The Worcester Fitness in the Parks Summer Series is a 12-week program presented by the City of Worcester Department of Health & Human Services and Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA in partnership with the YWCA Central Massachusetts and YMCA of Central Massachusetts. The program runs from June 10 through August 31, Mondays through Saturdays at 8 locations. Classes range from Zumba to sports skills training to HIIT and Yoga, all family-friendly.
The goal of this program is to provide Worcester residents with opportunities to engage in healthy eating, active living, community building and spending the summer becoming a healthier Worcester. We hope to see you there!
Learn more about the Summer Fitness Series schedule and class descriptions.
No classes on the following holidays: June 19 (Juneteenth), July 4 (Independence Day).
Classes will begin on June 10, 2024.
Please be advised that class schedule can be affected by thunderstorms and/or heat advisories. Check back here for cancellations.
| Day | Time | Class/Activity | Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. | Yoga | Elm Park |
| Tuesday | 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. | Breathwork & Meditation Supported by Synergy of Sound | Elm Park |
| Tuesday | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Zumba | Winslow & Pleasant (Peace) Park |
| Wednesday | 12 - 1 p.m. | HIIT | City Hall Common |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. | Tai Chi | Vernon Hill Park |
| Thursday | 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. | Awaken and Ignite: Enlivened Drumming and Meditation | Lake Ave. Park |
| Thursday | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Dance Kraze | University (Crystal) Park |
| Friday | 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. | Morning Mantra | Vernon Hill Park |
| Friday | 3 - 4 p.m. | Basketball Drills | Crompton Park |
| Saturday | 12 - 1 p.m. | Zumba | YMCA's Fuller Family Park |
Worcester has many parks throughout the city, which offer residents and visitors a wealth of activities with its vast array of green and blue space. Fitness classes will be held at the following City Parks throughout the summer:
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