Adult Enrichment
Whether you’re looking to explore a new hobby, enhance your skills, or simply indulge in activities that bring joy and fulfillment to your life, you’ve come to the right place!
Mountain Recreation offers a fun, exciting environment to our community; one that fosters skill building, movement, life skills, and fun! See below for a list of upcoming offerings that include a variety of enrichment opportunities for adults.
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2026 Activities
- Literature and LattesSecond Tuesday of Every Month (Noon-1p.m.) | Gypsum
Join us every second Tuesday of the month! This month we will meet on Tuesday, February 10 at 12pm at the Gypsum Recreaiton Center. We will be reading Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer.
You don’t need to have finished the book to join — come as you are, even if you’re just curious!
Snacks / coffee / good vibes provided
We can’t wait to meet you and start this new reading journey together!Dates: Every second Tuesday of the month
Time: Noon to 1 p.m.
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Ages: 15+
Price: Free - Movement & Mindful Mondays; 5 Week Wellness SeriesMar 2-30 (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) | Gypsum
Ease into the week with wellness, movement, and mindfulness every Monday in March. These sessions are designed to create space for balance, presence, and intentional self-care.
Each week centers on a new practice to support balance and well-being. Sessions may include breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, and gentle movement, offering practical ways to feel more grounded throughout your day
Dates: Mondays, March 2-30
Time: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Ages: 18+
Price: $75 - Indoor Triathlon Training ClubMar 4-25 | Gypsum
Get ready for race day with our Indoor Triathlon Race Support Training Club, designed to help athletes feel confident, prepared, and supported going into the Indoor Triathlon. This four-week conditioning program focuses on form, pacing, and smooth transitions, while helping you fit training into real life.
Sessions are led by Abbey, a local cross-country coach, and Louis, our Aquatics Supervisor, combining run, bike, and swim expertise in a supportive group setting.
Details:
- When: Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18, and 25
- Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
- Who: Open to all levels; ideal for Indoor Triathlon participants
- Focus: Technique, pacing, transitions, and race-day confidence
Weekly Breakdown:
- Session 1: Event overview, training plans, balancing training with life, plus swimming (last 15 minutes)
- Session 2: Swim & bike focus
- Session 3: Bike & run focus
- Session 4: Practice triathlon with emphasis on transitions
What to Bring (every session):
Running shoes, goggles, swimsuit, and swim cap.Bonus: Participants who register for the Race Support Training Club receive $25 off their Indoor Triathlon registration.
- Indoor TriathlonMarch 28 | Gypsum
Test your endurance in our Indoor Triathlon on March 28! Participants will complete 15 minutes each of swimming, biking, and running, earning points based on total distance using a standardized scoring formula. Scores from all three events are combined, with awards for the top cumulative score in each age group.
All athletes receive a swag bag at check-in, and awards, including Mountain Rec gift certificates, will be presented at 1:00 PM.
Details:
- Date: March 28
- Time: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
- Warm-Up: 7:00–8:00 AM (warm up anywhere; register for an earlier slot if you want to warm up right before competing)
- Ages: 10+
- Cost: $75 per person
Training Option:
A separate conditioning class is offered on the four Wednesdays in March. Sign up for the class and receive $25 off your triathlon registration. - Exploring Water Color; 3-part Painting SeriesApr 2-16 (10 a.m. to noon) | Gypsum
This three-part watercolor series meets on Thursdays in April for 2-hour sessions designed to build skills, and creative flow.
Each class stands on its own while also layering techniques from week to week, making it welcoming for beginners and enriching for returning painters.
Participants will explore foundational watercolor techniques such as color mixing, brush control, layering, and expressive mark-making, with guided demonstrations followed by relaxed, hands-on painting time. Emphasis is placed on experimentation, observation, and developing a personal style rather than perfection.
By the end of the series, students will have completed multiple finished pieces and gained a stronger understanding of watercolor materials and processes,all in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
Cost: $100 includes instruction and all supplies, so participants can simply show up and paint.
Dates: Thursdays, April 2-16
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Ages: 18+
Price: $100