Thanks for a great summer, see you next year!
Worcester Fitness in the Parks is a free, 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 9 through August 30, Mondays through Saturdays at 8 locations.
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!
Quick Facts
- 12 Week Program
- 10 Classes Each Week
- 8 Sites Throughout Worcester
- Classes for Everyone in the Family
- Free Fitness
- Summer Fitness Series Flyer
- Register Online to Participate
Schedule and Classes
Learn more about the Summer Fitness Series schedule and class descriptions.
No classes on the following holidays: June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day).
| Day | Time | Class/Activity | Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. | Tai Chi | Elm Park |
| Monday | 4 - 4:45 p.m. | HIIT | Oread Castle Park |
| Tuesday | 7 - 8:30 a.m. | Basketball Skills and Drills | Crompton Park |
| Tuesday | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Calisthenics Strength Training | Green Hill Park |
| Tuesday | 6 - 7 p.m. | Zumba | University (Crystal) Park |
| Wednesday | 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. | Sunrise Yoga | Elm Park |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. | Capoeira (Martial Arts) | Institute Park |
| Thursday | 7 - 8:30 a.m. | Basketball Skills and Drills | University (Crystal) Park |
| Friday | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | HIIT | YMCA |
| Saturday | 10 - 10:45 a.m. | Dance Fit4U | Winslow & Pleasant (Peace) Park |
Park Locations
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:
- 47 Quinsigamond AvenueDistrict 4
- Elm Park (Russell Street Side Near the Stone Gate Entrance)121 Russell StreetDistrict 4/5
- Green Hill Park (Near Parking Lot D, Next to Pavilion)301 Green Hill ParkwayDistrict 2
- Institute Park (Near the Concert Stage)82 Salisbury StreetDistrict 2
- 20 Alden StreetDistrict 4
- 965 Main StreetDistrict 4
- 374 Pleasant StreetDistrict 4
- YMCA766 Main StreetDistrict 4
Want to Learn More?
Find out about healthy resources related to nutrition and physical activity to help you grow and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
For questions, please contact Leah Maroney, City of Worcester Health & Human Services at 508-799-8486.