Fitness

Discover your path to fitness with NYC Parks! From invigorating dance classes to strength-building routines and tranquil yoga sessions, our diverse fitness programs cater to every enthusiast. Join us and embark on a journey to a healthier, happier you, right in the heart of the city.
Fitness Events
Friday, November 20, 2026
Running Group
at Broadway and 251st Street (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
This welcoming, beginner-friendly running group uses walk/run intervals to help you gradually build your endurance and confidence.
Free!
Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)
at Dance Room (in Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center), Manhattan 
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Conéctate, equilibra y desafíate con Yoga en español.
Free!
Total Body Fitness
at Tilden Senior Center
10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
Free!
Yoga
at Brooklyn Public Library - Sheepshead Bay
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Connect with yourself in Yoga with Nicole, a class to be enjoyed by all.
Free!
Shea Butter Grooves
at Fit4Dance NYC, Brooklyn
5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
This multi-genre dance class in celebration of joy across the African diaspora.
Free!
Cardio Circuit Blast
at Dance Room (in Highbridge Recreation Center), Manhattan 
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
This high-energy total body workout will keep you moving with challenging yet fun bodyweight circuits.
Free!
RISE UP Circuit Training
at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene- East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
This bodyweight circuit will help you R.I.S.E UP: Reach new heights, inspire, strengthen your inner self, and elevate your fitness. Let’s unlock your ultimate potential.
Free!
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Line Dance Fitness
at Golden Age Classroom B (in Brownsville Recreation Center), Brooklyn 
7:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Line up and get ready to move in this line dance fitness class!
Free!
Forest Fitness
at Margaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
8:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.
Explore Fort Tryon Park while you exercise! Join Nancy Bruning for free Fitness at the Fort with walking, stairs, stretching, and nature on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays.
Free!
No Excuses Circuit Training
at Dance Room (in St. John’s Recreation Center), Brooklyn 
9:00 a.m.–9:45 a.m.
A high-energy beginner-friendly workout that combines strength and endurance exercises performed in timed stations with minimal rest.
Free!
Virtual Rise and Shine Yoga
at Virtual/Online Events
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Start your day with a guided meditation and gentle yoga flow.
Free!
Zumba
at Gymnasium (Court) (in Al Oerter Recreation Center), Queens 
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Free!
Cardio Circuit Blast
at Dance Room (in Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center), Manhattan 
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
This high-energy total body workout will keep you moving with challenging yet fun bodyweight circuits.
Free!
Dance Fitness
at George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics.
Free!
Rise&Restore Circuit Training
at Dance Room (in Highbridge Recreation Center), Manhattan 
10:00 a.m.–10:45 a.m.
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout
Free!
Walking group
at Pier 35 (in East River Waterfront Esplanade), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
*Weather permitting* This free walking program will help you move your body and connect with others in your community!
Free!
Zumba
at Queens Community House Beacon @ PS 149, Queens
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Free!
Zumba
at Gymnasium (in St. John’s Recreation Center), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Free!
Bodyweight Burn Circuit Training
at Brooklyn Public Library - Brooklyn Heights
10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
A bodyweight circuit class combining cardio, strength, and core-focused movements for a dynamic full-body workout!
Free!
CANCELED: STRONG Nation®
at Rock Climbing Wall Room (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Manhattan 
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
STRONG Nation® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move.
Free!
LaBlast® Fitness
at Brooklyn Public Library - New Utrecht
10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
This dance fitness program is based on ballroom dances, including those seen on Dancing with the Stars.
Free!
Strong For Life Circuit Training
at BPL- Macon Library, Brooklyn
10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
A welcoming exercise class focused on helping participants feel stronger, more mobile, and more energized in daily life.
Free!
Turkey Trot 5K
at Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center (in Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center), Manhattan 
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks for a special 5k/10k run. Participants will engage in a guided run through East Harlem from 112 Street & First Avenue to the East River and back. Bring your family and fr
Free!

