Fairfax County Park Authority’s Healthy Strides program helps improve health equity and empowers residents to make informed decisions about their wellbeing. Make strides to improve your health and wellness from any location, for free, with the Healthy Strides Wellness Workshops and virtual fitness classes.

“Healthy Strides directly supports the mission of One Fairfax by providing equitable access to fitness programs and health education resources,” said Ryan Ross, Wellness Coordinator for Fairfax County Park Authority. This program strives to provide all residents with the resources and support they need to achieve optimal health. To help meet this goal, the program offers a comprehensive suite of free and accessible opportunities to learn and get active.

Virtual Fitness Classes

Residents can participate in weekly virtual fitness classes from the comfort of their own homes at no cost. Virtual fitness classes are held through Microsoft Teams; all that’s needed is to download the app on a phone or tablet. Get active virtually with our Pilates, yoga, tai chi, body sculpting and basic training classes that cater to diverse fitness levels and interests.

“I think it's a great program and allows those who are not able to get to the gym stay healthy and fit. I really appreciate the fact that I can work out anywhere if you have internet connection and join a class. And if you are immune compromised, it allows you to work out in the comforts of your own home without worrying about getting sick from those around you,” said one community participant.

Find the Virtual Community Fitness Classes calendar at the Healthy Strides website.

Wellness Workshops

In addition to fitness classes, Fairfax County Park Authority offers free, virtual wellness workshops. These regular workshops address critical health topics relevant to the community that align with national health observances. They provide practical guidance on forming healthy habits. Participants gain insights into key health topics, learning about everything from heart health to nutrition to diabetes prevention to stress management and empowering people to make positive lifestyle changes.

Upcoming workshops include:

• Fueling Growth: Nutrition’s Impact on Autism Management, Wednesday, April 23, 7 p.m.
• Calm Through Cuisine: How Diet Can Help Manage Stress, Wednesday, May 21, 7 p.m.
• Mindfulness Unplugged: Integrating Nature Therapy and Mindfulness Techniques, Wednesday, June 18, 7 p.m.

Stay tuned to upcoming classes in the calendar on the Healthy Strides website.