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Location: Aurora YMCA at Wheatlands

Community Event Calendar

Events in January 2026

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Featured Sports and Programs at Aurora YMCA

Two kids in chef hats stiring a bowl with the words 'Eat. Play. Learn.'

Calling all young chefs!

Cooking for Kids

Calling all kids for some fun in the kitchen! Over 8 weeks, build confidence, practice safe kitchen skills, and eat yummy food as we cook our way through different recipes, learning basic cooking skills along the way. Kids leave this series feeling inspired to try new foods! Classes are led by an experienced cooking instructor in our YMCA kitchen spaces.

University Hills – Schlessman
Arvada – Duncan
Aurora

MORE DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://denverymca.org/nutrition-programs
Questions? Email kblanco@denverymca.org

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Weekly Drop In Adult Soccer

Join us for a fun and friendly drop- in soccer game every Sunday at the Aurora YMCA. No commitment, just show up and play! We focus on having a good time and enjoying the beautiful game. (waiver must be filled out to play)

Day/Time: Sundays, 10 AM – 12 PM

Age: 18 +

Cost: FREE for Members

Register: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F044AA5AA2DA13-57943512-social#/

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Coming soon! PICKLE BALL LEAGUE

5 weeks of league play, 6th week will be double elimination tournament

Tuesdays – Men’s Doubles League
Wednesday’s – Women’s Doubles League
Thursdays – Mixed Doubles League

Limited to 12 teams
Games will start at 6pm, 7pm & 8pm

REGISTRATION INFORMATION COMING SOON

Outdoor Pickleball at the Aurora YMCA

Grab your paddle, wiffle balls and friends for some friendly pickleball at the Aurora YMCA at Wheatlands.

Reserve your spot today! At least one member of the group playing, must be 18 years of age or older.

ONLY ONE 1.5-HOURS AN A HALF SLOT PER GROUP PER DAY!

Day/Time: Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM
Saturday – Sunday 8 AM – 3 PM

Cost: FREE For Members ($10 Non-Members)

Outdoor Soccer at the Aurora YMCA

Grab your cleats, soccer balls and friends for play on the Urban Soccer fields!

Reserve your spot today! At least one member of the group playing and/or supervising, must be 18 years of age or older. Up to 10 people allowed on the field per time slot.

ONLY ONE 1.5-HOURS TIME SLOT PER GROUP PER DAY!

Day/Time: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8 AM – 5 PM (unless offering a class or clinic)
SATURDAY – SUNDAY 8 AM – 3 PM

Cost: FREE For Members ($10 Non-Members)

Tae Kwon Do – all ages welcome!

Tae Kwon Do teaches more than physical fighting skills. It is a discipline that shows ways of enhancing our spirit, mind and body. Today, it has become a global sport that has gained an international reputation.

October 7 – December 1
Tuesdays: 7:30 pm-8:30 pm (All Students)
Fridays: 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm (beginners, new students and white belts)
and 6:30 – 7:30 pm (all students)

January 13 – March 6
Tuesdays: 7:30 pm-8:30 pm (All Students)
Fridays: 6 – 7 PM (beginners, white, yellow belts)
and 7 PM – 8 PM (green,blue and red belts)

Cost: $110 Members ($160 Non-Members)

Woman performing a barbell front squat in a gym with overlayed words BUILDING STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE.

Women on Weights

Wednesdays at 9:30 AM

This series will focus on strength training for beginner, intermediate and advanced persons identifying as a female. This progressive series will focus on safely performing classic lifts, such as squats, deadlifts and bench press. You will implement a variety of weight lifting techniques using dumbbells, TRX, thera-bands and barbells.

COST: $80 members / $130 non-members

Balance and Falls Prevention

November, and December series (monthly)
Wednesdays at 1:15 – 2:15 PM

In this series, we’ll discuss safety tips and learn some balance and core exercises that will build confidence with our activities of daily living. Join us as we work to strengthen and mobilize all the muscles involved in improving our balance.

Cost Per Month: $80 members/ $130 non-members

Two people holding kettlebells out in front of their bodies.

Ready to up your game?

Foundations in Youth Strength

Tuesday and Thursdays, January 6- 29
4:30 – 5:30 PM

This series is designed specifically for teens ages 12-17 who are interested in learning proper strength training techniques. Participants meet weekly and work on classic lifts including squats, dead lifts and bench press.

Cost : $120 members/$170 non-members

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Youth Dance Classes – 2026 Winter Session

Make friends, learn and grow! Check out the many youth dance options offered this winter at the Aurora YMCA.

Jazz/Lyrical
(a fusion of jazz and ballet technique)
Fridays, January 9 – February 27
4:15 – 5 PM
Ages 6-9
Cost: $80 members, $130 non-members

Hip Hop
Fridays, January 9 – February 27
5 – 5:45 PM
Ages 8-10
Cost: $80 members, $130 non-members

Creative Movement and Ballet
Fridays, January 9 – February 27
3:30 – 4: 15 PM
Ages 3-5
Cost: $75 members, $125 non-members

Functional Strength

Fridays, January 9 – February 27 at 6:45-7:45 AM

A four-week series designed to bridge the gap between traditional strength training and functional athletic movement. This program combines heavy compound lifts with explosive, lighter-weight movements in unique designed supersets. By blending sports performance with everyday strength, participants will build resilience, agility, and power that carries beyond the gyminto their daily lives.

Cost: $120 Member / $170 Non-member

Register: www.DenverYMCA.org/Aurora

Intro to Weightlifting

Tuesday, January 27 at 6:15 – 7:15 PM

Weightlifting for beginners is designed for complete beginners or those looking to refine their technique; this course offers an inclusive and supportive atmosphere to establish a solid foundation in the art and science of resistance training. During the class you will be guided through the essentials of weightlifting, with an emphasis on proper form, safety precautions, and injury prevention. You’ll gain hands on experience using various equipment, including free weights and machines, while learning to confidently performkey movements.

Cost: $15 members/$30 non-members

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Family Swim

Saturdays: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Sundays: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM

Winter can be hard to keep the kiddos entertained. That’s why the YMCA has family open swim on the weekends!

Bring the family and enjoy some fun together.

Underwater view of a swimmer doing freestyle in a swimming pool with lane dividers and line markings.

Make a splash!

We’re excited to announce our new swim lesson structure starting in April.

Swim Lessons

Weekday Lessons: Two classes per week! Choose
Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday for $99/month.
Saturday Lessons: Once a week for $55/month.

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