Classes

Mondays | 6:15 | 12 Sessions: Jan 20 - Apr 7 Are you looking for a martial art that emphasizes harmony, balance, and self-improvement? Aikido offers more than just physical training—it cultivates mindfulness, confidence, and a sense of community.   What is Aikido? Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art that focuses on blending with your opponent's movements to resolve conflict or attacks without injecting additional violence. It teaches you to redirect energy rather than confront force with force, making it suitable for all ages and fitness levels.   In this introductory Aikido course, participants (ages 18+) will come away with the intrinsic skills at the heart of Aikido, Japan's youngest martial art. Registration for the full series covers all 24 classes, private lessons, and a rockin' Aikido shirt. Upon completion, participants will be knocking on the doors of their first belt rank (kyu) in a martial art!   Students embarking on this extended journey will attend a dedicated beginner's class on Mondays, 6:15-8:15pm. They will also choose a second regularly scheduled weekly class to supplement their training (cost included in course registration). We understand life, travel, and illness can disrupt one's commitment to an extended learning series, which is why private intensives with our masterful Senseis are also available and included with your registration.   Beginner classes can be booked individually as "drop-ins," but we do recommend booking the series to save over 50% on all 24 classes. For those wishing to join the starter session at any point after the January 20th kickoff class, please email info@durangoaikido.com to arrange your start date and any make-up sessions.   A training gi is not required, but recommended. Participants may also wear comfortable, loose-fitting workout clothes. (Long or three-quarter sleeves are advised over tank tops and sweat pants are recommended over shorts.) Please do not wear jewelry to class; it can cause injury to yourself or others. Bring a water bottle.

Mondays | 5:30 - 6:30PM | A fun 45-minute introduction to Aikido and essential weapons. Perfect for first-time participants, this class covers essential elements like redirecting conflict and applying self-defense techniques without causing harm. Experience a unique time-traveling journey as you delve into ancient Samurai weapons training, too.   Boost your confidence and sense of safety. Hone your physical coordination and balance. Get centered and tap into the effortless power rooted in your core.   Cost: $8

Every Wednesday | 8:30 - 10:00 Join us at the weekly TOPS in-person weight-loss support group meeting! The TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) support group (8:30 weigh in, 9-10am meeting)    Virtually everyone is welcome. TOPS is available to men, women and children from age 7 to 100+. No cookie-cutter diets. No gimmicks. No trendy shortcuts. It's the old-fashioned approach to health and wellness: A lifestyle, for a lifetime. At TOPS, you're throwing yourself a lifeline. Founded in 1948, TOPS is the first of its kind noncommercial weight-loss support group, with ties to the medical community and thousands of chapters in the U.S. and Canada.    Your first in-person meeting is free (Membership starts at $49/year). You can listen in and observe at first, or jump right in and start participating. With TOPS, you call the shots.

Preschool children will have an opportunity to explore, create, and discover the world around them through engaging, age-appropriate themes. Children will enjoy a safe, fun, learning environment with arts & crafts, active play, sensory play, and more! We provide the materials, you bring the wonder!    Time is 9:45 - 10:45 am and its $15 per Class.   For dates Wonderful Wednesday are not in session, see the Enrichment Guide here, page 24: https://www.durangoco.gov/773/Activities-Guide

Wednesdays | 9:00 - 10:30AM Women in mid-life and beyond who are active and in reasonably good health. Beginners are welcome. We reach out to our neighborhood population at Elmore's Corner! We are located near the intersection of 160/172 south.   There are flowing sequences to stretch and exercise the whole body. Through our yoga practice we gain strength, balance and flexibility with warm-ups, sun salutations and yoga poses. We also use the chair for support in certain poses and flows. Come Join Us!

Wednesdays | 8-Week | 5:30 - 8:00PM | Ready to live with more attention and intention?    The MLP Mindfulness Foundations Course is an 8-week journey designed to help you cultivate mindfulness in daily life. Through meditation, guided discussions, and practical tools, you'll develop skills to align your actions with your values and experience greater clarity, compassion, and joy.   Dates: Wednesdays, March 5 - April 23  Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM  Cost: $349 (Scholarships available)   Light snacks and drinks provided. Feel free to bring a meal! A kitchen with a microwave and fridge will be available.   Train your attention and emotional intelligence  Align your life with your values  Cultivate compassion and mindful relationships   Register now and start your journey to a more mindful life!

Thursdays | 7:00 - 8:00am Join Instructor Chloe Dee Dudley for a creative, dynamic, athletic and energizing Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class every Thursday at 7am - at Gravity Lab Climbing Gym. With almost 10,000 hours of yoga teaching experience you can expect to be cued on alignment, adjustments, arm balances and inversions. Climb before or after!

Fridays | 9:30-10:15am | Join Durango Personal Trainer Lynn Beck! This fitness dance class with international music is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major FUN at a less intense pace. 1st class is free!