Frugal Family: Deals on Self-Defense, Tanning, Cookies and More

Here are discounts that will give you a chance to try different martial-arts classes, get some color, or treat yourself and the kids to gourmet cookies or a lunch.

WAX ON, WAX OFF AT ZEN DOJOS

Deal: Three classes for $30 (jiujitsu, kempo, krav maga) in San Juan Capistrano.  Valid for one of each class listed for new and existing customers—kids and adults.  Coupon in community guide.

Good through: May 9

GET TAN AT SALON SOLEIL

Deal: One week unlimited for $30 or 50 percent off of a custom airbrush session at the San Juan Capistrano salon. Coupons in Coupon Clipper.

Good through: April 25

TRY GOURMET COOKIE DOUGH AT OMI KOOKIES

Deal: $1 off gourmet cookie dough (regular price $14.99 for 24 ounces) or 10 percent off handmade candy or Easter baskets with purchase of $5 or more at the San Clemente shop. Coupon in Clipper Magazine.

Good through: April 21

LUNCH WITH THE HOT LUNCH LADY

Deal: A $5 gift card comes with the purchase of $10 or more at this San Juan Capistrano mom's kitchen for private-school students. Coupon in Community Guide.

Good through: May 9

LOOK FOR SAVINGS AT BED BATH & BEYOND

Deal: 20 percent off one single item in-store. Coupon in the mail or first-time e-mail subscribers get coupon when they sign up. 

Good through: April 4 (for mail coupon); e-mail coupon will have its own expiration date.