Broomball Challenge
Jan. 10-Feb. 9: Broomball, a sport similar to ice hockey but played in sneakers, invites groups of friends, businesses, alumni associations and others to form a team. This is not a tournament or league, it’s a one-time game. A team requires 6 to 12 adults age 18 and older. Six players are on the ice at all times and there must be at least two women on each team. Each game consists of two 20-minute halves with a five-minute halftime. Games are at 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays Jan. 10-Feb. 9. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the website and download the Broomball Application. Registration proceeds benefit Volunteers of America and the Parade of Lights. Games are at Southwest Rink at Skyline Park, 16th Street Mall and Arapahoe Street,
Team in Training
An organization that promotes fitness by running, walking, cycling and swimming to raise awareness and funds for cancer research and local cancer patients. Professional coaches guide participants to prepare for a half or full marathon, triathlon, century ride or hike. Registration is free today-Jan. 8. Visit the website and enter the code rmnewyear100. 720-440-8620, teamintraining.org/rm
Outdoor Active Camp for Parkinson’s
The Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center hosts a series of camps for people living with Parkinson’s Disease. The five-day, four-night programs include skiing, yoga and various exercises along with theater, dance, singing, art and more. 970-453-6422, 800-383-BOEC (383-2632), boec.org
TriBella Women’s Multisport Team
Accepting applications to join the 2012 team. Sprint to Ironman race plans available along with swim clinics, indoor bike classes and group runs. E-mail Kathy@milehighmulti sport.com or visit Tribellas.com
Farrell’s eXtreme Bodyshaping
Deadline Saturday: FXB’s next 10-Week Fitness Challenge combines strength training, kickboxing and nutrition advice. 1547 S. Colorado Blvd., 303-756-2639, JoinFXB.com
Bear Creek Nature Center
Saturday:“Homestead Ranch Winter Walk About,” 10 a.m.-noon, $4, $3 members. 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, 719-520-6387, elpaso countyparks.com
Devil’s Thumb Ranch
Saturday: Full Moon Ski, Skate & Snowshoe, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $5 trail pass, $5 equipment rental; Saturday & Sunday: Winter Trails Day & Free Kids Day, children 12 and under can improve their cross-country skiing with a lesson, trail pass and rentals, 10:30 a.m.-noon or 1:30-3 p.m.; Sunday: Skijoring Clinic, learn to ski with your dog, 10 a.m.-noon, return students refresher clinic 12:30-1:30 p.m., fees vary; Jan. 21: 25th annual Governor’s Cup, visit active.com. 2430 County Road 83, Tabernash, devilsthumbranch .com
About Time Fitness opens
Saturday: About Time Fitness opened with 6,250 square feet dedicated to group training programs, with a large group fitness area, stage, spacious locker rooms with showers, and a separate space for child-care services. 870 S. Broadway, Englewood,
Epic Ride opens
Saturday: An indoor cycling studio featuring RealRyder bikes and TRX training celebrates its grand opening with free classes 8 a.m.-noon and a celebration with demonstrations, refreshments and a grand prize, 5:30-9 p.m. Sign up for the classes on the website. 2045 Sheridan Blvd., Edgewater, epicryde.com
Santosha Yoga
Saturday: “Iyengar Yoga Workshop for Shoulder and Neck Issues,” 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome. $30. Reservations required. 5810 W. 38th Ave., 720- 989-8606, santoshayogastudio.com
Boomer & Senior Yoga for Health
Sunday: A weekly workshop meets 3-4:15 p.m. every Sunday. Participants learn the health benefits of yoga in age and how to increase flexibility, improve strength and balance, maintain healthy joints, build bone and muscle, prevent osteoporosis and reduce stress. The workshop is taught by a retired physician and certified instructor trained at Duke Integrative Medicine in Therapeutic Yoga for Seniors. $8 per class. Reservations recommended. Samadhi Yoga Studio, 639 E. 19th Ave, 303-680-YOGA (680-9642), samadhiyoga.net
Maitri Yoga opens
Sunday: Grand opening celebration includes free yoga classes, tours, refreshments and discounts. Festivities begin at 8 a.m. with a Bliss Yoga Class. Visit the website for a schedule. 9000 W. 88th Ave., Westminster, 303- 319-9163, YogaMaitriCenter.com
Winter Meltdown Challenge
