Gym memberships in D.C. are mega expensive. Luckily, Onose Ijewere of the HighVibeDC Instagram gave us the inside scoop on how to get fit for FREE in D.C. Whether you want to run a marathon or just do yoga in the park, there is something for everyone.
🏃 Running Clubs:
- DC Run Crew: Free weekly HIIT and running workouts at the Banneker Track.
- Pacers Social Runs: D.C.’s Pacers locations offer weekly 3-, 5-, and 7-mile runs, in addition to a 2-mile walk.
- City Girls Who Walk: Maybe you’re not ready for running quite yet. Warm up with these social walks around the city.
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💃 Yoga/Dance Classes:
- Union Market Community Yoga: These free outdoor yoga classes happen at Union Market four to five times a week throughout the summer.
- FreeStyle DansFit: This dance fitness class happens on Tuesdays & Thursdays at the Marie Reed Community Center and on Saturdays at the Howard Theatre.
- SKY Breathwork: Meditation and breathwork courses are free to all D.C. residents.
- FITDC Yoga: This only happens in the summer months, but FITDC hosts free outdoor yoga classes at different locations around D.C.
🥾 Hiking Clubs:
- The Hike Crew: A Black social hiking group for beginners. Hikes range from 3 to 5 miles.
- Honeydipped Hikers: A free social hiking club for women of color, based in Silver Spring.
- Capital Hiking Club: This group organizes four to six hiking expeditions in the DMV area per month, with an emphasis on ecological preservation.
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