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Parks Fitness: Family Friendly Yoga with Debbie

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

May 8, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from May 8, 2023, until August 28, 2023
  • Winthrop Square
    55 Winthrop Street
    Charlestown, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2023-05-08T17:00:00 - 2023-08-28T18:00:00

This all-levels, all-ages, family-friendly yoga class offers movement and relaxation with an easy-going, approachable tone. Parents/caregivers are welcome to bring their children to flow with the class or play alongside with our "fit kit" of toys. Please note: parents/caregivers are still responsible for their child's/children's supervision as no childcare will be available. This class is not intended to be a playgroup or parent + child exercise class.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite, which will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, if there are changes or cancellations due to weather, etc.

Register for class

May 8, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from May 8, 2023, until August 28, 2023
  • Winthrop Square
    55 Winthrop Street
    Charlestown, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Charlestown
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2023-05-08T17:00:00 - 2023-08-28T18:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Strength and Conditioning with Trevor

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

May 7, 2023
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from May 7, 2023, until August 27, 2023
  • Ronan Park
    92 Mt. Ida Road
    Dorchester, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2023-05-07T09:00:00 - 2023-08-27T10:00:00

This class is designed to help you connect with your body through conscious movement & breathing. The goal is for you to be able to unlock your inner power through mind-body connection. The class is a combination of functional movement, mobility exercises & basic resistance training. Expect some time to let go and relax at the end.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite, which will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, if there are changes or cancellations due to weather, etc.

Register for class

May 7, 2023
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from May 7, 2023, until August 27, 2023
  • Ronan Park
    92 Mt. Ida Road
    Dorchester, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2023-05-07T09:00:00 - 2023-08-27T10:00:00
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26.TRUE Marathon with PIONEERS Run Crew

April 15, 2023
  • 8:00am - 2:00pm
  • 131 Dale St.
    Roxbury, MA
  • Contact:
    crew@pioneersrc.com
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2023-04-15T08:00:00 - 2023-04-15T14:00:00

Founded in 2017, Dorchester-based PIONEERS Run Crew is committed to making the sport of distance running more equitable, accessible, and fun for BIPOC community members. On April 15, 2022 we are hosting our 3rd annual 26.TRUE Marathon - this one-of-a-kind event is a full unsanctioned marathon (26.2 miles) with a course that was specifically designed to amplify and celebrate the culture and diversity of the neighborhoods that make up the City of Boston. We invite all Boston community members to come support and cheer for this year's runners!

sign up here

Graphic promoting 26.TRUE MARATHON Cheer Zones.

April 15, 2023
  • 8:00am - 2:00pm
  • 131 Dale St.
    Roxbury, MA
  • Contact:
    crew@pioneersrc.com
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2023-04-15T08:00:00 - 2023-04-15T14:00:00
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Red Bull Runs powered by MoveStudios on The Greenway

Join The Greenway Conservancy for this free fitness class!

April 15, 2023
  • 10:00am - 10:45am
  • Rowes Wharf Plaza
    375 Atlantic Ave.
    Boston, MA 02110
  • Contact:
    eong@rosekennedygreenway.org, drew@movestudios.net
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-15T10:00:00 - 2023-04-15T10:45:00

Drew LaCombe has over 10+ years of experience in the fitness industry. His passion for running sparked 12 years ago when he realized how important it was to take a holistic approach to a training program when prepping for any distance race or just to be a better daily runner. This approach has allowed many that Drew has coached to run distances they never thought they could pain free, faster and stronger. 

Red Bull Runs will help you become a better runner by strength training. Running specific strength classes designed for you to become a better runner (ex: 1/4 mile warm up, strength specific exercises that will target the muscles that will make you a stronger runner, cardio, core and finishing with a cool down). Drew will help you adapt to all exercises by providing ways to modify or intensify any exercises through class. 

