PRESS RELEASE

Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) will offer free group recreation activities in the Downtown area at Lincoln Park (101 Pacific Ave.) beginning Jan. 2, 2024, and until further notice. Activities range in interest and age and include the following.

Walking Group (all ages)

• Tuesdays, 5 to 6 p.m., check in at the PRM canopies.
• All walking is done on flat ground starting at Lincoln Park and walking around the Civic Center and Billie Jean King Main Library. Participants are encouraged to walk as long as they would like.

Intro to Fitness with Park Equipment (13 ages and up)

• Wednesdays, 5 to 6 p.m., check in at the PRM canopies.
• Learn the many ways to a healthy lifestyle with simple use of park fitness equipment.
• This beginner exercise class is designed for people of all fitness levels to help improve cardiovascular conditioning and endurance while building strength and helping decrease tension and stress through physical movement. Go at your own pace in a group setting, challenging only yourself to reach your highest potential.

Come and Dance: Moving and Grooving (all ages)

• Fridays, 5 to 6 p.m., check in at the PRM canopies.
• Learn different types of freestyle dance with different genres of music.
• Beginner class that includes line dancing and other fun dances.

Play Dates in the Park (3 years and up)

• Friday, noon to 1 p.m., check in at the PRM canopies.
• Learn different ways to explore many fun activities for casual playdates with our PRM team. Geared towards children ages 3 to 12.

Activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis. People can call 562.570.3551 with questions.

Media inquiries may be directed to Jane Grobaty, Community Information Officer, Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine, at 562.570.3233 or Jane.Grobaty@longbeach.gov.