Maybe you have achieved your dream body at this point, maybe you haven’t. But health and fitness is more a long-term lifestyle than a fixed goal.
For this October’s curation of free fitness events, there is a surge of mindfulness and yoga-type activities. We often disregard mental health for physical health, but now is a good chance to focus on taking care of our minds alongside our bodies.
Be greeted by the lush greenery in Bishan park as you stretch your tense muscles with this easy to follow trial yoga class by Akash Yoga.
Date: 6 October
Event Time: 8.30am to 9.30am
Address: Pavillion at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, 1384 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, S(569932)
Register here
Awake to the sounds of nature with stretches and learn body-scan mindfulness—an evidence-based practice that reduces stress and aids in pain management.
Bring a water bottle and a yoga mat or towel along.
Date: 7 October
Event Time: 8.00am to 10.00am
Address: Singapore Botanic Gardens, Eco Lake Lawn, Eco Garden Way, S(257494)
Register here
After a long work week, pop by The Golden Space to relieve your stress by partaking in mindfulness exercises. The session utilises simple breathing techniques and games to heighten one’s physical awareness.
Date: 11 October
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: The Golden Space, 418 Race Course Road, S(218665)
Register here
Earthing or grounding is a new health movement to connect with nature. By walking barefoot, draw from the ground’s subtle electric charge which purportedly reduces stress, improve sleep and decrease pain.
Date: 13 October
Event Time: 7.30am to 8.30am
Address: East Coast Lagoon Food Village, S(468960)
Register here
Start the day right by heading down to the park with your family, and engaging in a healthy yoga session. You might make some friends as well.
Date: 14 October
Event Time: 8.00am to 9.00am
Address: Ficus Green, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park (River Plains), 1384 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, S(569932)
Register here
Psychotherapist Elizabeth Tay will educate on how to combat stress brought about by social media and handphone reliance.
Date: 24 October
Event Time: 7.00am to 9.00pm
Address: WeWork, 8 Cross Street, S(048424)
Register here
This informative symposium will cover the basics of breast cancer, latest treatments, and reconstructive options. Oncologists, surgeons, nurses and a survivor will share their experience with breast cancer.
Date: 27 October
Event Time: 9.30am to 1.00pm
Address: Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, 38 Irrawaddy Road, Level 9 Auditorium, S(329563)
Register here
Bring your family and enjoy the uptempo beats of Kpop as you sweat it out with easy-to-follow arm and leg movements. KpopX fitness is suitable for people of all ages and can help improve your stamina.
Free goodie bags worth S$300 will also be given away at this event.
Date: 6 October
Event Time: 3.00pm to 4.00pm
Address: Joyre TCMedi outlet, White Sands #04-15, 1 Pasir Ris Central Street 3, S(518457)
Register here
Date: 20 October
Event Time: 1.00pm to 2.00pm
Address: Joyre TCMedi outlet, Westgate #B1-13, Gateway Drive, S(608532)
Register here
Build your stamina while enjoying the catchy tunes of Kpop with easy-to-follow dance steps.
Date: 17 October
Event Time: 6.45pm to 7.35pm
Address: Bukit Timah CC, 20 Toh Yi Drive, S(596569)
Register here
Date: 20 October
Event Time: 5.00pm to 5.50pm
Address: Toa Payoh ActiveSG Dance Studio, 297A Lor 6 Toa Payoh, S(319389)
Register here
Date: 23 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.20pm
Address: Kreta Ayer CC, 28 Kreta Ayer Rd, S(08895)
Register here
Date: 23 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: Joo Chiat CC #02-203, 405 Joo Chiat Rd, S(427633)
Register here
Date: 24 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.20pm
Address: Clementi CC #02-09, 220 Clementi Ave 4, S(596569)
Register here
Date: 28 October
Event Time: 4.00pm to 5.00pm
Address: Canberra CC #04-06, 2 Sembawang Crescent, S(757632)
Register here
If you lack motivation to go running, participate in 5km to 8km group runs organised by the New Balance Run Club. Run with a coach or join others for a free and easy pace.
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October
Event Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Address: Kallang Wave Mall New Balance store, 1 Stadium Place, S(397628)
Register here
Date: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October
Event Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Address: Velocity @ Novena Square New Balance store, 238 Thomson Road, S(307683)
Register here
Date: 4, 11, 18, 25 October
Event Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Address: Kallang Wave Mall New Balance store, 1 Stadium Place, S(397628)
Register here
Sample various upbeat exercises such as Zumba and Kickboxing. You’ll get your heart rate up without being covered in sticky sweat thanks to the Star Vista’s well-ventilated foyer.
Date: 1, 8,15, 22, 29 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Registration not required
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Registration not required
Date: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Registration not required
Date: 4, 11, 18, 25 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Registration not required
A good way to keep fit is to head to one of these Health Promotion Board’s free workouts located across Singapore. Do register at the links below as spaces are limited.
Date: 1, 8,15, 22, 29 October
Event Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Address: Bayfront Event Square, 12A Bayfront Avenue, S(018970)
Register here
Date: 9, 16, 23, 30 October
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Lawn @ Marina Bay, Straits View, S(018984)
Register here
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Capitol Outdoor Plaza, 13 Stamford Road, S(178905)
Register here
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October
Event Time: 6.20pm to 7.20pm
Address: Lifestyle Studio, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-100, S(039594)
Register here
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: Lifestyle Studio, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-100, S(039594)
Register here
Date: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: Lifestyle Studio, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-100, S(039594)
Register here
Date: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Sentosa Boardwalk (beside The Wine Company), 6 Sentosa Gateway, S(098072)
Register here
Date: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: UOB Plaza, 80 Raffles Place, S(048624)
Register here
Date: 4, 18, 25 October
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Tanjong Pagar Centre, 1 Wallich Street, S(078881)
Register here
Date: 4, 11, 18, 25 October
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Address: Gate 17 National Stadium, 1 Stadium Drive, S(397629)
Register here
Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 October
Event Time: 9.00am to 10.00am
Address: Gate 17 National Stadium, 1 Stadium Drive, S(397629)
Register here
With these options, stay in shape at no extra cost. Stay accountable to your fitness goals by having your girlfriends accompany you while you sweat it out!
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