Health & Fitness

Through the George Mullen Activity Center and the Morgan Family Community Center, North Port Parks & Recreation offers a variety of fitness programs and activities to promote a healthy lifestyle. Whether you're a beginner at the gym, don't have much fitness knowledge, or just enjoy working out with accountability buddies, group fitness classes may be your solution. Joining a class can help build a foundation and structure that you can use to fuel your personal health journey for years to come. Parks & Recreation offers a variety of group exercise classes to meet your needs. 

Learn more about the fitness classes available in the "Exercise & Fitness" section of the bi-annual Playbook.  For information on health and fitness opportunities, download the Playbook or call 941-429-7275 (PARK) and select option #4.

Achieve Anything Fitness Membership

Achieve your goals with an Achieve Anything Membership

The North Port Parks & Recreation Department offers the "Achieve Anything" membership(PDF, 5MB)  to promote a healthy lifestyle and enhance body and mind. Whether it’s visiting one of our fitness centers or participating in select activities, membership is full of opportunities at an affordable rate.

Membership benefits

  • Deep discounts of over 84% from the non-member daily drop-in fee
  • Free admission to open gym, volleyball, indoor soccer, and pickleball
  • Free admission to the Morgan Center’s teen room and game room
  • Free membership orientation

Options & costs

  • Both North Port residents and non-residents can enjoy the benefits of being a member.
  • Memberships are available in one and 12-month duration's for individuals over 18, families, veteran and senior memberships.
  • Youth (ages 11-17) and Student (ages 18-25 with school I.D.) memberships are available on an annual basis only.
  • All annual memberships excluding the Youth membership have affordable installment billing options. All billing installments are billed at the beginning of each quarter (January, April, July, October). Termination of a reoccurring payment authorization for an Achieve Anything Membership requires notification 15 days prior to the next billing.
  • Proof of residency includes a drivers license, State ID, North Port Utilities bill, a rental agreement, an FPL bill, and school registration forms.

With several different membership options(PDF, 245KB), you can find the plan that best suits you!

D-Fy Membership

Drug Free Youth is an initiative for youth in grade 6th-12th to commit to being drug, alcohol, and tobacco free. Membership in D-Fy provides youth with a complimentary Achieve Anything membership. D-Fy is currently held at the Morgan Family Community Center on a monthly basis during the school year, from 2:30-5:30 p.m. A signed parent/guardian waiver is required. Call 941-429-PARK(7275) or visit northportdfy.com for more information.

Adult Boxing Class

The Parkinson's Boxing class will empower participants while developing their balance and lightning quick combinations. The class is based on two basic principles: footwork and combinations, and includes everything from jumping rope and punching bags, to tossing medicine balls.

AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE LOCATION
18+ M/TH Ongoing 9-10 a.m. $10/class MFCC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

Youth Boxing Class

This class teaches the fundamentals of boxing along with the work ethic and discipline of the sport. Participants will gain improvement in both physical and mental strength. 

AGE  DAY DATE TIME FEE LOCATION 
8+ W/F  Ongoing 6-7 p.m. $10/class MFCC 

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd. 

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

Bodies in Motion

Looking to improve your core strength and balance? This class will focus on both while enjoying music.

AGE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION
18+ M/W/F 9-10 a.m. $6/class NPSH

NPSH = North Port Scout House, 5845 Greenwood Ave.

Fit-Teen University

Elevate your teen's fitness savvy with our specialized training class. Learn exercise basics, safety, gym etiquette, and equipment use. Ages 13-15 gain gym independence after completion. Classes are offered by appointment. Call 941-429-PARK (7275) to register.

 AGE DAY/DATE/TIME  FEE LOCATION
 13-15 By appointment $25 MFCC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd. 

NEW - Grand Rising Flow Yoga

Set against the backdrop of lush greenery and the peaceful natural spring, this class offers a perfect blend of relaxation and rejuvenation. Allow yourself to unwind as you breathe deeply, stretch gently and reconnect with your inner calm.  Whether you're seasoned or new to yoga, join us for a revitalizing experience that nurtures both the body and mind!

