Healthy Bergen, Powered By The Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP), Hosts Get Fit Classes in Bergen County
Hackensack, N.J. (May 05, 2025) — Healthy Bergen, powered by the Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP), is pleased to announce the 2025 spring schedule for free yoga and fitness classes for Bergen County residents ages 18 and older throughout May and June in collaboration with the Bergen County Department of Parks, Bergen County Department of Health Services, Englewood Health, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center and The Valley Hospital.
Beginner and intermediate level yoga classes are hosted at Overpeck Park from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Moderate and advanced yoga classes are offered at Riverside County Park from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, and functional fitness classes are hosted at Van Saun County Park from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Thursdays. Classes are free and open to the Bergen County public. Registration is not required, but preferred, and can be done online at https://www.healthybergen.org/getfit. If the class is full, walk-ins are welcome.
Class schedule is as follows (please plan to arrive 10 minutes prior to the class start time):
YOGA IN THE PARK - Overpeck Park
Beginner and intermediate level yoga
50-54 Fort Lee Rd.
Leonia, NJ 07605
Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27, June 3
YOGA IN THE PARK - Riverside County Park
Intermediate and advanced level yoga
315 Riverside Ave,
Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28, June 4
FUNCTION FITNESS - Van Saun County Park
Class includes a range of workouts, including stretching, body weight resistance, calisthenics, and aerobic movements
216 Forest Ave,
Paramus, NJ 07652
Thursdays- from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
May 8, May 15, May 22, May 29, June 5
“In collaboration with our community partners, we’re proud to offer Get Fit classes to the Bergen County community,” said Lisa Pinto, CHIP Coordinator. “Thanks to the support of our local parks and instructors, these classes advance Health Bergen’s mission by connecting residents to the programs and resources they need to live healthier, more active lives.”
To register for Get Fit classes or to learn more about Healthy Bergen, powered by the Community Health Improvement Partnership, please visit https://www.healthybergen.org/.
About Healthy Bergen Powered By CHIP
Founded in 1996 with four member hospitals, Healthy Bergen (formerly the Community Health Improvement Partnership of Bergen County) unites the county’s hospitals, public health officials, social service providers, and community stakeholders to create a healthier Bergen County. With staff and volunteers reflecting the community’s diversity, Healthy Bergen connects individuals to the care and services they need.
Healthy Bergen brings the combined healthcare resources and expertise of their member institutions/organizations to bear in educating, engaging and helping Bergen County residents live happy, healthy lives. Through a coordinated effort, Healthy Bergen builds bridges between individuals, organizations and services to support the health and well-being of everyone in Bergen County, with a particular focus on the areas of greatest need.
Every three years, Healthy Bergen coordinates a comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) to identify the most pressing healthcare needs across the county. They share the results with the community and collaborate with their partners to address these needs, improving the health and well-being of all Bergen County residents.
To learn more about Healthy Bergen, please visit https://www.healthybergen.org/