Community Event Calendar
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Additional Calendars
- Visit the YMCA website at https://www.denverymca.org/locations/aurora-ymca to view our recreation center events, programs, and classes.
- Southlands Events Page
Seasonal and Holiday Featured Events
Christmas Wreath Making with Victoria
Join Victoria, owner of May the Wreath Be With You, for a fun, seasonal wreath making craft project. We will be making a Christmas- themed wreath. All supplies will be provided.
WHEN: Friday, October 30 or Sunday, November 1
TIME: 1 – 4 PM
WHERE: Aurora YMCA
6100 S Kewaunee Way, Aurora, CO
COST: $35 member, $45 non-member
REGISTER: Click here to register online for Wreath Making class
Featured Sports and Programs at Aurora YMCA
Cooking for Kids
Let your child discover the joy of cooking while building confidence and healthy habits! In this fun, hands-on program, kids will learn basic kitchen skills, explore nutritious ingredients, and prepare simple, delicious recipes they’ll be excited to recreate at home. Each class encourages creativity, teamwork, and a positive relationship with food – all in a safe and supportive environment. Perfect for young chefs ready to learn, taste, and grow this spring!
MySpark funds are accepted!
Weekly running August – October
- Cooking with Kids: Ages 5-9 at 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
- Cooking with Kids: Ages 10-14 at 6 – 7 PM
Locations:
- Arvada-Duncan YMCA (Thurdays)
- Aurora YMCA (Wednesdays)
- Southwest YMCA (Mondays)
- University Hills-Schlessman YMCA (Tuesdays)
Cost: $175 YMCA Members, $225 Non-Members and Students enrolled in SPARKS may use their program funds toward this class.
MORE DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://denverymca.org/activity-finder
Questions? Email
Free 30-minute Personal Training Sessions
Ready to level up your routine Experience a
FREE 30-minute session with a certified personal trainer who will help you optimize your technique and build a plan that works. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to break through a plateau, this one-on-one session is the perfect way to see what professional coaching can do for you.
Sign up at the front desk or through this link.
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#/
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)
Foundations in Youth Strength
October 5 – October 26
4:30 – 5:30 PM, Tuesdays and Thursdays
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
Register: https://denverymca.org/activity-finder
Youth Dance Classes
Make friends, learn and grow! Check out the many youth dance options offered this winter at the Aurora YMCA.
Creative Movement
Fridays, September 4 – December 11
3:30 – 4:15 PM
Ages 3-5
Youth Dance Fusion (ballet, jazz and lyrical)
Fridays, September 4 – December 11
4:15 – 5 PM
Ages 6 – 9
Youth Hip Hop
Fridays, September 4 – December 11
5 – 5:45 PM
Ages 7 – 10
Cost: $100 members, $150 non-members
Register: https://denverymca.org/activity-finder
Tae Kwon Do
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.
September 14- November 20 (NO CLASS Nov 27)
Tuesdays: 7:30 pm-8:30 pm, All Students
Fridays: 6 – 6:50PM (beginners and white belts)
and 7 PM – 8 PM (yellow and higher belts)
Cost: $110 Members, $160 Non-Members
Register: https://denverymca.org/activity-finder
Developmental Strength
Tuesdays, Sep. 8-Nov. 24 at 9:30-10:30 AM
Strength Development is a 12-week series is a Les Mills programdesigned to help you progress your strength in stages through a total-body workout experience. Each session is structured into three training blocks: starting with slow, controlled movements to build pure strength, progressing into hypertrophy- focused training for muscle growth, and finishing with integrated, athletic movements that develop power and explosiveness. In one workout, you get a complete strength experience – building a strong foundation while improving performance and confidence.
Cost: $170 members/$225 non-members
Register at the Front Desk or online at https://denverymca.org/calendar-aurora-ymca
Introduction to Pilates Reformer
Tuesdays in October at 9:30 AM
Learn the basics of Pilates Reformer including classic Pilates Reformer exercises, mat Pilates, and Tower work. Learn how Pilates can help bring greater awareness to your body movements to build strength, flexibility, balance and control.
Cost : $85 members/$115 non-members
Register at the Front Desk or online at https://denverymca.org/calendar-aurora-ymca
Women on Weights
Wednesdays at 9:30 AM – 10:30 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: $85 members/$130 non-members
Register: AURORA YMCA at www.DenverYMCA.org/Aurora
Pelvic Floor and Core Series
Fridays, October 2- October 23 at 8:30 AM
This 4-week series is designed to strengthen the deep muscles that support the pelvic organs, hips, and spine. You will learn breathing techniques, deep core activation, and postural retraining.
Cost: $85 members/$135 non-members
Register: AURORA YMCA at www.DenverYMCA.org/Aurora
Floating Sound Bath
Sunday, October 25 at 12 PM
One hour of relaxation and meditation to sound bowls, a gong, ocean drum, and wind chimes while floating in the pool. Let it all go and find your inner peace. Pillows, blankets, and comfy clothes are encouraged!
Cost: $30 members/ $50 non-members
Register: AURORA YMCA at www.DenverYMCA.org/Aurora
Total TRX
October 5, 12, 19, 26 at 6:15-7:15 PM
This 4- week series is a full body workout using
TRX. The focus will be building overall strength
and improving mobility and flexibility.
Cost: $85 member/$135 non-member
Register: AURORA YMCA at www.DenverYMCA.org/Aurora
Let’s Dance! Make Friends, Learn and Grow!
Saturday, October 24 at 1-3 PM
This line dancing workshop will teach you beginner up to intermediate dances you can take to the dance floor, party, or wedding! The dances are choreographed to popular songs you may recognize. No prior dance experience is necessary.
Cost: $20 members/$30 non-members
Register at the Front Desk or online at https://denverymca.org/calendar-aurora-ymca
The ‘I Learned to Swim’ Place: Join Our Swim Lessons!
Download the 2026 Swim Lesson brochure (PDF)
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.
More Options
Private, semi-private and group lessons available. Register online or at the front desk. For more information, contact Aquatics Manager Victoria Pajor, .
Register: https://denverymca.org/programs/youth-programs/swim-programs
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.