River Fit Fitness Series 2026

Join us on the Esplanade for a FREE outdoor fitness program that is designed to get you moving and connect you to the outdoors in the heart of Boston!

About The Fitness Series

Enjoy a variety of FREE outdoor fitness classes hosted by the Esplanade Association and some of Boston’s most popular fitness instructors and groups, as part of our fitness series created in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).

Stay tuned about our upcoming fitness series by following us on Instagram (@EsplanadeInBoston) and Facebook (@EsplanadeBoston). If you have any questions or are interested in learning how to partner with us, email programs@esplanade.org.

SPRING FITNESS SCHEDULE

Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Nature Therapy & Forest Bathing

with Cole Huang

Nature therapy is the practice of immersing yourself in a natural setting and noticing the sights, sounds, textures, and details around you. We’ll engage in guided meditation and activities designed to deepen our connection with the natural world and awaken our senses.

Event Details:

Dates: Wednesdays, April 29th – May 27th

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: Otis Grove – 21 Memorial Dr, Boston, MA 02116, USA

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Broadway Burn

with Hannah’s Dance Community

Join us at the Hatch Shell for a cardio dance class with a Broadway playlist! Music will include songs from SIX, Hamilton, In the Heights, The Prom, Newsies, Hairspray, and more! All fitness abilities are welcome, and no prior dance experience is necessary. No equipment required, just a jam-ready attitude and a water bottle!

Event Details:

Dates: Thursdays, April 30th – May 28th

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: DCR Hatch Memorial Shell – 47 David G Mugar Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA

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Class Cancellation Policy 

If a fitness needs to be canceled for unforeseen reasons, you will:

  • Be contacted via email if you registered

Directions to the Fitness Classes 

For general directions to the Charles River Esplanade, you can go to the Map & Directions page. All fitness classes will take place either in Fiedler Field or the Hatch Memorial Shell Lawn.

Directions to Fiedler Field

Directions to Hatch Memorial Shell

Directions to Community Boating, Inc.

Directions to Otis Grove