KO Studio in Westlake Village and Agoura Hills

With locations in Westlake Village and Agoura Hills, KO Studio is a private fitness and boxing studio that offers private training and customized semi-privates (3-4 clients) that offer all the challenges and innovations of private one on one sessions. Locations at 766 Lakefield Road, Unit F, Westlake Village and 5126 Clareton Drive, Suite 160, Agoura Hills. More information at thekostudios.com or by calling 805.551.9042.

T.O./Westlake Karate Studio

Headed by Dennis Ichikawa (9th dan/grandmaster) and a staff of expert instructors and managers, T.O./WESTLAKE Karate Studio has been offering instruction and training in Tang Soo Do since 1974.

Located at 5740 Corsa Ave. Unit 104, Westlake Village.  The studio offers Tang Soo Do, Grappling, After-School Enrichment Programs, "Mighty Mites" Program for 3 to 5 year olds and Mommy/Daddy and Me classes.  For more information, visit www.towestlakekarate.com or call 818.889.3333.

Academy of Dance - Westlake Village

The Academy of Dance and School of Performing Arts is a full service dance studio that offers a complete program of professional training in classical ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical and musical theater.

Classes and training for both kids and adults available! Ages 3 to adult, beginner to professional.

The Academy is located at 5700 Corsa Avenue, #106, Westlake Village. For more information visit www.academyofdancewestlake.com or call 818.889.1515.

Lacombe Karate - Westlake Village

Lacombe Karate has offered martial arts instruction in the Conejo Valley since 1973. The 3,000 sq ft facility at 31848-50 Village Center Road, Westlake Village. Various forms and styles of martial arts are taught, including Tang Soo Do, Mixed Martial Arts, Self-Defense, Defense Weapons and Pressure Point Techniques. Private and group instruction for adults and children. Kids' birthday parties too!

More information at www.lacombekarate.com or call 818.889.7898.

Conejo Valley Trail Runners

Conejo Valley Trail Runners (CVTR) is a local trail running club that hosts two weekly trail runs in the Conejo Valley and surrounding areas on Wednesday mornings and alternating Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Course terrain and distances will vary, but CVTR will always offer an alternative option depending on our member's ability. CVTR membership will include preferred store/product discounts at Future Track Running Center in Agoura, member only access to certified running coaches, a monthly newsletter, guest speaker hosted runs on related topics, social gatherings and more.

CVTR offers two weekly trail runs originating in the Conejo Valley and surrounding areas. Including, but not limited to Wildwood Park, Sycamore Canyon, La Jolla Valley, Malibu Creek State Park, Lang Ranch, Chesebro, Los Robles and Dos Vientos. Course terrain and distance will vary, but will always include an alternate option depending on member's ability.

Visit www.cvtrailrunners.com or visit the CVTR Facebook Group page to learn more.

YogaWorks Westlake Village

Opened in August 2007, the Westlake Village Yogaworks is a beautiful, eco-friendly yoga center. The center features loft rooms, fully outfitted pilates center, premium yoga and fitness programs as well as KidsWorks^TM, a program dedicated to providing high quality childcare.  Also pilates, kids care, showers, etc.

Yogaworks is located at 2475 Townsgate Road, Westlake Village.  For more information, visit yogaworks.com/en/Locations/California%20-%20South/Los%20Angeles/WestlakeVillage.aspx or call 805.371.3030.

Planned Hikes in the Conejo Open Space

Scheduled Group Outings in the Conejo Open Space

Outings in the Conejo Open Space are offered by various organizations and hike leaders including (but not limited to) the Conejo Recreation and Park District, the Conejo Group Sierra Club, and the Outdoors Club. None of the outings are offered by the Conejo Open Space Foundation; however, they maintain a calendar of upcoming hikes at www.cosf.org/website/html/outings.html. Try it out! It's fun!

 

Hillcrest Open Space Loop - CRPD Open Space Appreciation Hike

Sat, May 18, 9:00am – 11:30am

Free! Age 14+ Moderately Strenuous 5 mile loop. Elevation gain/loss about 1300 feet. Hillcrest Ridge and White Sage Trails connect at both the north and south ends, making a loop hike-route with 360° views of Thousand Oaks and the surrounding area. Hillcrest Ridge Trail has many up and down sections – a couple are very steep. East on Janss Rd to LaGranada. Continue driving to trailhead at end of La Granada. Park on street. For a map of this hike, visit www.cosf.org/website/html/hillcrest-hike.html

Oak Creek Canyon/Los Robles/Los Padres Trails - CRPD Open Space Appreciation Hike

