
About us
This group is operated by The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission June 30, 2021. The mission of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, Youth & Countywide Sports Division's, Health & Wellness Team is to create healthy communities through people, parks, and programs by offering family-oriented and culturally informed health, nutrition and exercise programs, and educational opportunities that work together to improve the quality of life for all Prince George’s County residents.
The Department of Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer a variety of fun and FREE health and wellness programs to Prince George’s County residents in order to improve the health and wellness of our community!
Health and wellness programs include:
• Dine, Learn & Move
• Get Fit Mobile unit
• Healthy Holiday Cooking
• QR FIT Trails
And many more!
For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly at (301) 446-6800; TTY (301) 699-2544 or [wellness@pgparks.com](mailto:wellness@pgparks.com).
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Be sure to check out our other Meet Up groups:
Department of Parks and Recreation: Walking Programs and More!
Department of Parks and Recreation: Yoga/Fitness in the Parks
Upcoming events
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Vitamins and Minerals: How to Get What You Need
·OnlineOnlineThis interactive virtual session led by a Giant nutritionist will illuminate the world of essential nutrients, their profound influence on your health, and practical strategies for obtaining them from your diet. Registration required. All ages welcome; FREE.
Virtual
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For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com89 attendees
Pop Up Paddles
John E. Howard Community Center, 4400 Shell St., Capital Heights, MD, USThis pop-up pickleball experience is a fun, social, and active way to engage in this fast-growing sport. The program offers accessible pickleball courts paired with opportunities to try current paddle gear and equipment in a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere. This date will be held in the gymnasium. Ages 18 & up; FREE
REGISTER HERE
Activity Code: 27429-238A3 attendees
Pop Up Paddles
John E. Howard Community Center, 4400 Shell St., Capital Heights, MD, USThis pop-up pickleball experience is a fun, social, and active way to engage in this fast-growing sport. The program offers accessible pickleball courts paired with opportunities to try current paddle gear and equipment in a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere. This date will be held in the gymnasium. Ages 18 & up; FREE
REGISTER HERE
Activity Code: 27429-238B2 attendees
Rhythm & Step
Marlow Heights Community Center, 2800 Saint Clair Drive, Temple Hills, MD, USTake this vibrant step aerobics class where participants move to diverse musical styles, from pop to hip-hop, enhancing their workout experience. Ages 18 & up; FREE
REGISTER HERE
Activity Code: 17401-247E2 attendees
Past events
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