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Gowanus Fitness Guide
Experience the captivating blend of history and wellness in Gowanus. Once a manufacturing industry hub along its iconic Canal, this neighborhood now cherishes its nostalgic architecture and embraces a thriving health and wellness scene. Indulge in fresh local cuisine and discover a community that motivates you to break a sweat unconventionally and adopt a healthier, more vibrant you.
Parks and Community Pools Cost You Nothing But Sweat
Basketball | Playground | Turf Field
Ennis Playground offers a variety of family-friendly outdoor activities, including basketball courts, playground equipment, sprinklers, and a spacious turf field for sports and picnicking.
Basketball | Playground | Handball
This park has basketball and handball courts, a playground, picnic tables, a walkway, and an adjacent outdoor pool for an activity-filled day.
Intermediate Pool | Wading Pool
Douglas and Degraw Pool is a go-to destination for families in the community to beat the summer heat. There's a wading pool, intermediate pool, and seating.
Nicholas Naquan Heyward Jr. Park
Basketball | Playground | Handball
The park was renamed in honor of Nicholas Naquan Heyward Jr, a resident in the nearby housing complex. It features a playground, basketball, handball courts, and sprinklers.
Seating | Walking Path | City Views
Gowanus Canal Park is a scenic waterfront open space that offers various seating options. It's perfect for a relaxing walk and enjoying beautiful views.
Get Movin' at a Gym, Fitness Facility, Studio, or Pool
Rock Climb | Fitness Center | Yoga
The Cliffs at Gowanus is a fitness adventure offering a rock climbing experience, including 300+ top rope and boulder problems, a fitness center, classes, and a sauna.
Climbing | Fitness Classes | Yoga
Bouldering Project is a fun, inspiring, inclusive climbing, movement, and community space. They also offer open fitness spaces designed to let you move how you want.
Classes | Open Gym | Physical Therapy
A boutique strength training gym where you can expect positive energy & healthy vibez. You can even grab a smoothie, bowl, or coffee after your workout.
Classes | Space Rental
Dancewave is committed to youth empowerment and whole-person development, offering a community-oriented dance experience accessible to all, serving ages 3 - 103.
Classes | Nutrition Program
The F stands for functional training, a mix of circuit and HIIT-style workouts geared towards everyday movement. 45 is the total amount of time for sweat-dripping, heart-pumping fun.
Group Classes | Personal Training | Nutrition
Gowanus Fitness is a gym designed to increase strength, build endurance, and enhance physique. With a dedicated coaching staff and supportive community, they offer a range of programs.
Dance Classes | Fitness Classes | Space Rental
Spoke the Hub is a neighborhood treasure that offers a variety of fitness and dance classes for all levels. They focus on community events and keep the community active and moving.
Archery Classes | Archery Lane
An archery range with a 7,500 square foot facility featuring 42 lanes with SpyderWeb backstops and introductory class.
Run Coach | Open Gym | Personal Training
A strength and conditioning gym that offers a range of options to fit your needs, including an open gym, personal training and access to physical therapists.
Group Classes | Personal Training
Speakeasy is a movement and strength studio offering small group and personal training sessions. Train with a team that's body positive, truly inclusive, and mighty strong.
Classes | Tanning | Massage Chair
Retro Fitness offers group fitness classes, personal training, and amenities - the smoothie bar and the Zen Den, a space with massage chairs for the ultimate relaxation experience.
1-on-1 | Wholistic Program | Open Gym
OPEX Brooklyn is dedicated to enhancing your overall well-being, leveraging clinical expertise and functional fitness to improve physical, cognitive, and emotional health.
Triomph Fitness, Health, & Wellness
Personal Training | Semi-Private Training | Classes
Triomph Fitness, Health, & Wellness is a premier fitness, health, and wellness facility committed to personalized service and individual attention for those seeking a healthier lifestyle.
Private Sessions | Classes | Duet Sessions
The Clea Mae Movement Studio specializes in sculpting and strength-building through unique, challenging classes and sessions to help you increase your flexibility.
Pilates | Alexander Technique | Physical Therapy
Pilates Garage provides certified instructors from diverse backgrounds that value compassion and understanding. All are welcome - clients range from age 20 to 85.
Ninja Class | Aerial
At Brooklyn Ninja Academy, adults and children of all skill levels learn how to analyze, approach, and conquer ninja warrior obstacles. Have fun and push yourself to new limits!
Qigong | T'ai Chi
Google Stars
Laoshi Susan is certified to teach Qigong and T'ai Chi by the New York School of T'ai Chi Chu'an. Learn T'ai Chi via Zoom sessions or in person. Classes focus on health and recovery.
Personal Training | Nutrition | Coaching
Google Stars
Intense Next Level trainers help you overcome hurdles and reach your goals by analyzing your body type, BMI, and metabolism to create your individualized fitness journey.
Get Fuel to Move at Smoothie Shops, Restaurants & More
Smoothies | Bowls | Shots
Swing by for a refreshing boost. Grab a smoothie, juice, acai bowl, or shot to refuel and revitalize your day.
Brunch | Dinner
Indulge in the flavors of Peru with Chef Miguel Aguilar's dishes. Trained by Chef Bobby Flay, his passion for gourmet cuisine shines through his use of fresh ingredients and global flavors.
Brunch | Dinner
Experience the decadent flavors of Aztec history. They blend local and international ingredients, including imported dry chiles, to create dishes influenced by their homeland.
Brunch | Dinner
Victor is a neighborhood restaurant focusing on quality ingredients and light, bright, flavorful cuisine inspired by Southern Europe and the Mediterranean.
Pita | Wraps | Platter
Discover the unique flavors of the Middle East at Taheni. They serve 100% halal food, offering a great selection for veggie and meat lovers.
Rolls | Rice Cup | Bowls
Daigo Sushi Roll Bar serves fresh, high-quality, authentic hand rolls and sushi rolls.
Bread | Loaf | Cake
Everybody Eats is a 100% dedicated gluten-free, nut-free, and sesame-free bakery; they use up to 17 different ingredients in their products.
Bakery | Lunch | Dinner
Runner & Stone is a wholesale & retail bakery, restaurant, and bar. They prepare everything with tradition, technique, and expertise and feature local ingredients.
Re-up on Vitamins and Herbs at Your Local Health Store
Herbs | Vitamins | Oils
Herboganic has existed for decades and imports and distributes almost 250 products, including natural oils, health and dietary supplements, teas, and more.
Eat Well and Feel Great with Healthier Grocery Stores
Produce | Groceries | Smoothies
This 24-Hour food market is a go-to for produce, organic products, and quick pick-ups like sandwiches or smoothies.
Groceries | Prepared Food | Supplements
The finest natural and organic foods available, maintain the strictest quality standards in the industry and have an unshakeable commitment to sustainable agriculture.