Parks Fitness Series
The Boston Parks Fitness Series offers free fitness programming in Boston parks. Join us for in-person classes led by certified fitness instructors. Please consult the complete class list below.
Everyone is welcome at our free classes, regardless of your fitness level. For more information and cancellations, check Facebook and Twitter at @bostonparksdept and @healthyboston.
Note: There will be no classes held on Monday, January 19 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day) and Monday, February 16 (President's Day).
This initiative is a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Public Health Commission. It's sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
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Have questions? Contact:
Jennifer Misiaszek -
Schedule coming soon!
Winter Fitness Series Classes
2026 Winter FitnessJoin an in-person class every week. Classes are free, but registration is required.
| Class | Day | Time | Location | Neighborhood | Eventbrite Link |
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| Strength & Balance | Monday | 1:00 p.m. | East Boston Senior Center | East Boston | Sign up for Strength & Balance |
| Kids Dance Fitness | Tuesday | 4:30 p.m. | Roslindale Community Center | Roslindale | Sign up for Kids Dance Fitness |
| Tai Chi | Wednesday | 1:00 p.m. | Veronica Smith Community Center | Brighton | Sign up for Tai Chi |
| Line Dancing | Thursday | 6:30 p.m. | Hyde Park Community Center | Hyde Park | Sign up for Line Dancing |
| Bota Fogo Dance | Friday | 6:00 p.m. | Vine Street Community Center | Roxbury | Sign up for Bota Fogo Dance |
| Yoga | Saturday | 11:00 a.m. | Mildred Ave Community Center | Mattapan | Sign up for Yoga |
| Walking Group | Saturday | 12:00 p.m. | Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse | Roxbury | Sign up for Walking Group |
Watch fitness videos
Yoga with Jacqui
Join us for an all-levels Yoga flow class.
Dance Fit with KEnergy Fitness
Move and dance to the beat while breaking a sweat and torching calories.
Afrobeats Dance with Janiqua
Learn technical skills and fundamental movement via a choreographed routine.
Chair Yoga with Karma Longtin
Chair Yoga offers gentle, accessible stretching and movement from any seated position.
Zumba with Zspot
Take part in a 30-minute dance fitness class.
Fitness Class Descriptions
BOTA FOGO dance
BotaFogo, meaning “to set on fire”, is a great workout that combines dance and fitness all in one. Much like other dance fitness programs, it involves cardio and some strength training. Bota Fogo utilizes visual cues making it more accessible to both Deaf and hearing dancers. Come break a sweat to the sounds of Brazilian music genres such as Samba, funk, pagode, and more. The best part is, it doesn’t require previous dance experience! Just follow the instructor and have fun!
line dancing
Line dancing is a fun activity that has all the necessary elements to improve cardiovascular health. The Rhythm Riders rotate moving from high to low impact line dances, so whether you want to get ready for the spring, upcoming weddings, family reunions or simply discover a fun new way to get moving again they have the moves for you! We are all too familiar with the Electric Slide and the Cupid Shuffle, please allow them to take you on a musical journey as you learn new line dances. So come let the rhythm move you, because a body in Motion, stays in Motion!
KIds dance fitness
Kids Dance Fitness classes for kids, tweens + teens help to develop a healthy lifestyle and to incorporate fitness as a natural part of kid’s lives by making fitness FUN!
STRENGTH & BALANCE
Strength, Balance & Flexibility is a total body workout with a focus on strengthening the core and limbs while amplifying the body’s movement through stretch, improving overall balance, posture, muscle tone and mobility. By learning how to move the body in a healthy way, one can reduce pain, improve body awareness, avoid injury and reinforce proper movement principles. Class begins in a chair to freely move every part the body and then transitions to standing weight bearing exercise to improve bone and muscle strength.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, is used as a slow-moving exercise to achieve relaxation and stress reduction. Tai Chi offers benefits for the body, mind and spirit.
WALKING GROUP
Get moving, boost your energy, and make new friends with our fun outdoor walking program at Franklin Park! Enjoy a brisk walk that strengthens your body, improves endurance, and keeps you motivated
Yoga
This class will bring you through postures to align, strengthen, and promote flexibility in the body. Taught by Not Your Average Yoga teacher, you will be able to strengthen the body and the mind as you realize your spirit, impact, and self-worth. Classes will incorporate coping skills along with relaxation techniques.
Winter Fitness Series partners
Our partnersAi tham gia:
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Have questions? Contact:
Jennifer Misiaszek -
Schedule coming soon!
