FitPop: Bringing Fitness to Neighborhoods Across Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation is launching FitPop, a new community wellness initiative designed to make fitness more accessible, inclusive and engaging for residents across the city. Built on the idea that wellness should meet people where they are, FitPop brings free, pop-up fitness experiences directly into parks and community spaces. 

FitPop offers a wide variety of programming designed for all fitness levels and interests. Participants can expect cardio and strength training, dance fitness, line dancing, guided walks, and restorative movement classes, such as stretch and release. Alongside physical activity, the program also includes wellness education focused on overall health and lifestyle support. 

Each class is led by certified fitness professionals and designed to be adaptable, welcoming participants of all abilities. 

FitPop Launch 

To officially kick off the initiative, the fitness and wellness unit will host a FitPop launch event, 9-10 a.m., Saturday, May 9, at Red Wing Park. This special event will highlight the FitPop experience, featuring a high-energy cardio and resistance class led in a welcoming outdoor setting.  

The launch event gives residents a chance to jump in, get moving and learn more about upcoming FitPop classes happening in neighborhoods across Virginia Beach. 

Explore Classes this May  

Residents are invited to join FitPop classes happening throughout May, including:  

• Training Camp at Mount Trashmore Park: May 11 and May 18, 6:30-7:15 a.m. 
• Stretch & Release at Back Bay’s Farmhouse: May 12, May 19 and May 26, 6-7 p.m.
• FitPop Pop-Up Experience at Level Green Park: May 30 
  • Line Dance Pop-Up, 11:15-11:45 a.m. 
  • Circuit Workout, 12:15-12:45 p.m. 
  • Nature Bathing Walk, 1:15-1:45 p.m. 

All sessions are free and open to residents. A rec center membership is not required. Advance registration is available online and helps to adapt classes to the expected group size. 

More than Fitness 

At its core, FitPop removes barriers and represents more than a fitness program. It’s a city-wide investment in connection, wellness and community access. By bringing fitness into neighborhoods and offering all programming at no cost, the initiative helps eliminate common challenges such as transportation, cost and access to facilities. 

To learn more about upcoming classes or request the FitPop van for an event, visit VirginiaBeach.gov/FitPop. 

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