Lake Dillon Challenge
Sunday: Registration is open for the Frisco Rowing Center’s regatta promoting non-motorized watersports. Race options include a 2.5-mile and 6-mile race on Dillon Reservoir. The regatta is open to all human-powered watercraft including rowing shells, kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards. Registration required.Frisco Bay Marina, 902 E. Main St., Frisco,
Rock Hard Fitness
Offers classes in yoga, Zumba, bootcamp training and more. Visit the website to sign up for a free class. 14700 W. 66th Place, Unit 6, Arvada, 303-420-7625,
Foothills Area National Fallen Firefighters Golf Tournament
Today: One of more than three dozen regional golf tournaments that benefit the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. 7 a.m. check-in, 7:30 a.m. shotgun start. Thorncreek Golf Course, 13555 Washington St., Thornton,
Move N’ Groove
Mondays, through Aug. 8: A drop-in class for ages 4-6 teaches beginning gymnastics and dance, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Included with admission. Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave., Durango,
Yoga in Prairie Sky Park
Wednesday: Free yoga session at Prairie Sky Park, 6:30 p.m. All ages and ability levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat and water. The session will move to the Lone Tree Recreation Center in case of inclement weather. The park is located west of the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle, Lone Tree, 303-483-7016,
Crankworx Colorado
Thursday-Sunday: Mountain Bike Festival features athletes from around the world competing for more than $35,000 in prizes. Winter Park Resort,
Kroenke Sports Charities Youth Sports Day
Friday: Youth ages 8-14 are invited to participate in the second annual Sports Day, 9 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Nuggets basketball, Avalanche street hockey, Mammoth lacrosse and Rapids soccer clinics included. $65, $55 for siblings. Each participant receives a T-shirt, lunch, certificate and choice of two Nuggets or Avalanche preseason tickets or two Mammoth or Rapids regular-season tickets. Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche alumni will be in attendance. Northridge Park, 8800 S. Broadway, Highlands Ranch, youthsportsday/registration.aspx
CF Climb for Life
Saturday: The Colorado Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation hosts this stair climb at Invesco Field. Registration is at 7 a.m., followed by the climb at 8 a.m. $25. Participants can form teams and compete or sign up individually and set your own pace. A Survivors Party follows with food, drink and entertainment. Invesco Field at Mile High, 303-296-6610,
Hike MS Copper Mountain
Saturday: The Colorado-Wyoming Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society presents this hike offering three routes ranging from 2-10 miles, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. A continental breakfast, lunch and a T-shirt are included along with a Freddy Jones Band concert. Copper Mountain Resort,
Youth Tryathlon
Saturday: Youths ages 6-14 of all ability levels are invited. Participants need swimsuit, bike, helmet and running apparel. Details and course map on the website. $20, $15 in advance. Cook Creek Pool, 8711 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree, 303-347-5999,
E-Race Loneliness 5K/10K
Sunday: A benefit for Bessie’s Hope that offers programs for nursing home elders and “at-risk” youth. 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. race. $30, $25 in advance, kids 10 and younger get in free. Those who raise $100 in pledges will be entered into prize drawings. Silent auction, live music and activities included. City Park, 303-830-9037,
Mind-Body Move-a-Thon
Sunday: A fundraiser for inner-city children offers relaxation techniques and yoga with instructors from I Glow, 1-3:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Reservations required, e-mail info@glowmundo.org. Bring a yoga mat if possible. Geotech Building, 2650 E. 40th Ave.,
Thanks Troops Golf Tournament
Aug. 5: Individuals and teams are invited to enter the fourth annual tournament. Flights at 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Thanks Troop Foundation, a nonprofit that assists active-duty military and veterans who have sustained a combat-related injury. Valley Hi Golf Course, 610 S. Chelton Road, Colorado Springs,
Nature by Bike Tour
Aug. 6: An easy 10-mile bike ride on the Spring Creek Trail, 9-11:30 a.m. Bring bicycle, water and snacks. No registration required. Spring Creek, meet in the parking lot on the north side of Drake Road at Dunbar Avenue, Fort Collins, 970-416-2815,
Step Up for Cancer
Aug. 7: The third annual benefit where participants earn pledges for their cancer charity of choice by walking up and down some or all of the 33 rows of stairs at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. 7-11 a.m. There is also a flat course and a timed-heat for competitive racers. Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, 6000 Victory Way, Commerce City,
Dolores Escalante Mountain Bike Race
Aug. 13: The Dolores Rotary Club presents this race offering 13-, 21- and 35-mile courses. Race starts and ends in downtown Dolores and includes trails in the San Juan National Forest. Registration at 8 a.m., race time is 9:50 a.m. Fees vary. Proceeds benefit the Club’s community projects.
Geocaching: High-Tech Treasure Hunting
Aug. 13: Learn the basics in a half-hour introductory class and then head outdoors to search for hidden geocaches. Materials, GPS units and “treasures” provided. $8, $6 members. Reservations required. Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, 719-520-6387,
Mount Sneffels Marathon and Half Marathon
Aug. 13: The 11th annual competition. The marathon starts at 6:30 a.m. at the Ridgway Soccer Fields and the Half Marathon at 7:30 a.m. in Ouray Hot Springs Park. New this year is a Walker category in the Half Marathon starting at 6:30 a.m. The Kids Fun Run is at 11 a.m. Entry fees vary and include snacks, discounted admission to the Ouray Hot Springs Pool and a T-shirt. Proceeds benefit the Mount Sneffels Education Foundation. Ouray, Ridgway,
Race for Research 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run
Aug. 21: Cancer League of Colorado presents the 15th annual run in memory of Michele Plachy-Rubin. 8 a.m. Post- race activities include a free pancake breakfast, live music, a free kids fun run, facepainting, jumping castle and more. Washington Park, 1700 E. Louisiana Ave.,
Women, Wheels & Wine
Aug. 21: Mountain bike enthusiasts of all levels are invited to the third annual event offering instruction, demonstrations, food, yoga and more. 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. $95, reservations required. Discounted lodging rates available. Devil’s Thumb Ranch, 3530 County Road 83, Tabernash, 970-726-8231, Mail items at least 10-14 days in advance to Fitness Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954- 1679, e-mail living@denverpost.com.
Compiled by Vickie Heath, The Denver Post
