CTC lists non-credit courses

The Central Texas College (CTC) Continuing Education program is registering for a variety of classes.

Tennis: All skill levels are welcome to participate. Learn the basics of singles and doubles strategies. Drill for 30 minutes and play for an hour. The class will meet Tuesday, April 1- 22, 7- 8:30 p.m. Cost is $26.

Water Fitness Training: Develop strength and flexibility while improving posture and body awareness. Class combines Pilates and yoga movements modified for the water. No swimming skills are necessary. Class will meet Fridays, April 4- May 16, 11:45 a.m.- 12:45 p.m. Cost is $19.

Yoga: Designed to connect the mind and body, the class will focus on strength and balance movements to increase flexibility and reduce stress. Class meets Fridays, April 11- May 16, 11:45 a.m.- 12:45 p.m. Cost is $19. Another yoga class will meet each Tuesday and Thursday, April 22- May 15, 5:45-6:45 p.m. for $26.

Charcoal Portrait Drawing for lifelong learners (age 50 and older): Learn to draw using charcoal. Class will focus on value drawing, perspective and composition and include lecture, demonstration and practice under supervision. The class will meet Fridays, April 4- 25, 10 a.m. to noon. Cost is $24.

Internet and E-mail for lifelong

learners: Explore the Internet and learn to select a service provider, use web browsers, create an e-mail account, use search engines, online chat and download files. Students also will become familiar with security issues and antivirus programs. Class meets each Saturday, April 5- 19, 8 a.m. to noon. Cost is $41.

Computer Essentials for lifelong learners: This slower-paced course provides a foundation for understanding and mastering basic computer applications. It covers application software, operating systems and an overview of data, information and files. The class will meet Mondays and Wednesdays, April 7- 23, 9-11 a.m. Cost is $41.

Jewelry Making with Silver Clay: Make a piece of jewelry by learning to use art clay products. Get hands-on experience making a set of earrings or a pendant and creating and using molds with solder and a gas torch. The class will meet April 5, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Cost is $26 plus the cost of supplies.

Watercolor: The class will cover color theory, techniques and perspective of painting with watercolor. Class will meet Mondays, April 7- May 12, from 6:30- 9 p.m. Cost is $37 plus supplies.

To register for these and other Continuing Education classes, call (254) 526-1586. For a complete schedule and description of classes, log onto www.ctcd.edu/ce.