Classes take place every Tues., Wed., Sat. from 8-8:45 a.m.
Drop in: $15/class
Punch Passes are available for purchase to receive a multi-class discounted rate.
See attendant to register for class and for Punch Pass details.

 

Hydro Fitness

Get active and fit without stress on your joints! Hydro-fitness utilizes a timed-interval format along with resistance-based exercise to target every major muscle group.

AGE DAY DATE  TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION
11+ TU/W/TH/F Ongoing 8:30-9:30 a.m. $8/class or $40/8 Competition Pool, NPAC  Drop-in 

NPAC = North Port Aquatic Center, 6205 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

Jazzercise

Choregraphed to today's hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga and kickboxing.

AGE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION
13+ M/W/F 6:30-7:30 PM $50/monthly MFCC
13+ TU/TH 9-10:30 a.m. $50/monthly NPSH
13+ S 9-10:30 a.m. $50/monthly GMAC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.
NPSH = North Port Scout House, 5845 Greenwood Ave.
GMAC = George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

Line Dancing

Line Dancing is an easy way to have fun while you exercise your body and mind. Wear smooth bottomed shoes with backs and bring water. First class is free to new participants. 

NOTE: New participants will be unable to join beginner line dancing after June 26. The next beginner line dancing class enrollment will begin October 2.  

 AGE  LEVEL DAY TIME FEE LOCATION
18+ Intermediate M 1-3 p.m. $5/class MFCC
18+ Improver M 6-8 p.m. $5/class MFCC 
18+ Novice TU noon-2 p.m. $5/class MFCC 
18+ Beginner W 9:30-10:30 a.m. $5/class MFCC 
18+ Improver W 10:30-11:30 a.m. $5/class MFCC 
18+ Improver+ TH  11 a.m.-1 p.m. $5/class MFCC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

 

Line Dancing Social

Come dance for enjoyment, socialization, recreation, and health.

AGE DAY/DATES TIME FEE LOCATION
18+ Coming soon! 1-3 p.m. $6/class MFCC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

Pound

This jam session is inspired by the energizing and sweat dripping fun of playing the drums for a full body workout. Combines cardio, conditioning and strength training with Yoga and Pilates inspired movements.

AGE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION
16+ W 6:45-7:30 p.m. $8/class or $40/8 MFCC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

 

TRX Bootcamp

This class combines suspension training with weights and bursts of cardio while focusing on strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability.

AGE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION
18+ TU/TH 5:30-6:15 p.m. $8/class or $40/8 MFCC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

Waves Bootcamp

Come make waves in our all new bootcamp — a high-intensity year-round fitness class that will burn calories, tone muscles, and build core strength. 

AGE DAY DATE  TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION 
11+ S Ongoing  8:30-9:30 a.m. $8/class or $40/8 Dive Well, NPAC Drop-in 

NPAC = North Port Aquatic Center, 6205 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

Yogatology

Joyful, gentle movements using techniques from Yoga, Tai Chi and ballet to improve flexibility, balance and coordination, particularly of the body's core. Standing and seated (no floor work). Positivity is inspiring. First class free to new participants. 

AGE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION
50+ TU/F 9:30-10:30 a.m. $8/class or $40/8 MFCC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

 

Z-Tone Up

A Light Weight Training class that Sculpts-Tones-Strengthens. A combination of targeted body exercises and high-energy cardio dance movements incorporating light weights (1-3 lbs. max) and other fitness equipment to create a calorie-torching, full-body strength training fitness party!

AGE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION
16+ W 6-6:35 p.m. $5/class or $40/8 MFCC

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.

 

 

 

Zumba

Elevate your workout with a unique fitness program that blends Latin and international music into exhilarating dance routines. First class free to new participants. 

 AGE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION
 18+ TU/TH 6:30-7:30 p.m. $8/class or $40/8 MFCC
 18+ W/F 6-7 p.m. $8/class or $40/8 MFCC 

MFCC = Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd.

Fee paid at front desk at time of class.