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Parks commission previews Family Fitness Festival pilot for March at amphitheater
Summary
Commissioners discussed a pilot Family Fitness Festival for March 14 with five local bilingual fitness vendors, 20-minute rotating classes, a small DJ budget (~$500) and instructor stipends; the item was discussion-only and will return with a staff report for approval.
Commissioners on Jan. 6 discussed a proposed Family Fitness Festival pilot to be held at the amphitheater on March 14 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., intended as a bilingual, family-friendly program showcasing local fitness providers.
Commissioner McCollum (presentation lead) described a round‑robin format with five local vendors offering 20‑minute classes -- including Pilates, interval training, dance, kettlebells and a sound bath -- and said instructors would receive a $75 stipend each. Staff told the commission the festival will require music and sound and that organizers are budgeting about $500 to hire a DJ.
The commission discussed partnering with Desert Recreation District (DRD) for children’s activities and scholarships, and staff set a one‑week deadline for the required staff report so the item can be agendized for council consideration in late March. Commissioners emphasized the pilot nature of the event; one commissioner said the program could be replicated in neighborhood parks if successful.
The item was for discussion only; commissioners were asked to provide additional vendor contacts and finalize event details for the staff report. No formal motion or vote was taken on the festival at this meeting.
