10 weeks of free mat Pilates, Zumba®, and yoga classes
SEATTLE – To get a healthy start to the New Year, Seattle Center will offer free weekly Winter Fitness sessions in the Seattle Center Armory from Jan. 21 to Mar. 25, 2026. Workout Wednesdays, presented by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, offers free mat Pilates, Zumba®, and yoga classes, allowing participants to increase their range of motion, breathe through life’s stresses, and simply move. These “drop-in” sessions are open to all ages and experience levels.
Mat Pilates, Wednesdays at 6–7 p.m.
This 50-minute mat Pilates class emphasizes core strength, balance, and flexibility through a dynamic, full-body workout. Open to all experience levels, the class is led by expert instructors in a welcoming, supportive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mat. Advance registration is recommended. Class provided by Club Pilates Queen Anne.
Zumba® Class, Wednesdays at 6–7 p.m.
This high-energy Zumba® class blends fitness and dance with music from around the world, including Latin, West African, dancehall, pop, and classic rock. Designed to be accessible and fun, the class features easy-to-follow choreography that delivers a cardiovascular workout while keeping the focus on movement and enjoyment. No dance experience is required. Participants should wear comfortable sneakers and bring water. Instructor: Bonnie Wang.
Gentle Yoga, Wednesdays at 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Gentle Yoga offers a vinyasa-inspired practice focused on mindful movement, breath, and relaxation. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, the class encourages participants to move at their own pace while building awareness and easing tension in the body. Attendees are asked to bring their own yoga mat or towel. Instructor: Iza Narag.
All classes are held indoors in the Armory and are led by certified instructors. For more information on Winter Fitness and other Seattle Center programming, visit Fitness Series: Workout Wednesdays.
About Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) is an integrated health system serving the Puget Sound region, including 10 hospitals and 300 care sites. Founded in 1891, VMFH embraces its long history of caring for the most vulnerable, especially the poor and underserved, and meeting the evolving health care needs of the vibrant, diverse communities it serves. VMFH is a proud home to the Bailey-Boushay House, the first skilled nursing and outpatient chronic care management program in the United States designed specifically to meet the needs of people with HIV/AIDS, and the Benaroya Research Institute, an internationally recognized institution for autoimmune disease research. VMFH is part of CommonSpirit, one of the nation’s largest health systems, dedicated to advancing health for all people. Visit www.vmfh.org to learn more.
About Seattle Center — The Cultural Heart of the Pacific Northwest
Seattle Center is a 74-acre civic, arts, and cultural gathering place in the heart of Seattle and home to more than 30 partner organizations, including Climate Pledge Arena, KEXP, MOPOP, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Seattle Opera, Pacific Science Center, SIFF, and many others. Anchored by world-class attractions, historic venues, public art, and a dynamic calendar of free and affordable events centered around the iconic International Fountain, Seattle Center serves residents and visitors of all ages year-round.
As a department of the City of Seattle and anchor of the Uptown Arts and Cultural District, Seattle Center is an inclusive destination where community comes together through arts, culture, and public life, serving residents from across Seattle and the Puget Sound region alongside visitors from around the world. In partnership with Friends of Waterfront Seattle, Seattle Center also manages the City’s new Waterfront Park, providing cultural programming, operations, and civic care along Seattle’s downtown waterfront.
Over the past three years, Seattle Center has welcomed 11 to 12 million visits annually, with the majority of visits coming from the Seattle and Puget Sound region, and is projected to reach 12.5 to 13.5 million visits in 2026. This activity generates more than $1 billion in visitor spending, contributes more than $2 billion in regional economic impact, and supports more than 18,600 jobs. With the support of our Official Partners — Alaska Airlines, The Climate Pledge, Coors Light, Pepsi, Symetra, T-Mobile, and WaFd Bank — Seattle Center is the #1 most-visited arts and cultural destination in the Pacific Northwest. www.seattlecenter.com
