Wellness and education programs in parks for all ages start in September
WHEATON, Md. – Fall is the perfect time to try something new, get moving, and reconnect with the outdoors through Montgomery Parks’ Park Academy Series. This season’s lineup offers a wide range of classes and experiences, from Pilates and yoga to tree climbing for adults 55+ and tips for organizing and improving your iPhone photography collection. The fall session begins September 10, and registration opens August 10.
The Park Academy Series takes place in neighborhood parks to bring fitness, wellness, and learning close to home for participants. Programs are offered for all age groups and are held outdoors in local parks or in park activity buildings.
Park Academy Series Fall Highlights:
Yoga combines fun with flexibility:
Yoga classes are offered for all ages and at various times during the day, focusing on movement, breathwork, balance, flexibility, and mindfulness. Start early with Rise and Shine Flow Yoga, take a midday break with Midday Reset Yoga. There are also classes for toddlers and caregivers and older adults (55+)
Dance, Pound and Strengthen your Core:
Dance Fitness alternates between high- and low-intensity cardio dance moves designed to maximize your calorie-burning potential, release joy, tone muscle, improve heart health, and overall mood.
POUND Fitness uses lightly weighted Ripstix to combine music, movement, and stress relief, and incorporates Pilates and strength training.
Pilates Mat is a Level 1 class that blends traditional techniques for strengthening and toning with a modern twist.
Maximize your iPhone:
Do you love your iPhone but are still unsure about all its functionality? Then this series of classes is for you. Three separate classes will guide participants on how to protect their privacy and personal information, navigate the photo library, and declutter digital photos.
Climb to New Heights:
For the 55+ set, there is a Canopy Connection class where participants learn to climb a tree with professionals as a form of exercise. The hands-on course offers a unique opportunity to learn the basics of ropes, how to tie basic knots, proper techniques to ascend ropes, and safety equipment used for tree climbing.
Relax, break a sweat, stretch, or try something completely new this fall at Montgomery Parks.
Register:
For a complete list of Park Academy Series classes, including dates and times, visit the Park Academy webpage. There is a registration fee for the classes. To register for Park Academy Series classes and all Montgomery Parks activities, visit ActiveMontgomery and set up a free account to get started.
About Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks manages 417 parks and more than 37,000 acres of parkland. Our parks, programs, and facilities promote physical activity, social connection, and environmental stewardship. As part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Montgomery Parks is committed to creating equitable, inclusive, and accessible park experiences. M-NCPPC has been stewarding public lands since 1927 and has been nationally recognized for its high-quality parks and recreation services.
Accessibility at Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Program Access Office at 301-495-2581 (Voice/TTY), MD Relay 7-1-1 or 800-552-7724 or ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org to request a disability modification. Visit Montgomery Parks Program Access for more information.
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