Qi (energy) Gong (work) is a traditional Chinese meditative, restorative, and self-defense practice that promotes balance, alignment, structural strength, circulation, longevity and mindfulness. It is an essential component of Chinese Martial Arts (Wushu), and Traditional Healing (Zhong Yi) disciplines (which incorporates everything from acupuncture, to herbal medicine, to exercise/nutrition) based on the principles of the twelve meridians, five elements and holistic balance.

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This fun, high-energy dance class incorporates Dancehall moves with cardio exercises. This class will have you sweating from start to finish.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

Bootcamp classes target your cardiovascular system and muscles by using exercises like jumping jacks, push-ups, and lunges. The instructor uses outdoor elements to conduct the exercises. They will also encourage you to push through the workout.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India. Yoga helps your mental and physical being, releases stress, and expands your energy. Instructors will provide flow movement for people of all levels.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

Bootcamp classes target your cardiovascular system and muscles by using exercises like jumping jacks, push-ups, and lunges. The instructor uses outdoor elements to conduct the exercises. They will also encourage you to push through the workout.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355. There will be no class on Monday, September 2.

Created in honor of Latin music icon Tito Puente, this series is celebrating 12 years of bringing live Latin music with a strong salsa influence to Boston parks. This series is sponsored in part by:

• Berklee College of Music
• Inquilinos Boricuas en Accion
• Villa Victoria Center for the Arts
• Zumix
• Hyde Square task Force, and
• Sociadad Latina.

Free salsa lessons are led by MetaMovements at select concerts.

Parks and Recreation is hosting live concerts in neighborhoods throughout Boston. Neighborhood concerts are made possible by the generosity of:

• Bank of America, and
• support from Berklee College of Music.

All ParkARTS neighborhood performances are free of charge.  For more information, or a full schedule of events, please call 617-635-4505, visit the Parks Department online, or follow us on Facebook.

The Woo Factor Band is a Boston-based band comprised of good friends and some of the best musicians in the world. The band was founded in 2014 and since its inception has become one of the most sought after musical acts in the Boston and New England area. The members of the Woo Factor come from all different walks of life but have two common goals in mind. Those goals are to create music that is socially conscious and to create an atmosphere that is not only entertaining but is also spiritually fulfilling when performing. 

Their style is an eclectic blend of R&B, Hip-Hop, and Neo-Soul with elements of Rock and Free Jazz. With this fusion of genres, the Woo Factor creates a sound that can only be described as a breath of fresh air for the ears and the soul. Their influences are Jill Scott, Robert Glasper, Bilal, The Roots, Michael Jackson, Lauryn Hill, D’angelo, and many more. 

Budding artists, ages nine and up, are invited to join us.  The series of free workshops is just one of the many offerings of the annual ParkARTS program, sponsored by Holly and David Bruce. 

The workshops welcome artists of all skill levels to create their own greenspace-inspired masterpieces, with instruction and materials provided. All classes are held from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., weather permitting.

Want more information on the workshops and other ParkARTS programs? Please call 617-635-4505, or go to our Facebook page.

This series is completely free and open to Boston artists aged 9 and up, of all skill levels. You'll create your own greenspace-inspired masterpieces; we provide the instruction and materials. Pre-registration is required. The program is sponsored by the Highland Street Charitable Foundation.

Register for a workshop

Budding artists, ages nine and up, are invited to join us.  The series of free workshops is just one of the many offerings of the annual ParkARTS program, sponsored by Holly and David Bruce. 

The workshops welcome artists of all skill levels to create their own greenspace-inspired masterpieces, with instruction and materials provided. All classes are held from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., weather permitting.

Want more information on the workshops and other ParkARTS programs? Please call 617-635-4505, or go to our Facebook page.