Oriole Recreation
OYR Sports
Registration is needed to participate in all of our youth recreational sports programs. Please call our office at 517.541.5740 if you have any questions. Refunds are not given once registration is completed.
Cheerleading
Practices begin the beginning of August. Coaches will reach out with more information. Register Here
5-1-7 Cheer grades 3rd - 5th
- Practice 4 days a week (Monday - Thursday) Cheer at 1 JV Game (Thursday) Compete at 5 competitions on Saturday and participate in Charlotte Frontier day parade. Include team shirt, bow and fee for competitions.
DK - 2nd Sideline cheer
- Practice will be 1 - 2 days a week - days and times will be communicated by cheer coach once registration is closed. Participants will cheer at 2 CJO games (Saturday Games) 1 JV Game (Thursday Game) and participate in Charlotte Frontier days parade. Includes cheer shirt and bow.
Sideline cheer : Grades 3rd, 6th, 7th & 8th
- Practice days and times will be communicated by cheer coach. 3rd grade : practice 3 - 4 days a week. Cheer at games on Saturday. 6th grade : practice 4 - 5 days a week. Cheer at games on Saturday. 7th & 8th Grade : practice 4 - 5 days a week. Cheer at games on Wednesday. All teams cheer at 1 JV game (Thursday) & participate in Charlotte Frontier day parade. (includes cheer shirt, pants and bow)
Red Cedar Basketball
For more information about Red Cedar as a league, visit www.redcedarbasketball.com.
Registration is closed.
tiger sharks club swimming summer 2026
Anyone is able to join the Tiger Shark swim club. We welcome CPS students, homeschoolers, and other area district students. There is no residency requirement for Tiger Sharks.
Summer Tiger Shark Information Guide
Session Dates:
May 26th - July 30th
All ages $160 Register Here
Practice is Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Swimmers that can swim at least 25 meters on their back and front. We will practice two times per week for an hour and a half. Practice will be like an intense swimming lesson. The goal of our program for our youngest sharks is to be able to compete all four strokes 25 yards legally.
Swim Meets : Register Here
June 13th - Coldwater : 12pm warm up 1pm start
June 27th - Coldwater : Meijer State Games
July 7th - Charlotte : 5pm Warm up 6pm start
July 18th - Coldwater : 12pm warm up 1pm start
Red cedar volleyball
Registration will begin in January.
Play will begin in March
spring ball leagues
Registration is closed.
Please be sure you are signing your child up for the correct age group
Youth Softball : 8U, 10U, 12U and 14U
Coach Pitch Baseball : 8U
Player Pitch Baseball 10U, 12U, 14U
T - Ball
Summer Field Trips
Summer Field Trips
This summer the Charlotte Aquatic Center will host Friday field trips. All trips will be from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm to provide a whole day of care for your child. The price of registration will cover admission, transportation and chaperone. Please be sure to pack a disposable lunch for your child. Parents are welcome to come with us, but will need a current background check on file with the district to ride the bus.
John Ball Zoo
Friday, August 14th 9:00 - 5:00 pm Register Here
Join Oriole Recreation on a trip to the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids. We will spend the day exploring the zoo and seeing all kinds of animals. Registration includes admission, transportation, and chaperone. Please send $10 spending money with your child for ice cream or another treat. Please make sure to dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Please send a sack lunch with your child for this trip.
Private Lessons
Private lessons
Pre-Registration is required for all programming unless noted otherwise. Please call (517) 541-5740 to set up private lessons. Once you call us, we will have our instructor text you to set up a mutually beneficial time. We would love to help you or your athlete grow.
Price Structure:
Single Training Session: $25 for 30 minutes
Five Training Sessions: $100 for five 30 minute sessions
Swimming
Private swimming lessons are done by our seasoned swimming lesson instructors and Tiger Shark coaches. Private swimming lessons are $25 for each 30 minute session. Private swimming lessons will be held in the main pool for students 5 years old through adults. The therapy pool will be used for students 6 months through 5 years old.
Available anytime May 4th - August 22nd.
Call 517.541.5740 to begin the scheduling process.
Times will vary depending on availability.
Tennis / Pickleball
Private tennis / pickleball lessons are done by our Varsity tennis coach. Private lessons are $25 for each 30 minute session. These tennis / pickleball lessons will be held on our Charlotte High School tennis courts. We have tennis rackets and pickleball paddles that you can use if you need to borrow one. Please wear tennis shoes and dress comfortably for the weather. Please bring a water bottle.
Available anytime May 4th - August 22nd.
