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 winter programs.
Registration opens on Dec. 5 at. 10 a.m. for city of Milwaukee residents and Dec. 12 at 10 a.m. for non-residents.
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, Thursdays, and Saturdays from Jan. 14 - March 22. 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). Click here to find a list of winter walk locations.
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, Jan. 13 - March 19: 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, Jan. 31 - March 21: Beulah Brinton (10:45-11:30 a.m.)
- Tuesdays, Jan. 21 - March 25: Hawthorn Glen (5:15-6 p.m.)
- Tuesdays, Jan. 14 - March 18: Tiefenthaler Park (10-11 a.m.)
Functional Strength Training
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, Jan. 18 - March 18: Beulah Brinton (8:30-9:30 a.m.)
- Thursdays, Jan. 30 - March 20: Beulah Brinton (8:30-9:30 a.m.)
Community Bike Rides - Polar Pedalers
Discover the joy of group bike rides on Milwaukee’s Oak Leaf Trail this winter! Ride includes a 90-minute group ride on bike trails led by our ride leaders. Rides are suitable for beginners, will have multiple stops for breaks, and pace will be adjusted so everyone can talk comfortably while riding.
Sign up on our online registration portal here.
- Mondays, Jan. 13 - March 17: Estabrook Park (10-11:30 a.m.)
- Wednesdays, Jan. 15 - March 19: Hart Park (10-11:30 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, Jan. 22 - Feb. 26: OASIS (6-8 p.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, Jan. 18 - March 22: Urban Ecology Riverside Park (9:30-10:30 a.m.)
- Sundays, Jan. 19 - March 23: South Shore Park (8:30-9:30 a.m.)
Glow with the Flow Yoga
This invigorating and upbeat flow yoga class will combine breath work and movement of the body. Black lights, glow sticks and a lively playlist will help set the mood! Join the party and Glow with the Flow!
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Wednesday, Jan. 22: Beulah Brinton (6-7 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, Jan. 13 - March 3: North Division (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!
- Wednesdays, Jan. 22 - March 12: MacDowell (4:30-5:30 p.m.)
E.P.U.'s Public Safety for Kids
This Public Safety for Kids course is designed to teach young children about important safety topics to help them stay safe in various situations. The course will cover essential skills and knowledge to promote personal safety, home safety, and community safety.
Sign up for this free class on our online registration portal here!
- Saturdays, Jan. 25 - March 15: MacDowell (12-1 p.m.)
Breastfeeding Preparedness with Mood
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, Jan. 10, Jan. 24, Feb. 7, Feb. 21, March 7: OASIS (12:30-2 p.m.)
- Mondays, Jan. 13, Jan. 27, Feb. 10, Feb. 24, March 10, March 24: Washington (5:30-7 p.m.)
Wild Knowing Wellness
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, Jan. 11, March 1, March 29: Hawthorn Glen (10-11:30 a.m.)
A Piece of Peace Workshop
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, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, March 15: Beulah Brinton (6-7 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, Jan. 11 - March 1: MacDowell (1:30-2:30 p.m.)