Aerial Dance Over Denver
“Start Slow & Low and Build Up” in all-ages classes (includes after-school) and camps, including trapeze, hoop, bungee dancing, aerial fitness and more.
Fit 4 Colorado School Challenge
CBS4 and HealthONE’s Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children is again offering this program recognizing elementary schools in the metro area that strive to keep students and faculty healthy. This includes in-school and after-school programs, physical education and school nutrition. One school will be selected each month and nominations are accepted through April 1. Form available at
Kundalini Yoga
Monday: All levels invited; no experience required. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Bring water and a yoga mat. Single session: $10 nonmember/drop-in rate, $8 members. Series rates also available. Offered Mondays through December. Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., 720-865-3580,
Moderation Nation
The American Dietetic Association and Hershey Center for Health and Nutrition presents this new program that covers the cost of a first visit to a registered dietitian. Go to the website and download a certificate to arrange a consultation. Consumers will be reimbursed through a mail-in rebate.
North Face’s 2010 Never Stop Exploring Speaker Series
Tuesday: Kit DesLauriers presents “Journey Through the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge” at 7 p.m. DesLauriers is the first person to climb and ski off the highest peak on all seven continents. She has won extreme skiing events and is a two-time World Freeskiing Champion. Tickets are free on a first come, first served basis. Guaranteed seats are $8. A VIP reception begins at 6 p.m., tickets are $20 and include preferred seating, a meet and greet with DesLauriers, beer, wine and light food. Proceeds benefit the Alaska Wilderness League. A question-and-answer session and a book/poster signing follow the program. The Bug Theater, 3654 Navajo St.,
“Get Fit at the Garden — A Walk for Wellness”
Wednesday: Garden of the Gods offers a weekly fitness walk Wednesday mornings. Participants can choose a 1-, 2- or 3-mile walk. Meet at 9 a.m. in the Red Rocks Room. Wear appropriate shoes and bring a hat, water and sunscreen. A reception with a free snack will be held in the Visitor Center Cafe. Walks continue through October. Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs, 719-219-0108,
The Power Method open house
Wednesday: The training center and fitness studio featuring TRX suspension training is celebrating a new facility in the University Hills Plaza, 5-8 p.m. A Fitness Expo, fashion show, silent auction, food and beverage vendors are included. There’s also special membership pricing and free fitness classes. RSVP by Tuesday by phone or e-mail at RSVP@thepowermethod.com. A portion of the proceeds benefit The Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute, a nonprofit organization that supports local entrepreneurs, . 2570 S. Colorado Blvd., 303-803-2438
Slalom Gates Ski Club
Wednesday: Presents its annual “Ski Kick-off Expo” with information and exhibits from Colorado ski resorts including discount cards and season passes, prize drawings and refreshments, 6-9 p.m. Admission is free for members, $5 for others (credited to your membership dues if you join). Club members can sign up for downhill, cross country and snowshoe trips. Downtown Aquarium, 700 Water St.,
Roadless Ride
Friday: The 10th annual “Spinathon” is a fundraiser for Brent’s Place, a local charity that provides housing for children with cancer and their families while they undergo treatment. 6 a.m.-6 p.m. $35-$105. Register on the website. Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club, 5801 S. Quebec St., Greenwood Village,
First Descents
Friday: The nonprofit organization celebrates its 10-year anniversary with the seventh annual ” ’80s Ski Party,” 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Extreme skier Chris Anthony, “The Bachelorette’s” Ryan Sutter and First Descents founder Brad Ludden will emcee the festivities that include live music by The Champions. Eighties ski attire is required for all guests. Tickets are $50, $40 in advance, $100 VIP. Proceeds benefit the EPIC Foundation, which donates funds to charitable organizations, and First Descents, which provides free outdoor therapy camps for young adults with cancer. Mile Hi Station, 2027 W. Colfax Ave.,
Theatre-Hikes Colorado
Saturday, Oct. 23 and 30: Continues its second season with Bram Stoker’s “Dracula: The Death of Nosferatu.” Audience and actors hike along trails as a full production is performed along the way. Shows begin at 3 p.m. Saturday and Oct. 30 at Chautauqua Park in Boulder. An additional performance is 3 p.m. Oct. 23 at Cherokee Ranch and Castle in Sedalia. Tickets are $11-$55, discounts for children and hiking club/Chautauqua members. Tickets for the Sedalia show include a tour of the castle, dinner and cash bar. Chautauqua: 303-440-7666 or ; Cherokee Ranch: 303-688-5555 or ;
Fitness for Living open house
Oct. 21: Fitness for Living is teaming up with the Boulder Mapleton Y to showcase their upcoming winter boot camps in an open house, 6-10 a.m. The free demonstration classes allow participants to get a taste of the boot camp experience. Each class is led by a personal trainer. Registration required. Mapleton Y, 2850 Mapleton Ave., Boulder, call 303-550-3491 or visit .
Devil’s Thumb Ranch Retreat
Oct. 22-24: Hosting an “Autumn Yoga, Spa & Cooking Class Retreat.” Prices start at $495. Reservations required. 3530 County Road 83, Tabernash, 800-933-4339,
St. Anthony North Health Foundation
Oct. 23: Hosting the second annual “Shake Rattle and Run 5K Fun Run/Walk” at 8 a.m. to benefit the Hospital Program Support Fund. The registration fee is $25, $15 for children. Awards for fastest man and fastest woman, best costume (adults), best costume (kids) and best family costume will be presented. The Orchard Town Center, 14697 Delaware St., Westminster,
The Littleton Public Schools Foundation
Oct. 24: “The Stride — Keeping Littleton Public Schools Moving Forward” includes a 10K, 5K and Family Fun Run. The goal is to bring the community together to focus on health and wellness and raise funds for districtwide programs and classroom grants. Registration is 7 to 9 a.m., there’s a Race Expo from 7 to 11 a.m., the 10K begins at 8 a.m., 5K at 8:30 a.m., 1K at 9:30 a.m. Awards ceremony is at 10 a.m. Register on the website. Littleton Museum/Ketring Park, 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton,
Compiled by Vickie Heath, The Denver Post
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