CTC offers non-credit courses

2008-09-05 / Lifestyles

The Central Texas College (CTC) Continuing Education Department continues registration for fall classes. A variety of courses including exercise, self-improvement, home décor, dance and senior lifelong learning classes are available.

Water Aerobics (for lifelong learners age 50 and up): The class offers fun, easy-to-follow exercise routines to improve cardiovascular conditioning, strength, flexibility, muscular endurance and balance. It's a total body workout including aerobics, toning and stretching. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 9 to Oct. 16, 9- 10 a.m. Cost is $36.

Salsa Dancing: Learn how to feel the rhythm and beat while getting the basics of this Latin dance favorite. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 9- 18, 7- 9 p.m. Cost is $31.

Yoga: Designed to connect the mind and body, the class focuses on strength and balance movements for increasing flexibility and reducing stress. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 9- Oct. 2, 5:45-6:45 p.m. Cost is $26.

Aerobic Exercise: This new class combines cardio aerobics, kickboxing and muscle toning. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, 5:45- -6:45 p.m. Cost is $32.

Core Strength and Conditioning: This new exercise class develops the body uniformly and corrects posture while toning muscles and increasing flexibility. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 15- Oct. 8. Cost is $26.

Home Decorating Made Simple: Learn how to arrange a room that is attractive and functional. Students will learn about color schemes, fabric selection, window dressings and home accessories. Class meets Sept. 9 and 16, 6:30- 8:30 p.m. Cost is $19.

Basic Math Review: Whether prepping for a test or helping kids with homework, this class will reacquaint one with fractions, proportions, percents, perimeters, ratios and more. Class will focus on practical applications and examples to help students retain and recall skills covered in class. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 9 to Oct. 7, 7:30- 9:30 p.m. Cost is $44 plus $15 for the textbook .

To register for these and other Continuing Education classes, call (254) 526-1586. A schedule of courses can be found online at www.ctcd.edu/ce.

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