Cardio Punch
at Queens Public Library - Far Rockaway
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Cardio Punch is a total body, non-contact workout fit for all levels.
Free!
Chair Yoga
at NYPL - Eastchester Library, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This uplifting seated flow is designed to get you moving and feeling energized—without stressing your joints. Using gentle, rhythmic movements, we’ll raise your heart rate, improve bala
Free!
Groove & Glow
at NYPL - Tompkins Square Library, Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.
Bringing good vibes and great movement this cardio dance class blends K-pop beats, funk grooves, and feel-good choreography to help you sweat, smile, and glow.
Free!
Bodyweight Circuit Training
at Dance Room (in Chelsea Recreation Center), Manhattan 
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full-body workout
Free!
Chair Yoga
at Ballroom (in Fort Hamilton Senior Recreation Center), Brooklyn 
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Connect with yourself in Chair Yoga, a class to be enjoyed by all- but designed for those who prefer to be seated.
Free!
Dance Fitness
at Brooklyn Public Library - Bay Ridge, Brooklyn 
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics.
Free!
Total Body Reset
at Brooklyn Public Library - Marcy, Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
Free!
Hula Hoop Aerobics
at Multi-Use Room B (in Pelham Fritz Recreation Center), Manhattan 
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
This creative and fun workout fuses high-energy dance aerobics with hula hoops! Hoops are available for loaning.
Free!
STRONG Nation®
at Dance Room (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan 
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
STRONG Nation® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move.
Free!
Yoga
at Multi-Use Room (in St. James Recreation Center), Bronx 
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
This open level class is designed to awaken your mind, body and senses through controlled breathing, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures. Please bring a mat
Free!
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Strength & Cardio Circuit Training
at Dance Room (in St. John’s Recreation Center), Brooklyn 
9:30 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout.
Free!
Winter Composting with Big Reuse
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan 
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Help us maintain the 5 Cube system at Randall’s Island Urban Farm! Tasks may include: processing food scraps and farm waste, turning compost piles, sifting finished compost, & more.
Free!

Zumba
at Multi-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center), Bronx 
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Free!
Monday, November 23, 2026
Interval Walking Sessions
at Athletic Courts (in Torsney Playground), Queens
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Interval Walking Sessions consist of three segments: brisk, slow and a bodyweight exercise.
Free!
Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)
at New York Public Library - Morningside Heights Branch, Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Conéctate, equilibra y desafíate con Yoga en español.
Free!
Riverside Field House: Fall Bodyroll
at 102nd Street Field House (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Find your inner dancer and get your body moving with pure joy at this cathartic dance aerobics class with VIVA!
Free!

Senior Cardio Sculpt
at Sunnyside Community Services, Queens
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
This low impact cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform. Participants must be 60+ to attend this class.
Free!
Yoga
at Brooklyn Public Library- Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Connect with yourself in Yoga with Nicole, a class to be enjoyed by all.
Free!
Gentle Yoga
at Queens Public Library - Bayside, Queens
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A therapeutic yet powerful series of balancing, stretching, easy back bending, twisting, and mild inverted postures, concluding with a guided relaxation. NOTE: Spots are limited
Free!
Cardio Sculpt
at Dance Room (in Chelsea Recreation Center), Manhattan 
5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
This high energy exercise class consists of functional and body weight strength exercises paired with cardio to get your heart pumping! Cardio Sculpt is taught to music and open to all
Free!
Bodyweight Circuit Training
at MVMNT Fitness and Health Studio
5:30 p.m.–6:15 p.m.
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout.
Free!
Zumba
at Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church 
5:30 p.m.–6:15 p.m.
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Free!
Bodyweight Interval Training
at Multi-Use Room C (in McCarren Play Center), Brooklyn 
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Bodyweight Interval Training is an energetic yet low impact exercise class that will get your muscles moving!
Free!
Low Impact Bodyweight Circuit Training
at Multi-Use Room (in Asser Levy Recreation Center), Manhattan 
6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout
Free!
Strong and Steady Circuit Training
at Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Strong & Steady Circuit Training is a full-body workout designed for high-energy fun
Free!
Zumba Gold®
at Ryan Health- Chelsea Clinton Community Health Center, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–6:50 p.m.
Zumba Gold® offers a low-impact workout set to a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes, creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!
Free!
CANCELED: Yoga
at Fort Totten Park-Building 422 - NE Queens Headquarters (in Fort Totten Park), Queens
6:15 p.m.–7:15 p.m.
Connect with yourself in this Yoga class with Ambeka, a class to be enjoyed by all.
Free!