Summer is all about enjoying barbecues, swimming and sunshine. So why not ditch your usual CrossFit class at the gym for a more scenic locale? After all, getting into great shape doesn’t necessarily have to mean sacrificing a serene workout environment.
New Jersey has countless outdoor fitness classes designed to convert even the most die-hard gym rat into a fan of Mother Nature. From Jersey City to Hoboken, we searched long and hard for the best summer workout classes the Garden State has to offer. Below, you’ll find a few of our favorites:
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Family Yoga
Where: Military Park, 51 Park Place, Newark
Description: If summer break makes finding time to squeeze workouts in a challenge, you’ll love this free family yoga class sponsored by Lotus Yoga on Saturday mornings at 10:30 am. Just be sure to bring your own mat and bottle of water to beat the heat while you and your family find your inner bliss.
More information: Visit www.militarypark.com/fitness/ or call 973-900-5800.
Boot Camp on the Beach
Where: 45th St., Beach, Sea Isle City
Description: Kick your workout up a notch at this action-packed boot camp from Surfside Fitness which incorporates sand, jetties and lifeguard stands into a hardcore, all-over body workout. Meet instructor Cheryl Herzog and pay the $10 fee at the boardwalk entrance to the beach.
More information: Visit www.visitisicnj.com/programs or call 609-263-9023.
Summertime Surf and Paddle School
Where: Locations are available in Asbury Park, Belmar, Bradley Beach, Ortley Beach, Bay Head, Shark River Bay, and Point Pleasant
Description: Hang ten at this premier surf school which has been teaching men, women and kids how to surf since its first location was established in 2006. Catch some waves and enjoy the water at adult surf camp, S.U.P. Classes, women’s paddle camp, kid’s surf camp, or sign up for a private one-on-one lesson.
More information: Visit www.summertimesurf.com or 723-599-2700.
Zumba
Where: Centennial Park at Fern Rd. and Ocean Ave., Wildwood Crest
Description: Dance the morning away with this high-intensity cardio workout held every Monday and Wednesday from June 20 through September 5. Each class is just $5, and a $20 punch card can be purchased in advance for $80.
More information: Visit www.wildwoodcrest.org or call 609-532-0202.
Outdoor Sports Barre
Where: Pier A, Uptown in Hoboken
Description: This one-hour fusion class combines barre, ballet and pilates movements with burpees, jumping jacks and squats for both cardio and all-over body toning. Each class is $30 for drop-ins, but packages are available when you check in around the corner at Local Barre Core Fitness Classes before each class starts.
More information: Visit www.localbarre.com or call 201-710-5994.
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