group exercise class

The Skokie Park District offers a variety of fitness classes for all ages and abilities. Classes vary by season but include strength training, yoga, pilates, mind-body, and dance-fitness. Separate drop-in group exercise and spinning classes are included in all Fitness First memberships; a full schedule can be found here.

Specialized senior fitness classes are located at the Oakton Community Center and can be found through our Active Adults program.

info-icon2 Jennie Bever at JBever@SkokieParks.org

Please note that while classes may display below as available, registration does not open until the following dates:
•  Winter: December 15 for residents, December 22 for non-residents
•  Spring: March 15 for residents, March 22 for non-residents
•  Summer: May 15 for residents, May 22 for non-residents
•  Fall: August 15 for residents, August 22 for non-residents

Group Exercise classes requiring reservations
Click here to make a Group Exercise or Live Stream class reservation.

 

Mini Marshmallow 3K

Join us for our Winter youth race around Laramie Park! Stay warm with hot cocoa and marshmallows. Participants will receive a t-shirt, goodie bag and finisher medals. Participation Age: 6-13.
Mini Marshmallow 3K
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/6
6:00 pm- 8:00 pm
AGES
6 - 13
LOCATION
Laramie Park
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$20.00 / $25.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Mat Pilates

Work the deeper muscles to achieve efficient and graceful movement, improve alignment and breathing, and increase body awareness. Pilates delivers simultaneous stretching and strengthening in a non-impact, balanced system of body/mind exercise. Instructor: Kathy Corrigan. Price - Fitness First Members $14 per class Non-members $18 per class.
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/3
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/5
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/8
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/10
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/12
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/15
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/17
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/19
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/22
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/24
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/26
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/29
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/1
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/3
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/6
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/8
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/10
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/13
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/15
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/31
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/17
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/28
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/1
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Mat Pilates
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/17
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$14.00 / $18.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Pilates Studio Small Group

Class includes work on Brand New Reformers, Chair, Pilates Arc, Mat and more! Improve balance, flexibility, and strength while building core muscles.
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/11
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/18
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/25
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/2
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/9
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/16
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/23
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/30
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/6
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/13
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/20
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/27
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/4
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/11
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/18
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available

Body By Harv

This small group format allows you to train from the comfort of your own home, but don’t be fooled. Taught by our lead personal trainer Harvey Edelstein, this small group training session will use body weight and strength training exercises to ensure that you finish feeling strong and sweaty!
Body By Harv
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/2-9/11
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
20 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Body By Harv
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/16-9/25
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
20 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Body By Harv
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/30-10/9
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
20 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Body By Harv
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/14-10/23
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
20 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Body By Harv
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/28-11/6
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
20 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Body By Harv
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/11-11/20
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
20 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Body By Harv
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/25-12/4
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
20 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Body By Harv
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/9-12/18
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
20 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available

Yoga Sampler

Explore different styles of yoga in this sampler class. Register for section -01 to sign up for the full session and receive a slight discount or sign up for individual weeks to experience specific styles. Instructor: Victoria Biel
Yoga Sampler: Full Session
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/19-11/21
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$225.00 / $281.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: Vinyasa
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/19
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: Yin
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/26
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: Hatha
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/3
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: Restorative
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/10
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: Kundalini
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/17
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: Iyengar
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
10/24
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: EFT and Somatic Embodiment
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/7
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: Yoga and Sound
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/14
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga Sampler: Laughter Yoga
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/21
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$28.00 / $35.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Yoga for Stability and Mobility

Improve your stability and mobility as you stretch muscles, loosen stiff joints, strengthen your core, correct poor posture, and increase circulation. Leave class feeling agile, refreshed, and balanced. This class incorporates adaptive poses and is perfect for all skill levels, ages, and abilities. Class runs weekly with no class the week of Nov. 25-26. Drop-ins are available ($22/$28) once minimum enrollment is met. Call 847-929-8001 or email eengland@skokieparks.org for availability. Instructor: Agnieszka Miskiewicz
Yoga for Stability and Mobility
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/16
5:30 pm- 7:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$268.00 / $335.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Yoga for Stability and Mobility
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/10-12/17
11:30 am- 1:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$268.00 / $335.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Restorative Yoga

Experience the deep calm of restorative yoga. Support and slowly open the body to improve bodily awareness, mindfulness, and rest. There are no standing poses in this type of yoga; participants are fully supported in a nest of bolster pillows, blocks, and blankets. Each session includes 3-5 restorative poses, pranayama (yoga breathing), and a progressive muscle relaxation meditation. No class Nov. 27. Drop-ins are available ($26/$33) once minimum enrollment is met. Call 847-929-8001 or email eengland@skokieparks.org for availability. Instructor: Victoria Biel
Restorative Yoga
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/18-10/30
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$175.00 / $219.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Restorative Yoga
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/6-12/18
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Heritage Museum
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$150.00 / $188.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Peace Yoga

Find harmony within your mind, body and spirit. Featuring basic stretches, postures, breath work, meditation and relaxation. Stretch and tone muscles, loosen stiff joints and improve posture and balance. Instructors: The Peace School of Chicago
Peace Yoga-Beg/Cont
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/23-12/9
7:30 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$161.00 / $202.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Taiga Gymnastics Adult Class

This welcoming adult class offers gentle movement, stretching, and balance training inspired by aesthetic group gymnastics. Exercises are done at a calm, thoughtful pace—and there’s always room for fun and laughter! This is not your typical group fitness class. Come challenge yourself in a supportive setting and experience a new kind of gymnastics that improves mobility, posture, and body awareness. No experience needed—just curiosity and an open mind! 
Taiga Gymnastics Adult Class
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/11-10/23
7:00 pm- 8:00 pm
AGES
18 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $157.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Taiga Gymnastics Adult Class
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/6-12/18
7:00 pm- 8:00 pm
AGES
18 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$108.00 / $135.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Pilates Studio Small Group

Pilates Studio Small Group
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/4
7:00 am- 8:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable


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