Sat, June 15, 2013, 9:00am – 11:30am

Free! Age 12+ Moderate 5 mile loop. Elevation gain/loss about 900 ft. Enjoy pleasant trails through open space, views of the Conejo Valley and a snack break at a trailside picnic table under the oak trees. From south end of Moorpark Rd, turn right on Greenmeadow. Drive 1/2 mile to parking lot. For a map of this hike, visit www.cosf.org/website/html/oak-creek-los-robles-los-padres.html

Woodridge Trail to Sunset Hills Loop - CRPD Open Space Appreciation Hike

Sat, July 20, 2013, 8am – 10am

Free! Age 12+ Moderate 4 mile round trip hike with an elevation gain/loss of about 1000 ft. Hike the hills near the urban area of northeastern Thousand Oaks, with sweeping vistas of Bard Reservoir, and, on a clear day, a view of distant mountains and the Pacific Ocean. From the 23 Freeway, east on Sunset Hills Blvd one mile to the dirt parking lot on the right. For a map of this hike, visit www.cosf.org/website/html/Woodridge-sunset-hills-loop-trail.html

Arroyo Conejo to Hill Canyon - CRPD Open Space Appreciation Hike

Sat, August 17, 2013, 8:00am – 10:30am

Free! Age 12+ Moderate 5 mile round trip hike. Elevation gain/loss about 400 ft. Follow the trail from Newbury Park to Hill Canyon Water Treatment Plant. Pleasant scenery along the Barranca and through riparian native plant communities. Return by way of same trails. There are five creek crossings in each direction – all on rock fords or floating pallet-bridges. From 101, drive ¼ mile north on Ventu Park Rd. Turn right at Rancho Conejo Playfields. Trailhead is at the east end of the parking lot. For a map of this hike, visit www.cosf.org/website/html/arroyo-conejo-to-hill-cyn.html

Oakbrook Vista to Scenic Overlook - CRPD Open Space Appreciation Hike

Sat, September 21, 2013, 8am – 10am

Free! Age 12+ Moderate 4 mile round trip hike with an elevation gain/loss of about 1000 ft. Hike single-track trails that overlook the northeastern Conejo Valley, Lang Ranch Open Space, and Hidden Meadow. After a snack break at a scenic-view point, return by way of the same trails. From Avenida de los Arboles, drive south on Westlake Bl, then left on Lang Ranch Parkway 0.2 miles. Park on the right (south) side of Lang Ranch Parkway. For a map of this hike, visit www.cosf.org/website/html/oakbrook-vista-scenic-overlook.html

White Horse Canyon to Los Robles Trail - CRPD Open Space Appreciation Hike

Sat, October 19, 2013, 9am – 12pm

Free! Age 12+ Moderate 6 mile loop. Elevation gain/loss about 1000 ft. Hike from Protrero Rd to Los Robles Trail. Trail is rocky in some places, but well cleared. Nice views of the Los Robles trail system, T.O., lakes, and mountains. From Westlake Bl drive west on Potrero 0.4mi. Park on south side of Potrero, east of the bridge. (The trailhead is across Potrero; on the north side of the street, and west of the bridge.) For a map of this hike, visit www.cosf.org/website/html/white-horse-los-robles.html

Wildwood Canyon to Canyon Overlook-Lizard Rock Loop - CRPD Open Space Appreciation Hike

Sat, November 16, 2013, 9:00am – 11:30am

Free! Age 12+ Moderate 4½ mile loop. Elevation gain/loss about 1000 ft. Moonridge & Wildwood Canyon Trails to Stagecoach Bluff & Canyon Overlook Trails to the ridge overlooking Wildwood, Box Canyon, Santa Rosa Valley and Hill Canyon. Return by way of Lizard Rock and Mesa Trails. Drive to west end of Avenida de Los Arboles. Park in lot at Arboles & Big Sky For a map of this hike, visit www.cosf.org/website/temp/wildwood-canyon-overlook-loop.html

Lang Ranch - Autumn Ridge / Albertson Motorway Loop - CRPD Open Space Appreciation Hike

Sat, December 21, 2013, 9am – 12pm

Free! Age 14+ Moderately-Strenuous 6 mile loop. Elevation gain/loss about 1500 ft. This loop travels through much of the Lang Ranch Open Space with nice scenery and lots of elevation changes. Trailhead is at the north end of Westlake Blvd. Park on street at Westlake & Autumn Ridge Dr. For a map of this hike, visit www.cosf.org/website/html/autumn-ridge-to-albertson-loop.html

Bikram Yoga Westlake Village

Bikram Yoga Westlake Village, at 31300 Via Colinas, Unit 101, is owned by Mahnaz Jahangiri, a practitioner of Bikram Yoga who was certified through the rigorous Bikram program in 2002, and has been instructing classes since then.

