Community Programs

The Nature and Adventure Center is proud to host a wide range of community programs for our constituents. 

The following programs are currently offered: 

 

Swimming Lessons (4 Beginner Classes)  

Led by Red Cross Certified Lifeguards

First Session is May 30 - June 23

     Time of First Class: 3:00pm - 3:45pm (12 students and 2 Instructors)

     Time of Second Class: 4:00pm - 4:45pm (12 students and 2 Instructors)

     Register at: Swim Lesson Registration

Second Session is June 26 - July 3 (This is a repeat of First Session and students should not register for both)

     Time of First Class: 3:00pm - 3:45pm (12 students and 2 Instructors)

     Time of Second Class: 4:00pm - 4:45pm (12 students and 2 Instructors)

     Register at: Swim Lesson Registration 

Ages 6-11 Only 

$25/class for 19 classes in a course. 

Each Class is 45 minutes in length! 

Most materials are provided. (You will need swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, etc) 

You do Not have to be a member of Adventure Camp to Participate. Open to the public. 

Adventure Camp campers are required to be registered in Extended Care Program to participate in Swim Lessons.

 

Yoga 

Led by Mary Ellen Smith Studios

Every Friday 9:30am-11:00am

Ages Over 18 Only 

Pay by Cash or Check on the day of the event. 

Donations are accepted - $20 suggested

Bring Yoga Mat and Have Fun! 

Contact Information to Register for Classes: Mary Ellen Smith at msmith7733@cs.com or 706-829-1200

 

Floral Design Classes

Martina's Monthly Design Classes
Register by calling: 706-863-7172
Classes begin at 7:00pm

The cost is $75.00 per class

Supplies and light refreshments will be provided

January 10th- "New Year's Cheer" Class (New Year's swag made of mixed foliage, ribbon, and decorations)
February 7th- "Contempo Cupid" Class (we will make the contempo rose cube)
March 7th- "Tee Time" Class (a golf themed arrangement)
March 28th- "Egg-straordinary" Class (Easter Theme floral basket)
May- (Mother's Day bouquet)
June 6th- (Patriotic arrangement)
July- take a break for the summer OR- possibly design something more advanced, something contemporary
August- break for the summer OR- create a summer arrangement
September 12th- (Fall arrangement)
October 17th- Halloween arrangement
November14th- (centerpiece with a candle)

Dance Classes

Led by Ballroom in Motion

Ballroom In Motion With Teena Marie is the place to go for ballroom dancing and other dance lessons in Augusta, Georgia. With us, you get fun, easy, and incredibly rewarding classes and private sessions that will help you learn to dance quickly!

Having more than 50 years of experience, we have developed programs that are comprehensive, yet affordable and easy to follow. Our lessons are designed to meet the different needs of beginners and advanced dancers alike. From our group classes to our private lessons, you will have a great time learning in a relaxed and positive environment.

Children Classes:

Mondays 3:00pm - 4:00pm for 6-8 year old (Creative Movement & Music - Hands clapping, feet stomping fun easy movements for our littles.)

Mondays 4:00pm - 5:00pm for 9-12 year olds

Mondays 5:00pm - 6:00pm for 12-18 year olds (These ongoing classes will teach your children various ballroom and social dances with an emphasis on self confidence, exercise ,posture and grace.)

Adult Classes: 

Mondays 6:30pm - 7:15pm for “Open” (no partner needed)

Mondays 7:15pm - 8:00pm for Couples Class

November classes:

Holiday Party Survival Course

This fun, easy class will focus on the 3 dance styles you would most need at any Holiday Party or wedding reception. 

Swing,Slow Dancing (the proper way) and Hustle (fast dancing with twirls)

Pay by Cash, Check, Square

Price of the Class and Materials is only $50 per month! 

Contact Instructor to Inquire: Mrs. Teena Marie at teena@ballroominmotion.com or 706-414-6381

Students of all ability levels welcomed! 

 

Academic Tutoring

Coming Soon

For Chidren 

Pay by Cash, Check, Square, Venmo, or Cash App on the day of the event. 

Price of the Class and Materials is only $______

Contact Instructor to Inquire

Students of all ability levels welcomed! 

 

Painting

Coming Soon

For Adults

Pay by Cash, Check, Square, Venmo, or Cash App on the day of the event. 

Price of the Class and Materials is only $______

Contact Instructor to Inquire

Students of all ability levels welcomed! 

 

Cotillion

Coming Soon

For Chidren 

Pay by Cash, Check, Square, Venmo, or Cash App on the day of the event. 

Price of the Class and Materials is only $______

Contact Instructor to Inquire

Students of all ability levels welcomed!