Arts & Enrichment

Martial Arts – Jiu Jitzu                                  

The Fraser Rec Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program is a 16-week program of Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals, a great place to learn the basics. Our professors are Brazilian Black Belts and have extensive coaching experience, are certified and have won numerous tournaments at all levels of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Jiu-jitsu is one of two martial arts that are defensive (the other being Aikido). There is no striking and the main goal in jiu-jitsu is to level the field by taking the opponent to the ground to get a submission. Brazilian jiu-jitsu is one of the most effective self-defense martial arts, where real life self-defense situations are explored at the beginning of every class. As a sport, jiu-jitsu has a point system for certain moves and advancements as you progress towards a submission. Jiu-Jitsu is one of the fastest growing martial arts in the world. The fee includes your Gi. If you are attending one of the 8-week session you will need to pay an additional $110 for your Gi.

Location:   Gymnasium at Rec Center
Instructor: Robert Goodloe                     MIN/MAX: 10/25

Activity #      Age                Day                Date                   Time               Fee (M/NM)

123354-05     6-13               W,F              02/01-05/26*   5:30P-6:30P   $745/$750
123354-05A   6-13              W,F              02/01-03/24     5:30P-6:30P   $415/$410**
123354-05B   6-13              W,F              04/05-05/26     5:30P-6:30P   $415/$410**
123354-06     14-99            W,F              02/01-05/26*   6:30P-7:30P   $745/$750
123354-06A   14-99            W,F             02/01-03/24     6:30P-7:30P   $415/$410**
123354-06B   14-99            W,F             04/05-05/26     6:30P-7:30P   $415/$410**

Pottery – Adult 2023                            

Come unwind and have a therapeutic evening of art. If you are new to the wheel you will learn the basics of wedging, centering, and throwing a piece on the wheel. If you already have experience, you can refresh your memory and get back into the swing of it. You’ll also have the opportunity for hand building, using the slab roller and the extruder to create beautiful pieces of art, anything from bowls and cups to jewelry and much more! You can receive a $5 on-line discount.

Location:   Program Building – Pottery Room
Instructor: Callie McDermott                      MIN/MAX: 4/9

 Activity #      Age                Day                Date                   Time               Fee(ID/OD)
443440-4A     21-99             W                   04/29-05/27    5:30P-7:30P   $95/$100
443440-4A     18-99             W                  04/19-05/24     5:30P-7:30P   $130/$130
443440-4C     18-99             W                  05/31-06/28     6:00P-8:00P  $120/$120

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New for 2022 is Open Studio time for students age 18 years and older.  You must have attended a minimum of two instructed classes prior to being able to sign up for Open Studio.  The hours of Open Studio are between 9:00am and 9:00pm.  Special requests may be made by e-mailing an administrator of the Studio.  The studio fee includes approximately 10 hours of studio time, one bag of clay, one bisque, one glazing and firing.  Additional clay is available for purchase at $25/bag. Open Studio time with be offered by the month.  Please read the Pottery Studio rules and etiquette prior to using the Studio.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Callie Rae (callierae43@gmail.com).

Location: Program Building – Pottery Studio  
Instructor: Callie Rae McDermott                    MIN/MAX: 4/10

Enjoy the satisfaction of working with clay, whether you’re a beginner, experienced or need a refresher from years ago. In this class you can hand-build using the extruder, slab roller and make pinch pots. You can also learn to use the wheel. It’s an open-ended class where you can make whatever you like sculpture, functional pottery, jewelry, wall pieces and wherever else your imagination takes you. Clay and tools provided. (Located at 315 Pitkin Ave in Grand Lake)

Location:  Rocky Mountain Folk School in Grand Lake
Instructor: Patty Alander                           MIN/MAX: 4/8          No Class 11/23 & 11/24

Activity #         Age                     Day                     Date                         Time                   Fee(ID/OD)
523408-05          18+                  W                  05/24-06/21          6:00P-8:00P      $175/$175
523408-05A       18+                   Th                05/25-06/22          2:00P-4:00P      $175/$175

Drum Life 1 – Rocky Mountain Folk School
Drum Life I: Learn about music and drumming from around the world; all while drumming your heart out on a no-impact yoga ball. This class is for all ages, skill sets and backgrounds. No previous experience necessary! Join us on the adventure for a fun, one of a kind active drumming class.

Location:   Grand Lake Community House
Instructor: Scott Merchant                       MIN/MAX: 4/12

Activity #         Age                     Day                     Date                         Time                   Fee(ID/OD)
433246-09                                    Su                    09/18-10/16            3:00P-4:00P        $200/$200

The art of wire wrapping has been a part of human history since 3100 B.C in Ancient Egypt.  Join Rocky Mountain Folks School for one of a kind learning experience, and jewelry creation taught by Colorado Native Artisan, Alex Merchant. This form of jewelry is great for all skills and backgrounds. No previous experience necessary!  All materials included.
Location: The Rocky Mountain Folk School (315 Pitkin Ave.)
Instructor: Alex Gunkel                             MIN/MAX: 4/8

Activity #         Age                     Day                     Date                         Time                   Fee(ID/OD)
423131-10        Adults Only          F                     11/04-11/18            6:00P-8:00P        $175/$175