Free Fitness Classes in Austin

Posted by Realty Austin on August 4th, 2021

With so much activity constantly going on around the city, it comes as no surprise that Austin continues to rank among the fittest cities in the United States. What better way to join in on the activity than doing it for free! Check out our list of the best places to get a free workout in; from yoga to running, this city has it all!

Austin Runners Club

Multiple Locations Multiple Times

Austin Runners Club offers training groups around Austin almost any day of the week! The mileage and paces vary, but these are generally fun easy-going runs! The club runs 5 to 10 miles around the Town Lake Trail every Mondays. So bring your running shoes and some determination and get ready to run! If you are interested in running with a different group, their site lists other running groups clubs you can join!

Camp Gladiator

Multiple Locations Multiple Times

Camp Gladiator's mission is to positively impact as many lives as possible! It’s more than a gym; it’s more than a boot camp, it’s an experience! Camps are four weeks of unlimited, one-hour, full-body workouts. Make sure to bring a mat, dumbbells, water and a towel! Ask your friends at Camp Gladiator for a code or go sign up for a full month of workouts free! There’s no reason to be intimidated! Come to camp, meet your trainer and you’ll be hooked!

CrossFit Austin

Multiple Locations Multiple Times

Check out one of the free, monthly community classes at CrossFit Central! With locations in downtown and North Austin, there’s every reason to become a part of this cult classic. CrossFit Central is dedicated to helping people reach their goals and build a fit community.

Dancing with The White Horse

500 Comal St, Austin, TX 78702 Multiple Times

Austin has some of the best dancers, and now they can teach you how to dance too! They will be teaching Cajun Dance, Swing Dance, and the Texas Two Step. These free lessons are great for beginners, practice or just for fun! While dancing, there will be live music; which means you can show off your new moves!

Dane’s Body Shop

Multiple Locations Multiple Times

Never visited Dane's Body Shop? Then come out and workout every first and third Sunday of each month for a free workout! The workouts can sometimes include climbing, jumping, and other activities that are on the ground or at low, medium, or high distances off the ground. Make sure to sign their liability waiver before working out!

Gym Studios

Multiple Locations Multiple Times

The mission of Gym Studios is to build a healthier culture through fitness and a healthy community. Their group fitness classes will transform the gyms of the best luxury apartments into functional boutique studios. If you are a resident of any of these properties (Azul Lakeshore, IMT at the Domain, Villages at the Domain, Kenzie at the Domain, Bexley at Whitestone, The Arnold, South Shore District, Lake Shore Pearl, Eastside Station, The Standard at the Domain, University House, Groves South Lamar, Folio Apartments, Indie Apartments and WeWork), you can apply your Free Resident Membership, which gives you unlimited group fitness classes. If you don’t live at their properties, you can still join their classes or train with their personal trainers. Once you sign up, you can get one week of free classes!

No Excuses Running Club

Multiple Locations Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m.

No Excuses Running Club meets on Mondays and Wednesdays for a warm-up, and running activities! There will be multiple drills, your choice of short or long distance workouts, a cool-down, and group stretching. All running levels are welcome to join the free groups. Be prepared for a focused group!

November Project

Multiple Locations Wednesdays and Fridays at 6 a.m.

November Project Austin keeps it weird and fit by bringing together people of all athletic abilities to have a blast and workout for free! Come out and workout with them two times per week at 6 am! This tight-knit group meets Wednesdays at the State Capitol steps, and Fridays at the Federal Courthouse steps (by Republic Square Park).

Rowing Dock Yappy Hour

2418 Stratford Dr, Austin, TX 78746 Tuesdays at 12 p.m.

Join Rowing Dock for their Yappy Hour every Tuesdays and get your second hour of paddle boarding free! You can even enjoy the views of downtown Austin while paddling on the lake with your dog!

Salsa Lessons with Dance U2 Austin

Multiple Locations Multiple Times

At Dance U2, their goal is to connect two dance partners as one and bring all different types of partners dancing together as one community! They are fun, friendly, and love to meet new friends socializing at their dance parties and events. Make new friends while learning Salsa, Cha-cha, Merengue, Bachata, Tango, Swing, Ballroom, and Country Two-step all for free! Plus, it's the perfect opportunity to explore current Austin salsa clubs and events!

Scout-a-Route

400 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78701 Saturdays at 9 a.m.

The Scout-a-Route meetup is hosted by Mellow Johnny’s and co-hosted with Bike Austin. This meetup is the perfect way to exercise while learning about commuting through the city! The routes are designed to help riders navigate the city bike routes and other safe bike commuting options. Before the ride, you can meet at Juan Pelota Café 30 minutes before start time for a refreshment! They also offer other intermediate and advanced classes!

Social Cycling Austin

Multiple Locations Multiple Times

Cycling is one of the most popular ways to get fit in Austin (there are cyclists everywhere), and it comes to no surprise that there are cycling groups like Social Cycling Austin! So, get your butt on a bike and hit the road! Social Cycling Austin is a great group that’s bringing together all kinds of people (and bike riders). Whether it’s mountain biking or road cycling, they definitely have an event on their schedule that’s perfect for you!

Wanderlust Yoga

206 E 4th St, Austin, TX 78701 Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.

At Wanderlust, their PURPOSE is to create a community that inspires people to better their lives and make a difference. Their PASSION is to offer a unique experience that builds courage, freedom, mindfulness, and vitality. Join Wanderlust for a FREE community class every Wednesday at 4:30 pm led by one of their recent Teacher Training graduates!

Yoga at Cherrywood Coffee House

1400 E 38th 1/2 St, Austin, TX 78722 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.

At Cherrywood Coffeehouse, they believe yoga supports the community in body, mind, and spirit. So, come out to Cherrywood Coffee House and participate in free yoga! Their free community yoga takes place Monday through Friday from 8 am to 9 am. All levels welcome, and yoga mats available to use. Once yoga is finished, stay at Cherrywood for a longer visit and enjoy their breakfast! They have muffins, scones, pastries, and breakfast tacos!

Yoga in the Park

Multiple Locations Multiple Times

Come out to Shipe Park and enjoy a free yoga class with yoga instructor Gundega! Engaging in yoga (especially outside) is a great way for you to relax and ease your mind off of things! For the winter season, Yoga in the Park will be held indoors. Yoga in the Park is offered for donations and the donations go to the GreaterGood Network; who gives your donations to non-profit charities around the world!   If you list isn’t extensive enough, check out even more free workouts at freeaustinworksouts.com and free yoga classes at theunconventionalvegan.com.