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At the Lynda McManus Piano Company, we specialize in helping families engage in music in a fun and educational way. Our team of dedicated instructors offer one-on-one and group instruction in a variety of instruments, including piano, voice, guitar, videography, and song writing. We also offer a children’s community group chorus which helps foster musical outreach in the Tri-Valley. Lynda McManus has been teaching piano in the Tri-Valley for 30 years. She holds Bachelor and Masters Degrees in music and piano performance and has been an active professional pianist, performing as a recitalist, accompanist, and chamber musician, and as a choral director. Lynda has helped many families purchase quality and affordable pianos over the years and has seen many of her students achieve success in piano and music. She is a renowned Piano Instructor in the Tri-Valley and has helped countless children and adults in their musical journey.

Our latest addition is the spacious and air-conditioned Pre-Team gym, which is perfect for our four- to seven-year-old students. Since 1966, Diablo Gymnastics School has been a leader in gymnastics instruction. Founded by Jim Gault, the program started out small, but soon outgrew its space at College Park High School and had to move to an empty Safeway building. With Mr. Gault’s dedication, Diablo’s program began to make an impact nationally and team members traveled extensively to compete in countries all around the world. In 1978, the school found a permanent home in a warehouse complex on Old Crow Canyon Road in San Ramon. This location has allowed the school to grow from two hundred to more than a thousand students each week. The latest addition is the air-conditioned Pre-Team gym, perfect for four- to seven-year-old students.

At Best Brains, we understand the importance of giving your child the best start in their educational journey. Our enrichment program is designed to provide your child with the skills they need to excel academically. Our board-certified teachers work with your child on a weekly basis to help them understand and practice essential skills in math, English, abacus, G.K. and beyond. This helps your child to gain the confidence and knowledge they need to succeed in school and beyond. At Best Brains, we strive to give your child the tools they need to achieve academic success. Our enrichment program is tailored to help your child build a solid foundation of skills in math, English, abacus, G.K. and more. Our board-certified teachers provide your child with weekly one-on-one instruction that will help them gain the confidence and knowledge to excel both in school and in life. With our program, your child will have the tools they need to reach their fullest potential.

My Gym was founded 35 years ago with the simple mission of providing a supportive, safe, and engaging environment for children to learn and grow. We are proud to have seen our dream come to fruition in the form of a community of more than 700 locations worldwide. Our experienced teachers are dedicated to helping children of all ages and abilities reach their potential through physical activity and creative play. We love watching our members reach their milestones and share their excitement with their parents. We take great pride in being able to provide a positive environment where children can develop their self-esteem and confidence. We believe that every child has their own unique talents and abilities, and our goal is to nurture them and help them to succeed.

At Black Tiger TKD, we are proud to offer a variety of martial arts skills from two Korean masters. We are passionate about providing a comprehensive martial arts experience to our students that emphasizes Tae Kwon Do and Hap Kido. Our students are able to develop a variety of skills, such as attention and respect, concentration and timing, strength and flexibility, goal setting, achievement and accomplishment, sportsmanship, confidence, and character. At Black Tiger TKD, we believe that martial arts should be fun, and we strive to bring the joy and excitement of martial arts to our students. We understand the value of Tae Kwon Do instruction for all age levels, especially for the young, and are proud to provide our students with the opportunity to grow and learn. We look forward to helping you and your family find success in martial arts.

School of Rock San Ramon offers an exciting way to learn music for kids and adults of all ages. Our innovative programs, camps, and workshops make music fun for everyone. With the School of Rock Method, students learn to play music from day one and perform in real venues. Our music education experts are local musicians who combine individual music lessons with the performance-based school of Rock Method to get amazing results from your student. At School of Rock San Ramon, we believe in performance-based music education. That's why our experienced instructors provide one-on-one instruction in drums, bass, keyboard, vocal, and guitar. We also have group practices which help to create great communities of musicians. Our students get to perform in local venues, while learning to play music and having fun. School of Rock San Ramon is the leader in music education. Our programs, camps, and workshops make music fun and accessible for everyone. We combine individual music lessons and the performance-based School of Rock Method to get the best results for your student. With experienced instructors, we help create great communities of musicians by providing one-on-one instruction and group practices. Students get to perform in real venues while having fun and learning to play music from day one.

Our Director, Liz Claytor, has been involved in swimming for the past 35 years and has been coaching for 25. Before founding Splash Swim School, Liz was the Assistant Director of DACA Swim School in Cupertino, California. Liz's own swimming journey began in early childhood, when she joined a summer league swim team at Los Altos Golf and Country Club. She soon rose to the level of a nationally-ranked swimmer, competing for De Anza Cupertino Aquatics and eventually for the University of California at Berkeley. With this impressive swimming background, Liz is the perfect person to lead Splash Swim School.

At the Chevron STEM Zone, parents and students alike can explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering and math. With interactive exhibits and exciting learning stations, everyone can gain insight into how these important concepts affect our everyday lives. Get hands-on experience and discover the real-world applications of STEM as you explore the Zone! Are you looking for an engaging way to explore science, technology, engineering and math? Look no further than the Chevron STEM Zone! Here, students, teachers and parents can dive into interactive exhibits that demonstrate the real-world applications of these important concepts. Exciting learning stations and hands-on experiences will spark an interest in STEM as everyone discovers the many ways it affects our everyday lives. Come explore, learn and be inspired at the Chevron STEM Zone!

SRVA Masters is the perfect swim team for adults of any skill level. Whether you're a beginner, an experienced swimmer, or a triathlete, we have something to offer everyone. Coached workouts, stroke technique and race strategy guidance, and a friendly community of swimmers are all part of the SRVA Masters experience. We also host social events, giving you the chance to make new friends and grow closer with your teammates. Join us today and start taking advantage of the many benefits of being part of the SRVA Masters family!

At The Growing Room, we focus on providing a safe, fun, and educational environment for children. Our goal is to help children reach their potential by providing a supportive atmosphere. Our programs focus on helping children to develop their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual skills. We offer a variety of engaging activities such as arts & crafts, science, music & movement, cooking, and outdoor play. We also provide homework help and tutoring for those who need it. The Growing Room has been helping children since 1989 and remains committed to providing exceptional after-school enrichment for children of all ages. We believe that by working together with parents and schools, we can create the best possible learning environment for children. Our experienced staff provides a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for children to learn, grow, and reach their potential.