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Adult Classes

Lifelong Learning Begins Here#

Classes are categorized by theme, and full descriptions of each class can be found below. Click on the theme to explore the available options. A calendar view of classes can be found here.

Classes are appropriate for adults 18+. Members receive 10% off registration.

All in-person classes include admission to The Gardens, including the Butterfly House.

Online registration is open until 24 hours before the class. Within 24 hours, please call our Guest Services team to register 970.416.2486.

Gardens Refund Policy

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Holiday Wreath Making

Join in the fun of creating your own natural holiday wreath from scratch on a 14 inch frame.  You will attach evergreens and embellishing with a wide variety of natural materials and a bow if you wish.  All supplies will be furnished, however, you are welcome to bring items to add to your creation.  Examples, instructions, assistance and materials will be provided.

Saturday | December 7 | 9:30-11:30 | $50

Saturday | December 7 | 12:30-2:30 | $50

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Yoga and Tai Chi in The Gardens

Embrace the natural setting of our botanical gardens with weekly tai chi and yoga classes.

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Exploring the Seasons with Yoga & Breathwork: Winter Solstice Workshop
Instructors: Amanda Shannon and Celine Burgett 

Saturday, Dec. 28 | 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | $55 In–person

In this series, we will dive into the highest potential for healing and growth as it pertains to each season. This Yoga and Radical Breathwork workshop is designed with themes around the seasons to enlighten, heal, and connect you to who you truly are.

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Instructor: Nancy Behney, Mindfulness Teacher

Seven Week Series | $300
Sundays, Jan. 19 – Feb. 23 | 1 – 3 p.m. 
Cumulative Mindful Retreat | Sunday, March 2 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Required Informational Orientation
Sunday, Jan. 12 | 1 - 2 p.m. | Free - Register Here

Clinical studies have shown that mindfulness can decrease anxiety, stress, and worry.  This 6-week course, based on the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction curriculum, supports our natural ability to connect with the present moment. Learn how cultivating the practice of mindfulness can lead to a more joyful, meaningful, and beneficial life. Mindfulness can help to clarify your values and purpose and help you live with a greater sense of belonging and connection. Join the journey to resilience and strengthen your ability to cope with short- and long-term stress.

The course includes instruction on mindfulness practices, including body scan, sitting meditation, walking meditation, and mindful movement – including yoga and QiGong, as well as guided meditation recordings to support home practice.

Over the course of 6 weeks the following topics will be covered:

  • Awareness of our mental habits that can cause emotional reactivity and anxiety
  • Mindful eating and our relationship with food
  • The role of perception and how we view pleasant and unpleasant events
  • Physiology of stress
  • Reactivity vs. responding with mindfulness
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Obstacles to feeling more joy in our lives
  • How we meet conflict
  • Developing warmth and compassion towards ourselves and others
  • The importance of self-care

All interested program participants must attend the free orientation session on Jan. 12 from 1 – 2 p.m., or if unable to attend, please alert The Gardens staff, and the teacher will contact you directly. Since this is a bigger time and financial commitment, it’s important for everyone to know what is involved and what is expected of participation.

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Cancellation Policy#

The Gardens on Spring Creek requires 72 hours for a full refund of class fees. If you are unable to attend, please consider your class payment as a tax-deductible donation. If class is cancelled by The Gardens on Spring Creek for any reason, a full refund will be issued. If you do need to cancel your registration, please contact the Education Team at gardenseducation@fcgov.com.