Spring Summer 2026 Activity Guide

GENERATION POUND | 6-12 YRS Robin Minette Generation Pound was created not just as a workout geared towards kids, but a MOVEMENT that aims to change the concept of health and fitness for today’s youth. The program fuses music and movement to improve focus, coordination, physical fitness and teamwork skills for “Rockstars in training.” Instructors use Ripstix, POUND’s lightly weighted exercise drumsticks, to learn alternative ways to explore movement. Combining kid-friendly choreography and group activities, it promotes social and emotional well-being by fostering relationships, building self-esteem and self-awareness and inspiring the next generation of happy, healthy kids. 222317 A 6-7 pm W 4/8-5/20 222317 B 6-7 pm W 5/27-7/8 222317 C 6-7 pm W 7/15-8/26 BCCC, Mezzanine, Group Exercise Room A $105 R-BCCC M | $126 NR O 7 sessions KARATE FITNESS | 12+ YRS Antares Karate Discover your inner warrior with a full-body functional workout that uses authentic martial art techniques and combinations. We combine high intensity interval exercises, dynamic stretching and body-weight strength training to learn how to move, breathe and feel like a karateka. Have fun while you improve your posture, balance and confidence. Each class introduces new skills and techniques, with exercises adapted to your personal age and level of fitness. Instructor Lubo Antonov is a Fudokan-certified karate instructor with over 30 years of experience. 442051 A 6:30-7:20 pm F 4/3-4/24 442051 B 6:30-7:20 pm F 5/1-5/22 442051 C 6:30-7:20 pm F BCCC, Mezzanine, Group Exercise Room A $20 R-BCCC M | $24 NR O 4 sessions WHISK KIDS COOKING CLUB | 8-12 YRS Marisa Barsotti, Digest Peacefully LLC Whisk Kids is a hands-on after school cooking club where elementary chefs explore simple recipes, practice kitchen skills, and taste new foods in a fun, confidence boosting environment. Each week features a themed recipe, teamwork, and a creative food activity. Kids leave with a full belly, new skills, and a recipe to try at home. Perfect for sparking independence, curiosity, and a love of real, wholesome foods. 215801 A 4-6 pm W 7/1-7/22 BCCC, Level 2, OSU Demo Kitchen $149 R-BCCC M | $179 NR O 4 sessions 5/29-6/26 (skip 6/19) 7/3-7/24 442051 D 6:30-7:20 pm F

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CYCLE UA | ALL AGES Recreation Staff

Enjoy a family-friendly community bike ride through Upper Arlington, complete with rest stops, parks and neighborhood views. Choose to ride the large group event on Saturday, or register for the independent ride on your own time over the weekend. The large group event includes a finish line celebration with breakfast, games, and music. NEW THIS YEAR: A pancake, sausage, and orange juice breakfast is included with registration and available at the finish line. Additionally, registration for kids 4 years & under now includes a t-shirt at a reduced rate; use either section D or H. 5, 10 and 15 mile routes available; all routes start and finish at Northam Park. Course map, directions and ride packets included with registration. Cycle UA t-shirt included with registration by July 31; T-shirts not guaranteed after July 31. The late registration deadline is August 23. On-site registration available the morning of the event. No refunds after July 31. Helmets are mandatory. Registration required for all riders. We need volunteers! Volunteers who register by July 31 and show up for their shift receive a free T-shirt. Large Group Event at 9:30 am, Saturday, 8/29 238100 A $20 5-Mile Route 238100 B $25 10-Mile Route 238100 C $30 15-Mile Route 238100 D $10 4 YRS & Under, Any Routes Independent Ride, 3 pm Friday-dusk Sunday, 8/28-8/30 238100 E $20 5-Mile Route 238100 F $25 10-Mile Route 238100 G $30 15-Mile Route 238100 H $10 4 YRS & Under, Any Routes Start/Finish at Northam Park KIDS CAN LIFT | 12+ YRS Alexis Gray This youth strength training class is led by Alexis Gray, certified personal trainer and designed to teach proper lifting techniques in a safe, supportive environment. During the 90-minute session, participants learn foundational strength exercises, correct form, and basic gym safety to build confidence, coordination, and healthy movement habits. The class focuses on age-appropriate training that promotes strength, injury prevention, and overall fitness. Class meets in the free weight area on Level One, Main Fitness Floor. Registration Required. Space limited to a maximum of four participants. 222304 A 12:30-2 pm Sa 4/11 222304 B 12:30-2 pm Sa 5/9 222304 C 12:30-2 pm Sa 6/13 222304 D 12:30-2 pm Sa 7/11 222304 E 12:30-2 pm Sa 8/8 BCCC, Meets at Fitness Attendant Desk on Level 1 Main Fitness Floor $49 R-BCCC M | $59 NR

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