Sweater weather doesn’t mean your outdoor workouts have to stop. New York’s free fitness scene is staying active well into autumn, and Midtown Fit is making it easy to trade the gym for the open air.
Presented by the 34th Street Partnership, this free outdoor workout series brings accessible classes to Herald Square Park and Greeley Square Park. Whether you want a high-energy workout after work or a gentle midday stretch, there is something for every age and ability level.
Here are the free outdoor classes you can join in Midtown this fall:
Free outdoor classes happening in Midtown
Hoop Jam
Add some playfulness to your weekday routine with a fun hula hooping session in the park. Hosted in collaboration with Big Apple Hooping, this lively class is open to all skill levels.
- When: Every Monday, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. (running through October 19)
- Where: Herald Square Park
- Registration: No registration required—just show up!
Martial Arts
Burn off workday stress with a high-energy mix of boxing, Muay Thai, and kickboxing. It is an action-packed, full-body workout right in the center of Midtown.
- When: Tuesdays, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. (running through September 24)
- Where: Herald Square Park
- Registration: Registration required.
Chair Yoga
Looking for a gentle, grounding practice during your lunch hour? Step into the park for an all-levels yoga session that guides participants through mindful poses and stretches using a chair for support.
- When: Wednesdays, 11 a.m. – noon (running through October 14)
- Where: Greeley Square Park
- Registration: Registration recommended.