Granby Recreation Department to host dodgeball snowshoeing, dance and more
The Granby Recreation Department is set to host a series of classes covering everything from Nordic skiing to ballet dancing. Information on how to sign up is below.
Dodgeball
A black-light family dodgeball night is from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, at Granby Elementary School.
No registration is required for the event. Instead, the recreation department encourages individuals to “just show up with your sneakers.” The event is suited for children ages 5 and older, and parents are asked to attend with their children.
Snowshoeing
An introduction to wilderness snowshoeing class is from noon-2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26, in Granby.
The class, which is led by Colorado Mountain Expeditions, includes instruction on snowshoe selection, proper dress, staying warm, trip preparation, trail techniques, breaking trail and fall recovery. Participants should come dressed for an outdoor wintertime activity.
Snowshoes are available to borrow, and the cost is $20 per person. Registration is required by Friday, Jan. 17.
Dance classes
A six-week series of dance classes, including ballet and jazz, are set to kick off this month at the Granby Community Building. Students in fourth through 12th grades are scheduled for Mondays starting Jan. 27, and children ages 3 through third grade are scheduled for Tuesdays starting Jan. 28.
The cost is $85 for the Tuesday sessions and $125 for the Monday sessions led by instructor Zhanet Bochukova.
Nordic club
A Nordic ski club will introduce students in second to fifth grades to the fundamentals of cross-country skiing while increasing endurance, teaching responsible equipment care and encouraging fun.
The club meets from 4:15-6 p.m. Wednesdays in February at Granby Elementary School. The cost is $45 per person and includes equipment.
For more information or to register for any of these activities, call the Granby Recreation Department at 970-887-3961 or go to GranbyRec.activityreg.com.

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