Fort Wayne Parks Expands Summer 2026 Group Fitness Classes at City Facilities

Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation opened registration for its summer group exercise classes on July 1 at two main council-run sites.

City data shows adult participation in public fitness programs rose 22 percent between 2024 and 2025, driven by residents seeking lower-cost alternatives to private gyms amid steady demand in neighborhoods such as West Central and North Anthony.

The Jefferson Community Center on West Jefferson Boulevard offers morning yoga and evening Zumba sessions four days a week. Salomon Farm Park on North Clinton Street runs HIIT and balance classes on its covered pavilion three mornings each week, drawing walkers from the adjacent trail network.

Class options and weekly schedules

Jefferson Community Center classes run Monday through Thursday at 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., with an added Saturday core-strength session at 9 a.m. Salomon Farm Park holds its sessions Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 8 a.m., each lasting 45 minutes. Both locations limit groups to 18 participants to maintain spacing on indoor and covered floors.

Drop-in fees stand at $6 per class. A 10-visit punch card costs $50 and covers any session at either site. The department recorded 487 total sign-ups for July classes as of July 8.

Registration steps and next sessions

Residents can register through the city’s online portal at fortwayneparks.org or in person at the Parks administrative office at 705 East State Boulevard. Walk-up spots remain available for most weekday classes until the 18-person cap fills. New participants receive a printed schedule and waiver form at check-in.

City staff advise arriving 10 minutes early for the first visit to complete paperwork and meet the instructor. Updated class lists post each Monday on the department website and at the front desk of both facilities.