Here at Indy Parks, we know that many of us celebrate the start of a new year by looking ahead and creating goals for ourselves to make sure that the upcoming year is a good one. Indy Parks’ vision is healthier lives, inspiring experiences, and vibrant communities and our programming revolves around that vision, meaning that Indy Parks may have the perfect program to help you reach your 2025 goals.
If your goal is centered around health and fitness you may want to try…
Personal Training at Krannert Park
Times, dates, and prices vary depending on participant’s needs
Take a visit to Krannert Park to meet up with Personal Trainer AJ in the parks’ beautiful new gym! Participants can schedule single sessions or multiple sessions per week, allowing you to pick a schedule that works best for you. Prices range from $25 for one 30 minute session to $55 for three 30 minute sessions per week. Learn more about personal training options.
Women’s Boxing at Riverside Park
Wednesdays, Jan 8 – April 9 | 6 – 7:30pm | Free
Former world heavyweight champion Lamon Brewster will lead a group of women in developing skills of empowerment, self-defense, strength, focus, fitness, and flexibility. Learn more about women’s boxing at Riverside Park.
Indy in Motion
Indy in Motion is a partnership between Indy Parks, the Marion County Health Department, and other community organizations to provide free, total-fitness classes to Indianapolis residents. Join in on the fun with any of these classes to help you reach your goal of moving your body more!
Garfield Park
Strength yoga: Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Aerobic Step: Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Krannert Park
Aerobic Step: Mondays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Strength and Cardio: Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Yoga: Tuesdays, 6-7pm
Rhodius Park
Zumba: Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Washington Park
Total body conditioning: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Weight Rooms
If you’re looking to get more movement in your day but aren’t interested in or can’t make it to any of our fitness programs, you can always come to the weight rooms at Krannert Park, Riverside Park, Thatcher Park, or Frederick Douglass Park.
There’s also lots of other fitness programs at Indy parks. View Indy Parks health and wellness offerings.
If your New Years’ Resolution involves learning a new skill, you may want to try…
Adult Arts and Crafts: Crochet at Broad Ripple Park
Various dates and times | $11
Learn the basics of crochet stitches and how to read a pattern. This is a standalone class, but you are welcome to come back with your own project to work on. Learn more and register for adult crochet classes.
Adult Sewing Basics at Broad Ripple Park
Various dates and times | $20
Learn how to make your own clothing from cutting to completed construction. This class is for anyone 17 and older. Machines are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Learn more and register for adult sewing lessons.
Intro to Archery at Krannert Park
January 22 – Feb 12 | Wednesdays 6 – 6:45pm | $40
Join our certified instructors and learn the fundamentals of archery in a safe and spacious indoor environment. Learn more and register for intro to archery.
If your New Year’s Resolution is to read and/or learn more…
Natural History Book Club at Holliday Park
One Friday each month| 10-11:30am | Free
This monthly program offers adults a chance to learn about nature and environmental issues through the words of different nature authors. Learn more about Natural History Book Club.
Thoreau & Walden Study Group at Holliday Park
2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month | 10 – 11:30am | Free
Take part in examining the deeper aspects of Henry David Thoreau’s Walden and explore its significance for today’s rapidly changing world. Written over 150 years ago, this powerful statement about the environment, society, and the spiritual world continues to challenge us today. Tom Potter, immediate past-president of the International Thoreau Society, will be guiding our review of this and more of Thoreau’s works. Learn more about the study group.
Writing Workshop: Parula Session at Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center
Sundays, March 23 – April 13 | 4:30 – 7pm | $30
The Nature Writing Workshop is a series for any creative looking to hone their craft and build community, all within Eagle Creek Park’s lush and inspiring environment. Hosted at the Ornithology Center, attendees can expect to explore and discuss examples of nature writing including poetry, essays, and stories, as well as develop their own writing skills. Each workshop will give writers the opportunity to share, give, & receive constructive feedback from their peers if desired. Learn more and register for the writing workshop.
