Fitness in the Park

Portland Parks & Recreation has monitored the COVID-19 situation since it began. We continue to be in communication with, and to follow the guidance of, the Oregon Health Authority, Multnomah County Health Department, and the Portland Bureau of Emergency Management regarding the situation.

Due to COVID-19, we have prioritized our limited capacity to expand the Free Lunch + Play program to meet the most critical of our community needs this summer: food insecurity. As we continue to provide free meals to children at 26 locations, we have been working to find additional opportunities to reengage with Portlanders. With the support of Community Music Center, Inc., we have been able to reconnect students at Rosewood Initiative with a pilot program providing online music lessons. With Fitness in the Park, we’re excited for the opportunity to support the health of Portlanders with physically distanced, outdoor group fitness classes.

Our community’s parks system provides our neighbors with many opportunities to improve their mental and physical health during this public health emergency. Fitness in the Park is a creative way to continue supporting the health of Portlanders and to keep you connected with PP&R while meeting the Governor's requirements and following the guidance of public health officials. While our community centers remain closed for the summer, we’re excited for the opportunity to reconnect and move safely with you in our beautiful outdoor spaces. 

Starting Monday, July 20, we invite you to participate in group fitness classes taught by some of your favorite PP&R instructors at five outdoor locations: Columbia Park, Gabriel Park, Grant Park, Mt. Scott Park, and Ventura Park. 

Pricing

Drop-in for just $5/class (credit card only) or purchase a Fitness Pass (FitP) for $45/month, which gives you access to unlimited classes at all five locations. Give it a try!

How to sign up

Due to increased safety measures and to limit check-in time, please complete these steps prior to attending.

1. Create or log-in to your PP&R online registration account. 
2. Sign the digital Covid-19 Waiver to participate.
   1. Go to “My Account”.
   2. Select “Print My Waivers”.
   3. Select “Obligatory Waivers”.
   4. Click on the link for the Covid-19 Waiver.
   5. Check the box by the correct customer’s name to acknowledge the waiver.
3. Ensure you have a credit or debit card saved to your account (customer service representatives will not be able to accept cash, so credit-card is required).
   1. Go to “My Account”. 
   2. Click on “My Credit Cards”. 
   3. Select “Add New”. 
   4. Enter credit card information and then click on “Submit”. 

Having trouble? Call 503-823-2525 and a customer service representative will assist you.

How to participate safely – What to expect

1. If you’ve been feeling well, arrive at the park with your own water bottle, wearing a face covering. 
2. Check-in with a customer service representative who will have an iPad to sign you in. All participants are required to have signed a Covid-19 Waiver prior to participating.
   Please note: Our system requires that customers provide the CVV number associated with their card on file at every transaction. No cash will be accepted.
3. Head to a marked spot, which will be spaced 6’ apart to allow for physical distancing throughout the duration of the workout. Classes will be limited to 20 participants.
4. HAVE FUN! 

Schedules

Columbia Park 

Classes located in the middle of the park in front of the pool house.

Grant Park

Classes located north of the pool house/tennis courts. Park in the main parking lot, follow the path moving north. Closest street access is 35th Avenue off Knott Street.

Gabriel Park

Classes located on the lawn east of the tennis courts and skatepark. Park near the skate park, follow the path past the tennis courts.

Mt. Scott Park 

Classes located on the lawn of the east end of the park off 74th Ave. 

Ventura Park 

Classes located on the lawn near the parking lot at SE 113th Ave & Stark.

Additional Safety Measures

Participants will all read, approve, and sign a waiver which will be attached to their Portland Parks & Recreation registration account. PP&R will use electronic rosters from the daily check-in for contact tracing in case of illness. 

Participants will need to wear face coverings when arriving and leaving the Fitness area. Health authorities recommend that for outdoor fitness classes if you can wear a face covering, you should do so.

Class participation is limited to 20 on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants will be required to stay within their 4’ marked section throughout the duration of the workout. Markers are spaced 6’ apart to allow for physical distancing. 

Restrooms are available. Supplies are replenished and restrooms are cleaned once per day.

PP&R will clean, and sanitize fitness equipment, on a regular basis as capacity allows. However, due in part to the uncertainty regarding the risks, we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19 when you use the equipment. Participants accept that the use of equipment is at your own risk, and it is your responsibility to minimize that risk through procedures recommended by public health authorities, including frequent handwashing, sanitizing surfaces, and maintaining at least 6 feet of physical distance between individuals at all times. It is permissible for participants to use their own equipment for classes, and/or participate without equipment if preferred.

Frequently Asked Questions

What about my current pass?

All current Active Passes have been de-activated due to COVID-19. For pass information and account assistance, contact Ann Kresal, Ann.Kresal@portlandoregon.gov, 971-288-7741.

I thought you weren’t opening until next summer.

While our community centers and pools are currently closed, we are delighted to be able to offer this program with all safety and physical distance guidelines in place.

How do Active&Fit, Silver&Fit, SilverSneakers, or Renew Active members participate?

You’re already signed up! – contact your provider to activate your membership and use your existing card for admission to classes.

Active&Fit (877) 771-2746

Silver&Fit (877) 427-4788

SilverSneakers (866)-584-7389

Renew Active (800) 850-6807

Why did you choose these parks? What about other parks?

We would love to offer classes in all parks. Due to safety concerns and limited staff capacity, locations were selected by their proximity to our community centers.