Outdoor Fitness

A group of women coordinated in a plank position over matching purpose yoga mats as part of an outdoor yoga class in a park.

When the weather heats up, it’s time to make NYC your gym! Whether you’re looking for a full workout or a relaxing class, we have hundreds of events each summer to help you stay in shape.

Shape Up NYC

Shape Up NYC offers free fitness classes at NYC locations throughout the five boroughs, including outdoor classes during the summer. Visit the Shape Up NYC page for more information about this program.

Fitness Equipment

Interested in working out on your own? Many parks offer free fitness equipment, where you can do crunches, chin-ups, dips, and more, while enjoying the great outdoors. Visit our Fitness Equipment page for a list of locations.

Visit our main Outdoor Fitness page to discover running tracks, hiking trails, courts and fields, and more fun ways to keep fit.

Outdoor Fitness Events

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from June 3, 2026 to October 24, 2026

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Jul16

Summer on the Hudson: Sunset Yoga

at 145th and the Hudson River (in Riverside Park), Manhattan

6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Summer on the Hudson partners with Sweet Water Dance & Yoga for a multi-level sunset yoga practice.
Free!

Friday, July 17, 2026

Jul17

Cardio Sculpt

at Athletic Courts (in Torsney Playground), Queens

9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
This cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform.
Free!

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Jul18

Zumba

at Midland Beach Splash Plaza (in Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach), Staten Island

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!

Jul18

Beginner Yoga

at Sobelsohn Basketball Court (in Forest Park), Queens

10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Connect with yourself in Beginner Yoga, a class to be enjoyed by all.
Free!

Jul18

Dance Fitness

at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Shape Up NYC for a free dance fitness class every Saturday at West Harlem Piers Park!
Free!

Jul18

Total Body Reset

at Herbert Von King Park, Brooklyn

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
Free!

Jul18

Bike Ride to Waterfront Festival

at Thomas Jefferson Park, Manhattan

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Meet up at Thomas Jefferson Park in Harlem and enjoy a scenic ride along the riverfront and through the park, ending at the Festival!
Free!

Jul18

Waterfront Festival

at East River Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan

12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Enjoy a fun, family-friendly day along our scenic waterfront with water-themed educational activities, crafts, games, face painting, live performances, and more.
Free!

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Sunday, July 19, 2026

Jul19

Summer on the Hudson: Tai Chi

at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan

8:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m.
Learn and practice Tai Chi, a slow moving martial art with health benefits for all fitness levels.
Free!

Jul19

Inwood Canoe Club Sunday Open House

at Inwood Canoe Club (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan

9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for our free, guided 20-minute kayak trips on the Hudson River just north of the George Washington Bridge.
Free!

Monday, July 20, 2026

Jul20

Cardio Sculpt

at Athletic Courts (in Torsney Playground), Queens

9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
This cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform.
Free!

Jul20

Hoop Jam in Herald Square Park

at Herald Square, Manhattan

6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Hoopers of all experience levels, from beginner to advanced, are welcome, and all equipment is provided. No registration is required, just stop by and join us!
Free!

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Jul21

Bryant Park Tai Chi

at Fountain Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan

7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m.
Join us in practicing this traditional system of health and self-defense on the Fountain Terrace. Classes are led by teachers and students.
Free!

Jul21

Morning Yoga at Bryant Park

at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan

10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Morning yoga classes return to Bryant Park's Upper Terrace at 10am. and is free and open to the public. Bring your mat and water and enjoy one hour of yoga with New York City’s top instructors.
Free!

Jul21

Summer on the Hudson: Pilates in the Park

at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan

6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Join instructor Melissa Ricci, CPT, PMA from Base Fitness® for a flowing, multi-level Pilates Mat class that will align your body, strengthen your core and give you renewed energy!
Free!

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Jul22

Cardio Sculpt

at Athletic Courts (in Torsney Playground), Queens

9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
This cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform.
Free!

Jul22

Chair Yoga at Greeley Square Park

at Greeley Square Park, Manhattan

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the 34th Street Partnership at Greeley Square on Wednesday mornings for a rejuvenating, relaxing, and accessible chair yoga class.
Free!

Jul22

Summer on the Hudson: Movement Speaks Workshop

at General Grant National Memorial (Grant's Tomb) (in Riverside Park), Manhattan

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Dances for a Variable Population leads creative movement classes for adults of all ages and abilities, with a focus on seniors.
Free!

Jul22

intenSati

at Myrtle Avenue and Park Lane South (in Forest Park), Queens

5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
In intenSati, we will prime your body, mind, and heart with this sweat-dripping, heart-pumping, mood-lifting cardio class (think dance meets kickboxing meets yoga).
Free!

Jul22

Waterfront Workouts: Amp'd Bootcamp

at Pier 2 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn

6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Enjoy free weekly Amp'd Bootcamp fitness sessions in Brooklyn Bridge Park!
Free!

Jul22

Yoga at Bryant Park

at Bryant Park Lawn (in Bryant Park), Manhattan

6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Evening yoga classes return to the Bryant Park lawn at 6pm and is free and open to the public. Bring your mat and water and enjoy one hour of yoga with New York City’s top instructors.
Free!

Jul22

Summer on the Hudson: Yoga- Evening Salute to the Sun

at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan

6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
End your day with yoga in a beautiful sunset setting led by instructor Meg SantaMaria of Roadside Yogi. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Free!