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Redwood City

Older Adults

Event: Fitness Room
Date:  Monday- Friday 8 AM- 8:30 PM, Tuesday 8 AM – 5 PM
Location:  Senior Center 1455 Madison Avenue Redwood City
Description: Drop-in for a self-led workout and be surrounded by motivated individuals. The fitness room offers a range of exercise machines, including treadmills and bicycles, and free weights. For more information call (650) 823-1225 or visit the Fitness and Wellness page. Cost: $50 annually with senior discount

Event: Fitness Center
Date: Mon/Weds/Friday 2– 3:30 PM and Tues/Thurs 12:30PM- 2:30 PM
Location:  YMCA Wellness Center Redwood City 1445 Hudson Street, Redwood City
Description: Join other motivated individuals at the center to create your own workout or attend classes led by trained instructors. The wellness center offers strength training and cardiovascular equipment and a free weights room. Visit their website or call (650) 368-4168 for more information.                                                                                                 Cost: Financial assistance is available

Adults

Event: Gym and Fitness Center
Date:  Monday 7:30 AM – 10 PM and Saturday 8 AM- 5 PM
Location:  Red Morton Community Center 1120 Roosevelt Ave, Redwood City
Description: Build your own work out and find motivation in other individuals exercising. The gym offers a range of exercise machines, including treadmills and bicycles, and free weights. For more information visit their website  or call (650) 780-7311.                                                   Cost: $5 first visit; $25 monthly pass

Event: Fitness Center
Date: see website for times
Location:  YMCA Wellness Center Redwood City 1445 Hudson Street, Redwood City
Description: Join other motivated individuals at the center to create your own workout or attend classes led by trained instructors. The wellness center offers strength training and cardiovascular equipment and a free weights room. Visit their website or call (650) 368-4168 for more information.                                                                                                 Cost: Financial assistance is available

Event: Living Strong Living Well™  
Date: 1/24/18- 4/18/18 Mon and Weds 1:45 PM- 3 PM
Location:  YMCA Wellness Center, 1445 Hudson Street, Redwood City
Description: A 12-week strength and fitness program for adults cancer survivors. Improve your physical ability and quality of life in the support of other motivated individuals. Visit their website or call (650) 368-4168 for more information.                                                                                       Cost: free for cancer survivors, includes free YMCA membership

Event: Edgewood Park Nature Walks
Date: seasonal
Location: Meet at the Education Center, 10 Old Stage Coach Road, Redwood City
Description: Walking outdoors is a great way to exercise and enjoy nature. Join this walking group, bring your family, and learn about wildflowers, birds and the biodiversity of the park. Visit the park website for more information on dates/times and what to bring for the walk. If you have questions, email docent-coordinator@friendsofedgewood.org.   Cost: free

Event: ZUMBA
Date: Mondays 4-5 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City
Description: Zumba dance is a fitness program that involves cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility. Participants follow a choreography which incorporates Latin Rhythms, Cumbia Electrónica, Dance, and Electro-Tribal. Exercise while learning new dance and music styles. For more information visit the website or call (650) 780-7500.  Cost: $2 per class; free with a diabetes diagnosis from doctor

Event: ZUMBA
Date: Mondays 7-8 PM
Location: Police Activities League, 3399 Bay Road, Redwood City
Description: Zumba dance is a fitness program that involves cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility. Participants follow a choreography which incorporates Latin Rhythms, Cumbia Electrónica, Dance, and Electro-Tribal. Exercise while learning new dance and music styles. For more information visit the website or call (650) 678-7826.  Cost: $5 per class

Event: Yoga
Date:  Ongoing
Location:  Circulo Cultural, 3399 Bay Rd, Redwood City
Description: It’s a form of exercise that uses physical, mental, and spiritual practices to gain body balance and build muscle strength. The relaxation techniques in yoga can help improve health. For more information, visit the website or call (650) 362-3844.                                                           Cost: scholarships available

Event: Folkloric Dance
Date:  Ongoing
Location:  Circulo Cultural, 3399 Bay Rd, Redwood City
Description: This form of dance uses movement and music to teach discipline and self-confidence while building cultural awareness. This is a fun way to exercise in group and learn ballet techniques such as pointed toes, and choreography. For more information, visit the website or call (650) 362-3844.                                                                                         Cost: scholarships available

Children and Youth

Event: Swimming
Date:  see schedule of classes
Location:  King’s Swim Academy, 1315 Madison Avenue, Redwood City
Description: Knowing how to swim is a life saving skill. Children learn to enjoy the water and exercise in a clean and safe environment. It also provides an opportunity for parents to be physically active with their young ones. Visit their website or call (650) 349-7946.                         Cost: free for 5-6 month olds

Event: Tae Kwan-Do
Date:  Ongoing
Location:  Circulo Cultural 3399 Bay Rd, Redwood City
Description: This sport provides a structured and fun way for youth to exercise and build character. The sport combines self-defense and fighting techniques. Do you have more questions? Visit their website or call (650) 362-3844.                                                                                   Cost: scholarships available

Event: Ballet
Date:  Ongoing
Location:  Circulo Cultural 3399 Bay Rd, Redwood City
Description: This form of dance supports muscle building and agility and teaches youth discipline and coordination. It is a fun way to exercise in a group. For more information, visit the website or call (650) 362-3844. Cost: scholarships available

Event: Gym and Fitness Center
Date:  Monday 7:30 AM – 10 PM and Saturday 8 AM- 5 PM
Location:  Red Morton Community Center 1120 Roosevelt Ave, Redwood City
Description: Build strong muscles and create your own workout. The fitness center offers the latest models of exercise machines and free weights bench press. The gym is multi-purpose and can be used for your badminton, volleyball or basketball practice or group matches. Do you have more questions? Visit their website or call (650) 780-7311.           Cost: $1drop-in; $40 annual pass

Summer and Fall Activities for Youth

Event: Baseball
Date:  June 2018 – August 2018
Location:  Redwood City Junior Giants League 3399 Bay Rd, Redwood City
Description: A fun way for youth to exercise while building confidence, integrity, leadership, and teamwork. League practice and games are held twice a week. Do you have more questions? Visit the program’s website or call (650) 556-1651.                                                                               Cost: free, includes uniform and equipment

Event: AYSO Soccer
Date:  Fall 2018
Location:  1017 El Camino Real #313, Redwood City
Description: A fun way for youth to improve health and muscle tone. This team sport teaches the value of working together to problem solve and overcome challenges for a common goal. For more information, visit the program’s website or call (650) 556-1651.                                               Cost: $160 per season, includes uniform and trophies

For other classes visit the Redwood City Parks and Recreation website.