Classes

Mondays | 6:30 - 9:00 Come play some chess upstairs in the Durango mall on Main St.   Free!  Drop in! 

Mondays | 5:30 - 6:30 | $10 gets you one hour of yoga + a pint! Yoga taught by the great Brady Wilson, then a pint. Yoga first!

Mondays | 6:15 - 7:15 Foundation Training is a series of poses, designed to relieve pain through proper activation of postural muscles. This method is used by professional athletes and everyday back pain sufferers alike. With regular practice, you can expect to notice improved posture, while strengthening and stabilizing your entire body. This class is taught by Diana Miller, DC, Mountain Sports Chiropractic.

Mondays | 10:30 - 11:30 The goals of this class are to gently stretch, strengthen and improve balance. Most exercises are performed seated. We do stand for balance exercises and stay close to our chairs for support. Participants range in age from about 64 years old to 93 years old currently. All are welcome.    Cost is $6.50 per session, or a punch card can be purchased for reduced rates.   Please arrive by 10:30 am.   Classes are on Mondays, except holidays. Check Senior Center schedule or website for holidays. Classes are 45-60 minutes in length.

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.

Tuesdays | 4:00 - 5:30 | This dynamic art class covers different arrt mediums each week! Join us for one class or the whole series. Collage, Painting, drawing, resin, and more!    Check the website for more details!

Classes held daily between the hours of 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Noon on Sundays. Closed Mondays.    Explore our diverse range of glass art supplies and unleash your creativity! Join us for a fun and unique activity suitable for all ages, where you can craft fused glass art in various forms such as wall decorations, window pieces, bowls, plates, and more. Enjoy complimentary instruction and the first two hours on us! Simply pay for the size of your creation and any additional time. Fused glass entails arranging and layering colored glass pieces into designs, then heating them in a specialized kiln. Under the guidance of our experienced glass artist, discover the fundamental techniques of fused glass and experiment with vibrant colors to bring your vision to life. While you can't take your artwork home the same day, we do offer shipping options.

Every Tuesday | noon - 1:00 The Center for Innovation in Durango is launching entrepreneurs with a free, weekly workshop. Gain the knowledge to kickstart your podcast, from crafting your concept to mastering editing software. This workshop equips you with the skills needed to turn your startup dream into a reality.

Tuesdays & Thursdays (no program Thanksgiving week) | 8 sessions | 1:00 - 3:00 | As we age, balance can become an issue. When that happens the fear of falling can prevent us from going out and engaging in life. "A Matter of Balance" is a FREE evidence based program designed to help seniors address the fear of falling.    During the eight sessions we will have discussions, watch videos, learn and practice exercises to increase strength. We will measure our progress, have break out discussions, and fun!   Program begins this Tuesday, November 5th. This 8 session program is free. Donations to the Senior Center gladly accepted. Program is sponsored by the La Plata County Senior Center. Meetings will be Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00-3:00 PM YOU MUST PREREGISTER EVEN THOUGH THIS IS FREE Contact: Bernice Madril (970) 382-6428 Facilitators are Kim Heikins and Denise Lane

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.

Wednesdays | 9:00 - 10:30 | Gentle & Slow Yoga class for 55+ men and women at the nearby Florida Grange. This is an ongoing class. Everyone is welcome! We focus on stretching, strengthening and balance while utilizing warmups, sun salutations and yoga poses. We will include breathwork, modifications and chair support in our yoga practice. Keep moving and increase your flexibility with us!   Florida Grange at 656 Highway 172 near Elmore's Corner in the Quonset Hut. Bring your mat. Cost is $65.00 for a 10 punch pass or $10.00 drop in.

Classes and Open Studio Wednesdays | 3-5 week sessions | Dancing Spirit Community Arts Center Adult Pottery Classes are back! We have pottery options for all levels including Introduction to Clay and Handbuilding for beginners, Wheel Throwing for beginners and intermediate potters, Open Studio Memberships for current students and experienced potters and individual wheel throwing instruction with one of our experienced pottery instructors.    A class schedule and more information is available on our website at www.dscac.org For more information, contact Shawna at pottery.dancingspiritgallery@gmail.com or by calling 801-381-5760

Wednesdays | 11:30 - 4:00   In this comprehensive 4-hour workshop, you'll dive into the world of stained glass crafting and take home your masterpiece the same day. Get ready to learn essential skills as we provide guidance on workspace setup, safety measures for glass cutting and grinding, and a list of fundamental materials. You'll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of patterns, with room for skill advancement. Throughout the class, you'll master techniques such as pattern transferring, copper foiling, & soldering. All materials are included, so you can focus on unleashing your creativity. By appointment only, secure your spot and embark on a journey of artistic exploration with us!

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday | 6:00 - 8:00 PM   This figure drawing session is a chance to practice and refine your artistic skills with a group of like minded friends.   Bring your preferred artistic medium. A nude model will complete a series of poses of varying lengths using a professional lighting setup. There is a $20 artist's fee ($15 for students). No experience needed!   For questions, contact us! No need to RSVP!

Wednesdays | 9:45 - 10:45 am and its $15 per class | 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! For dates Wonderful Wednesday are not in session, see the Enrichment Guide here, page 24: https://www.durangoco.gov/773/Activities-Guide

The Zumba program is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements, creating a dynamic, exciting, exhilarating, and effective fitness program. All levels are welcome. You can find more details about me and the class at Zumba.com - Local Classes - In Person. A membership or day pass is required to access this class. Contact the location for more info. Remember to bring comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, a towel, and your energy to have fun. YOU GOT THIS!

Thursdays | 9:00 - 10:00am | Tai Chi employs slow, gentle movements for improving strength, balance and flexibility. In each class we do brief mobility exercises for warming our joints. We then do exercises specific for improving balance. Followed by learning the movements in a tai chi form that you can practice daily.    A new beginner class is forming Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 am NO CLASS Labor day week.    Many studies have been done on the effectiveness of tai chi for everything from improving balance to lowering blood pressure. These studies are based on a regular, daily practice.    There is no fee for this class. The La Plata county Senior Center does gratefully accept donations.

Fridays | 8:30am  We have a rotation of local yoga instructors who teach to all skill levels. Bring a mat and a friend! Sign Up on our website.

Fridays | 4:00 - 5:30 | Did you know you can do your own screen printing?! Fabric Fridays we have great opportunities available to create your own screen print and make your own clothes unique AND you can learn how to use a sewing machine! Learn how to make scrunchies, quilts, lanyards, how to follow a pattern, bags and more! Come join us! Ages 5+   Check the website for more details!

Sundays | 12:00 - 4:00    In this comprehensive 4-hour workshop, you'll dive into the world of stained glass crafting and take home your masterpiece the same day. Get ready to learn essential skills as we provide guidance on workspace setup, safety measures for glass cutting and grinding, and a list of fundamental materials. You'll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of patterns, with room for skill advancement. Throughout the class, you'll master techniques such as pattern transferring, copper foiling, & soldering. All materials are included, so you can focus on unleashing your creativity. By appointment only, secure your spot and embark on a journey of artistic exploration with us!

The Zumba program is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements, creating a dynamic, exciting, exhilarating, and effective fitness program. All levels are welcome. You can find more details about me and the class at Zumba.com - Local Classes - In Person. A membership or day pass is required to access this class. Contact the location for more info. Remember to bring comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, a towel, and your energy to have fun. YOU GOT THIS!