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
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Corazones Fuertes: Salud del Corazón para Familias Latinas de Maryland
·OnlineOnlineCorazones Fuertes: Salud del Corazón para Familias Latinas de Maryland
Las enfermedades del corazón siguen siendo un gran problema de salud para las familias latinas en Maryland, pero muchos riesgos se pueden prevenir con la ayuda correcta. En este taller, el equipo de Zócalo Health compartirá ideas simples y culturales para cuidar su corazón a cualquier edad.
Para todas las edades. GRATIS. Se requiere inscripción. Taller virtual.
Código de boleto: SPD-SPEC-GA-20260219
Los talleres se impartirán en español.
Utilice el código de entrada para registrarse en pgparksdirect.com.
Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede contactarnos en wellness@pgparks.com.Stronger Hearts, Stronger Communities: A Guide to Cardiovascular Health for Maryland Latino Families (*PLEASE NOTE* Workshop will be presented in Spanish)
Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading health challenges for Maryland Latino communities—yet most risk factors are preventable with the right support. In this interactive workshop, Zócalo Health’s care team will share practical, culturally centered approaches to protecting your heart health at every age.
Registration required. All ages welcome; FREE . Virtual.
Ticket Code: SPD-SPEC-GA-20260219
This workshop will be presented in Spanish.
Use the ticket code to register at pgparksdirect.com.
Email: wellness@pgparks.com with any questions.3 attendees
I Heart Zumba
Fairland Sports Center, 13950 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel, MD, USDance your way into fitness with a family Zumba® class! This class brings together all members of your family for fun and easy-to-follow dance moves to upbeat music!
Registration Required. Level: All.
Ages 6 & up; FREE
Fairland Sports Complex
REGISTER THROUGH PARKS DIRECTFor fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com
3 attendees
I Heart Yoga
Langley Park Community Center, 1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville, MD, USStretch toward your fitness goals! Learn basic yoga to improve health and flexibility through deep breathing and controlled stretching. Reduce stress, get better sleep, and build muscle stamina as you practice new or previously learned yoga skills.
Ages 13 & up. FREE
Langley Park Community Center
Saturdays, Feb 7, 14, 21, & 28, 10:30-11:30 am
REGISTER THROUGH PARKS DIRECTFor fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com
1 attendee
Dine, Learn & Move: Power to the Heart: Food, Fitness & Culture
·OnlineOnlineIn recognition of both Black History Month and Heart Health Month, join us for an empowering session focused on taking care of your heart through food and movement. We’ll begin with physical activity to get your heart pumping, followed by expert tips from a registered dietitian on how your diet can support heart health. The session will conclude with a live cooking demonstration featuring a nutritious, heart-healthy, soul-food recipe. Registration required. FREE Virtual
REGISTER THROUGH PARKS DIRECTFor fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com
53 attendees
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