts and of swimming!
Dates:
Times:
8:30am-4:30pm - $20 Regular hours
8:00am-6:00pm - $25 Pre/Post hours
Register online for our No School Day Camps here at eParks
Winter Break No School Day 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 enjoy lots of SWIMMING!!!
Dates:
Times:
8:30am-4:30pm - $20 Regular hours
8:00am-6:00pm - $25 Pre/Post hours
Register online for our Winter Break Youth Camp here at eParks
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.