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United We Sweat is a network of free physical activity options in Lorain County. United We Sweat aims to ensure that everyone in Lorain County has access to quality physical activity opportunities no matter your location, age, or skill level. All classes and events are free and open to the public. 

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Hydrox Conditioning

5/10/2025
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Tags: CardioStrength Training
Instructor: Rae Lynn
Level: All Levels
Mercy Health and Recreation Center, 47160 Hollstein Dr, Amherst
(440) 984-3470

Get a full body, cardio, and mind workout. Endurance for the ultimate training. Adjustable stations to fit individual needs (8x8 style i.e. power walk/run repeat 8x through).

Build your stamina, core, and mind. Join Rae Lynn to reach your next level. Registration required, meet in the Amherst HealthPlex Lobby March 8, 8:15-9:30 am.

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Birding Hike

5/10/2025
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Level: All Levels
Sandy Ridge Reservation, 6195 Otten Rd, North Ridgeville
(440) 327-3626

Join us for a Big Birding Weekend hike. Meet at the Johnson's Wetland Center

HSP Level 2

Wildflower Hike at Schoepfle Garden

5/10/2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Tags: CardioFamily FriendlySenior Friendly
Level: All Levels
Schoepfle Garden, 11106 Market Street, Birmingham
(440) 965-7237

Walk the woods and river valley looking for spring wildflowers. Hike is approximately 1.25 miles. Hike is even paced but does include a large hill down and up from the valley and an extended walking time. Hiking Stick Program Hiking Level 2 Registration is not required.

Birding Hike

5/11/2025
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Level: All Levels
Sandy Ridge Reservation, 6195 Otten Rd, North Ridgeville
(440) 327-3626

Join us for a Big Birding Weekend hike. Meet at the Johnson's Wetland Center

HSP Level 2

Aqua Pilates

5/12/2025
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Instructor: Gloria M
Level: All Levels
Fitness Center at University Hospitals Avon Health Center, 1997 Healthway Dr, Avon
(440) 988-6800

This class is offered in our lap pool (heated to 83 degrees). This is gentle on your joints, while the water increases the resistance of the moves, enhancing benefits for the muscular system. This type of Pilates differs from the traditional version because the exercises are done standing up or slight reclining with a pool noodle.

Chair Yoga

5/12/2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Instructor: Jana Downey
Level: All Levels
LCCC Wellington Center, 151 Commerce Dr, Wellington

Full Moon Hike

5/12/2025
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tags: CardioSenior Friendly
Level: All Levels
Wellington Reservation - Lorain County Metro Parks, 535 Jones Rd, Wellington
(440) 647-2509

Join us as we hike to the observation mound and hopefully view the full moon rising over the trees

We will meet in front of the Visitor Center.

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

This is a moderate level two hike on both paved and crushed gravel surfaces in the evening with an incline up the observation mound.

This hike will still happen if it is cloudy or rainy (just as an after-hours night hike) but will not happen if there is thunder or lightning.

Please dress for the weather.

Fit for All

5/13/2025
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Instructor: Kristie Parker-Harrold
Level: All Levels
Lorain County Community College Learning Center, undefined, Lorain

Pickleball

5/13/2025
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Tags: CardioFamily FriendlySenior Friendly
Level: All Levels
LaGrange Village Hall, 301 Liberty St, Lagrange

Zumba

5/13/2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Tags: CardioFamily FriendlySenior Friendly
Instructor: Jeanette Craigo
Level: All Levels
Second Baptist Church, 427 Chapman Ln, Elyria
(440) 323-1510

This Zumba class is for all fitness levels. We welcome everyone to come and dance with us, including children ages 10 & up with a participating adult. No childcare is available - sorry for any inconvenience. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that allow a little slide - worn tennis shoes are perfect! You will want water and a towel because you will sweat, but have lots of fun doing it! There are restrooms on site that can double as changing rooms if coming straight from work.

