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It’s a New Year, Here’s 20+ free workouts, hikes & yoga classes to kick off 2018
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It’s a New Year, Here’s 20+ free workouts, hikes & yoga classes to kick off 2018 with bad-ass Friday hill-top workouts, Free Saturday yoga in Golden Gate Park, a free monthly workout from Fitbit, break a sweat (and cut a rug) with free outdoor swing dancing, and tons more ideas to get you moving and making new friends in 2018.

 


Saturday, September 30

Ocean Safety + 2023 Surf Awareness Day at Linda Mar Beach (Pacifica)
Ocean Safety + 2023 Surf Awareness Day at Linda Mar Beach (Pacifica)
Calling all NorCal surfers, free-divers, open water sports enthusiasts and beach-goers! We’re stoked to bring you Right of Wave: Ocean Safety and Surf Awareness Day on Saturday, September 30th at Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica. You’re invited to attend a free day of workshops and ...
Mavericks Surf Festival 2023 (Sept. 30 – Oct. 1)
Saturday, September 30 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Pillar Point Harbor
Mavericks Surf Festival 2023 (Sept. 30 - Oct. 1)

Come celebrate Mavericks and the men and women who dare to surf one of the most feared breaks on the planet! The Mavericks Awards big-wave surfing video contest will present its annual Mavericks Festival, a free celebration for the community, on Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October ...

Sunday, October 1

SF’s 49ers vs. Cardinals Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium
SF’s 49ers vs. Cardinals Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium

Avoid traffic and insane parking fees and leave the driving to someone else. Arrive home safely and in style. Hop on a San Francisco luxury shuttle from M Ride, for a round trip ride from San Francisco’s Marina District to Levi’s Stadium. M Ride 49ers ...

Mavericks Surf Festival 2023 (Sept. 30 – Oct. 1)
Sunday, October 1 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Pillar Point Harbor
Mavericks Surf Festival 2023 (Sept. 30 - Oct. 1)

Come celebrate Mavericks and the men and women who dare to surf one of the most feared breaks on the planet! The Mavericks Awards big-wave surfing video contest will present its annual Mavericks Festival, a free celebration for the community, on Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October ...

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)
Sunday, October 1 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Skatin' Place
Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

There is a place in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park that is heaven for Bay Area inline skaters and roller skaters who like to boogie to the funky beat on wheels. The Godfather of Skate brings his mobile DJ unit and plays groovy tunes for ...Every Sunday

SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Chair Yoga Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, October 1 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's Free "Sundays at the Beach" Chair Yoga Day (Great Highway)

Welcome to Sundays at the Beach! With help from @avenuegreenlight and our friends across the neighborhood, we’re excited to bring free community events to Great Highway Park every weekend for the next year. 1st Sunday: Chair Yoga, 2pm @ Irving 2nd Sunday: Live Music, 1-3 ...Monthly

Wednesday, October 4

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | SF
Wednesday, October 4 – 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
| Secret Location (SF)
Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | SF

This one hour class provides an introduction to IMPACT Bay Area’s style of empowerment self-defense. In this class students develop intuition, situational awareness, congruent body language and verbal skills to deescalate and deter assault and harassment, as well as learn two simple and effective physical ...Monthly

Thursday, October 5

Free 30-Minute Core & Stretch Express | Salesforce Park
Thursday, October 5 – 12:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Salesforce Park
Free 30-Minute Core & Stretch Express | Salesforce Park

Take a break from your desk with this 30-minute express lunchtime class every Thursday from 12:30 pm to 1 pm. Pair with Express Bootcamp beforehand for a full body workout.Every Thursday

Friday, October 6

San Francisco Bike Party (First Fridays)
Friday, October 6 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (SF)
San Francisco Bike Party (First Fridays)

San Francisco Bike Party  (not to be confused with Critical Mass) is a monthly celebration of biking for riders of different ages, types, and skill levels to enjoy. Every month is a different theme and you’re encouraged to dress up. San Francisco Bike Party is held on ...Monthly

Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday
Friday, October 6 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday

Oakland Critical Mass is a monthly group bike ride that takes place every first Friday of the month, which starts at 8 pm at the BikeLink bike lockers at 14th and Broadway, and ends at 23rd and Telegraph where Oakland Art Murmur is underway. Critical Mass is argued ...Monthly

Sunday, October 8

SF’s 49ers vs. Cowboys Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium
SF’s 49ers vs. Cowboys Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium

Avoid traffic and insane parking fees and leave the driving to someone else. Arrive home safely and in style. Hop on a San Francisco luxury shuttle from M Ride, for a round trip ride from San Francisco’s Marina District to Levi’s Stadium. M Ride 49ers ...

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)
Sunday, October 8 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Skatin' Place
Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

There is a place in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park that is heaven for Bay Area inline skaters and roller skaters who like to boogie to the funky beat on wheels. The Godfather of Skate brings his mobile DJ unit and plays groovy tunes for ...Every Sunday

Monday, October 9

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley
Monday, October 9 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
| Sports Basement (Berkeley)
Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

This one hour class provides an introduction to IMPACT Bay Area’s style of empowerment self-defense. In this class students develop intuition, situational awareness, congruent body language and verbal skills to deescalate and deter assault and harassment, as well as learn two simple and effective physical ...Monthly

Thursday, October 12

Free 30-Minute Core & Stretch Express | Salesforce Park
Thursday, October 12 – 12:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Salesforce Park
Free 30-Minute Core & Stretch Express | Salesforce Park

Take a break from your desk with this 30-minute express lunchtime class every Thursday from 12:30 pm to 1 pm. Pair with Express Bootcamp beforehand for a full body workout.Every Thursday

Friday, October 13

East Bay Bike Party (Every Second Friday)
Friday, October 13 – 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (East Bay)
East Bay Bike Party (Every Second Friday)

The East Bay Bike Party is a monthly mobile party for riders of all ages, experience levels, and bike types, to meet, ride, and play together in the streets on the second Friday of the month with upwards of 400 riders usually meeting near an East ...Monthly

Saturday, October 14

Free Beginner Parkour “Urban Ninja” Class
Saturday, October 14 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location
Free Beginner Parkour "Urban Ninja" Class

SF Parkour hosts a free Beginner’s Parkour Class at noon on the second Saturday of each month. It is geared towards first timers and lasts 1.5 hours. Location: Each month the location rotates through Sunnyvale, UC Berkeley and the Embarcadero in SF. Please check the ...Monthly

Sunday, October 15

SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, October 15 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's Free "Sundays at the Beach" Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)

Join us for Tai Chi this Sunday! 10am at Judah and Great Highway Park This monthly course is for beginners and experienced students of tai chi alike. Plus, coffee is on us at @javabeachsf after the course. As a reminder, Sundays at the Beach is ...Monthly

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)
Sunday, October 15 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Skatin' Place
Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

There is a place in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park that is heaven for Bay Area inline skaters and roller skaters who like to boogie to the funky beat on wheels. The Godfather of Skate brings his mobile DJ unit and plays groovy tunes for ...Every Sunday

Thursday, October 19

Free 30-Minute Core & Stretch Express | Salesforce Park
Thursday, October 19 – 12:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Salesforce Park
Free 30-Minute Core & Stretch Express | Salesforce Park

Take a break from your desk with this 30-minute express lunchtime class every Thursday from 12:30 pm to 1 pm. Pair with Express Bootcamp beforehand for a full body workout.Every Thursday

Friday, October 20

San Jose Bike Party
Friday, October 20 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Meet at 7:30 pm, roll at 8 pm.
| Secret San Jose Location
San Jose Bike Party

San Jose Bike Party is a place to ride bikes, make friends, and have a good time every third Friday of each month at 8 pm. San Jose is the largest city in Northern California, but they are hidden in the suburban sprawl. It’s time ...Monthly

Saturday, October 21

San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride | SF
Saturday, October 21 – 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (SF)
San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride | SF

Every third Saturday, you are invited to bicycle with the San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride as they set out to a new mystery location in SF. Where to meet? They’ll post ride start locations on their website and Facebook page, the day of the ride only; there’s ...Monthly

Sunday, October 22

SF’s “Sundays at the Beach” Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, October 22 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's "Sundays at the Beach" Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)

Come flow with us every 4th Sundays! After the community yoga class, enjoy a cup of coffee on us at @javabeachsf to warm you up from our San Francisco summer weather. 12pm, Judah and Great Highway Park BYO mat and coffee mug. No registration required, ...Monthly

Wednesday, October 25

SF’s North Beach Bike Fix-it + Repair Clinic
Wednesday, October 25 – 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | North Beach Library Community Room
SF's North Beach Bike Fix-it + Repair Clinic
Get professional help and learn how to repair your bicycles from bike mechanics. The San Francisco Environment Department and Bay Area Bike Mobile provides team up to provide free tune ups and repairs, fix flat tires, adjust brakes and gears, and replace minor parts (except ...

Sunday, October 29

SF’s 49ers vs. Bengals Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium
SF’s 49ers vs. Bengals Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium

Avoid traffic and insane parking fees and leave the driving to someone else. Arrive home safely and in style. Hop on a San Francisco luxury shuttle from M Ride, for a round trip ride from San Francisco’s Marina District to Levi’s Stadium. M Ride 49ers ...

Wednesday, November 1

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | SF
Wednesday, November 1 – 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
| Secret Location (SF)
Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | SF

This one hour class provides an introduction to IMPACT Bay Area’s style of empowerment self-defense. In this class students develop intuition, situational awareness, congruent body language and verbal skills to deescalate and deter assault and harassment, as well as learn two simple and effective physical ...Monthly

Friday, November 3

San Francisco Bike Party (First Fridays)
Friday, November 3 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (SF)
San Francisco Bike Party (First Fridays)

San Francisco Bike Party  (not to be confused with Critical Mass) is a monthly celebration of biking for riders of different ages, types, and skill levels to enjoy. Every month is a different theme and you’re encouraged to dress up. San Francisco Bike Party is held on ...Monthly

Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday
Friday, November 3 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday

Oakland Critical Mass is a monthly group bike ride that takes place every first Friday of the month, which starts at 8 pm at the BikeLink bike lockers at 14th and Broadway, and ends at 23rd and Telegraph where Oakland Art Murmur is underway. Critical Mass is argued ...Monthly

Sunday, November 5

SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Chair Yoga Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, November 5 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's Free "Sundays at the Beach" Chair Yoga Day (Great Highway)

Welcome to Sundays at the Beach! With help from @avenuegreenlight and our friends across the neighborhood, we’re excited to bring free community events to Great Highway Park every weekend for the next year. 1st Sunday: Chair Yoga, 2pm @ Irving 2nd Sunday: Live Music, 1-3 ...Monthly

Friday, November 10

East Bay Bike Party (Every Second Friday)
Friday, November 10 – 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (East Bay)
East Bay Bike Party (Every Second Friday)

The East Bay Bike Party is a monthly mobile party for riders of all ages, experience levels, and bike types, to meet, ride, and play together in the streets on the second Friday of the month with upwards of 400 riders usually meeting near an East ...Monthly

Saturday, November 11

Free National Parks Day (2023) Muir Woods + Yosemite for Veterans Day
Free National Parks Day (2023) Muir Woods + Yosemite for Veterans Day

Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from it all and clear your head with the peace and serenity of a national park. On certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry to all national parks and monuments including Muir Woods and Yosemite National Park and free ...

Free Beginner Parkour “Urban Ninja” Class
Saturday, November 11 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location
Free Beginner Parkour "Urban Ninja" Class

SF Parkour hosts a free Beginner’s Parkour Class at noon on the second Saturday of each month. It is geared towards first timers and lasts 1.5 hours. Location: Each month the location rotates through Sunnyvale, UC Berkeley and the Embarcadero in SF. Please check the ...Monthly

Monday, November 13

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley
Monday, November 13 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
| Sports Basement (Berkeley)
Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

This one hour class provides an introduction to IMPACT Bay Area’s style of empowerment self-defense. In this class students develop intuition, situational awareness, congruent body language and verbal skills to deescalate and deter assault and harassment, as well as learn two simple and effective physical ...Monthly

Friday, November 17

San Jose Bike Party
Friday, November 17 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Meet at 7:30 pm, roll at 8 pm.
| Secret San Jose Location
San Jose Bike Party

San Jose Bike Party is a place to ride bikes, make friends, and have a good time every third Friday of each month at 8 pm. San Jose is the largest city in Northern California, but they are hidden in the suburban sprawl. It’s time ...Monthly

Saturday, November 18

San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride | SF
Saturday, November 18 – 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (SF)
San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride | SF

Every third Saturday, you are invited to bicycle with the San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride as they set out to a new mystery location in SF. Where to meet? They’ll post ride start locations on their website and Facebook page, the day of the ride only; there’s ...Monthly

Sunday, November 19

SF’s 49ers vs. Buccaneers Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium
SF’s 49ers vs. Buccaneers Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium

Avoid traffic and insane parking fees and leave the driving to someone else. Arrive home safely and in style. Hop on a San Francisco luxury shuttle from M Ride, for a round trip ride from San Francisco’s Marina District to Levi’s Stadium. M Ride 49ers ...

SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, November 19 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's Free "Sundays at the Beach" Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)

Join us for Tai Chi this Sunday! 10am at Judah and Great Highway Park This monthly course is for beginners and experienced students of tai chi alike. Plus, coffee is on us at @javabeachsf after the course. As a reminder, Sundays at the Beach is ...Monthly

Sunday, November 26

SF’s “Sundays at the Beach” Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, November 26 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's "Sundays at the Beach" Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)

Come flow with us every 4th Sundays! After the community yoga class, enjoy a cup of coffee on us at @javabeachsf to warm you up from our San Francisco summer weather. 12pm, Judah and Great Highway Park BYO mat and coffee mug. No registration required, ...Monthly

Friday, December 1

Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday
Friday, December 1 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday

Oakland Critical Mass is a monthly group bike ride that takes place every first Friday of the month, which starts at 8 pm at the BikeLink bike lockers at 14th and Broadway, and ends at 23rd and Telegraph where Oakland Art Murmur is underway. Critical Mass is argued ...Monthly

Friday, December 8

East Bay Bike Party (Every Second Friday)
Friday, December 8 – 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (East Bay)
East Bay Bike Party (Every Second Friday)

The East Bay Bike Party is a monthly mobile party for riders of all ages, experience levels, and bike types, to meet, ride, and play together in the streets on the second Friday of the month with upwards of 400 riders usually meeting near an East ...Monthly

Saturday, December 9

Free Beginner Parkour “Urban Ninja” Class
Saturday, December 9 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location
Free Beginner Parkour "Urban Ninja" Class

SF Parkour hosts a free Beginner’s Parkour Class at noon on the second Saturday of each month. It is geared towards first timers and lasts 1.5 hours. Location: Each month the location rotates through Sunnyvale, UC Berkeley and the Embarcadero in SF. Please check the ...Monthly

Sunday, December 10

SF’s 49ers vs. Seahawks Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium
SF’s 49ers vs. Seahawks Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium

Avoid traffic and insane parking fees and leave the driving to someone else. Arrive home safely and in style. Hop on a San Francisco luxury shuttle from M Ride, for a round trip ride from San Francisco’s Marina District to Levi’s Stadium. M Ride 49ers ...

Friday, December 15

San Jose Bike Party
Friday, December 15 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Meet at 7:30 pm, roll at 8 pm.
| Secret San Jose Location
San Jose Bike Party

San Jose Bike Party is a place to ride bikes, make friends, and have a good time every third Friday of each month at 8 pm. San Jose is the largest city in Northern California, but they are hidden in the suburban sprawl. It’s time ...Monthly

Saturday, December 16

San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride | SF
Saturday, December 16 – 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (SF)
San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride | SF

Every third Saturday, you are invited to bicycle with the San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride as they set out to a new mystery location in SF. Where to meet? They’ll post ride start locations on their website and Facebook page, the day of the ride only; there’s ...Monthly

Sunday, December 17

SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, December 17 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's Free "Sundays at the Beach" Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)

Join us for Tai Chi this Sunday! 10am at Judah and Great Highway Park This monthly course is for beginners and experienced students of tai chi alike. Plus, coffee is on us at @javabeachsf after the course. As a reminder, Sundays at the Beach is ...Monthly

Sunday, December 24

SF’s “Sundays at the Beach” Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, December 24 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's "Sundays at the Beach" Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)

Come flow with us every 4th Sundays! After the community yoga class, enjoy a cup of coffee on us at @javabeachsf to warm you up from our San Francisco summer weather. 12pm, Judah and Great Highway Park BYO mat and coffee mug. No registration required, ...Monthly

Monday, December 25

SF’s 49ers vs. Ravens Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium
SF’s 49ers vs. Ravens Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium

Avoid traffic and insane parking fees and leave the driving to someone else. Arrive home safely and in style. Hop on a San Francisco luxury shuttle from M Ride, for a round trip ride from San Francisco’s Marina District to Levi’s Stadium. M Ride 49ers ...

Sunday, January 7

SF’s 49ers vs. Rams Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium
SF’s 49ers vs. Rams Luxury Shuttle Bus to Levi’s Stadium

Avoid traffic and insane parking fees and leave the driving to someone else. Arrive home safely and in style. Hop on a San Francisco luxury shuttle from M Ride, for a round trip ride from San Francisco’s Marina District to Levi’s Stadium. M Ride 49ers ...