Call 517.541.5740 to begin the scheduling process.
Times will vary depending on availability.
Golf
Private golf lessons are done by our Varsity golf coach. Private lessons are $25 for each 30 minute session. These golf lessons will be held at Maple Brook golf course, or another mutually agreed on course. There may also be green fees depending on location. We do have golf clubs that you can use if you need to borrow them while in the lesson. Please dress appropriately for the course and weather. Please bring a water bottle.
Available anytime June 6th - August 16th.
Please call 517.541.5740 to begin the scheduling process.
Times will vary depending on availability.
Strength and flexibility
Private Training is done by our Varsity Football Coach and his staff. Private lessons are $25 for each 30 minute session. These training sessions will be held at the Charlotte High School weight room and gymnasium. Please wear comfortable workout clothing and wear gym appropriate shoes. Please bring a water bottle with you.
Available anytime June 6th - August 10th.
Please call 517.541.5740 to begin the scheduling process.
Times will vary depending on availability.
Speed and Agility
Speed and Agility private training sessions are available all summer long. Our varsity football coach and his staff will be designing and carrying out lessons built to make you stronger and ready for all sports. Building muscle and agility will help to grow our athletes and keep them safe. Training sessions are $25 for 30 minutes of training. These sessions will be held at our Charlotte High School site. Exact location depends on your goals. Please dress for a workout and wear appropriate shoes for a outdoor track/gym floor. Please bring a water bottle.
Available all summer long.
Please call 517.541.5740 to begin the scheduling process.
Times will vary depending on availability.
Golf and Tennis
Pre-Registration is required for all programs unless noted otherwise. Please register online or call (517) 541-5740. These programs have been made possible in part by Playground and Recreation Millage funds. *Please note that refunds will not be granted once registered.
Tennis Lessons
Tennis lessons are held at the Charlotte High School Tennis courts. CUE students will meet in the office with an instructor to walk to the courts together. If there is a rainy day, lessons will be held in the Charlotte Middle School in the cafeteria. Please pick the kids up from door 1 on the Upper Elementary side at the conclusion of their lesson. The cost of lessons is $70.
Sept. 15th - Oct. 8th Register Here
3:35 - 5:00pm 4th & 5th
Golf
Fall Lessons : Sept. 8th - Oct. 1st $70 Register Here
Lessons will be held on the CMS practice field after school. If there is a rainy day, they will play in the media center.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
2:30pm - 4:00pm 6th grade - 8th grade
3:30pm - 4:45pm 4th & 5th grade
Day Camps
Pre-Registration is required for all programming unless noted otherwise. Please register online or call (517) 541-5740. These programs have been made possible in part by Playground and Recreation Millage funds. *Please note that refunds will not be granted once registered. Clicking on the name of the trip will take you to the registration page for that trip.
Day Camps
During school breaks we offer a day camp for your student to attend. They run from 9:00am - 4:00. We provide them lunch and fun in the pool or playground (weather permitting) Some of our day camps include a trip. Day camp with no trip is $30 and days with trips are $50. Those have a different price to account for admission. We still provide lunch on those days.
Register Here
Monday, October 12th
Monday, November 23rd
Tuesday, November 24th - Fun City
Monday, December 21st
Tuesday, December 22nd - Eaton Theater
Tuesday, December 29th
Wednesday, December 30th - Bowling
Teen Programming
Babysitting Class
September 21st - October 7th
Mondays and Wednesdays 2:30 - 5:30pm
Register Here
Babysitting class will take place at Weymouth. Participants will learn about caring for children of all ages from birth on with hands on experience. All participants will learn the basics of how to provide care for someone that is choking and the basics of CPR and rescue breathing but will not get certified in those skills. Participants will walk to Weymouth Child Development Center after school. This is not a Red Cross course.
Middle school club tennis
September 14th - October 21st
Register Here
Middle school club tennis will run September 14th through October 21st. Practice will be daily Monday through Thursday from 2:45pm - 400pm. There will be opportunity to play against other teams. Please bring a water bottle and appropriate shoes for practice. This is for grades 6th - 8th grade.
Oriole ski and snowboard
Sunday, January 17th 2027 Register Here
Sunday Night Crazy Rates at Canonsburg. 2:30pm - 10:00pm ( No school that Monday) Ages 9 and up. $10 per student - this is for BUS ONLY. Lift tickets and rentals are purchased at Canonsburg. You will need to send money with your student.
