Area Resources

Check out the websites below to find physical activity classes, clubs or programs that are free, low-cost and/or offer discounts or scholarships.

Albemarle Parks and Recreation

Albemarle Parks and Recreation offers dance, aerobics, Pilates, yoga, karate, self defense, fitness and special interest classes at various schools within Albemarle County.

Charlottesville City Parks, Recreation and Golf

Charlottesville City Parks, Recreation and Golf offers classes in a variety of activities, such as swimming, tennis, gymnastics, dance, yoga and martial arts. It also sponsors adult basketball, softball, volleyball leagues.

Outdoor Adventure Social Club

Outdoor Adventure Social Club offers daily adventures - such as hiking, biking, canoeing, rafting, backpacking, caving, snow skiing - and a variety of social activities. Beginners are welcome; gear and equipment are provided. Join us for a FREE monthly presentation about the club, activities and membership (50% discount for qualifying Local Motion applicants).

QCC Walks!

QCC Walks! meets on Saturday mornings in different Charlottesville City neighborhoods for a pre-mapped out walk, working their way from 1/2 to four miles.

Safe Routes to Schools

Safe Routes to Schools provides in-school pedestrian and bicycle safety lessons for thousands of area students. The program coordinates walk-to-school events and programs at elementary schools in both the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County. This is an initiative of the Alliance for Community Choice in Transportation.

Youth Physical Activity Resource Guide

Youth Physical Activity Resource Guide lists opportunities in 25 different types of physical activity for children and teens in Charlottesville-Albemarle and surrounding counties. It was compiled by our local Childhood Obesity Task Force. Go to their site and click on "Youth Activity Guide" on the navigation bar.

Local Motion is compiling resources for area residents. Check back as our list grows!