Health & Wellness
At the Park District of Oak Park, health and wellness includes both mind and body. When developing classes, programs, and events, the health and wellness of our community is at the forefront of planning and implementation. Our goal is to make it easy for our community, no matter age or ability, to engage in a healthier lifestyle.
Fitness Classes
From yoga to boxing to dance fitness, get moving in our guided fitness classes.
Community Recreation Center
Year-round access to a walking track, courts, a fitness center, and more.
Parks
Enjoy multi-generational playground equipment, nature play areas, fields, and outdoor fitness machines.
Walking Paths
Get moving while taking in the beauty all around. Click to see a map of available paths
Sports
Have fun and stay fit with soccer, tennis, skating, pickleball, sand volleyball, and so many other options!
Mental Health
Learn more about our partnership with the Community Mental Health Board and get involved!
The Value of Health & Wellness
From parks that promote exercise, to providing space for families and friends to play together, the Park District is a place for thriving. Check out some fast facts below:
- 97% of people report some feelings of inclusion or belong at their park and recreation spaces, according to a 2024 study by the National Recreation and Park Association.
- In Oak Park, 100% of residents live within a 10-minute walking distance of a park, enabling people across the town to get outside, get active, and play!
- Exposure to nature can reduce stress, promote relaxation, and boost focus. That’s why we continue to grow and care for our urban forest of over 2,500 trees!
- The Community Recreation Center was built as a hub for Oak Park residents to gather to improve not just physical health, but social, emotional, and mental wellbeing. Over 9,000 members take advantage of the walking track, gymnasium, esports lounge, fitness center, and Mental Health Board.