SIGN UP HERE

April 15, 2023
  • 10:00am - 10:45am
  • Rowes Wharf Plaza
    375 Atlantic Ave.
    Boston, MA 02110
  • Contact:
    eong@rosekennedygreenway.org, drew@movestudios.net
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2023-04-15T10:00:00 - 2023-04-15T10:45:00
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Cycle Til You're Blue Spin Class

A Summer Fitness Series specialty class by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

April 27, 2023
2023-04-27T17:30:00 - 2023-04-27T18:30:00

Join the Boston Public Health Commission and the Parks and Recreation Department for a 45-minute stationary spin class! Participants will experience a fun exercise class on a stationary Bluebikes bike led by a certified fitness instructor. They will also learn how to sign out and pick up a bike, redock the bike, and use the bike to ride around the city.  Free 30-day Bluebikes memberships will be given out to those who register and show up!

Register for class here

*Due to anticipated no-shows, we will be giving out more tickets than bikes available. Bikes will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. If more participants join than bikes, we will lead an alternate cardio class alongside the riders so everyone will receive a great workout!

April 27, 2023
2023-04-27T17:30:00 - 2023-04-27T18:30:00
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February Vacation Open Gym

The Parks Department hosts a February Vacation Open Gym at the Bubble on Tuesday, February 21 and Thursday, February 23 for ages 7 and up.

February 23, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Carter Bubble
    709 Columbus Avenue
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-02-23T10:00:00 - 2023-02-23T12:00:00

Open Gym is available to students, families, and/or community members to play pick-up sports such as kick ball, wiffle ball, soccer, football, and participate in fitness stations, run laps, etc.

February 23, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Carter Bubble
    709 Columbus Avenue
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-02-23T10:00:00 - 2023-02-23T12:00:00
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February Vacation Open Gym

The Parks Department hosts a February Vacation Open Gym at the Bubble on Tuesday, February 21 and Thursday, February 23 for ages 7 and up. 

February 21, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Carter Bubble
    709 Columbus Avenue
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-02-21T10:00:00 - 2023-02-21T12:00:00

Open Gym is available to students, families, and/or community members to play pick-up sports such as kick ball, wiffle ball, soccer, football, and participate in fitness stations, run laps, etc.

February 21, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Carter Bubble
    709 Columbus Avenue
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-02-21T10:00:00 - 2023-02-21T12:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Afrobeats pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

February 1, 2023
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • BCYF Gallivan Community Center
    61 Woodruff Way
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2023-02-01T19:00:00 - 2023-02-01T20:00:00

Afrobeats is a catch-all term for the various Afro-pop and fusion music that has modernized and transformed within Africa and has caught the hearts of the diaspora. Afrobeats has become the name of the dance and rhythmic technique and classes develop and build core strength, stamina, rhythmic sensibility, and most importantly build community. All levels welcome!

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

February 1, 2023
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • BCYF Gallivan Community Center
    61 Woodruff Way
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2023-02-01T19:00:00 - 2023-02-01T20:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Afrobeats pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

February 1, 2023
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • BCYF Gallivan Community Center
    61 Woodruff Way
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2023-02-01T19:00:00 - 2023-02-01T20:00:00

Afrobeats is a catch-all term for the various Afro-pop and fusion music that has modernized and transformed within Africa and has caught the hearts of the diaspora. Afrobeats has become the name of the dance and rhythmic technique and classes develop and build core strength, stamina, rhythmic sensibility, and most importantly build community. All levels welcome!

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

February 1, 2023
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • BCYF Gallivan Community Center
    61 Woodruff Way
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2023-02-01T19:00:00 - 2023-02-01T20:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Yoga pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

February 15, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • BCYF Roslindale Community Center
    6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2023-02-15T18:00:00 - 2023-02-15T19:00:00

This yoga class will bring you through postures to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. This class, taught by Not Your Average Yoga teacher, will help you strengthen the body and the mind as you realize your spirit, impact, and self-worth. Classes will incorporate coping skills along with relaxation techniques.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

February 15, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • BCYF Roslindale Community Center
    6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2023-02-15T18:00:00 - 2023-02-15T19:00:00
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