The Village of Palmetto Bay has more than a dozen recreation programs running through December, with youth offerings launching in September and adult classes already underway.
Jennifer Zika, the village's Special Events & Programs coordinator, said the lineup spans locations across town. "All youth programs run September through December, except for the YMCA Adaptive Activities which starts in October," Zika told Miami Community Newspapers on Aug. 20. "Adult programs are already in progress and continue through December."
Here's what's on the schedule:
Yoga by the Bay meets Sundays at 9:30 a.m. at Thalatta Estate, 17301 Old Cutler Road, on the shore of Biscayne Bay. Instructors lead participants through breathing, energizing, restorative relaxation and meditation practices. Cost is $6 plus a convenience fee per person, per class. Registration closes at 3 p.m. the Friday before each session and reopens the following Monday.
Stretch & Relax for Active Adults is a chair-exercise class at Palmetto Bay Park on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., offered through a partnership with Baptist Health. No registration required.
Pilates Core & Stretch meets Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Perrine Community House. Free and run with Baptist Health, the class focuses on core strength using Pilates variations. Spots are limited; sign up on-site and bring your own mat and water.
Knit & Crochet Group gathers at the Coral Reef Park Recreation Center on Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m. and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free and open to all skill levels. Sign up on-site and bring your own yarn, tools and patterns.
Mahjong & Cards Group shares the same schedule and location as the crafting group. Free, all levels welcome. Bring your own cards, Mahjong set or other game materials. Sign up on-site.
Adult Pickleball Clinics are held at Coral Reef Park, led by a Top Spin coach. Beginner and intermediate sessions are available; check the village's MyRec registration platform for specific dates and times.
The Coral Reef Park Recreation Center, which opened March 7 with 5,000 square feet of indoor space including an exercise room, multipurpose room and wrap-around porch, serves as the hub for many of these offerings.
New this fall, the YMCA is partnering with the village to bring youth programs including Teen Leaders Club, Tiny Tumblers and Robotics starting in September, with Adaptive Activities following in October.
All programs are subject to change for holidays or weather.
Upcoming dates:
- September: Youth programs begin village-wide
- October: YMCA Adaptive Activities launch
- Registration: Browse the full schedule at palmettobayfl.myrec.com or call Parks and Recreation at 305-259-1255
