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Karate for Adults
Exercise, Sports and Wellness

This is an ongoing, year round program for those 13 years of age and up. Adults of all ages are welcome! We have 4 semesters a year. Students will learn self-confidence, self-esteem and self-defense during the course of this program. Quarterly tournaments are required for belt advancements. There are additional fees for tournaments and belt tests. Our program is one of the least expensive programs in Texas. A black uniform is required for class and may be purchased from the instructor at the first class.

CPR & First Aid - Fall 2018
Special Interest

This certification includes CPR (infant/child/adult), choking, AED and Basic First Aid. This satisfies requirements for foster families, adoption, childcare workers, first response teams at a business or church, and construction workers. This is a 2 year certification. Instructor Info: All of our instructors are professional firefighters and are certified through the American Safety Health Institute (ASHI).

Mad Science : Toying Around with Science
General Education

MAD SCIENCE : Toying Around with ScienceDetective Science - Discover how science is used to solve real crimes! Watch as the classroom is transformed into a crime lab Bugs! - Students will explore the world's most abundant animals! Mad Science Machines - Peek into a class to watch elementary age engineers hard at work with pulleys and levers. Movie Effects - Grab your popcorn but don't sit back! We're going to learn first-hand how advances in science and technology make our favorite special effects possible!Science of Toys - Children will discover the science behind some of their favorite toys in this fun-packed program! Earth Works - Take a voyage to the center of the Earth! We'll investigate the powerful processes that shape the planet and formclass. remarkable rocks, magnificent minerals, and glittering gems!

First Time Home Buyer Class
General Education

This one hour homebuyer education class is geared towards first time home buyers but all are welcome. Anyone who is considering a home purchase now or in the future will find this class beneficial.The class is taught by Debbie Richardson, a licensed Texas Real Estate Broker and full time Texas Mortgage Loan Originator, with 30 years’ experience in residential real estate and 10 years’ experience in the mortgage industry along with Rachel Clampffer, an award-winning realtor with RE/MAX Bastrop Area.Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions (participation is highly encouraged).Some topics will include:Is buying a home right for you? Buying vs rentingDifferent loan products and choosing the one that is best for you.How much money is needed and options for down payment and closing costsCredit scores and how credit affects your buying power. Pro tips to get your credit ready for homeownership.How does a lender determine how much you can afford? Basics on qualifying for a loan.How interest rates work and tips to avoid traps or misleading advertisements.How to choose a mortgage lender.Why not working with a Buyer’s Agent can cost you thousands.Putting a plan in place for a home purchase- taking the first step toward home ownershipHow to get pre-qualifiedWhat is the difference between pre-qualified and pre-approved

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