Note: Tai Chi on Mondays will be held as Gentle Yoga for Monday, June 16 and Monday, June 23. It will resume as Tai Chi thereafter.
Please be advised that class schedule can be affected by weather. Check back here for cancellations.
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 p.m. | Tai Chi | Elm Park |
| Monday | 4 - 4:45 p.m. | HIIT | Oread Castle Park |
| Tuesday | 7:30 - 9 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 | 7:30 - 9 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 |
*Starting Week of June 16.
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.