Health and Fitness
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
A DAY IN THE PARK Free
NYC Parks and Backpacker Magazine
Central Park Bandshell
Saturday, June 20. 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
www.nycgovparks.org
Get ready to hike, bike, climb and paddle as NYC Parks and Backpacker magazine sponsor a day-long outdoor adventure in the heart of Central Park. Activities include log rolling, rock climbing, wheelchair basketball, biking, outdoor gear exhibits, stand-up paddleboarding and fitness classes. This year's event will feature the 30th Anniversary of the Stihl Timbersports Competition. Certain activities will require a waiver, which will be provided at the event for participants to sign. Participants under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian present to sign the waiver. Children must be at least 5 years of age to participate in kayaking and at least 8 years of age to participate in stand-up paddleboarding.
FUN ON THE WATER
KAYAKING ON THE HUDSON Free or expert lessons
Various locations on piers from Tribeca to the Upper West Side. Pier 26 at N. Moore St., Pier 40 at W. Houston St., Pier 66 at W. 26th St. Pier 84 at W. 44th St., and Pier 96 at W. 55th St.
Saturdays and Sundays from June 6 through September. Weather permitting.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
www.hudsonriverpark.org
You can enjoy the pleasures of the Hudson River with walkup kayaking programs for all ages and abilities. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets and instructions provided. All participants must sign a liability waiver and know how to swim. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult; paddlers under 16 must share a boat with an adult.
EXERCISE BEFORE SUNSET
PILATES IN THE PARK Free
The Plaza at 66th St. (Riverside Park South)
Tuesdays from June 2- Aug. 25
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Riverside Park Conservancy
zhen.heinemann@parks.nyc.gov
Instructor Melissa Ricci, CPT, PMA from Base Fitness® leads an hour-long multi-level Pilates class that will tone and balance your muscles, align your body, strengthen your core, and give you renewed energy! Bring your own mats.
SHAPE UP NYC
GET IN SHAPE FOR SUMMER Free
Various times and locations.
Shaping up has never been this easy! Shape Up NYC offers free fitness classes every week at dozens of locations across Manhattan – and the other four boroughs, too! Expert fitness instructors lead the classes and know how to make fitness fun. Class offerings are varied and include aerobics, yoga, Pilates and Zumba. Shape Up NYC is a free program and you do not need to be a member of a recreation center to attend a class, but you should bring a lock.
http://www.nycgovparks.org.
BEYOND THE POLE
Body and Pole Classes start at $25 for first visit. Packages available.
115 W. 27th St.
http://bodyandpole.com
212-334-6900
Body & Pole is the largest Pole Fitness and Aerial Dance studio in NYC, with over 9000 square feet of Poles, Aerial Fabric, Aerial Hoop and more. It boasts the largest Pole Fitness and Aerial Dance studio in NYC. This is an introduction to pole dance and all the basics. For clothing, make sure you can have the back of your knees exposed.
DANCING IN THE PARK
BRYANT PARK MOVES Free
Limon Dance Company
Bryant Park Lawn in Bryant Park
40th St, between 5th and 6th Aves.
Saturdays from June 6 through Sept. 26
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
www.limon.org
212-768-4242
Enjoy the joy of movement and the artistry of dance at these modern dance classes led by performers from the renowned Limon Dance Company, which is acclaimed for its dramatic expression, technical mastery and expansive, yet nuanced movement. The highly popular Bryant Park Moves program is in its fifth year, but the dances and styles are ever-changing and lots of fun. So bring your dancing shoes and gym clothes. Open to all levels and ages. No experience required. In New York City alone, the Limón Institute reaches close to 5,000 students annually through education programs (including Limón4Kids), classes and workshops.
HEALTH AND RACE WALKING
WALK, DON'T RUN Free
Central Park Conservancy
North Meadow Recreation Center, mid-Park at 97th St.
Saturday mornings. 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
http://www.centralparknyc.org
212-348-4867.
Moderate to brisk walks led by the NY Walkers Club for people 18 years and older of all abilities. It's a low-impact fitness program and is perfect for those who want to get in shape, build muscle tone, strength and increase cardiovascular health while enjoying Central Park's beautiful landscapes. No pre-registration required.
A WEEK OF DANCING AND FITNESS
NYC DANCE WEEK Free and discounted classes available
Various times and locations across the city
June 18 to June 27
www.nycdanceweek.org
NYC Dance Week is a project by Tendu Inc, organized for charitable and educational purposes, to promote diversity of dance in New York City. The organization provides free dance, fitness and wellness classes by partnering with some 40 local dance and fitness studios for the 10-day fitness fest. during NYC Dance Week and offers performance/showcase opportunities for emerging dance entities helping them gain exposure in the community through its NYC10 project. The program demonstrates how all dance genres benefit mind, body and spirit. Registration required.
FRIDAY NIGHT SWINGS
THE GOLF CLUB AT CHELSEA PIERS $40
Pier 59 – 18th St. and Hudson River Place
DATE. TIME
www.chelseapiers.com
(212) 336-6400
Grab a glass and a golf club for a night at the driving range. Meet new golfers and mingle. A top teaching pro will be on hand to help you with your swing. You can RSVP at the website and check back later for future dates.