FREE Exercise Classes in Chicago

It doesn’t need to cost money to exercise.  Chicago offers plenty of options for its residents to get fit for free.   Check out the suggestions below to find the ones that appeal to you.

Chicago Park District – free fitness week ( January 2-12, 2014)

Chicago Park District offers an annual free fitness week with an open admission to fitness centers, selected fitness classes and lap swim session.  Free fitness classes are offered on a first-come first-served basis to the capacity of each class.   For more information and to sign up for free classes, please visithttp://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/free-fitness-week/

Chicago Department of Public Health

Chicago Department of Public Health offers free low impact aerobic dance classes for all ages and fitness levels.   The classes are offered at multiple locations.   Upon arrival to the selected location, please let the front desk know you are there for a free class in order to get your pass and get directed to the class.  For the schedule and a list of locations, please visithttp://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/cdph/provdrs/healthychicago/svcs/find_free_exerciseclass.html

Millennium Park

For those who enjoy being outdoors in the summer, Millennium Park offers free workouts from early June through early September, generally held in the morning hours, that include yoga, tai chi, zumba, and pilates.  For those who enjoy being outdoors in the winter and like to ice skate, the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink offers free entrance from mid-November through March 9, 2014, weather permitting.   For more information, please visithttp://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/millennium_park_-upcomingevents.html

Community Health Clinic

This free clinic on the west side of Chicago offers free zumba, yoga and healthy mind and body relaxation classes not only for their patients but also to the members of the community.  For more information please check out the website:http://www.communityhealth.org/health-wellness/#.UscjrbTJNO

Free Yoga Chicago

Free yoga classes are offered at many locations in Chicago.   For a schedule of yoga classes, please visit http://www.freeyogachicago.com/p/free-donation-class.html.   Please call the studio directly for more information regarding the class and to confirm time.

Free Fun Runs

Multiple stores that specialize in performance apparel offer free guided group outdoor runs in Chicago.  When the weather is safe for running, check out the following websites for their schedule of free fun runs: Athleta.com, Fleetfeet.com, Lululemon.com, Newbalance.com, Nike.com, Runningawaymultisport.com and Universalsole.com.

Have you tried and liked any free work outs before?   Do you know of any free work out opportunities in Chicago?  Please share your comments below; we’d love to hear from you.

Come and see us at Olivera Weight Management. We would be happy to help you get started with an exercise plan that works for you!