Public Health District Launches Free Community Fitness Series to Promote Health and Wellness

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Beginning Wednesday, August 13, the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District will host “Wellness Wednesdays,” a weekly community fitness and wellness series held at the Health District auditorium, located at 1702 Horne Road. 

Each Wednesday of the month features a different wellness activity, with classes led by certified instructors and open to all fitness levels:

·         First Wednesday: Somos Yoga will provide yoga classes for children aged five and older from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Experience relaxation and enhance flexibility.

·         Second Wednesday: VFit Training Center and Kids Get Fit will provide strength training for children aged seven and older from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. These workouts are designed to increase muscle mass and boost metabolism.

·         Third Wednesday: Latin Fuego offers Zumba classes for ages 12 and up, from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Dance your way to fitness!

·         Fourth Wednesday: Coastal Bend Food Bank offers a nutrition class for all ages from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Participants will learn healthy recipes and gain a better understanding of nutritious foods. 

Monthly Schedule

August

August 13: Strength training (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m)

August 20: Zumba (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m)

August 27: Nutrition class (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m) 

September

September 3: Yoga (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m) 

September 10: Strength training (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m)

September 17: Zumba (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m)

September 24: Nutrition class (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m)

October

October 1: Yoga (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m)

October 8: Strength training (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m)

October 15: Zumba (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m)

November

November 5: Yoga (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m)

November 12: Strength training (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m)

November 19: Zumba (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m)

December

December 3: Yoga (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m)

December 10: Strength training (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m)

December 17: Zumba (5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m)

This schedule is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please check our website at Upcoming Events & Registration | City of Corpus Christi or our official Facebook page.

Register Now

Participation is free, but registration is required. All participants must complete a waiver before attending. Register online at: https://linktr.ee/CCWellnessWednesdays. For additional information, call 361-826-7200.

These classes are designed to be inclusive and enjoyable, helping the community make lasting changes to prioritize their health and well-being while fostering connections with others.

Media representatives requesting additional information may contact Cassandra Hinojosa, Public Information Officer, at 361-826-2944 or cassandrah3@cctexas.com.