Bikram (pronounced “bee-kram”) Yoga, also referred to as "hot yoga", is a style of yoga developed by Bikram Choudhury. Bikram Yoga is a unique sequence of 26 postures and two breathing exercises. These 26 postures systematically work every part of the body to give all the internal organs, ligaments, and muscles everything they need to maintain optimum health and maximum function.

For more information, visit www.bikramyogawestlakevillage.com or call 818.879.1477.

Moms in Motion Fitness & Training Group - Westlake Village, Simi Valley, Ventura

Moms in Motion is a global social network connecting moms through training and fitness. It has nearly 7,000 members throughout the United States and 4 other countries. Visit www.momsinmotion.com for more information.

The following is an update as of March 2013. Check the MiM website for updates on local groups.

Westlake Village - Running Winter 2013

Previously there was a running group in Simi Valley but it is no longer active.

There are several group in the Santa Barbara area.

Search for local groups on the MiM site at www.momsinmotion.com/group/search.

YMCA of Southeast Ventura County - 4 Locations

YMCA of Southeast Ventura County serves the areas of Agoura, Moorpark, Simi Valley, Newbury Park, Thousand Oaks and Westlake Village. General information at www.triunfoymca.org or call 805.497.3081 x104.

Conejo Valley YMCA is located at 4031 North Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks (805.523.7613). Open 7 days per week. Facility has a 25-yard indoor heated pool) activity room, fitness center, gym, outdoor multi-sport court, frisbee golf/horseshoes, hiking and biking trail, babysitting, swim lessons, etc. www.triunfoymca.org/conejo

Triunfo YMCA is located at 31225 La Baya Drive, Suite 106, Westlake Village (818.707.9622). Closed on weekends. Facility has aquatics, fitness center, classes, camps, child care and various sports. www.triunfoymca.org/Triunfo

Simi Valley YMCA is at 3200 Cochran Street (805.583.5338).  Open 7 days per week.  25 yard swimming pool, fitness center, indoor cycling, child care, camps, classes, sports, etc.  www.triunfoymca.org/SimiValley

Miller Family YMCA is the newest location, located at 320 Via Las Brisas, Newbury Park (in Dos Vientos, adjacent to the Paraiso plaza).  Open 7 days per week.  25 yard indoor swimming pool, fitness center, indoor cycling, sports, child care, etc.  www.triunfoymca.org/miller

Pacific Tennis Club at the Westlake Village Inn

Pacific Tennis Club at the Westlake Village Inn is a membership based club with 10 courts located at the beautiful Westlake Village Inn.  There are junior, single, double and family memberships available.  Courts are open from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and are lighted. 

The facility, located at 4700 Lakeview Canyon Road, Westlake Village, has individual coaching, clinics, ball machines, leagues and tournaments.  Visit www.pacifictennisclub.com or call 818.889.2700 for more information.

Theiss Institute of Health and Fitness - Westlake Village

Founded in 1984, the Theiss Institute of Health & Fitness is a state-of-the-art facility located at 4360 Park Terrace Drive, Westlake Village. Using cutting edge technology and a holistic approach to health and fitness, we promise maximum, measurable improvements in health, quality of life, and sense of self in the shortest amount of time. Visit www.theissinstitute.com or call 818.707.9998 for more information.

Bas Rutten's Elite MMA in Westlake Village

Bas Rutten's Elite MMA is a comprehensive Mixed Martial Arts school located at The Water Court at 880 Hampshire Road, Suite X, Westlake Village. Featuring classes in all major aspects of Mixed Martial Arts as well as the world famous Bas Rutten Mixed Martial Arts System. Trainers specialize in Boxing, Kick Boxing, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and the Bas Rutten MMA System. Youth training, private training, classes and more. More information at www.elitemmagym.com or call 805.496.4472.

Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu of Westlake Village/ Agoura Hills

Located at 31360 Via Colinas Ste 101, Westlake Village, the Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy of Westlake Village/ Agoura Hills offers world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction for individuals, families, and anyone willing to learn the art in the communities of Agoura Hills, Malibu, Calabasas, Westlake Village, Oak Park, Westlake Village, Newbury Park, and Thousand Oaks. The art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has evolved and become a key element in achieving physical fitness, character development, self-defense and a well-balanced lifestyle. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is for all who seek a martial art that constantly challenges you to grow and improve in all aspects of your life.

For more information, visit www.graciewestlake.com or call 818.292.8910. Free introductory class is available.

