Gilmer P.A.R.D. is offering Karate classes at the First Methodist Church Gym, open to children, teenagers and adults of both genders.

This year-around program will teach techniques in the art, sport and self defense aspects of Karate.

The class fee is $60 (10 weeks) and the uniform cost is $30.

Registration and classes begin Tuesday, Sept. 17, 24 and Oct. 1, at 6 p.m.

New students are accepted for first three weeks only.

For more information, call 903-236-3453 or go to www.et-ask.com.