More About Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center
Lots of new upcoming programs:
Member Appreciation Day – TODAY, October 5, 12pm – 5pm. You are the "zest", and we appreciate our members! To celebrate you, Simply the Zest will be on-site to make freshly squeezed lemonades for our members. *Lemonades available to active MAFC members.
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DONATE BLOOD or PLATELETS on Monday, October 12 from 1pm - 6pm. OneBlood Big Red Bus will be on-site. All donors receive a Halloween t-shirt, a $20 eGift Card, and a wellness checkup including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count, and cholesterol screening. Walk-ins are accepted and appointments are encouraged. DONOR SIGNUP LINK.
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We’re excited to welcome Seabird Pediatrics to MAFC as they offer pediatric aquatic therapy on Thursday afternoons. Private sessions with a Seabird therapist use the benefits of water to help children build confidence, strength, and independence. Sessions are designed for children with neurological and developmental challenges, however families looking for a specialized environment for their child may also be a great fit. To schedule an appointment: lindsaysawyerpt@gmail.com. For more information: Lindsay Sawyer, PT, DPT | 704-242-0621
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Show off your creativity by using fabric, glue, embellishments, paint, and more to bring your artificial pumpkin to life. Remember, all items must be attached, and your pumpkin should be freestanding with your own base. Let's keep it family-friendly and have fun! Be sure to register your pumpkin when you drop it off at the front desk October 5 - October 23. Prizes will be awarded to the winners on October 30!
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As part of scheduled maintenance, the indoor pool heater replacement takes place October 12-16. We do not anticipate any pool closure, but water temperatures may get cooler later in the week. We will keep you informed if temperatures drop to 80 so you can plan your workout accordingly.
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Join us for our upcoming School Day Out! We invite our youngest members to join us for a fun-filled day during the teacher workday on October 19 from 7am – 6pm. Activities include arts and crafts, gym games, outdoor play, and swimming. The cost is only $35 per child. Please register in person at the front desk.
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Our next swim lessons start soon for MAFC members 6 months old and up! The online request form opens on Monday, October 12 at 10 AM and closes Sunday, November 18 at 11:59 PM. This session runs the week of October 26 and ends December 12. Please note that there are no classes the week of Thanksgiving. Completing the online form enters your swimmer into a lottery for swim class placement.
Members and the public can join us on October 14 at 5:30pm for an Exercise Recovery educational program presented by FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers. Registration is requested but not required.
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Registration is open for the Halloween Edition of PARENT'S NIGHT OUT on this Friday, October 16 from 5pm – 9pm! Parents, enjoy a date night or just a quiet night at home while your kids spend the evening with us! Kids will swim, do a craft, have a pizza dinner, and play games in the gymnasium. Register at the front desk. Event is also open to non-members, so bring a friend! The cost is $25 per child for members and $35 for non-members.
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Join us for an evening of fun and frights MAFC’s Trunk or Treat! On Friday, October 23, starting at 6:30 PM, our Upper Parking Lot will transform into a Halloween haven filled with creatively decorated car trunks and sweet treats. Little ghouls and goblins are encouraged to wear their costumes, and food trucks will be on site to satisfy your monstrous appetites. If you, your church, or your business would like to participate by decorating a trunk please complete a registration form. Click for Details
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MAFC members and the community can prevent medication misuse by dropping off expired or unused medication at our Medication Take Back event on Tuesday, November 17 from 9am – 12pm in the MAFC lobby.
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Join us on the America 250 Fitness Challenge at MAFC! Through October 11, it's time to lace up your sneakers and join us in completing 250 miles of exercise. Remember, 15 minutes of exercise equals 1 mile, and every workout counts when logged and stamped by our friendly MAFC staff. Pick up your fitness log at the MAFC front desk! Complete the challenge to earn a custom T-shirt, America250 Finisher’s medal, and a chance to win incredible prizes like a FREE 3-MONTH MEMBERSHIP, 30-minute massage, and more! Plus, crush those bonus miles each week for extra entries.
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ON-GOING PROGRAMS
The Reading Reef – Where Books Make a Splash. Located in the hallway outside of Tot’s Corner, The Reading Reef is a children’s book exchange. Our youngest members can take a book or leave a book. There is no check out system and they don’t have to return the book.
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Be our Guest! – MAFC welcomes guests of members. If you would love to bring a friend to enjoy our facility, please use this link to view our guest policy and rates. Non-members must be accompanied by a member and pay a rate of $15/day.
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Give them a birthday party they will never forget! Our splashtacular birthday parties are available indoors year-round and outdoors in the summer season. Parties are open to members and non-members! Please contact the front desk at 704-282-4680 to inquire about dates and for additional reservation information.
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Pickleball – Wednesdays, 3:30pm – 5:30pm and Fridays, 4pm – 6pm in Gymnasium Court B. First come, first served, open play, limited equipment available so please bring your own if you have it. Open to MAFC members age 14 & older.
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Volleyball – Thursdays 7pm – 9pm and Sundays 2pm – 4pm in Gymnasium Court B. Open to MAFC members age 14 & older.
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Racquetball Challenge Nights - Monday and Thursday evenings from 5:30pm – 9:30pm are reserved for friendly competition between members. No reservations are required. This is a great way to meet other racquetball players at your skill level.
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Knitting Club – First and Third Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 2:00pm in the Activity Room. Bring your own supplies as Nurse Sheila and Nurse Tracey instruct you through various knitting projects and techniques. FREE on-going event open to MAFC members.
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Parkinson’s Exercise Class – Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am – 11:30am. Class is open to the public, but registration is required by contacting our Novant Wellness Center at 704-282-4693.