Registration deadline Jan. 19: The Lafayette Recreation Department is sponsoring an eight-week community challenge to lose weight and form healthy fitness habits. There are two participation levels to choose from including a Nutrition Only Level and a Fitness/Nutrition Level. Fees vary. The female and male who lose the largest percentage of body weight each win an annual pass. Punch cards will be awarded through random drawings during the challenge. Register online or in person at the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center. 111 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette, 303-665-0469, cityof lafayette.com/recreation
Mend 7-13 Program
Jan. 9: Denver YMCA has received a grant from the Colorado Health Foundation for another program geared at promoting healthy eating and living for ages 7-13. MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it) is a free 10-week program. Sessions are held twice a week for two hours. Program locations include Southwest Family YMCA Infinity Park (5181 W. Kenyon Ave.), Glendale Sports Center (4500 E. Kentucky Ave.) and Manual High School (700 E. 28th Ave.) Call Linda James at 720-524-2714 or e-mail ljames@denverymca.org
Orangetheory Fitness opens
Jan. 9: Orangetheory Fitness bases its workouts on burning extra calories up to 36 hours after you exercise. All participants wear heart rate monitors and their data is displayed on mounted TV screens during 60-minute routines broken into intervals of cardiovascular and strength training. 9551 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch, 877-46-8348;
Parkinson Association of the Rockies
Offers various exercise and educational classes and events for those living with Parkinson’s Disease. Visit the website for details. parkinsonrockies.org
Lafayette Quicker Quaker 5K Run/Walk
Jan. 14: All ages and levels are invited to the annual event starting at 9:30 a.m. Discounted registration in advance through Jan. 12 or on race day at the Rocky Mountain Center for Musical Arts, 200 E. Baseline Road, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Electronic chip timing will be used for all runners. Entry fees vary and include an oatmeal breakfast ticket. Participants are invited to the Oatmeal Health Fair 8 a.m.-1 p.m. the same day at the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center. Activities include health screenings, information booths, children’s activities and more. Bob L. Burger Recreation Center, 111 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette, active.com
Yoga Tree Colorado
Jan. 15 & Jan. 22: “Beginning Meditation” workshops, 1-5 p.m. $30. All levels welcome. Learn the effects, actions and benefits of meditation. 3333 S. Bannock St., No. 125, Englewood, 303-578-8733, YogaTreeColorado.com
Crested Butte Ski Mountaineering Race
Jan. 28-29: The International Ski Mountaineering Federation’s North American Championships, part of the COSMIC series. Competitors will face more than 5,000 feet of vertical elevation gain and loss, focused on CBMR’s most technical terrain. The race is only open to individual competitors. Crested Butte Mountain Resort, 800-600-2803, skicb.com
Colorado State Parks photo contest
Deadline Jan. 31: Photographers 18 and older are invited to submit photos of people enjoying the state parks. Categories include: Best of Winter, Best of Spring/Summer and Best of Fall. Winners in each category receive a 2012 Colorado State Parks annual pass and a $50 Cabela’s Gift Card, courtesy of The Foundation for Colorado State Parks. Complete contest rules at parks.state.co.us/PhotoContest
Snow Salutes: A Yoga Retreat for Snowboarders & Skiers
Jan. 29-30: Copper Mountain and The Yoga Mat present this workshop/retreat teaching participants key yoga poses to warm up in the morning and stretch out at night. Also to avoid injury on the slopes. $175 includes meals and classes. Reservations required. Discounted lodging and lift tickets available. Copper Mountain Resort, ontheyogamat.com/copper/
Friday Night Yoga Club
Fridays through March 16: The annual winter series continues in a different Denver studio each week, 5:30-9 p.m. Live music, food and beverages, massage and acupuncture treatments included. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Chanda Plan Foundation that helps people with disabilities. Visit the website for more informtion. fridaynightyogaclub.com
Team CWW
Accepting memberships for the 2012 season that includes training in biking, swimming and running. Participants get a progression of training to meet fitness goals. E-mail info@team cww.org. Also hosting Fiesty Fit Females, a free exercise group for cancer survivors, 6:30-8:30 p.m. the last Thursday of each month. fiestyfitfemales.org
Compiled by Vickie Heath, The Denver Post
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