RACE ROSTER
AXS Adventure Race & Duathlon
July 25: Mountain biking, a trail run, kayaking, orienteering and more on a 25- or 50-mile course in Frisco. axsracing.com
Evergreen Trail Racing Series
Aug. 1, Aug. 29 and Oct. 3: The Evergreen Trail Racing Series continues with the Mount Falcon 15K Aug. 1, Bergen Peak Half-Marathon Aug. 29 and Fall EverGold 10-Miler Oct. 3. Races are $35 in advance, $40 on race day or $140 for the entire series. Register on the website.
Pinnacle Mountain Bike Race Series
Through July 29: The 18th year of downhill and cross country events for dirt racing fans is offered every Wednesday in July. Each race is free for riders in a continuing effort to “grow mountain bike racing in the Gunnison Valley.” Refreshments and raffle prizes included. Riders may participate in the cross country or downhill races, each grouped by age and ability categories. Registration is 4:30-5:15 p.m. followed by races for kids at 5:15 p.m. and cross country and downhill races at 5:45 p.m. Visit the website for more details.
BENEFITS
Ali Meyer Foundation Golf Tournament
July 27: The 11th annual benefit for the Ali Meyer Foundation to honor the young girl who died after being struck by a drunk driver on Feb. 10, 2001. A four-player scramble starts at 7:30 a.m. A silent auction, lunch and awards are included. $175 per player. The deadline to register is July 22. Fossil Trace Golf Club, 3050 Illinois St., Golden,
All-Out Dog Days 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
July 25: Presented in support of Colorado Canine Rescue, All-Out Multicourse Productions presents the third annual race/run/walk. Awards, food and more is included. $35-$70. Online registration ends at midnight July 22. City Park, 10455 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster, e-mail events@alloutmultipro.com,
Denver CF Climb 2015
July 18: The benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is held at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. 7 a.m. check-in, 8 a.m. stair climb begins. Individuals and teams welcome. A registration fee and minimum pledge amount is required. Details on the website. Food and entertainment follow at a “Survivor Party.” 1701 Bryant St.,
Donor Dash: A Run for Life
July 19: Organ and tissue donors, recipients and those who are waiting for a transplant are honored at the 16th annual 5K run/walk. 7 a.m. registration, start time is 8 a.m. Fees are $35, $15 seniors (60+) and youth (17 and under); additional $5 on race day. A Diaper Dash and Expo Area for age 3 and under opens at 9:15 a.m. Washington Park, 303-329-4747, e-mail DonorDash@donoralliance.org,
Yoga in the Gardens
Aug. 8 and Sept. 5: Offered in partnership with Miramont Lifestyle Fitness at The Gardens on Spring Creek. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. with the yoga class 8:30-9:30 a.m. $10. Bring a yoga mat and water. Proceeds from the August class benefits programs at The Gardens, proceeds from the September class benefit Colorado Moves to End Cancer. 2145 Centre Ave., Fort Collins, 970-416-2486, fcgov.com/gardens
Tom Arganese, M.D. Memorial Golf Tournament
July 17: The 16th annual tournament is a benefit for the Limb Preservation Foundation. Activities include 11:30 a.m. lunch, 1:30 p.m. tee-off, 6:30 p.m. dinner with a silent auction. $400 individual player, sponsorships available. Proceeds benefit those facing limb-threatening conditions due to cancer, trauma and infection. Arrowhead Golf Club, 10850 Sundown Trail, Littleton, 303-429-0688, e-mail emily@limbpreservation.org,
Yoga on the Rocks
July 25, Aug. 1, Aug. 8 and Aug. 15: CorePower Yoga and Denver Arts & Venues present the third annual session of Saturday morning yoga classes in Red Rocks. Doors open at 6 a.m. and classes begin at 7 a.m. The cost is $12 per session or $38 for all four sessions. Tickets are available online only. A donation of $1 per admission will go toward the Whole Planet Foundation that works to alleviate poverty in more than 59 countries. A marketplace on the Upper Plaza follows with free refreshments and food samples. redrocksyoga.com
SPECIAL EVENTS
Bike Granby Ranch: Mountain Bike Program for Veterans
Through Sept. 17: Offering a new biking program for veterans with two-day outings for 2-6 veterans (based on skill level) for free. Dates include July 22-23, Aug. 5-6, Aug. 19-20 and Sept. 16-17. Bike tickets, rentals, kits and camping accommodations are included. All physically able veterans, regardless of their disability, are encouraged to participate. Call or visit the website for more information.
Walk2Connect
Continues “The Value of Walking Together” campaign with various walking events, themed tours, hikes and more. Details on the website. Dates and locations vary. walk2connect.com/events
Yoga on the Plaza at Denver Union Station
July 19 and 26: The Oxford Club presents Vinyasa classes on Denver Union Station’s Terminal Bar Patio, 8-9 a.m. Free, reservations not required. 1701 Wynkoop St., 303-628-5435, theoxfordhotel.com/spa/
Yoga Rocks the Park
July 26, Aug. 23 and Sept. 6: The seventh season continues and this year with free admission. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. and an all-level yoga class with live music and vendors follows 9-11:30 a.m. Donations are accepted for the Food Bank of the Rockies. The series features a different DJ or live music every session. Radiant Beginnings Yoga offers Camp YRP for ages 3-9 and MFG Yoga for ages 11-17, the cost is $10 in advance. Details on the website. Sunken Gardens Park, West 11th Avenue and Speer Boulevard, yogarocksthepark.com
ONGOING
Feisty Fit Females
A free exercise group for female cancer survivors meets the final Thursday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 303-798-7614,
Fitness for Living’s Outdoor Boot Camps
Through November: Camps are five-week, 16-class sessions held in Boulder, Lafayette and Longmont. $89-$179, includes nutrition guidance, before and after fitness assessments and a body composition test. Call or visit the website for details and to register. 303-550-3491, fitliv.com
Hatha Yoga with Jan
Through July 31: Classes 5:45-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30-9:45 a.m. Saturdays. $5 minimum donation for charity. St. John’s Cathedral, 1350 Washington St., 303-894-0648,
Yoga with Pyramid Fusion
Through Aug. 10: Offering free yoga classes for all ages and experience levels, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Mondays on the lawn behind Columbine Library. 7706 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton, 303-994-4945
Root & Restore Yoga
Wednesdays: All levels are welcome for the weekly “restorative and alignment-based class,” 7 p.m. $15. Bring a mat. Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial, 720-295-2127, soulblissyoga.com/classes
Yoga on the Green at ViewHouse
Through Sept. 13: Both ViewHouse locations are hosting free yoga classes for all levels on select Sundays. Participants are welcome to stay after each class for a complimentary mimosa or cold-pressed juice with the purchase of brunch. Ballpark (2015 Market St.) dates are July 19, Aug. 2 (wear neon), 16 and 30, Sept. 13 (wear Broncos gear) and 27. Dates at ViewHouse Centennial DTC (7101 S. Clinton St., Centennial) are July 26, Aug. 9 and 23, Sept. 6 (wear red, white and blue) and 20. viewhouse.com
Compiled by Vickie Heath, The Denver Post
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