Member Appreciation Day – TODAY, October 5, 12pm – 5pm. You are the "zest", and we appreciate our members! To celebrate you, Simply the Zest will be on-site to make freshly squeezed lemonades for our members. *Lemonades available to active MAFC members.
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DONATE BLOOD or PLATELETS on Monday, October 12 from 1pm - 6pm. OneBlood Big Red Bus will be on-site. All donors receive a Halloween t-shirt, a $20 eGift Card, and a wellness checkup including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count, and cholesterol screening. Walk-ins are accepted and appointments are encouraged. DONOR SIGNUP LINK.
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We’re excited to welcome Seabird Pediatrics to MAFC as they offer pediatric aquatic therapy on Thursday afternoons. Private sessions with a Seabird therapist use the benefits of water to help children build confidence, strength, and independence. Sessions are designed for children with neurological and developmental challenges, however families looking for a specialized environment for their child may also be a great fit. To schedule an appointment: lindsaysawyerpt@gmail.com. For more information: Lindsay Sawyer, PT, DPT | 704-242-0621
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Show off your creativity by using fabric, glue, embellishments, paint, and more to bring your artificial pumpkin to life. Remember, all items must be attached, and your pumpkin should be freestanding with your own base. Let's keep it family-friendly and have fun! Be sure to register your pumpkin when you drop it off at the front desk October 5 - October 23. Prizes will be awarded to the winners on October 30!
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As part of scheduled maintenance, the indoor pool heater replacement takes place October 12-16. We do not anticipate any pool closure, but water temperatures may get cooler later in the week. We will keep you informed if temperatures drop to 80 so you can plan your workout accordingly.
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Join us for our upcoming School Day Out! We invite our youngest members to join us for a fun-filled day during the teacher workday on October 19 from 7am – 6pm. Activities include arts and crafts, gym games, outdoor play, and swimming. The cost is only $35 per child. Please register in person at the front desk.
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Our next swim lessons start soon for MAFC members 6 months old and up! The online request form opens on Monday, October 12 at 10 AM and closes Sunday, November 18 at 11:59 PM. This session runs the week of October 26 and ends December 12. Please note that there are no classes the week of Thanksgiving. Completing the online form enters your swimmer into a lottery for swim class placement.
Members and the public can join us on October 14 at 5:30pm for an Exercise Recovery educational program presented by FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers. Registration is requested but not required.
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Registration is open for the Halloween Edition of PARENT'S NIGHT OUT on this Friday, October 16 from 5pm – 9pm! Parents, enjoy a date night or just a quiet night at home while your kids spend the evening with us! Kids will swim, do a craft, have a pizza dinner, and play games in the gymnasium. Register at the front desk. Event is also open to non-members, so bring a friend! The cost is $25 per child for members and $35 for non-members.
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Join us for an evening of fun and frights MAFC’s Trunk or Treat! On Friday, October 23, starting at 6:30 PM, our Upper Parking Lot will transform into a Halloween haven filled with creatively decorated car trunks and sweet treats. Little ghouls and goblins are encouraged to wear their costumes, and food trucks will be on site to satisfy your monstrous appetites. If you, your church, or your business would like to participate by decorating a trunk please complete a registration form. Click for Details
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MAFC members and the community can prevent medication misuse by dropping off expired or unused medication at our Medication Take Back event on Tuesday, November 17 from 9am – 12pm in the MAFC lobby.
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Join us on the America 250 Fitness Challenge at MAFC! Through October 11, it's time to lace up your sneakers and join us in completing 250 miles of exercise. Remember, 15 minutes of exercise equals 1 mile, and every workout counts when logged and stamped by our friendly MAFC staff. Pick up your fitness log at the MAFC front desk! Complete the challenge to earn a custom T-shirt, America250 Finisher’s medal, and a chance to win incredible prizes like a FREE 3-MONTH MEMBERSHIP, 30-minute massage, and more! Plus, crush those bonus miles each week for extra entries.
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ON-GOING PROGRAMS
The Reading Reef – Where Books Make a Splash. Located in the hallway outside of Tot’s Corner, The Reading Reef is a children’s book exchange. Our youngest members can take a book or leave a book. There is no check out system and they don’t have to return the book.
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Be our Guest! – MAFC welcomes guests of members. If you would love to bring a friend to enjoy our facility, please use this link to view our guest policy and rates. Non-members must be accompanied by a member and pay a rate of $15/day.
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Give them a birthday party they will never forget! Our splashtacular birthday parties are available indoors year-round and outdoors in the summer season. Parties are open to members and non-members! Please contact the front desk at 704-282-4680 to inquire about dates and for additional reservation information.
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Pickleball – Wednesdays, 3:30pm – 5:30pm and Fridays, 4pm – 6pm in Gymnasium Court B. First come, first served, open play, limited equipment available so please bring your own if you have it. Open to MAFC members age 14 & older.
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Volleyball – Thursdays 7pm – 9pm and Sundays 2pm – 4pm in Gymnasium Court B. Open to MAFC members age 14 & older.
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Racquetball Challenge Nights - Monday and Thursday evenings from 5:30pm – 9:30pm are reserved for friendly competition between members. No reservations are required. This is a great way to meet other racquetball players at your skill level.
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Knitting Club – First and Third Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 2:00pm in the Activity Room. Bring your own supplies as Nurse Sheila and Nurse Tracey instruct you through various knitting projects and techniques. FREE on-going event open to MAFC members.
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Parkinson’s Exercise Class – Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am – 11:30am. Class is open to the public, but registration is required by contacting our Novant Wellness Center at 704-282-4693.
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October 7, 2026
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