Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is celebrating the new year by offering a number of FREE programs, events and opportunities in January, 2024.
See the whole list here, or read on for some highlights.
Please make sure that you register in advance for activities that require registration, and check for any changes, and more information here.
Did you know we keep a big list of free fitness opportunities in the Triangle? The list includes yoga, bootcamps, group hikes and more, and we update it every day!
There are also some fitness classes among the free offerings at Downtown Cary Park.
DanceIT
Mondays and Wednesdays from January 8 to 31, 2024 (no class January 15)
9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Middle Creek Community Center
125 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC
Age 18+
DanceIt is a well-balanced, whole-body workout that will strengthen your body and mind. Upbeat music carries you through movements designed to release stresses and get you fit. For dancers and non-dancers alike.
Pilates/Yoga Fusion
Mondays and Wednesdays, January 3 to 31, 2024 (no class January 15)
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Middle Creek Community Center
125 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC
Age 18+
Yoga/Pilates Fusion is a blend of yoga asanas and Pilates exercises to help you get more toned and flexible. This class is for all levels; the exercises can easily be modified to work with any fitness level. We will use some props (balls, resistance bands, and blocks).
Cardio Core Strength Fitness
Tuesdays and Thursdays from January 2 to February 2, 2024
9 to 10 a.m.
Middle Creek Community Center
125 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC
Age 18+
In this class we will focus on toning, strengthening, balance, cardio, abdominal, and core work. We will use a variety of different exercise equipment during the six-week session. Each class can be done at low-, moderate-, or high-impact levels. All you need to bring is a sweat towel, water bottle, energy, and a smile. Middle Creek Community Center will provide floor mats and exercise equipment.
Cardio Core Strength Circuit
Wednesdays January 3 to 31, 2024
6 to 7 p.m.
Middle Creek Community Center
125 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC
Age 18+
This is a full-body fitness class. Participants will move in groups to different stations, including cardio, resistance, strength training, and core exercises. There will be a variety of equipment used throughout the session. All fitness levels are welcome. Please bring a sweat towel and a water bottle.
Senior Fit, Fun & Strength
Tuesdays and Thursdays January 2 to February 1, 2024
10:15 to 11 a.m.
Middle Creek Community Center
125 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC
Age 55+
This class will focus on strength, low-impact cardio, and balance. There will be no floor core exercises. Instead, this will be a fun, full-body workout class incorporating light weights and resistance bands. Chairs will be available to help with balance, core exercises, lunges, and squats.
Cardio Fit
Tuesdays and Thursdays January 2 to February 1, 2024
9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Herbert C. Young Community Center
101 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, NC
Age 18+
Jumpstart your day with a great workout! This energetic, low-impact class combines a moderate- to high-intensity workout with advanced choreography to enhance overall fitness. Benefits include improved stamina, coordination, strength, and flexibility.
Seniors In Motion
Tuesdays and Thursdays January 2 to February 1, 2024
10:45 to 11:30 a.m.
Herbert C. Young Community Center
101 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, NC
Age 55+
One of our most popular senior fitness classes! This is a complete and effective workout designed to complement your needs. Exercise to the tunes you enjoy with friends both old and new. Improve your cardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility with this workout.
Foundations of Strength Training
Tuesdays and Thursdays January 2 to February 1, 2024
6 to 7 p.m.
Bond Park Community Center
150 Metro Park Drive, Cary, NC
Age 18+
Join our one-hour strength training session that will focus on the importance of stabilization (balance), strength, and endurance. Exercises using the body’s own resistance, along with other fitness equipment, will be incorporated to help build muscle strength and increase endurance.
Pilates Sculpt
Wednesdays, January 3 to 31, 2024
5:15 to 6 p.m.
Bond Park Community Center
150 Metro Park Drive, Cary, NC
Age 18+
This Pilates sculpt class will use light to medium weights to build strength using a mix of Pilates movements and standard weight training. Classes end with core finishers and stretching. No experience necessary.
Beginners Classical Mat Pilates
Saturdays January 6 to February 3, 2024
9 to 9:45 a.m.
Middle Creek Community Center
125 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC
Age 18+
Develop strength, flexibility, and endurance through controlled bodyweight movements in this classical mat Pilates class designed for beginners! This low impact exercise is easy on the joints while building core strength.
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
We make every effort to make sure that everything on Triangle on the Cheap is 100% accurate.
However, sometimes things change without notice, and it’s also possible that we can make a mistake.
Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.
More Free Fitness Opportunities
Check out a huge list of free fitness activities in the Triangle, or look at a few of them here:
Middle Creek Community Center, Apex
125 Middle Creek Park Avenue
Apex, NC
