Johns Creek launches free outdoor fitness program March 8 at two parks

Johns Creek’s Recreation & Parks department will launch a free Outdoor Fitness program beginning Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Newtown Park and Cauley Creek Park, city officials announced March 4. Newtown Park classes are slated for the Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at 150 Old Alabama Rd; the program is city-run and open to residents at no charge.

New this spring, the city is adding a Walk with a Doc program at Newtown Park. "New this spring: Lace up your sneakers for the Walk with a Doc program, where you can take a walk (at your own pace), learn health tips from local healthcare providers and meet new friends. The event, held at Newtown Park, is free and all are welcome," the city posted in its program announcement.

The city says certified instructors will lead a mix of class types at the two parks. "Join us for energizing classes led by certified instructors at Newtown Park and Cauley Creek Park. From Zumba to yoga, these sessions are designed to make staying active accessible, engaging, and fun," the city webpage states, and class listings include yoga, bar-less barre, H.I.I.T., cardio strength and Zumba.

Program logistics include a mix of weekend and weekday sessions. Sunday offerings will feature yoga and bar-less barre at 10 a.m., with one-hour classes held at the Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, and the spring schedule adds weekday vinyasa yoga sessions. The city provides separate schedules for Newtown Park and Cauley Creek Park on the Free Outdoor Fitness webpage so participants can confirm specific days and times.

Organizers are setting operational limits to manage outdoor class capacity and safety. "All participants must sign a participation waiver. Participants must bring their own exercise mats and water bottles. Class sizes will be limited and spaces will be marked," program guidance says; the city also advises that participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult and that people should not attend if they have flu-like symptoms, have been diagnosed with COVID-19, or have been in contact with a COVID-19 patient.

Residents seeking full class descriptions and the latest schedule should view the city's Free Outdoor Fitness webpage or contact Recreation & Parks at (678) 512-3200. City Hall is located at 11360 Lakefield Drive, Johns Creek, GA 30097. The city promoted the launch on its social accounts with a photo posted March 3, signaling social media outreach ahead of the March 8 start.

The city frames the program as part of an ongoing effort to expand healthy living opportunities. "Free Outdoor Fitness is part of the City’s commitment to creating spaces and experiences that make healthy living easier and part of everyday life in Johns Creek," the announcement reads, and Recreation & Parks says the webpage will carry updates and park-specific schedules as the spring season proceeds.