With the cost of gas and groceries, and just about everything else on the rise, you may have had to cut back on a few things.
Maybe there’s a gym membership or that piece of workout equipment you wanted. Starting soon, the City of Grand Rapids is giving you a chance to get moving for free with its outdoor fitness program!
Back for its 11th year, the city is offering 16 free classes in parks and public spaces across Grand Rapids. Whether you are a beginner or looking for a more intense workout, there is something for everyone. Choose from yoga, cardio, dance, and more.
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Classes are Monday through Thursday starting Monday, May 11 through Thursday, August 20. They’re all free and you don’t even need to register! Some of the new offerings this year include Mat Pilates, Hip Hop Barre, Total Body Power, and Circuit Training.
City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation via Facebook
City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation via Facebook
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Here’s the full 2026 schedule:
Mondays, May 11 through Aug. 17 (no class May 25)
POUND at Lyon Square (299 Lyon St NW) from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.Yoga at Mulick Park (1632 Sylvan Ave. SE) from 6 to 6:45 p.m.Zumba at Rosa Parks Circle (135 Monroe Center St. NW) from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.Line Dancing at MLK Park Tennis Courts (900 Fuller Ave SE) from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
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Tuesdays, May 12 through Aug. 18
Barre on The Blue Bridge from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.HIGH Fitness at Briggs Park (324 Knapp St. NE) from 6 to 6:45 p.m.Glute Aerobics on The Blue Bridge from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.Sunset Yoga at Lookout Park (801 Fairview Ave. NE) from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Wednesdays, May 13 through Aug. 19
Circuit Training at Ottawa Hills Fitness Court (2060 Oakfield Ave SE) from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.Pumped Up Strength at Cherry Park (725 Cherry St. SE) from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.Total Body Power at Roosevelt Park (739 Van Raalte Dr. SW) from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.WERQ at Highland Park (700 College Ave. NE) from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Thursdays, May 14 through Aug. 20
Sunrise Yoga at Indian Trails Golf Course (2776 Kalamazoo Ave. SE) from 6:30 to 7:15 a.m.Mat Pilates at Riverside Park from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.Hip Hop Barre at Pleasant Park (630 Madison Ave SE) from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.Turn Up Dance Fitness at Garfield Park (2111 Madison Ave SE) from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
If a class has to be canceled due to weather, it will be announced on the City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Facebook page.
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