California Health & Longevity Institute at Four Seasons Westlake Village

California Health & Longevity Institute (CHLI) uses a 360-degree approach to health and wellness by integrating five disciplines to achieve lifestyle and well-being goals: Medical, Nutrition, Fitness, Life Balance and Spa.  An on-site medical clinic fuses the latest breakthroughs in Western preventive-care medicine with complementary and alternative Eastern medical techniques, and houses a complete imaging suite, dermatology center and a medical laboratory.

The CHLI fitness programs focus on a range of training including posture, flexibility, corrective exercise, core stabilization, strength and cardio respiratory training. The fitness facility is 16,000 sq ft and overlooks the gardens and waterfall at the Four Seasons Westlake Village. The gym is fully equipped with the latest workout technology and free weights and also contains a 95-foot Mediterranean style indoor lap pool.

Various fitness programs and specialized training is available. There is also life balance experts and workshops, medical evaluations and care that focus on prevention, and registered dieticians that provide nutritional consultations and workshops.

CHLI is ranked as one of the top executive health and wellness programs in the nation. Located at Two Dole Drive, Westlake Village at the Four Seasons Westlake Village. Visit CHLI.com or call 818.575.1114.

DRENCHED Fitness in Westlake Village

DRENCHED Fitness is a state-of-the-art group fitness and nutrition studio combining cardio and strength training in proper proportions to maximize fat loss and muscle definition. DRENCHED creates an atmosphere of high energy and intensity with its “night club” lighting and top-of-the-line sound system. Located at 2900 Townsgate Road, Suite 109 in Westlake Village (next to Yozen Frogurt). Visit drenchedfitness.com or call 805.416.2277.

Dance 4 Wellness in Thousand Oaks

Dance 4 Wellness is a ballroom dance instruction company specializing in ballroom, latin, swing, and nightclub-style dancing, offering group classes and private lessons as well as weekly social dances to help you practice what you learn in a real nightclub setting. Located next to Boulderdash Indoor Climbing at 880 Hampshire Road, Suite D, Thousand Oaks, in The Water Court at Westlake.

Visit www.dance4wellness.net or call 805.991.6113 for more information.

Gus Gates Kung Fu & Fitness - Westlake Village

2003 Hall of Fame inductee and Martial Arts Instructor of the Year SIFU GUS GATES brings the beauty of the Dragon, Tiger, Crane, and other animal styles of Kung Fu.

Discover the exhilaration of learning to wield classical weapons of Kung Fu. All combative martial arts originated from the use of ancient weapons of war and no one boasts as wide a proficiency and variety in weapons as in Shaolin Combat Training.

Kung Fu classes can help define and build a person's self-esteem, discipline,compassion, strength and confidence needed by your child in school as well as future situations they will come across, such as going off to college and obtaining their career goals. Your child will learn to respect you, others and most importantly, themselves.

Gus Gates Kung Fu & Fitness is located at 30831 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Westlake Village.  For more information, visit www.gusgates.com or call 818.865.0555.

North Ranch Country Club - Westlake Village

Nestled in the hills northwest of Los Angeles, a short distance from the 101 Freeway, is the pride of Westlake Village, the spectacular North Ranch Country Club. Perfectly manicured greens enhance 27 challenging holes. Unique golfing excitement on three distinguished, separate combinations lay the foundation for our prestigious private country club. Rounding out the activities is a full complement for tennis and social festivities housed in a spacious 50,000 sq. ft. main clubhouse.

More than just great golf, North Ranch Country Club offers fine dining, full banquet facilities and twelve all weather, professionally lighted tennis courts with a separate tennis clubhouse. A family-oriented facility, North Ranch Country Club has an active membership with a year-round schedule of activities.

North Ranch Country Club is located at 4761 Valley Spring Drive in Westlake Village.  For more info visit www.northranchcc.org or call 805.496.1995.

Conejo Valley Multisport Masters

Conejo Valley Multisport Masters (CVMM) brings high quality adult swimming and multisport (swim, bike, run) programs to the Ventura County and Los Angeles County regions.

Led by 2009 United States Masters Swimming Coach of the Year, Southern Pacific Masters Association 2008 Coach of the Year, Nancy Kirkpatrick Reno, the CVMM program is recognized nationally and internationally as the place to go for the best in coaching for swimming and triathlon.

Year-round workouts available. Serves the communities of Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Westlake Village, Malibu, Newbury Park and Agoura Hills. CVMM trains at pools in Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley and Westlake Village. CVMM has all levels of adult swimmers and multisport athletes 18 years and older from beginner to elite, fitness athletes to World Champions.

Visit www.conejovalleymultisportmasters.com to learn more.