How to Exercise for Free in NYC

Exercise is a great way to improve one’s physical appearance, maintain health and improve your mental outlook. Exercise classes could vary in price and be very costly. This could be discouraging to someone who is beginning, developing or simply exploring an exercise routine. If you live in NYC exercise doesn’t have to be dull or expensive. Here are some budget friendly ways to exercise for free in NYC.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Comfortable Clothing
• Internet

1. NYC Parks & Recreation:
   The city’s parks department offers many free exercise classes, activities, programs and events in local parks throughout the NYC five boroughs. There are also various budget friendly recreation centers city wide. Look in the resources section for links.

2. Local Community Centers and Organizations:
   Local Community Centers offer a variety of group exercise classes with detailed instruction for free to members of the community. Classes could be held in various public schools buildings and parks. Pre-Registration is often required.

3. Library:
   Check your local library for information on group exercise classes and workshops. Information could be posted on bulletin boards or library web sites.

4. Museums:
   Check museum web sites for information on classes and special events. These events could range from dance classes to a fitness series.

5. Online Message Boards & Groups:
   Searching online message boards or joining groups are a great way of finding free events that are taking place throughout the NYC area. This could be a great way of meeting new people for motivation and exchanging information.

6. Local Community Papers:
   Local gyms offer free trial fitness memberships for new visitors. This gives you an opportunity to compare facilities. Check all local community papers for free fitness club offers in your area that might be of interest.

Tips & Warnings

• Wear comfortable clothing.
• Check various web sites and compare results.
• Always check with your doctor for clearance before engaging in a physical exercise routine.

Resources

• Exercise
• Yoga & Tai Chi Classes
• NYC Parks
• Free Dance NYC

[vintage]

on 9/7/2009 great article, i should check some out

[karileighk]

on 7/10/2009 What wonderful steps. Checking online is a good idea for everyone I think.