Do you think you can leap like a grasshopper or sprint like a tiger beetle? Can you crawl like an inchworm or dance like a bee? Then join us for the Insect Olympics and prove that you're an "Arthropod Athlete"! We will learn all about the amazing ways insects move their bodies and give you the chance to test your own athletic skills with bug-themed games! Bring a snack and a full water bottle, and wear closed-toe shoes. For ages 7-12. Meet at the Cypress Shelter.
Schedule:
Jul 29, 2026
Wednesday from 9am to Noon
Duration: 3 hours
Ages: Age at least 7 yrs but less than 12y 11m,
WAKE · Cypress Shelter at Harris Lake County Park · Wake County Parks
Barre & Sculpt is a full-body workout that combines the precision of barre with traditional strength training. Using elements of ballet, Pilates, yoga, and functional fitness, you'll strengthen and tone your muscles through small, controlled movements, hand weight exercises, and mat work, then finish with a relaxing stretch. This low-impact class is designed to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and muscular endurance.
HOLLY SPRINGS · W.E. Hunt Recreation Center · Holly Springs Parks & Rec
Participants will learn the fundamentals of Modern Dance through individual creativity, flowing movements, and interpretive style. Modern Dance is dramatic and touches on the dancer's emotions. No experience is necessary.
Ages: Age at least 5 yrs but less than 15 yrs,
Ready for a fun, energetic morning, dancing with friends? This program offers basic square dancing and line dancing for mature adults. Bringing a partner is helpful, but not necessary.
Ages: Age at least 50 yrs but less than 200 yrs,
DURHAM · Edison Johnson Rec Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music dance themes, which creates a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! Zumba combines high-energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. Multi-use and monthly wellness passes available.
Ages: Age at least 19 yrs but less than 200 yrs,
DURHAM · Holton Career and Resource Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Whether you are interested in Belly Dance or just looking for a fun way to exercise – this is the class for you! Designed with beginners in mind, this step-by-step class will teach the fundamental belly dance movements, combinations, and shimmies. Come get your hips moving as we increase strength, mobility, flexibility, posture, and self-confidence! Dress in comfortable athletic wear, shoes and hip scarves optional, suitable for all body types and ability levels.
Ages: Age at least 19 yrs but less than 200 yrs,
DURHAM · Walltown Park Rec Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Line dance refers to a range of choreographed routines danced in a group without partners. It's a great workout for the body and mind; participants will learn a limited number of basic level dances. No prior experience is required.
Ages: Age at least 19 yrs but less than 200 yrs,
DURHAM · Edison Johnson Rec Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Line dance refers to a range of choreographed routines danced in a group without partners. It's a great workout for the body and mind; participants will learn a limited number of basic level dances. No prior experience is required.
Ages: Age at least 19 yrs but less than 50 yrs,
Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience filled with music, exciting relay games, and sports competitions tailored to enhance muscular strength, flexibility, and mobility. This dynamic class features a combination of dance, friendly competitions, and collaborative activities to foster a strong sense of camaraderie. Its specifically crafted for energetic mature adults eager to stay active and engaged. This is a drop-in exercise program. Fees listed are per class.
Ages: 50 yrs +,
DPR Dance House is a competitive dance program designed to promote skill development, discipline, and structured learning in a positive and supportive environment. Participants will receive training in a variety of dance styles, including Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, and Majorette, while enhancing coordination, teamwork, confidence, and performance abilities.
Throughout the program, participants will have opportunities to showcase their growth and talents through scheduled performances and community events.
Ages: Age at least 7 yrs but less than 14 yrs,
Youth learn dance styles, skills, and technique with an emphasis on black cultural practices and genres for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African diasporic heritage arts.
Ages: Age at least 7 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
DURHAM · Holton Career and Resource Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music dance themes, which creates a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! Zumba combines high-energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. Multi-use and monthly wellness passes available. Masks and social distancing will be required.
Ages: Age at least 19 yrs but less than 50 yrs,
DURHAM · Edison Johnson Rec Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music dance themes, which creates a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! Zumba combines high-energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. Multi-use and monthly wellness passes available.
Ages: Age at least 13 yrs but less than 200 yrs,
DURHAM · Walltown Park Rec Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Have nothing to do on a Friday? Looking for a safe and relaxing atmosphere? Look no further! Come out to play basketball, video games, surf the Internet, learn to dance and much more. Participants 18 years old will be asked to present a valid high school ID in order to participate.
Ages: Age at least 13 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
DURHAM · Weaver Street Rec Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec