Adults in lunge pose during a yoga class

Fitness

We offer a wide variety of classes to help you stay active and healthy. Our fitness variety classes give you a sampling of diverse workouts incorporating weights, step, cardio, body bars and stability balls. TRX classes help you increase strength and balance, dance classes provide a fun way to work out and yoga classes help you with flexibility, balance and relaxation. And when you need to really relax, check out our sound healing crystal bowls classes.

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Get moving with us!

Ready to feel your best? Our expert instructors offer a variety of fun, effective fitness classes for all ages and levels. Whether you’re aiming to get stronger, reduce stress, or stay active, we’re here to help you reach your goals in a supportive, energizing environment.

Classes are available in-person at the Eastside Community Center, Callahan Community Center and Civic Center, as well as virtually—so you can stay fit wherever it works best for you. Here is a sampling of what we offer each season:

Dance classes
  • WERQ
  • Jukebox Dance Fitness
Fitness Variety
  • Easy-B-Fit
  • Lunchtime Fitness Buffet
  • Shape and Tone
  • Mid Week Step Moves
Fitness for 50+
  • Easy B-Fit
  • Cardio Silver
TRX
Yoga
  • Yoga for Bone Health
  • Flow Yoga
  • Relax & Renew Stretch Yoga
  • Candlelight Yoga
  • Gentle Yoga/Chair Optional
  • Beginning Yoga
Crystal Bowl Sound Healing
Virtual Fitness

Take these classes on Zoom:

  • Zen-Yo Tone
  • Shape and Tone
  • Yoga for Bone Health 
  • Flow Yoga

 

Try before you buy!

Want to try a fitness class but you’re not sure if it’s right for you? No problem! Walk in and try any class for a small fee. If you like the class and want to join, the walk-in fee will be deducted from the registration fee. It’s that easy! Walk-Ins are great for people who may not be able to come to every class session but want to participate in a few.

Walk-In fees
  • Fitness Variety: $8
  • Yoga: $13
  • Chair Yoga: $7
  • Crystal Bowls: $23

Note: due to limited space, we are unable to take walk-ins for TRX.

Which class is right for your fitness level?

Not sure where to start: This guide will help you find the class that’s right for you.

  • Easy: Suitable for all levels; beginner friendly
  • Easy/Intermediate: Beginner friendly; Moves can be modified for a more challenging workout
  • Intermediate: Workout with a faster pace and increased intensity
  • Intermediate/Advanced: For those looking for increased intensity
  • Advanced: A more challenging workout for experienced fitness enthusiasts

Explore our Fitness classes

Crystal Bowls Sound HealingFitness VarietyOutdoor FitnessVirtual FitnessPilatesTRXYogaVirtual Yoga

Crystal Bowls Sound Healing

Crystal Bowls

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Crystal Bowls
About Program
Relax and rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit with the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls. Enjoy the physical and mental experience while listening to the crystal bowl sound vibrations. Feel free to bring a pillow, blanket & yoga mat if you would like to be on the floor. Chairs are available for those wanting to be seated. Instructor: Mike McGuigan
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Fitness Variety

Outdoor Fitness

Virtual Fitness

Flow Yoga

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Flow Yoga
About Program
level- intermediate FLow yoga combines the ancient practice of Hatha/Vini yoga, along with breathing to flow from pose to pose. See improvement in strength, flexibility, balance, and mental clarity. Please bring a towel and mat. Kathy F. instructor No class on 9/07 & 10/12
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Yoga for Bone Health

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Yoga for Bone Health
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level-easy Osteoporosis is a serious disease, which can lead to bone fractures due to low bone density. Learn to do yoga safely and strengthen bones without endangering joints. A must for people with low bone density. Kathy F. instructor No class 9/07and 10/12
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Pilates

Pilates

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Pilates
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level -easy/intermediate. Join this mind/body exercise class & improve your strength, flexibility, posture & balance, all while toning your core! Start date is 10/21. Instructor- Jenn C.
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TRX

TRX

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TRX
About Program
level intermediate/advanced. If you are looking for cardio, look elsewhere because this is nothing but total resistance exercises! Use your own body weight with TRX suspension to push your strength to greater levels. This class is not a beginner TRX -level class. TRX cannot be used as a make-up class for other classes. Sorry, no walk-ins for TRX. Space is limited. Instructor- Mary B. No class 9/07 & 10/12.
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TRX Lite

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TRX Lite
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level-beginner/intermediate. Learn basic TRX exercises to increase strength, balance and core building. This class benefits all fitness levels. Good for people with osteoporosis. TRX cannot be used as a make-up class for other classes. Sorry, no walk-ins for TRX. Space is limited. Instructor Kathy F. on Thursday. Mo M. om Wednesday. No class 11/26.
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Yoga

Virtual Yoga

Flow Yoga

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Flow Yoga
About Program
level- intermediate FLow yoga combines the ancient practice of Hatha/Vini yoga, along with breathing to flow from pose to pose. See improvement in strength, flexibility, balance, and mental clarity. Please bring a towel and mat. Kathy F. instructor No class on 9/07 & 10/12
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Yoga for Bone Health

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Yoga for Bone Health
About Program
level-easy Osteoporosis is a serious disease, which can lead to bone fractures due to low bone density. Learn to do yoga safely and strengthen bones without endangering joints. A must for people with low bone density. Kathy F. instructor No class 9/07and 10/12
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Helpful tips

    Walk-in and try a class

    Walk in and try our fitness classes for a small fee. If you decide to join, the fee will be deducted from the registration fee.

    Equipment

    Bring a water bottle. You will need to bring a towel and yoga mat for our yoga classes.

    TRX

    Due to limited space, we are unable to take walk-ins for our TRX classes.

    Stay Updated

    Text “Follow #fitness” to 630-879-5235 to receive updates about fitness programs.

Register for Fitness classes

Here’s a seasonal snapshot of Batavia Park District’s favorite fitness programs.

Spring

April - May
Fitness

Registration for spring programs opens in November

Summer

June - August
Fitness

Registration for summer programs opens in April

Fall

September - December
Fitness

Registration for fall programs opens in July

Winter

January - March
Fitness

Registration for winter programs opens in November

Fitness Instructors

Our qualified fitness instructors are passionate about helping participants reach their weight loss or fitness goals. For questions about fitness programs, email Kathy Freedlund at KathyF@bataviaparks.org or use the contact form at the bottom of this page.

Kathy Freedlund, NETA

Recreation Supervisor - Fitness, Certified by Duke Center For Integrated Health and the Yoga & fitness Institute of Houston Texas
kathyf@bataviaparks.org 630-879-5235 ext. 2012

Mary Baffes, NETA

Fitness Instructor

Maureen McGee, NETA

Fitness Instructor
maureenm@bataviaparks.org

Contact Us

Fill out the form or use the contact information below for more information about our fitness programs.

Kathy Freedlund, NETA

Recreation Supervisor - Fitness, Certified by Duke Center For Integrated Health and the Yoga & fitness Institute of Houston Texas
630-879-5235 ext. 2012 kathyf@bataviaparks.org

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