Active Living

As the nation approaches the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the UD Arena will play host to the 11th annual LION Gem City 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. Sponsored by Dayton’s LION Group and presented by Premier Health, registration is now open through September 12 at www.gemcityclimb.org.

This year’s climb will be held on Saturday, September 13, beginning at 9 AM at the University of Dayton Arena. The event welcomes everyone who wants to honor the 343 firefighters who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, as well as those who have died since then.

All proceeds will go to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). Funds raised from the LION Gem City 9/11 Stair Climb directly support the NFFF’s mission to honor our nation’s fallen firefighters, support their families, and reduce firefighter line-of-duty deaths and injuries across the fire service. The Foundation also provides scholarships, peer support, grief and mental health resources, and crucial safety training to departments nationwide.

The LION Gem City 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at UD Arena remains one of the largest events of its kind in the area. Since it began in Yellow Springs, it has drawn nearly 3,000 participants from the fire service community, their families, friends, and the public, who together have raised over $180,000 for the NFFF.

Participants will climb the equivalent of 110 stories, the height of the World Trade Center towers, on the iconic steps of UD Arena. Each climber will carry an honor badge bearing the name and photo of one of the fallen firefighters and police officers, symbolically completing the journey those heroes began. Upon completion, climbers will ring a fire bell in solemn tribute. The climb is not a race but rather a moving tribute to the heroes of 9/11. (Participants are not required to climb the entire climb.)

Yoga with Aleasha will lead you in an all-levels yoga flow. If you’re a beginner, she will guide you through modifications to ensure you are comfortable to help you to become more familiar with poses. If you’re experienced, she will help grow your current practice. This class is truly for everyone!

Offered by Immortal Tree Qigong. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and gentle stretching. You will then be guided through flowing movements mixed with short standing meditations. We will end with a slightly longer guided standing (or sitting) meditation. This should leave a few minutes to answer questions or discuss any insights. Qigong doesn’t require any special skills (other than breathing) or equipment (other than your body

Come try goat yoga, grab some friends, and mark it off your bucket list! Bring a yoga mat or towel and water this Friday night at 7pm at Austin Landing

Beginner friendly, great excercise, safe and inclusive space, free to the community

You are cordially invited to Title Boxing Club Dayton, a state-of-the-art fitness center that is offering Beauty Boost gals an exclusive free fitness class!

Title Boxing Club welcomes boxers of all levels (that means no experience required!). Title Boxing focuses on skill progression techniques and interval training for a true full-body workout in a ‘no-judgments’ environment. Each authentic heavy bag boxing workout combines the benefits of high impact training and stress relief, while incorporating skills and fun into each class.

What to Expect:

The class will start promptly at 1pm, so please arrive 20 minutes early to get settled in. We’ll go over all safety guidelines and teach you proper techniques before we jump in!

During the class, our expert instructors will guide you through a 50-minute workout that includes warm-up and cool-down exercises. Please wear comfortable workout clothes and sneakers.

After the class, we’ll have snacks and refreshments for you to enjoy, and you can take a sweaty selfie to commemorate your workout! We’ll be bringing alcoholic beers & seltzers along with non-alcoholic options.

As a thank you for attending, all Beauty Boost members will receive an exclusive offer to join a membership plan with Title Boxing Club.

**Please note that you will need to supply your own pair of hand wraps when you arrive. If you already own a pair, you are welcome to bring your own or you can purchase them at Title. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early if you need to grab a pair of wraps.**

This event is FREE for our annual pass holders. Grab yours HERE!

Fun and effective workouts under the pavilion

Harness your strength, enhance your mobility, and create a deeper connection with yourself. Join Tori of Speakeasy Yoga for a dynamic physical yoga practice that will guide you through a breath focused flow that is both empowering and meditative. New to yoga? Not to worry. This class has something for all levels, and a variety of variations are offered throughout so you can find the most benefit for your time on the mat, and in turn feel your best off of it, too!

Wear comfortable clothes and don’t forget to bring your own mat, water bottle, and towels.

Check metroparks.org/fitnessinthepark for the specific class schedule.

Weather Dependent. No registration required. All ages welcome.

Enjoy paddling on a lake. You will receive an overview of paddle strokes to help you with maneuverability and then you will spend the majority of the time exploring on your own. All paddling equipment is provided. This class is designed for anyone wanting to get more comfortable in a kayak while being exposed to the fundamentals of boat control. Weather Dependent.

ages 14 and up

Want to try mountain biking? Come out to the MetroParks Mountain Biking Area (MoMBA) and borrow one of our bikes to ride for a lap or two. Bikes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Riders younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Helmets are required and are provided with the bikes. **Weather Dependent.**

This program is FREE to the public. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome: