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Free “Cardio Dance Wednesdays” Outdoor Fitness Class at SF’s Union Square (Spring 2025)

Every Wednesday Through April 30th.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Union Square Park | Geary and Powell, San Francisco, CA

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Free “Cardio Dance Wednesdays” Outdoor Fitness Class at SF’s Union Square (Spring 2025)

Get ready to move, groove, and feel amazing at this free outdoor fitness class led by Rae StudiosBreak a sweat and meet a new community at this rotating class. All participants should RSVP or be prepared to sign a waiver onsite each week. 5-6p

Spring 2025 Schedule

  • Feb 5: DRENCHED! With Jessica Rae and Diamond Jarrell
  • Feb 12: BollyX with Anushya Mani
  • Feb 19: Shuffle (Beginner) with Kylie Ireland and Christian Moran
  • Feb 26: Salsa Styling (Beginner) with Ava Apple
  • Mar 5: DRENCHED! With Jessica Rae and Diamond Jarrell
  • Mar 12: BollyX with Anushya Mani
  • Mar 19: Shuffle (Beginner) with Kylie Ireland and Christian Moran
  • Mar 26: Salsa Styling (Beginner) with Ava Apple
  • Apr 2: DRENCHED! With Jessica Rae and Diamond Jarrell
  • Apr 9: BollyX with Anushya Mani
  • Apr 16: Shuffle (Beginner) with Kylie Ireland and Christian Moran
  • Apr 23: Salsa Styling (Beginner) with Ava Apple
  • Apr 30: DRENCHED! With Jessica Rae and Diamond Jarrell

 

Union Square Plaza (333 Post Street) is your 2025 destination for fun, free outdoor programming. Come out to the park Tuesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a kids zone, giant games, recess cart, and reading and chess pavilion or break a sweat, listen to music or discover a new hobby. This week we have live music, a pirate party for kids, a cardio dance workout, chess and juggling lessons, crafts activities including an abstract dot collage and mural banner, an Irish heritage celebration, and more!

Union Square’s New Programs – THROUGH APRIL 30, 2025

Union Square will now host a variety of free activities from Tuesdays through Sundays, catering to both children and adults. Here’s what to expect:

Daily (Tuesday – Sunday, 9 AM – 6 PM):

  • Kids Zone: Padded turf, large foam play blocks, and children’s furniture
  • Recess Cart: Fun activities for kids
  • Big Games: Giant versions of classic games
  • Reading & Chess Pavilion: Books, chess, and other tabletop games

Weekly Highlights

Tuesday
10 – 11 AM: Toddler Tuesday
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Tuesday Blues (Live Music)

Wednesday
5 – 6 PM: Cardio Dance Wednesdays

Thursday
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Lunchbreak Music
4 – 6 PM: Crafternoon (Arts & Crafts)

Friday
10 AM – 1 PM: Chess Lessons & Social

Saturday
Noon – 2 PM: Juggling Lessons
11 AM – 2 PM: Second Saturdays Around the World (Monthly on Feb. 8, March 8, April 12)

Sunday
11 AM – 2 PM: Sunday Fundays (Jan. 30 – April 30, Powell St.)

New Amenities to Enjoy

Union Square is also adding new seating areas, games, and interactive spaces, making it an ideal place to relax, play, and socialize.

  • Kids Zone: A safe space with padded turf, foam play blocks, and children’s book carts
  • Craft Corner: A dedicated space for arts & crafts, table games, and bistro seating
  • Chess Pavilion & Reading Room: Includes chess, mahjong, giant Scrabble, and a book cart
  • Large Games Zone: Featuring ping pong tables, pop-a-shot basketball, and foosball (coming in spring)

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Downtown San Francisco, In Person, Outdoors, Sports & Wellness
Address: Geary and Powell, San Francisco, CA

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

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*Participation requires dining at a participating restaurant
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9:00 am   Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)  FREE*
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*FREE - FREE Parking
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*No admission charge. Wings are $1 each.
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*Includes 4 wine tastings plus all food
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