'Fit in the Park' Free Exercise Classes Kick off Wednesday

CROTON-ON-HUDSON, NY — A new, free summer workout series called 'Fit in the Park' kicks off Wednesday at Croton Point Park.

The free outdoor barre workout classes are open to any level of fitness and will take place throughout the summer at Croton Point and Glen Island Park in New Rochelle.

It's a collaborative effort as Westchester Parks Foundation joins forces with Xtend Barre and two NewYork-Presbyterian hospitals.

"With so many people working from home the past year, we decided to continue our fitness offerings in the park with a super-energizing workout that is great for everyone at all fitness levels," said Christine LaPorta, deputy director of Westchester Parks Foundation. "We are thrilled to team up with Xtend Barre to bring their popular workouts to popular parks in Westchester County so all residents can destress, re-focus, and re-charge."

The classes will be low-impact, cardio-infused, and high-energy, said Jennifer Cordiner, director of training for Xtend Barre.

Fit in the Park is sponsored by NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital.

Participants must register in advance and bring their own individual mats or towels. No other equipment is necessary, but participants can bring weights or resistances bands to utilize.

Participants will be asked to follow the park rules regarding masks and social distancing protocols and will be asked to space mats 6 feet apart. The series will take place from 5:45 -7 p.m. on the following dates:

• June 23 – Croton Point Park in Croton
• July 14 – Glen Island Park in New Rochelle
• August 11 – Croton Point Park in Croton
• September 8 – Glen Island Park in New Rochelle
• October 6 – Croton Point Park in Croton

In the event of rain cancellations, participants will be notified of rain dates.

For more information go here.