Milwaukee Recreation provides free community wellness programs for ages 18 and up throughout the year! Activities are available to all community members throughout the city of Milwaukee. See below for a list of available spring programs.
MilWALKee Walking Club
Join our walking club and explore Milwaukee with us! Each week you will start at a local park or coffee shop, walk the roughly 3 miles, and end back at the same spot. The MilWALKee Walking Club meets on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from April 2 - June 6. Participants must register for individual sessions. Programs are available for ages 18 and up.
Sign up for each walk on our online registration portal here! Sign up for your preferred day of the week (participants do not need to come to each date). Find a list of spring locations here.
MilWALKee Walking Club - Indoor Edition!
Join our friends in the Lindsay Heights neighborhood for an indoor walk! Work up a sweat walking to get a cardio workout while meeting new people. Each week you can walk up to one hour in the hallways in a group setting.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Mondays & Wednesdays, April 7 - May 21: North Division (6-7 p.m.)
Yoga
Release some stress in your life with the calming ritual of yoga. Yoga is a lifestyle incorporating natural exercise, diet, proper breathing, relaxation, and meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. Individuals with medical conditions should be cleared by a physician prior to participation. Programs are available for ages 18 and up.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Fridays, April 4 - May 23: Beulah Brinton (10:45-11:30 a.m.)
- Tuesdays, April 1 - May 20: Tiefenthaler Park (10-11 a.m.)
- Tuesdays, April 1 - May 20: Hawthorn Glen (5:15-6 p.m.)
Fitness in the Park Zumba
Join us for a Zumba class in the park! Zumba is a fun and easy way to workout with routines that feature easy-to-follow dance steps synched to Latin music helping you tone and sculpt your body. Class is geared towards all fitness levels and suitable for beginners.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Tuesdays, April 1 - May 20: Burnham Playfield (6-7 p.m.)
Functional Strength Fitness
Functional fitness is a type of strength training that prepares your body for daily activities. These exercises equip you for important types of physical fitness, the kind that prepares you for real life like bending, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and squatting.
Sign up on our online registration portal here.
- Tuesdays, April 1 - May 20: Beulah Brinton (8:30-9:30 a.m.)
- Thursdays, April 3 - May 22: Beulah Brinton (8:30-9:30 a.m.)
Community Bike Rides
Sign up for any of our different bike ride options throughout the spring below.
Sunrise Meditation on the Lake
Join us for some relaxing guided meditation and mindful breathing exercises while enjoying the early morning sunrise over Lake Michigan. Please bring your own yoga mat and water.
Sign up on our online registration portal here.
- Fridays, May 2-30: Cupertino Park (7:30-8 a.m.)
Sunrise Yoga on the Lake
Join us for an outdoor yoga class that will take you through a series of poses and breath work while enjoying the early morning sunrise over Lake Michigan. Please bring your own yoga mat and water.
Sign up on our online registration portal here.
- Fridays, May 2-30: Cupertino Park (8-8:45 a.m.)
Nordic Walking for Beginners
Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles to enhance your natural walking experience. With a technique that is a cross between cross-country skiing and power walking, Nordic Walking is an efficient total body cardiovascular exercise that can be enjoyed by all ages & fitness levels. Class is geared towards beginners and poles will be provided.
Sign up for these free walks on our online registration portal here.
- Saturdays, April 5 - May 31: Urban Ecology Riverside Park (9:30-10:30 a.m.)
- Sundays, April 6 - June 1: South Shore Park (9:30-10:30 a.m.)
Health is Wealth: Cancer Survivorship Program
This program focuses on healthy eating and active living for cancer survivors and their caregivers. Our goal is to teach ways to live a healthy lifestyle to individuals and families with culturally tailored community education about the link between healthy eating and active living to reduce cancer risk. Class meets twice a week and consists of nutrition & healthy lifestyle education, healthy cooking demos, and physical activity.
Sign up on our online registration portal here.
- Mondays & Wednesdays, March 24 - May 14: OASIS (6-8 p.m.)
Sound Bath
Led by a skilled sound healer, you will be guided through a journey of sounds with melodic instruments. This class offers a transformative experience leaving you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and radiant. Bring something to lie on as this experience combines the healing power of sound with the tranquil ambiance of nature.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Mondays, March 31 - May 12: Hawthorn Glen (5:15-5:45 p.m.)
- Thursdays, April 3 - May 15: Marshall (5:15-5:45 p.m.)
- Wednesdays, March 26 - May 14: Washington (5:30-6:15 p.m.)
Restorative Yoga
Restorative yoga focuses on relaxation and gentle body opening through passive stretches. You may find yourself barely moving and engaging in only a few poses. This style of yoga offers a unique experience, emphasizing slowing down and relaxing. This class is perfect for any skill level.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Mondays, March 31 - May 12: North Division (6:45-7:45 p.m.)
- Tuesdays, April 1 - May 20: OASIS (3-4 p.m.)
- Tuesdays, April 1 - May 13: Andrew Douglas (6:45-7:45 p.m.)
- Wednesdays, April 2 - May 14: MacDowell (4:30-5:30 p.m.)
Forest Breathing
Self regulate with the power of the breath while enjoying the benefits of being submersed in the forest. We'll practice controlling the breath to ground our minds and body to harmonize with nature.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Thursdays, May 1-22: Hawthorn Glen (12-1 p.m.)
Breastfeeding Preparedness
Led by Mood Lactation Partners, this crash course is designed to help expectant parents prepare for a successful breastfeeding journey. Gain essential knowledge, practical tips, and expert guidance to confidently start and maintain breastfeeding.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Fridays, April 4 or May 2: OASIS (12:30-2 p.m.)
- Mondays, April 21 or May 19: Washington (5:30-7 p.m.)
Self-Rewilding
The natural world feeds our souls, enriches our senses, and teaches us essential skills: stillness, presence, open-heartedness. Re-wild yourself with this class that offers vivid images and poignant stories to map a path to a deeper relationship with the living world to enhance your well being.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Saturdays, April 26, May 3, or May 10: Hawthorn Glen (10 a.m. - 12 p.m.)
Creative Calm Wellness Series
Discover inner peace through fun, hands-on activities, such as making Chakra bracelets. This class is designed for teens and adults to explore mindfulness, creativity, and relaxation techniques, helping find balance and calm in your everyday life. No prior experience needed!
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Saturdays, April 2-30: Washington (5:30-6:30 p.m.)
Women's Wellness Warriors
This Women's Self Defense Class offers a comprehensive course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. The instructor will help you prepare yourself, have a plan, and build confidence throughout this series!
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Saturdays, March 29 - May 10: MacDowell (1:30-2:30 p.m.)
- Thursdays, April 3 - May 22: Andrew Douglas (6-7 p.m.)
Juicing for Joy
Juicing is a process used to extract the liquid from raw fruits and vegetables. In this immersive workshop we'll go over many of the amazing benefits of juicing. You'll leave with basic knowledge on how to get started creating vibrant, colorful, and nutrient packed juices all on your own!
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Saturdays, March 29, April 5, or May 3: Hamilton (2-4 p.m.)
Hip Hop Step Aerobics
Step up your fitness game! This high-energy class combines step aerobics with hip-hop music for a fun, full body cardio workout. Bring your energy!
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Tuesdays, April 1 - May 13: Andrew Douglas (5:30-6:30 p.m.)
Flow & Flex Deep Stretch Class
Unwind and restore in this relaxing deep stretch class. Move through gentle poses to release tension, improve flexibility, and calm the mind. Perfect for all levels seeking balance and renewal.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Mondays, March 31 - May 12: North Division (5:30-6:30 p.m.)