Swim in movie
October 16th 7:00pm Register Here
Grab your friends, bring your favorite floaty and join us for a night in the pool featuring the ultimate shark movie. The therapy pool is heated, so you can stay comfortable while you watch. Get in the water and settle in for Jaws on the big screen. $10 online with pre-registration or $15 at the door. There will be a limited concessions available. Bring your friends and see if you can make it through the movie without checking the water for sharks!
Adult Programming
Field Trips
Chicago $60 Register Here
Saturday, December 5th
8:00am - 10:00pm
Chicago Day Trip Saturday, December 5th. Come join us on a fun filled day to Chicago. We provide the transportation on a comfortable charter bus with a bathroom. You get to plan and spend the day your way. All children must be accompanied by a parent and there are NO chaperones provided for this trip. The bus will leave the Charlotte Aquatic Center at 8AM. The bus will return to the Aquatic Center around 10:30PM. Drop off and pick up are all at Navy Pier. This trip does need to meet a minimum passenger capacity in order to run. If it is not met - a full refund will be provided. Please sign up by November 15th. If you have any questions please call the office at 517-541-5740.
Adult drop in volleyball
September 8th - October 29th
Charlotte Middle School Main Gym
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Join us for drop in volleyball every Tuesday and Thursday at Charlotte Middle School. We play in the main gym from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. The cost is $5 per night or purchase a $40 punch card with 10 punches on it. No registration is necessary, come and play!
Adult Pick up basketball
September 13th - December 27th
Charlotte Middle School Main Gym - Please enter through door #4
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Join us for pick up basketball every Sunday night at Charlotte Middle School. We play in the main gym from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. The cost is $5 per night.
Adult Pickleball lessons
Join us for pickleball lessons. Equipment can be provided if needed. Dress comfortably and bring a water bottle. Make-up lessons will be determined by instructor and participants.
Register Here
CHS Tennis Courts CHS Tennis Courts
Tuesday/ Thursdays Mondays/Wednesdays
6:30 - 7:30 HS/MS 6:30 - 7:30 HS/MS
Sept. 15, 17, 22, 24 Sept. 14, 16, 21, 23
Beginner Class Intermediate
Swimming Lessons
Adult Swimming Lessons
September 21st - November 9th $70
Register Here
Adults are considered anyone 13 or older for swimming lessons. Classes will meet in the main pool on Monday evenings from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.
cpr classes
There is an online component to this class. You must complete the online work before attending the in person session. Sign up for the course no later that 3 days before the in person session. Each date below is a separate course, you only need to attend one.
Summer CPR Courses : Register Here
Friday, August 21st 9:00 - 11:00am - CMS Cafeteria
Sunday, September 13th 4:00 - 6:00pm - CAC Lobby
Tuesday, October 13th 4:00 - 6:00pm - CAC Lobby
Sunday, November 8th 5:00 - 7:00pm - CAC Lobby
Monday, November 23rd 9:00 - 11:00am - CAC Lobby
Lifeguard training
Held at the Charlotte Aquatic Center. An email will be sent with online coursework that needs to be completed prior to attending the class.
Register Here
November 9th & 11th - 4:00pm - 8:30pm
November 15th - 2:00pm - 8:30pm
November 16th & 18th - 4:00pm - 8:30pm
Oriole Recreation Calendar
Charlotte Aquatic Center
1068 Carlisle Hwy
Charlotte, Michigan 48813
517.541.5740 phone
Business Hours
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
TENNIS/PICKLEBALL COURT RULES
Use courts at your own risk.
School district is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen items.
No food, glass, tobacco or alcoholic beverages.
Remove all personal items and trash upon exiting.
No bicycles, roller blades, or skateboards.
No pets allowed inside fenced area.
Proper footwear required (heelless rubber-soled shoes).
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Do not abuse/damage net, court surface, fencing, or other equipment.
Courts are under video surveillance.
Please report damages or misuse by calling: (517) 541-5100.
Players are asked to observe tennis/pickleball court courtesies as well as rules of good conduct on and around courts. This includes avoiding the use of profane/lewd language in appropriate for a school setting.
Whenever there are players waiting, all players must vacate courts after playing for one half (1/2) hour (up to 2 hours for reservations) or one set. Winners shall have no prior rights to remain on the courts.
Charlotte Public Schools shall have priority use for school or school-sponsored activities.
No individual, group, club or organization shall occupy tennis courts for tournament play without written permission from Charlotte Public Schools. Application must be made at least fourteen (14) days in advance of requested dates set for start of play. Approval is subject to the District's facility use policy.
Rules and expectations are subject to change by District without notice.
