Hey yogis, cyclists, walkers, hikers and dancers.Β Burn off some holiday cheer with some free fitness this month.
New Year; New You: Yoga
Flow through your morning with a freeΒ Bhakti yoga class at La Encantada.Β
When:Β Sunday, Jan. 12, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Lululemon Tucson at La Encantada, 2905 E. Skyline Dr.
Cost: Free, bring your mat
More information here.Β
Ride to Remember and Renew
Start your new year with a bike ride around town. Meet at 8:45 a.m. at St. Philip's Plaza and finish up at Mercado San Agustin and Mission Garden.
Where:Β St Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
When:Β Saturday, Jan. 11, 8:30 a.m. to noon
Cost: Free, bring your helmet
More information here.Β Β
Sunday Stroll and Roll
Bring your running shoes, baby stroller, wheelchair, roller skates or your bike to Stroll and Roll. Cruise along the CDO Wash from Shannon and Magee south on the paved, almost flat trail to Thornydale.Β
Where:Β CaΓ±ada del Oro Christina-Taylor Green Memorial River Park, N. Shannon Road
When:Β Saturday, Jan. 11, 9 a.m. to noon
Cost:Β Free, the entire route is 3.1 miles
More information here.
The Core Fitness Sampler with Athleta
Take a free day of fitness at La Encantada mall. This Beyond Tucson series starts with body weight strength training, followed by yoga story adventure (ages 3-7) and ends with an all-levels yoga class. Each class starts at a different time so you can choose what fits your schedule the best.
Where:Β La Encantada,Β 2905 E. Skyline Drive
When:Β Saturday, Jan. 11, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost:Β Free, registration requiredΒ
More informationΒ here.Β
Arizona Trail Hike or Ride in Vail
Experience the beauty of nature as you hike, mountain bike, or horseback ride along a spectacular piece of the Arizona national scenic trail.
Where:Β Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead
When:Β Saturday, Jan. 11, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information here.Β
Dance Fitness Fest
Put your dancey pants on and join a class blending dance with pilates, yoga, kickboxing and strength training. This 55-minute class will have you moving, sweating and burning up to 800 calories.
Where:Β St Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
When:Β Saturday, Jan. 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free, wear comfortable shoes and bring a water
More information here.Β
Walk with a Doc at Rillito River Park
Exercise your heart and your mind and walk with a doc. Physicians and other local residents looking to improve their health will start the 1 to 2 mile course at the Swan Bridge parking lot, south bank. Walkers getΒ a free heart-healthy snack and t-shirt!
Where:Β Rillito River Park
When:Β Saturday, Jan. 11, 8-11 a.m.
Cost: Free, the walk is aΒ 1 to 2 mile course. Sign-in at the Ramada, east of Swan Bridge on the south bank.
More information here.Β
Bike Scavenger Hunt
Join Sabino Cycles bike scavenger hunt! Teams of 3-4 will ride around town looking for the items on the list, take a photo with each item you find. The team with the most items found will win a prize.
The scavenger hunt will start promptly at 9:15 a.m., arrive at 9 a.m. to gather your team, get the list of items you are looking for and to go over the rules.
Where:Β Brandi Fenton Memorial Park (by visitor center, River Road entrance)
When:Β Sunday, Jan. 19, 9:15 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information here.Β
Preschool Storytime: Yoga Poses + "Where the Wild Things Are"
Enjoy yoga poses while following the storyline of "Where the Wild Things Are." Learn the yogi pokey, wild thing, Max pose, Max's dog poses and more. All family members and adults of children attending storytime are welcome to participate, no yoga experience needed.Β
Where:Β Nanini Library, 7300 N. Shannon Road
When:Β Thursday, Jan. 23, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Cost: Free, ages 3-5 and their families.Β No registration is required.Β Yoga mats or chairs will be provided. You can bring your own mat, if you prefer.Β
More information here.Β
Wednesday Night Yoga
Enjoy a free yoga class at the Summit Hut. Bring your mat and water.Β
Where:Β Summit Hut,Β 5251 E. Speedway Blvd.
When:Β Wednesday, Jan. 29, 6-7 p.m.
Cost:Β Free
More information here.Β