REFIT with Camille

5/13/2025
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tags: CardioSenior Friendly
Instructor: Camille Myers-Kouris
Level: All Levels
Cooper foster park rd, undefined, Amherst

A dance fitness class focused on cardio and toning for women only and open to all fitness levels and ages.
More information about REFIT can be found here: https://refitrev.com/
Please feel free to email camille.myers.kouris@gmail.com with any questions!

Located at GrowPoint Church:
780 Cooper Foster Park Road
Amherst, OH 44001

Please enter through the second set of doors, and bring a water bottle.

Total Parkinson's Exercise

5/14/2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Level: All Levels
LCCC Wellington Center, 151 Commerce Dr, Wellington

Is Parkinson's impacting your life? Take control with Total Parkinson's, a FREE Parkinson's fitness and wellness program every Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the LCCC Wellington Center.

Join the Elms Retirement Village and their licensed therapists for this FREE weekly exercise class, designed for those with Parkinson's, but beneficial to all.

Participants report significant improvements in quality of life and functional independence. Exercise plans are adapted to all levels of function.

Zumba

5/15/2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Tags: CardioFamily FriendlySenior Friendly
Instructor: Jeanette Craigo
Level: All Levels
Second Baptist Church, 427 Chapman Ln, Elyria
(440) 323-1510

This Zumba class is for all fitness levels. We welcome everyone to come and dance with us, including children ages 10 & up with a participating adult. No childcare is available - sorry for any inconvenience. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that allow a little slide - worn tennis shoes are perfect! You will want water and a towel because you will sweat, but have lots of fun doing it! There are restrooms on site that can double as changing rooms if coming straight from work.

Line Dancing: Fun, Upbeat, and Easy to Follow

5/15/2025
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Instructor: SUNDOG YOGA AND WELLNESS
Level: All Levels
Middle Ave, undefined, Elyria

Free class, no experience needed!

Location: Urban League 200 Middle Ave. STE 200, Elyria 44035

Yoga

5/16/2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tags: Family FriendlySenior Friendly
Instructor: Tom Gorman
Level: All Levels
United Way of Greater Lorain County, 642 Broadway Ave, Lorain

Yoga uses breathing techniques, exercise and meditation to improve health and happiness. Class is held at the United Way of Greater Lorain County office in the Ridge Tool Community Engagement Space.

Yoga

5/17/2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tags: Family FriendlySenior Friendly
Instructor: Tom Gorman
Level: All Levels
United Way of Greater Lorain County, 642 Broadway Ave, Lorain

Yoga uses breathing techniques, exercise and meditation to improve health and happiness. Class is held at the United Way of Greater Lorain County office in the Ridge Tool Community Engagement Space.

Tai Chi

5/17/2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tags: Family FriendlySenior Friendly
Instructor: Annamarie Pamphilis
Level: All Levels
United Way of Greater Lorain County, 642 Broadway Ave, Lorain

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art and wellness practice that blends gentle, flowing movements with focused breathing and mindfulness.

Instructor Annamarie Pamphilis guides us through the foundational techniques of Tai Chi to improve balance, enhance flexibility, reduce stress, and cultivate inner peace. Perfect for beginners or those looking to reconnect with their body and mind, this class offers a restorative way to build strength and serenity.

Join us and discover the calming power of Tai Chi!

Pack Walk

5/17/2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tags: CardioFamily FriendlyDog Friendly
Level: All Levels
Wellington Reservation - Lorain County Metro Parks, 535 Jones Rd, Wellington
(440) 647-2509

Join us for our monthly pack walk with our dogs! We will be walking our leashed dogs on the paved 1.8-mile Lakeside Loop trail. Meet in front of the Wellington Reservation Visitor Center. This is an easy level one hike. We will walk rain or shine or snow but will cancel if there is thunder or lightning so please come dressed prepared for the weather. No registration required.

Better Balance

5/17/2025
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Instructor: Sherry B
Level: All Levels
Fitness Center at University Hospitals Avon Health Center, 1997 Healthway Dr, Avon
(440) 988-6800

Chair Yoga

5/19/2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tags: Senior Friendly
Instructor: Jana Downey
Level: All Levels
LCCC Wellington Center, 151 Commerce Dr, Wellington