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Respiratory Illness Prevention Webinar

Join Age Strong and the Boston Public Health Commission at 1 p.m. on Friday, September 29, to get an overview of respiratory illnesses and find out important tips as we approach fall.

October 27, 2023
2023-10-27T13:00:00 - 2023-10-27T14:00:00

Hear from Sarimer Sanchez, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at the Boston Public Health Commission. 

JOIN THE WEBINAR

October 27, 2023
2023-10-27T13:00:00 - 2023-10-27T14:00:00
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Learn-to-Bike for Adults

Free workshop for any adult, who wants to learn how to bike OR refresh basic biking skills and build confidence. Bicycles and helmets provided for all participants.

September 24, 2023
2023-09-24T12:00:00 - 2023-09-24T14:00:00

Taught in a parking lot, this two-hour class is for adults who either have never learned to ride or who want to work on basic skills. This class is perfect for adults who:

  • have never ridden a bike before
  • haven't been on a bike for years, or
  • can ride a little, but need to practice starting, stopping, turning, and hand signaling.
September 24, 2023
2023-09-24T12:00:00 - 2023-09-24T14:00:00
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Hardiman Playground Pop Up in the Park

Join us on September 23 from 10 - 11 a.m. for a Hardiman Playground pop-up event.

September 23, 2023
2023-09-23T10:00:00 - 2023-09-23T11:00:00
September 23, 2023
2023-09-23T10:00:00 - 2023-09-23T11:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Zumba Class With Ama

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.

August 6, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from May 7, 2024, until August 27, 2024
  • Mozart Street Playground
    10 Mozart St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
  • Posted:
2024-08-06T18:00:00 - 2024-11-26T19:00:00

World rhythms dance fitness class with easy-to-follow moves to create a fun total body workout designed to tone your body, improve cardiovascular health, and increase your happy meter!

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

August 6, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from May 7, 2024, until August 27, 2024
  • Mozart Street Playground
    10 Mozart St
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
  • Posted:
2024-08-06T18:00:00 - 2024-11-26T19:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Walking Group with Brandy

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.

October 19, 2024
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from October 5, 2024, until November 16, 2024
  • Franklin Park
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2024-10-19T09:00:00 - 2024-11-30T10:00:00

Just Walk" is a revitalizing walking program designed to invigorate both body and mind. Whether you're seeking a leisurely stroll through serene landscapes or aiming for a brisk pace to get your heart pumping, "Just Walk" offers tailored routes to suit every fitness level. Join us on a journey to better health and well-being, one step at a time.

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 due to the weather.

REGISTER HERE

October 19, 2024
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from October 5, 2024, until November 16, 2024
  • Franklin Park
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2024-10-19T09:00:00 - 2024-11-30T10:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Virtual Chair Yoga class with Karma

Participate in FREE virtual 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.

October 18, 2024
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from October 4, 2024, until November 15, 2024
  • VIRTUAL CLASS
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-10-18T12:00:00 - 2024-11-29T13:00:00

A gentle form of yoga that can be done seated or standing on the ground while using a chair for support. Focus on opening all the joints and loosening up tight muscles.

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 here

October 18, 2024
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from October 4, 2024, until November 15, 2024
  • VIRTUAL CLASS
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-10-18T12:00:00 - 2024-11-29T13:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Tai Chi with Joe

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.

August 6, 2024
  • 8:00am - 9:00am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from May 7, 2024, until August 27, 2024
  • Elliot Norton Park
    295 Tremont St
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Posted:
2024-08-06T08:00:00 - 2024-11-26T09:00:00

Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, is used as a slow-moving exercise to achieve relaxation and stress reduction. Tai Chi offers benefits for the body, mind and spirit."

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 due to the weather.

REGISTER FOR CLASS

August 6, 2024
  • 8:00am - 9:00am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from May 7, 2024, until August 27, 2024
  • Elliot Norton Park
    295 Tremont St
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Posted:
2024-08-06T08:00:00 - 2024-11-26T09:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Virtual HIIT class with Jacqui

Participate in FREE virtual 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.

October 13, 2024
  • 8:00am - 9:00am
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from September 29, 2024, until November 10, 2024
  • VIRTUAL CLASS
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-10-13T08:00:00 - 2024-11-25T09:00:00

This class is a total body workout that will get your heart rate pumping and will include a warm up followed by blocks of body-weight exercises that target the upper body, lower body, core and cardio for a full body experience. We will end with a cool down and some stretching. The class is high intensity, but modifications will be offered for all fitness levels. We encourage you to join weekly to benchmark your fitness level and get stronger as the weeks progress.

Register here

October 13, 2024
  • 8:00am - 9:00am
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from September 29, 2024, until November 10, 2024
  • VIRTUAL CLASS
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-10-13T08:00:00 - 2024-11-25T09:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Strength and Conditioning class with Ana

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.

August 6, 2024
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from May 7, 2024, until August 27, 2024
  • LoPresti Park
    33 Sumner St
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    East Boston
  • Posted:
2024-08-06T17:30:00 - 2024-11-26T18:30:00

This class will develop your muscular strength, increase your muscular and cardiovascular endurance, and improve your agility through performance exercises that will keep you at your optimal fitness level. This is achieved through the combination of strength training, aerobic conditioning, and agility exercises. You will experience overall improvements with your physical performance with your daily activities, balance and flexibility, sleeping habits, in addition to helping you maintain a healthy weight.

Join the CLASS

August 6, 2024
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from May 7, 2024, until August 27, 2024
  • LoPresti Park
    33 Sumner St
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    East Boston
  • Posted:
2024-08-06T17:30:00 - 2024-11-26T18:30:00
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Parks Fitness: Virtual Yoga class with Nikita

Participate in FREE virtual 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.

October 15, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from October 1, 2024, until November 12, 2024
  • VIRTUAL CLASS
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-10-15T18:00:00 - 2024-11-26T19:00:00

This is a joyful, energizing Vinyasa practice connecting breath with movement. Together, we will cultivate strength, balance and flexibility in the mind and body. We'll end our classes with some restorative poses which will help create a sense of peace and connection within ourselves. I hope to see you on the mat!

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 here

October 15, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from October 1, 2024, until November 12, 2024
  • VIRTUAL CLASS
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2024-10-15T18:00:00 - 2024-11-26T19:00:00
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